The blue-and-yellow flag has come a long way from medieval heraldry to becoming Ukraine’s national symbol. Its official proportions are 2:3.
Germany plans to create a missile arsenal worth nearly €12 billion, which is intended to strengthen Berlin's long-range strike capabilities. Among the candidates for purchase is the Ukrainian FP-5 Flamingo cruise missile manufactured by Fire Point, and Berlin expects to receive the first examples of the weapon for testing as early as next year.
Cash can be obtained from an ATM, at a bank teller, via NFC, by QR code, or at a store checkout. The NBU limit is UAH 100,000 per day.
48-year-old Ihor Yatelo died in hospital after misdiagnoses; according to his family, he died from undiagnosed leptospirosis. The police are investigating possible negligence.
Fire Point plans to deliver the first FP-7. x by the end of 2026, and carry out the first interception of a Freyja ballistic target by the end of 2027. The interceptor will cost approximately $700,000.
The Ministry of Defense explained the composition of payments to military personnel in 2026 and the rewards for combat missions. Monthly combat payments are capped at UAH 460 thousand.
A Veterinarian Explains Why Raccoons Need Space, Activity, and Special Care. The Animals May Bite, Damage the Home, and Suffer from Obesity.
Gnats are attracted to overripe fruit, moisture, and soil in flowerpots. First eliminate the source, then use vinegar traps.
Vegetables, fiber, whole grains, nuts, and plant-based oils can lower LDL cholesterol. Organ meats, high-fat dairy products, and fast food should be limited.
74% of the BEB leadership failed the re-certification, but experts consider the reform too slow and incomplete. They call for all employees to be vetted, an audit of criminal cases to be conducted, and the Public Oversight Council to be relaunched.
President Zelenskyy submitted a motion to the Verkhovna Rada to appoint Major General Yevhen Khmara as Minister of Defense. The law requires that the minister be a civilian, so Khmara must retire from military service before the vote.
Dr. Yelyzaveta Babii explained that rabbits need space, hay in their diet, and attention to their health. Keeping one costs between 1,800 and 2,500 hryvnias per month.
Starting September 1, students must confirm their eligibility for a deferment. It is important to check the data in the Unified State Electronic Database on Education (USEDE) to avoid the deferment being revoked.
Ukrainian arms manufacturers are demonstrating rapid technological adaptation and an increasing level of product quality. International exhibitions such as DALO Industry Days are becoming a platform for attracting investment and establishing joint production.
The Ministry of Finance of Ukraine has stated its readiness to participate in developing clarifications regarding the taxation of lease payments for aircraft. This is related to pressure from the Economic Security Bureau on airlines due to the interpretation of leasing as royalties.
Expert Anatolii Khrapchynskyi believes that the claim that 10 out of 11 Flamingo missiles were shot down is part of Russian information and psychological operations. He emphasizes, that Russian air defense is incapable of intercepting most Ukrainian FP-5s.
Surgeon Vitaliy Rusakov, accused of medical negligence, reported performing an operation on an 85-year-old patient at Odrex. This may be a violation of the court ban on practicing medicine.
Ukrainian parents may choose a school for their child, but priority enrollment operates according to the territorial principle. To enroll you need a birth certificate, medical certificate No. 086/o, and proof of residence.
Information campaigns, active blogs on social media, and manipulation are becoming common tools for pressuring judges in Ukraine. The lawyer called for distinguishing between justified criticism and unlawful interference in the administration of justice.
The Ministry of Finance stated that leasing payments for the use of airplanes and helicopters should be taxed in accordance with the Tax Code, which does not provide for the payment of royalties. At the same time, the Economic Security Bureau is investigating cases against five airlines, demanding payment of an additional 15% tax.
Ukraine’s Defense Forces have struck seven of Wildberries’ ten largest logistics centers, including the largest warehouse in Koledino. The company’s direct losses may exceed 100 billion rubles, while the total funding needed amounts to 1.3 trillion rubles.
Astrologer Kseniia Bazylenko said that the period from August 17 to 23 will be a test for all zodiac signs. She advises not to rush into decisions and to observe events.
Ukrainian forces struck the Progress Rocket and Space Center, which produces Soyuz-2. 1b rockets. This could slow the deployment of Russia’s “Rassvet” satellite program.
The Ukrainian Council of Arms Manufacturers stated that contracting is insufficient due to the slow development of technical and tactical specifications, which could cause delays in weapons deliveries. Manufacturers forecast a real supply gap in six months if processes are not accelerated.
The Trump–Putin summit in August 2025 did not lead to a ceasefire or a peace agreement. A year later, the fighting continues, and Ukraine is once again submitting proposals to the United States.
The Cabinet of Ministers has allowed destroyed enemy equipment to be transferred to foreign museums free of charge. Museums in Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Denmark, and the Netherlands will each receive one T-72 tank of different modifications.
Freezing berries requires proper selection, washing, drying, and quick freezing. Berries should be thawed slowly in the refrigerator, while delicate fruits should be used before they are completely thawed.
A number of cultural events will take place in Kyiv on August 15–16: a workshop for children, a play, chamber music concerts, and a Rammstein tribute. You can also attend a full-dome film about space and an Italian music concert.
Finnish cuisine was shaped by the climate and nature, combining simple and hearty dishes made with fish, game meat, berries, and dairy products. Traditional dishes such as kalakukko and kalakeitto reflect a unique combination of ingredients.
The first stage of the certification of the BEB's management has been completed: 74% did not pass. Experts are demanding an audit of criminal cases, including those against airlines.