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Ministry of Economy initiates reform of the State Labor Service; savings for businesses could reach UAH 4.4 billion per year

The Government is reforming the State Labor Service to reduce pressure on businesses and digitalize oversight. Savings for entrepreneurs will amount to 4.4 billion hryvnias per year.

Economy • April 27, 03:12 PM • 4139 views
Why Ukrainian patients are creating public initiatives like StopOdrex

Ukrainian patients are uniting in public initiatives to document cases of potential medical errors and protect their rights. The reasons include the difficulty of proving medical negligence, lengthy and expensive legal proceedings, and the lack of effective quality control for medical services. Against this backdrop, platforms like StopOdrex are emerging, becoming an alternative tool in the struggle for justice and mutual support.

Society • April 27, 10:09 AM • 41220 views
SMS bombers, a large-scale bot farm, and the dissemination of humiliating content - the police revealed details of the crypto-loan schemePhoto

Police detained seven members of a group who blackmailed over 1,500 people through Bitcapital and Crypsee. The perpetrators used a bot farm with 6,000 numbers.

Crimes and emergencies • April 17, 12:19 PM • 3219 views
5.3 million hryvnias stolen through BitCapital crypto loans - participants of the criminal scheme exposedPhoto

Seven members of the group issued loans in USDT and extorted money through threats. 41 people were affected, and the suspects face up to 12 years in prison.

Society • April 17, 12:17 PM • 4820 views
A judge in Prykarpattia will be tried for a fatal road accident; she faces up to 8 years in prisonPhoto

A judge from the Pidhaytsi court hit two pedestrians in the village of Fraha at a speed of over 80 km/h. One man died, and relatives are demanding 4.8 million UAH in compensation.

Crimes and emergencies • April 16, 12:29 PM • 10358 views
Inheritance after the death of a spouse - who is entitled to what

Lawyers explained the order of inheritance by will and by law. A widow or widower is entitled to half of the joint property and a share in the inheritance.

Society • April 15, 07:41 AM • 63855 views
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Breach of medical confidentiality: Odrex doctor, on trial for medical negligence, revealed details of his deceased patient's treatmentPhoto

Vitaliy Rusakov, a doctor at the Odrex clinic who is on trial for medical negligence in the case of Adnan Kivan's death, publicly disclosed details of the patient's treatment in his video blog. Lawyers believe that such actions may indicate a breach of medical confidentiality and the constitutional right to privacy.

Society • April 9, 11:59 AM • 28815 views
Academic Shalimov's apartment in Kyiv was resold using fake documents - the swindler was caughtPhoto

A fraudster appropriated an apartment worth UAH 4. 8 million in Obolon using forged documents. The apartment has now been seized, and the suspect has been taken into custody.

Kyiv • April 9, 10:55 AM • 13090 views
Ukraine simplified the procurement of pickup trucks and buggies for the Armed Forces

The Defense Procurement Agency received the status of a Central Purchasing Body (CPB) for direct work with equipment suppliers. The military will choose transport from a catalog without complex procedures.

War in Ukraine • April 6, 05:15 PM • 4785 views
Hundreds of billions of dollars for Ukraine: activists at the Polish embassy demanded that a Polish court recognize the decision of a Ukrainian courtPhotoVideo

Hundreds of billions of dollars for Ukraine: activists at the Polish embassy demanded that a Polish court recognize the decision of a Ukrainian court.

Society • March 20, 11:49 AM • 24682 views
In Poltava region, a father inflicted severe bodily injuries on his 10-year-old son because he ate sweets without permission.

In Poltava region, a man inflicted severe head and torso injuries on a child. The boy is in the hospital, and the suspect father has already been taken into custody.

Society • March 19, 02:39 PM • 4968 views
Powers of attorney, wills, and military orders can now be issued without a notaryPhoto

Commanders have been granted the right to certify powers of attorney, wills, and orders of soldiers. The documents have full legal force and are registered with the Ministry of Justice.

Society • March 16, 04:07 PM • 4562 views
How to settle debts during individual bankruptcy - Ministry of Justice clarification

Last year, courts opened 1371 insolvency cases against citizens, compared to 962 a year earlier. The Ministry of Justice proposes debt restructuring or repayment.

Society • March 13, 08:41 AM • 3759 views
Defense Forces hit Pantsir-S1, a landing craft, and enemy command postsPhoto

The Defense Forces hit a Pantsir-S1 complex, a BK-16 boat, and UAV control points in Crimea and the Russian Federation. Strikes were also carried out against the occupiers' command posts.

Society • March 8, 11:12 AM • 64153 views
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Renting from themselves? Scandalous Odrex clinic tries to distance itself from criminal case regarding land

Odesa police are investigating a criminal case regarding the possible illegal seizure of land by the Odrex clinic. The medical facility leases premises from LLC "Fabrika Akatsiya", with which it shares owners, and states that all questions should be directed to the landlord.

Society • March 5, 11:33 AM • 86495 views
Court can change the amount of alimony - Ministry of Justice explained what is taken into account

The Ministry of Justice of Ukraine stated that the amount of child support can be changed by a court decision. This is possible if the life circumstances of the parents or the child themselves change.

Society • March 5, 10:53 AM • 3523 views
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Responsibility lies not only with doctors but also with clinic managers: how the "Odrex Case" can change the medical system

The resonant "Odrex Case" and dozens of patient complaints about treatment have exposed a systemic problem of Ukrainian patients' vulnerability. The Verkhovna Rada is already discussing the need for legislative changes that will clearly distinguish between professional error and criminal negligence. This concerns the responsibility not only of doctors but also of the management of medical institutions, which must be accountable for management decisions and the organization of care.

Politics • February 24, 12:55 PM • 75843 views
Family of serviceman Nazar Daletsky does not have to return payments to the state - Ministry of Defense

The Ministry of Defense does not intend to review the decision regarding payments to the family of Nazar Daletsky, who returned from captivity after being presumed dead. All payments were made in accordance with current legislation.

Society • February 11, 04:28 PM • 41906 views
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"Diia" changes form of ownership: what does the transition from a state enterprise to a joint-stock company mean and are Ukrainians' data safe?

The state enterprise "Diia" is changing its form of ownership to a joint-stock company, raising concerns about the security of personal data of 23 million users. The Ministry of Digital Transformation assures that "Diia" will remain 100% state-owned, but experts express fears about possible privatization and data trading.

Society • February 10, 12:23 PM • 56044 views
Ukrposhta and Rikky Hype brand accused of child sexualization: brands' reaction

The collaboration between Ukrposhta and Rikky Hype for Valentine's Day caused outrage due to a photo of a schoolgirl in a short skirt. The CEO of Ukrposhta admitted the mistake and terminated the cooperation, Rikky Hype deleted the photo.

Society • February 10, 10:47 AM • 4771 views
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Marriages from the age of 14 will not happen - the corresponding amendment will not be introduced into the civil code: why they changed their mind and what experts say about itPhoto

Draft law No. 14394, which allowed marriage from the age of 14 under certain conditions, has been withdrawn after public discussions. The Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada, Ruslan Stefanchuk, confirmed the removal of the amendment.

Society • February 6, 02:41 PM • 114458 views
"Lowering the marriage age to 14": Stefanchuk stated that this norm will not be in the legislation

Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk clarified the situation regarding the draft law on the alleged lowering of the marriage age to 14. The norm was removed from the draft due to ambiguous public perception.

Society • February 6, 11:29 AM • 8184 views
New Epstein files reveal allegations against ex-Prince Andrew of forced sex

Declassified documents in the Epstein case contain allegations against Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. He and Epstein are accused of forcing a dancer into sexual acts at a party in Florida.

News of the World • February 5, 02:44 AM • 5221 views
The winner of "The Bachelor-13" was denied marriage registration: the reason is knownPhoto

Inna Bielen, the winner of "The Bachelor-13", and her fiancé were denied marriage registration due to problems with documents regarding a previous divorce. The couple planned to get married on the mirror date 02.20.2026, but are now considering getting married through "Diia".

Society • February 2, 07:01 PM • 47266 views
Unsanitary conditions and expired products: five children removed from unsanitary living conditions in Khmelnytskyi regionPhoto

In Khmelnytskyi region, five children were removed from dangerous living conditions. They lived in unsanitary conditions, ate expired products, and did not attend school.

Society • January 30, 12:09 PM • 3227 views
Icicle fell on a car: what to do and how to get compensation for damages

The Ministry of Justice of Ukraine provided recommendations on actions in case of damage to a car by an icicle. It is important to record the event, collect evidence, and contact responsible persons for compensation for damages.

Society • January 29, 03:22 PM • 4656 views
French lawmakers supported the abolition of "marital duty"

The French National Assembly unanimously approved the abolition of "marital duty. " This clarifies the absence of an obligation to engage in sexual relations within marriage.

News of the World • January 29, 07:16 AM • 5813 views
The government has a real mechanism to seize $300 billion of Russian assets, but ignores it - Kulyk

The government has a real mechanism to seize $300 billion of Russian assets, but ignores it, - Kulyk.

Politics • January 14, 12:31 PM • 18798 views
Injuries due to ice and snow: how to act and who is responsible

The Ministry of Justice of Ukraine clarified the actions to be taken in case of injury due to ice and snow, and also named those responsible for maintaining the territories. Victims need to document the injury, collect evidence, and contact the property owner for compensation.

Society • January 12, 12:39 PM • 3273 views
The Prosecutor General's Office reacted to media reports regarding the provision of apartments to prosecutors

The Prosecutor General's Office refutes information about the provision of official housing to prosecutors for their participation in specific criminal proceedings. Housing was provided to eight employees at the end of 2025 in accordance with the law, by decision of the housing commission.

Society • January 8, 01:29 PM • 19373 views