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Yacht crash with tourists in Egypt: 4 dead, 9 people missing

Yacht crash with tourists in Egypt: 4 dead, 9 people missing

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Foreign components made in 2023 were found in North Korean missiles used by Russia to hit Ukraine - DIU

Foreign components made in 2023 were found in North Korean missiles used by Russia to hit Ukraine - DIU

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Switzerland holds a referendum on the financing of Eurovision 2025

Switzerland holds a referendum on the financing of Eurovision 2025

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Switzerland bans exports to Polish company over munitions in Ukraine - AP

Switzerland bans exports to Polish company over munitions in Ukraine - AP

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Sanctions force russia's largest diamond producer to cut production and lay off people - CPJ

Sanctions force russia's largest diamond producer to cut production and lay off people - CPJ

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Russian diamond producer Alrosa announces shutdown of a number of mines and layoffs

Russian diamond producer Alrosa announces shutdown of a number of mines and layoffs

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Scientists have discovered why it's hard for people to keep weight off after losing weight

Scientists have discovered why it's hard for people to keep weight off after losing weight

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Winter is coming: why it is important for Ukraine to switch to alternative energy supply technologies

Winter is coming: why it is important for Ukraine to switch to alternative energy supply technologies

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Swiss village urgently evacuated due to threat of large-scale landslide

Swiss village urgently evacuated due to threat of large-scale landslide

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Turned German clothing stores into a fashion empire: the head of New Yorker has died

Turned German clothing stores into a fashion empire: the head of New Yorker has died

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Unique 280 million-year-old fossils found in Italy

Unique 280 million-year-old fossils found in Italy

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National selection for Eurovision 2025: UA:PBC received about 370 applications

National selection for Eurovision 2025: UA:PBC received about 370 applications

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The results of negotiations between Switzerland and the EU are summarized in Budapest

The results of negotiations between Switzerland and the EU are summarized in Budapest

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Brovary is moving towards an energy-efficient future: a solar power plant will be installed in the Kapitoshka kindergarten

Brovary is moving towards an energy-efficient future: a solar power plant will be installed in the Kapitoshka kindergarten

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Yermak discusses with Switzerland the return of Ukrainian prisoners and illegally taken children

Yermak discusses with Switzerland the return of Ukrainian prisoners and illegally taken children

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The United States has expanded the sanctions list: who from Russia is subject to new restrictions

The United States has expanded the sanctions list: who from Russia is subject to new restrictions

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Which countries have the largest gold reserves: infographic

Which countries have the largest gold reserves: infographic

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Nightmares can be tamed with a single piano chord

Nightmares can be tamed with a single piano chord

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Swiss President supports lifting ban on arms re-export to Ukraine

Swiss President supports lifting ban on arms re-export to Ukraine

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The participants of the BRICS summit adopted a final declaration: whether there is any mention of the war in Ukraine and what

The participants of the BRICS summit adopted a final declaration: whether there is any mention of the war in Ukraine and what

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Switzerland to allocate almost $50 million: what will the funds be used for in Ukraine

Switzerland to allocate almost $50 million: what will the funds be used for in Ukraine

Switzerland has announced a new aid package for Ukraine worth 45 million francs. The funds will be used to restore energy infrastructure, repair housing and meet the humanitarian needs of those affected by Russian attacks.

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Diya launches voting for the jury of the national selection for Eurovision 2025: who are the contenders

Diya launches voting for the jury of the national selection for Eurovision 2025: who are the contenders

The voting for the jury members of the national selection for the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 has started in the Diia app. Ukrainians can choose one of the 10 candidates until December 23, and three winners will be included in the jury.

Society •  • 14697 views
Switzerland launches the world's steepest cable car to the location of the James Bond movie

Switzerland launches the world's steepest cable car to the location of the James Bond movie

A cable car with a record inclination of 160% was opened on the way to the top of the Schiltthorn. The cable car is equipped with an autonomous control system and panoramic windows that open.

Culture •  • 19868 views
Poroshenko missed more votes in the Rada than traitor Medvedchuk - CHESNO movement published a rating of truants

Poroshenko missed more votes in the Rada than traitor Medvedchuk - CHESNO movement published a rating of truants

23 MPs missed more than 50% of the votes in the Verkhovna Rada. Petro Poroshenko became the leader of the anti-rating with 65% of missed votes, ahead of even the MPs who fled from the OPFL.

Politics •  • 14510 views
More than 200 thousand times Ukrainians have changed their sole proprietorship data in Diia

More than 200 thousand times Ukrainians have changed their sole proprietorship data in Diia

Ukrainian entrepreneurs can now make changes to their sole proprietorship through the Diia mobile app. The process takes up to 10 minutes and allows you to update your personal data, address, and activities online.

Society •  • 15269 views
The longlist of the National Selection for Eurovision 2025 has been announced: how many artists got there

The longlist of the National Selection for Eurovision 2025 has been announced: how many artists got there

UA:PBC has announced the list of 20 participants of the National Selection for the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel. Of these, 10 finalists will be selected to compete for the right to represent Ukraine at the contest.

Society •  • 18536 views
To avoid a repeat of the scandal in Malmo, Eurovision changed the rules: what is known

To avoid a repeat of the scandal in Malmo, Eurovision changed the rules: what is known

The European Broadcasting Union introduces new rules for holding the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel. The changes include a code of conduct, a "welfare producer", and more free time for artists.

Culture •  • 16940 views
The fate of refugees: 12 European countries suspend consideration of asylum applications for Syrian citizens

The fate of refugees: 12 European countries suspend consideration of asylum applications for Syrian citizens

After the fall of the Assad regime and its flight to Russia, European countries have been massively suspending consideration of asylum applications from Syrian citizens. These countries include France, Germany, Britain, Sweden, and others.

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"Emilia Perez" triumphs at the European Film Awards

"Emilia Perez" triumphs at the European Film Awards

The crime musical "Emilia Perez" won four major awards at the European Film Awards. Jacques Oneard's film won awards for Best Film, Director, screenplay and actress.

Culture •  • 119231 views
Radio Dictation 2024: Lviv resident wins for the sixth time by writing a text without mistakes

Radio Dictation 2024: Lviv resident wins for the sixth time by writing a text without mistakes

Six winners of the Radio Dictation 2024 were announced, including one participant who wrote a text without errors. A total of 12,000 entries were submitted from Ukraine and 33 countries.

Society •  • 17410 views
Yacht crash with tourists in Egypt: 4 dead, 9 people missing

Yacht crash with tourists in Egypt: 4 dead, 9 people missing

The yacht Sea Story with 44 passengers sank near the Egyptian resort of Marsa Alam. 31 people were rescued, 4 died, 9 are missing, and their search continues.

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Foreign components made in 2023 were found in North Korean missiles used by Russia to hit Ukraine - DIU

Foreign components made in 2023 were found in North Korean missiles used by Russia to hit Ukraine - DIU

Components from five countries manufactured in 2023 were found in the North Korean KN-23/KN-24 missiles used by Russia to attack Ukraine. russia received more than 100 such missiles from the DPRK and uses them against civilian targets.

War •  • 13228 views
Switzerland holds a referendum on the financing of Eurovision 2025

Switzerland holds a referendum on the financing of Eurovision 2025

Residents of the Swiss city of Basel vote on the allocation of $39. 5 million to host Eurovision 2025. The referendum was initiated after Swiss singer Nemo won the 2024 contest.

Culture •  • 23602 views
Switzerland bans exports to Polish company over munitions in Ukraine - AP

Switzerland bans exports to Polish company over munitions in Ukraine - AP

Switzerland has banned exports to a Polish military equipment supplier for violating the law. 645,000 Swiss rounds of ammunition were shipped to Ukraine through a Polish company in violation of the contract.

War •  • 22780 views
Sanctions force russia's largest diamond producer to cut production and lay off people - CPJ

Sanctions force russia's largest diamond producer to cut production and lay off people - CPJ

russia's largest diamond mining company, alrosa, is closing mines and laying off staff due to the market crisis. The G7 and EU sanctions on russian diamonds have led to the loss of major markets.

War •  • 16227 views
Russian diamond producer Alrosa announces shutdown of a number of mines and layoffs

Russian diamond producer Alrosa announces shutdown of a number of mines and layoffs

The Russian company Alrosa plans to suspend unprofitable deposits and cut its payroll by 10%. The company will also slow down the implementation of investment projects due to falling diamond prices.

News of the World •  • 19481 views
Scientists have discovered why it's hard for people to keep weight off after losing weight

Scientists have discovered why it's hard for people to keep weight off after losing weight

Swiss researchers have found that fat cells have a “memory” for obesity. Experiments have shown that after losing weight, the cells react more quickly to fatty foods, which leads to weight gain.

Society •  • 19666 views
Winter is coming: why it is important for Ukraine to switch to alternative energy supply technologies

Winter is coming: why it is important for Ukraine to switch to alternative energy supply technologies

The city of Brovary is actively implementing alternative energy sources at critical infrastructure facilities. Solar panels are installed in hospitals and kindergartens, and alternative fuel boilers are used.

Society •  • 185845 views
Swiss village urgently evacuated due to threat of large-scale landslide

Swiss village urgently evacuated due to threat of large-scale landslide

More than 80 residents of the village of Brienz in Switzerland have to leave their homes by November 17 due to the threat of rockfall. The village is threatened by the collapse of 1.2 million cubic meters of rock.

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Turned German clothing stores into a fashion empire: the head of New Yorker has died

Turned German clothing stores into a fashion empire: the head of New Yorker has died

Billionaire Friedrich Knapp, creator of the New Yorker clothing chain, has died after a long illness. His company has more than 1,200 branches in 47 countries and about 23,000 employees.

News of the World •  • 23013 views
Unique 280 million-year-old fossils found in Italy

Unique 280 million-year-old fossils found in Italy

A fossilized ecosystem with prints of amphibians, reptiles, and plants has been discovered in the Orobier Valtellinese Park. The find contains traces of five different species of animals that lived in the Permian period.

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National selection for Eurovision 2025: UA:PBC received about 370 applications

National selection for Eurovision 2025: UA:PBC received about 370 applications

UA:PBC received 374 songs from 232 solo artists and 72 bands from Ukraine and other countries. Tina Karol became the new music producer of the national selection, the final of which will take place in February 2025.

Culture •  • 17064 views
The results of negotiations between Switzerland and the EU are summarized in Budapest

The results of negotiations between Switzerland and the EU are summarized in Budapest

Swiss President Viola Amgerd has announced the final stage of negotiations with the EU on a new political agreement. The talks are aimed at restoring relations after Switzerland's withdrawal from previous negotiations in 2021.

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Brovary is moving towards an energy-efficient future: a solar power plant will be installed in the Kapitoshka kindergarten

Brovary is moving towards an energy-efficient future: a solar power plant will be installed in the Kapitoshka kindergarten

The Kapitoshka kindergarten will have a solar power plant.

Society •  • 16559 views
Yermak discusses with Switzerland the return of Ukrainian prisoners and illegally taken children

Yermak discusses with Switzerland the return of Ukrainian prisoners and illegally taken children

The head of the OP Andriy Yermak met with Gabriel Luchinger, a representative of the Swiss Foreign Ministry. The parties discussed the challenges of autocratic aggression and the return of Ukrainian prisoners and deported children.

War •  • 41727 views
The United States has expanded the sanctions list: who from Russia is subject to new restrictions

The United States has expanded the sanctions list: who from Russia is subject to new restrictions

The U. S. Treasury Department imposed sanctions on 275 individuals and companies from 14 countries for transferring technology to the Russian army. The list includes 20 Russians, including deputy defense ministers.

News of the World •  • 17112 views
Which countries have the largest gold reserves: infographic

Which countries have the largest gold reserves: infographic

The United States leads the world in gold reserves with 8133. 5 tons, followed by Germany with 3351.5 tons. Ukraine is ranked 61st with 27.4 tons of reserves, and the total world gold volume is 36118.2 tons.

Economy •  • 17222 views
Nightmares can be tamed with a single piano chord

Nightmares can be tamed with a single piano chord

Researchers have found that the C69 piano chord during sleep can significantly reduce the number of nightmares. The experiment showed a decrease in the frequency of bad dreams from 2.94 to 0.19 per week.

Health •  • 86221 views
Swiss President supports lifting ban on arms re-export to Ukraine

Swiss President supports lifting ban on arms re-export to Ukraine

The President of Switzerland is in favor of revising the ban on the re-export of Swiss-made weapons to Ukraine. The current embargo harms the defense industry and the country's security.

War •  • 18599 views
The participants of the BRICS summit adopted a final declaration: whether there is any mention of the war in Ukraine and what

The participants of the BRICS summit adopted a final declaration: whether there is any mention of the war in Ukraine and what

The participants of the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia, adopted a declaration condemning “illegal sanctions. ” The war in Ukraine was mentioned in only one paragraph with vague wording, without unequivocal condemnation or support for Russia's actions.

War •  • 19016 views