June 22, 08:20 AM • 41042 viewsJune 20, 02:32 PM • 58447 viewsThe chances of Ukrainian hierarchs heading the Vatican are extremely small, the expert explained. The head of the UGCC Shevchuk will not be elected because he is not a cardinal, and Cardinal Bychok is hindered by his age and the Eastern rite.
Airbnb will now show customers the total cost of accommodation by default, including cleaning and service fees. The change is being implemented due to a new US Federal Trade Commission rule that takes effect on May 12.
The grey market for gadgets in Ukraine caused losses of UAH 5. 5 billion in VAT, the share of grey Apple reaches 71%. The problem is global: the EU and the US are also fighting smuggling and billions in losses from grey imports.
British parliamentarians and lords urge against allowing Donald Trump to speak in parliament during his visit in September. They condemn his stance on the Russian attack on Ukraine and his attitude towards NATO.
American obstetrician-gynecologists have updated recommendations, proposing to reduce the standard 12-14 visits for low-risk pregnant women in favor of personalized care. This is intended to improve the timeliness of receiving necessary services.
Asian cybercrime syndicates are expanding their operations to Africa and South America, according to a UN report. This is happening because operations are being moved to avoid crackdowns in Southeast Asia.
John Cena defeated Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania in Las Vegas, winning his 17th WWE Champion title. The victory was made possible thanks to the interference of rapper Travis Scott.
The Ukrainian negotiating team officially did not agree to discuss territorial integrity, including Crimea. An advisor to the Office of the President stated that the Constitution of Ukraine contains direct prohibitions on such discussions.
Hungary can force the EU to lift sanctions against €210 billion of frozen Russian assets. This will remove the guarantee on loans to Ukraine and shift their coverage to EU and G7 taxpayers.
The number of DeLorean DMC cars, known thanks to the film "Back to the Future", is decreasing. Their shortage and iconic status are leading to a significant increase in prices.
Russia has worsened its forecast for oil exports this year and lowered its Urals price expectation to $56 per barrel. According to the forecast, this may require the use of reserves to cover expenses.
China imposed sanctions against US Congress members, government officials, and NGO leaders for their "egregious behavior on issues related to Hong Kong". This was a response to US sanctions against Chinese and Hong Kong officials, which Beijing strongly condemns.
Pope Francis died on April 21 at the age of 88. US Vice President JD Vance, the Prime Minister of Italy, and the President of France reacted to his death.
Donald Trump raised a record $239 million for his inauguration, more than double the 2017 amount. This is more than Obama's and Biden's combined and attracted over 140 donors with contributions of a million dollars or more.
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hagset shared details of the March attack on Houthis in a Signal chat that included his wife, brother, and lawyer. This raises questions about his use of unclassified systems for sensitive information.
Children do not need sugar up to one year old; WHO recommends limiting it up to three years old. The pediatrician named the norm after one year (30 g) and the best options for sweets (fruits, pastila).
Western automakers are implementing a "China for China" strategy and local software to regain market share lost to domestic competitors. New models are being tested at the Shanghai auto show to restore their positions.
According to the head of the ЦПД, Andrii Kovalenko, Russian drone and missile attacks indicate that any pauses by Putin in the war are purely a tactical move. They are aimed at obtaining favorable conditions for its continuation.
US trade shock rocked markets and confidence, exacerbating global threats according to a Brookings-FT study. IMF is set to cut growth forecasts due to rising uncertainty.
Great Britain is significantly increasing the production of ammunition to reduce dependence on supplies from the US and France. By summer, the production of 155mm shells will increase 16 times.
South Korea's customs service has detected a significant increase in attempts to disguise foreign goods, primarily from China, as Korean exports to the United States. This is being done to circumvent President Trump's tariffs; in the first quarter alone, violations worth $20.81 million were detected.
China is massively implementing embodied AI, from humanoid robots to drones, to accelerate the economy and solve strategic tasks. This technological revolution is taking place against the backdrop of escalating competition with the US for leadership in key AI developments.
Russians used the "Easter truce" to clear a passage across the Chorniy Zherebets river in order to resume the offensive. They were removing a previously damaged piece of equipment which blocked the passage for their armored vehicles.
Bitcoin rose to $87,600, the highest level since April 2 after Trump's tariff announcement. The dollar fell to its lowest level since January 2024 amid fears of Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's dismissal.
Over the past day, 96 combat engagements were recorded on the front. The enemy attacked the most on the Pokrovske direction, where the Defense Forces stopped 39 attacks.
Oil prices fell: Brent below $67, WTI to $63. This happened amid concerns about the impact of the US trade war on demand and monitoring talks between Washington and Tehran on the nuclear program, which could affect supplies.
Trump said on social media that countries wanting to avoid US import tariffs should come and build in America. He calls this the easiest way for those seeking US customs policy liberalization.
Trump's plan for Ukraine involves recognizing Crimea as Russian and blocking NATO membership. Kyiv is preparing a response, which is to be provided at a meeting in London.
US Vice President JD Vance had a brief meeting with Pope Francis at the Vatican on Easter. This is the Vice President's first meeting with the Pontiff since 2020; The Pope gave Vance a tie, rosary beads, and Easter eggs for the children.
A Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, intended for the Chinese airline Xiamen Airlines, returned to the United States. This happened because of import duties introduced by Donald Trump.
