Archaeologists have discovered two of the oldest wooden tools, created 430,000 years ago, in Greece. Among the finds are a fragment of an alder trunk and poplar or willow wood.
Minister of Energy Denys Shmyhal held a meeting of the Staff, where they discussed replacing the generation of damaged thermal power plants and humanitarian aid from partners. Ukraine received 31 tons of equipment from Spain, Finland, Norway, and Austria, and expects new deliveries.
MHP became the first Ukrainian agricultural company to be an official partner of the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Relations between European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas are worse than with her predecessor Josep Borrell. Kallas complains about von der Leyen's dictatorial methods; her position is weakened by her background and limited political power.
In 2026, Ukraine ranked 20th in the global military power rating among 145 countries, according to Global Firepower. The rating takes into account over 60 indicators, including army size and economic potential.
The EU's foreign policy service has expressed concern about US President Donald Trump's "broad powers" in the Peace Council. The Peace Council's statute "raises concerns about the EU's constitutional principles."
The Spanish Public Prosecutor's Office has dropped its investigation into Julio Iglesias due to lack of jurisdiction. The accusations concerned sexual assault and human trafficking outside the country.
In Spain, a commuter train collided with a crane boom, causing minor injuries to six passengers. This is the fourth train accident in the country in a week, which has caused dissatisfaction among railway workers.
The winter of 2026 became one of the most difficult periods for Ukraine due to massive Russian attacks on energy infrastructure. The international community is providing comprehensive assistance to prevent a humanitarian catastrophe.
Ukraine received 50 tons of humanitarian aid from the Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, Finland, Spain, and Norway. The aid includes transformers, generators, and other energy equipment.
A 67,800-year-old human handprint, the oldest cave painting, has been found in Indonesia. This discovery changes perceptions of the development of human creativity and the migration of Homo sapiens.
Spain's Foreign Minister called on the EU to form a single armed force to deter external threats. This statement came amid discussions of Trump's threats regarding Greenland.
The Spanish train drivers' union has announced a three-day strike from February 9 to 11, demanding safety measures on the railway. The decision was made after three train derailments that resulted in the deaths of dozens of people, including train drivers.
The 2026 European Futsal Championship starts on January 21 and will be held in Lithuania, Latvia, and Slovenia. The Ukrainian national team has announced its final squad for the tournament.
An empty subway train derailed at Billstedt station in Hamburg, crashing into a support beam. Three carriages derailed, and one damaged an oncoming train carrying 172 passengers.
A commuter train derailed near Barcelona, killing one person and injuring 14. The cause was likely the collapse of a retaining wall due to heavy rains.
Spain is investigating a train collision that killed at least 41 people and injured over 120. The investigation is focused on a damaged rail; the sabotage version has been ruled out.
The Ukrainian national football team dropped from 28th to 30th place in the FIFA ranking, as it did not play any official matches. However, in the UEFA ranking, the national team remains in 14th place.
A railway disaster involving two high-speed trains occurred in southern Spain, killing at least 40 people. The accident, caused by a faulty rail joint, was one of the largest in Europe in 80 years.
The IMF has raised its global growth forecast for 2026 due to AI investments and easing US customs policy. The global economy is successfully adapting to challenges, demonstrating productivity growth.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez stated that a US invasion of Greenland would make Putin the happiest man, legitimizing his invasion of Ukraine. Such a move would be a death sentence for NATO, Sánchez emphasized.
On Sunday, two high-speed trains derailed near Adamuz, not far from Cordoba, killing 21 people. The accident occurred around 7:00 PM local time.
The EU plans to gradually phase out Chinese-made equipment, including Huawei and ZTE, in critical infrastructure. This proposal will make it mandatory for EU countries to limit the use of "high-risk" suppliers.
Spanish singer Julio Iglesias has denied accusations of sexual and physical abuse, calling the women's statements "an absolute lie. " The Supreme Court of Spain has received documents in the case, which may be heard in Madrid.
Zhytomyr's Polissya has transferred defender Serhiy Chobotenko and winger Oleksiy Hutsulyak to the U-19 team. This decision was made due to the players' refusal to extend their contracts, which expire in the summer.
The Spanish Prosecutor's Office has initiated preliminary proceedings against Julio Iglesias. Two former employees accuse the 82-year-old artist of sexual assault and human trafficking.
The Spanish government has approved a bill to combat fake images created by AI and strengthen consent rules for image use. It also sets 16 as the minimum age for consenting to the use of one's own image.
Real Madrid sacked Xabi Alonso as head coach after their defeat in the Spanish Super Cup. Álvaro Arbeloa will take over the club.
MHP Laboratory Center accredited as a provider of laboratory proficiency testing.
Catalan "Barcelona" defeated Madrid's "Real" with a score of 3:2 in the Spanish Super Cup final. Raphinha scored a brace, and Lewandowski added another goal.
