Ukraine
Lolita Kuzina was recognized for the third time as "Manager of the Year in Charity" at the "Charitable Ukraine - 2024" competition. This year's award was special, as Kuzina admitted to a difficult year associated with caring for her father with cancer and his loss.
The Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation claims another prisoner exchange with Ukraine allegedly took place today. According to their data, the exchange was carried out in accordance with agreements reached on June 2 in Istanbul.
In the first four months of 2025, almost 16 thousand cases of acute intestinal infections were recorded in Ukraine. Ministry of Health doctors advise being careful with certain foods and not ignoring alarming symptoms, as acute intestinal infections can cause serious complications, especially in children.
Police uncovered approximately 100 cases of forged disability care certificates to avoid military service. Eight individuals have been charged with draft evasion.
In Ukraine, innovative wagons will again be able to run, Ukrzaliznytsia has approved the procedure for determining them technically compatible with the infrastructure. Owners are given 30 days to conclude relevant agreements.
In the south of Ukraine and Dnipropetrovsk region, the number of bites from venomous spiders, such as karakurts, tarantulas, and yellow sac spiders, has increased. Their bites cause severe pain, convulsions, respiratory problems, and allergic reactions, which in rare cases can be fatal.
Minister of Energy German Halushchenko confirmed that the issue of purchasing nuclear reactors from Bulgaria for the Khmelnytskyi NPP remains open, despite Bulgaria's statements about refusal. Ukraine plans to cooperate with the IAEA to promote this project.
HACC arrested Kyiv developer Serhiy Kopystyra, suspected of organizing a criminal scheme, with the possibility of bail set at UAH 100 million.
Minister of Health Viktor Liashko stated that the company "RIOLA-MODUL LTD", which won the tender for the repair of the "Okhmatdyt" hospital, is not involved in criminal proceedings. The decision on selecting the contractor is also controlled by donors.
The Director of the Legal Department of the National Bank of Ukraine, Oleksandr Zyma, continues to work, receiving a salary of almost half a million in May. He is accused of abuse of office, which led to grave consequences.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia continues targeted terror, hitting Odesa and Kharkiv with over 20 drones. He called for a tangible response that would hit Russia's ability to finance the war.
In 2024, violence against children in conflict zones reached unprecedented levels, with a 25% increase in grave violations. Gaza, DRC, Somalia, Nigeria, and Haiti are of particular concern.
Minister of Finance Serhiy Marchenko expressed hope that the Verkhovna Rada will vote for changes to the state budget at the next session. The Cabinet of Ministers is preparing a comprehensive law on changes that will concern additional defense needs.
Electricity consumption corresponds to seasonal indicators. Ukrenergo urges to shift active energy consumption to daylight hours, using powerful appliances from 10:00 to 18:00 to help the power system.
From July 1, 2025, new requirements for mandatory vehicle technical inspection will come into force. Now, the entire technical inspection process will be fully photo- and video-recorded to overcome "fictitious" inspections.
The pharmaceutical company "Darnitsa" has launched a campaign against the "pharmaceutical mafia", accusing pharmacies of overpricing medicines. However, research shows that it is the manufacturers, including "Darnitsa", that have increased prices.
Large-scale searches for a 5-year-old boy who disappeared on June 17 are ongoing in the Kolomyia district of Ivano-Frankivsk region. Over four thousand hectares of territory, hundreds of people, drones with thermal imagers, and cynologists are involved in the search.
Ministers of the Baltic states, Scandinavia and Poland have agreed on a ban on entry into the Schengen zone for Russian citizens who participated in the war against Ukraine. The restrictions will concern visas and residence permits and will remain in force even after the hostilities end.
Hypnosis – therapy or show? An honest conversation with a hypnotherapist about working with the subconscious and what scares people.
Ukraine's energy system is operating stably, but the situation remains complex due to unprecedented attacks. Such strikes can affect electricity generation and distribution.
Expert Larisa Stavynoha shared tips for selling property quickly. It is important to choose a realtor, correctly determine the price, and prepare high-quality advertising content.
Admission to master's programs will last from July 21 to July 12, and to postgraduate programs from July 7 to July 28. Results will be available by July 18 (master's) and August 8 (postgraduate).
Journalists have identified significant problems with candidates for the position of head of the BRDO from NABU: hidden Russian citizenship of relatives, links to persons involved in cases, and "leaks" of criminal proceedings materials.
The Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine reported a case of cannibalism in the Russian army on the Kupyansk direction. A soldier from the 68th Motor Rifle Division ate his comrade-in-arms, who was considered missing.
Minister of Energy German Galushchenko stated that Ukraine will be provided with gas for the heating season. Despite the difficult situation due to RF attacks on gas production, gas imports will increase.
In five months of 2025, 386 criminal proceedings regarding cruel treatment of animals have been opened in Ukraine, which is almost four times more compared to the previous year. The significant surge is related to educational work and accessible legal tools.
Nearly 4. 3 million Ukrainians have received temporary protection in EU countries as of the end of January 2025. The largest number of Ukrainians are in Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic, where their numbers are increasing.
Strong wind up to 18 m/s in Kyiv. It is recommended to stay away from trees, billboards, and unsecured objects on balconies.
Russia plans to continue terrorizing Ukrainian cities with drone swarm attacks, accompanied by an information campaign. The enemy intends to spread narratives about being open to negotiations for the international audience and about Ukraine's inability to defend itself for the domestic one.
Putin continues to believe in a war of attrition, betting on gradual troop advances. His theory of victory involves endless advances and Ukraine's inability to counterattack.