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Ratcliffe failed to convince Putin to make concessions regarding Ukraine. After the visit, Russia intensified its strikes on civilian infrastructure.
Blogger and florist Anastasiia Skalnytska announced her divorce from businessman Bohdan Skalnytskyi. The couple have a son Mykhailo.
Due to the acute shortage of "air-to-air" missiles, Ukrainian F-16s sometimes rely solely on guns. Weapons supplies are being rationed.
Spouses without joint minor children can get a divorce through «Diia» after a video conference. The electronic record will appear within 24 hours.
The EU approved €6. 1 billion in defense funding for Ukraine, including air defense. Member states also promised additional resources, but provided no details.
Finneas O'Connell married Claudia Sulewski at a ranch in Montecito. The ceremony was officiated by Billie Eilish, and the bride changed into four different outfits.
August 26 marks International Dog Day, World Actor Day, and the commemoration of the martyrs Adrian and Natalia.
Zelenskyy said that Ukraine’s defense industry needs to scale up the production of drones and long-range systems. The President called for creating protection against Russian ballistic missiles.
Journalist Ramina Eskhakzai spoke about her engagement in an interview with Viva. Her chosen partner is a serviceman and a Hero of Ukraine; his face is concealed.
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.
Travis Kelce spoke for the first time about his wedding to Taylor Swift at Madison Square Garden, calling it the best night. There were about 1,100 guests at the ceremony, some of whom signed nondisclosure agreements.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez got married on August 11 in a civil ceremony in Cascais. The couple announced their marriage on Instagram, posting a photo of their wedding rings.
The Cabinet of Ministers has extended the implementation of the experimental project for registering a marriage through the "Diia" app for another two years. The resolution enters into force on August 15, 2026.
Hundreds of people gathered outside the cathedral in Funchal, expecting the wedding of Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez. It turned out that it was another couple's wedding.
On average, 13. 3 thousand couples get married in Ukraine every month. At the same time, statistics show that traditionally more marriages are concluded in the second half of the year.
In the first half of 2026, 79,516 marriages were registered in Ukraine, with nearly 40% of couples using online registration. The most new families were created in Kyiv, Dnipropetrovsk, and Lviv regions.
The updated eOselya program expands the list of recipients of loans at 3% to veterans and families of fallen defenders. The norms of housing area are also changing and income verification is being simplified.
Ukraine's aviation industry paid a record UAH 702 million in taxes in 2025, despite the closed sky. Due to criminal cases by the Bureau of Economic Security (BEB) regarding aircraft leasing and a decline in profitability, businesses risk leaving Ukrainian jurisdiction.
Since the beginning of the day, 204 combat engagements have occurred at the front. The enemy carried out three missile strikes and dropped 213 guided air bombs.
Diia has launched beta testing for online divorce without visiting the Civil Registry Office (DRATS). The procedure involves a video conference and delivery of the certificate by mail within Ukraine.
Traditions of wearing wedding rings depend on culture: in Ukraine, the right hand is chosen, while in the USA, it is the left. The custom originates from Egypt and symbolizes eternity.
Olga Kharlan gave birth to her daughter Arianna on June 14 and shared the first photo. The athlete and her partner Luigi Samele were congratulated by the NOC of Ukraine.
In Kharkiv, a scheme for traveling abroad through a sham marriage with a woman with a disability was uncovered. The organizers demanded 10,000 US dollars for this service.
Bill Gates will testify before the U. S. Congress regarding his meetings with Jeffrey Epstein. The billionaire calls these contacts a mistake and denies any wrongdoing.
Parliament passed a law on a unified declaration of integrity and family ties for judges. This will unlock over 300 million euros in financial aid from the European Union.
In 2026, an apartment gift agreement requires notarization and payment of state duty. A zero tax rate applies to close relatives.
Due to her worsening health condition, Mette-Marit has been placed on the lung transplant waiting list. Doctors assess her condition as critical and life-threatening.
Tom Holland called Zendaya his lifeline in the film industry. The actress helped him rewrite a failed scene in the new Spider-Man movie.
Singer Dua Lipa and actor Callum Turner were married on May 31 at Marylebone Town Hall. The bride chose a white Schiaparelli suit and a wide-brimmed hat.
Dua Lipa and Callum Turner have officially married at Old Marylebone Town Hall in London. The singer wore a Schiaparelli suit, while the actor was dressed in a navy blue outfit.