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The world marks International Owl Day and National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day. Orthodox Christians honor the memory of the Seven Sleepers of Ephesus according to the new calendar.
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.
On June 18, Ukraine honors precinct police officers and observes Autistic Pride Day. The world celebrates International Sushi Day, International Picnic Day, and Sustainable Gastronomy Day.
Mold appears due to humidity and poor ventilation of premises. To remove it, use vinegar, baking soda, chlorine, or specialized products.
The world marks World Sea Turtle Day, the Day of the African Child, and the literary Bloomsday. Believers honor Saint Tikhon and observe the Apostles' Fast.
French cuisine combines the high art of cooking with regional traditions. The foundation of its dishes consists of fresh vegetables, sauces, cheeses, and exquisite wines.
A 50-year-old Kyiv resident sold drugs at house parties where guests dressed in women's clothing. Authorities seized 2.5 kg of cannabis, ketamine, and LSD from him.
In the first four months of 2026, 12 cases of botulism were detected in Ukraine. The illness was caused by home-canned goods and dried fish in six regions of the country.
Slugs ruin harvests and carry parasites in damp areas. To combat them, use beer traps, salt, and humidity control.
Scientists are testing an autoimmune disease drug to treat hantavirus. Research was intensified following an outbreak of the infection on a cruise ship.
Borscht has been inscribed on the UNESCO Heritage List as a symbol of Ukrainian identity. In Ukraine, there are over 70 variations of preparing this legendary dish.
In 2026, Trinity will be celebrated on May 31. Believers decorate their homes with greenery, visit churches, and avoid hard labor and quarrels on this day.
The asparagus season has started in Ukraine, a vegetable rich in vitamins and minerals. This vegetable is beneficial for the heart and digestion, and its caloric content is only 30 kcal.
Pain in the left side occurs due to diseases of the stomach, intestines, kidneys, or gynecological problems. It is important to recognize the symptoms in time and consult a doctor.
The MV Hondius is set to arrive in Rotterdam for disinfection following a hantavirus outbreak. Three people have died as a result of the illness, and the crew will be placed under quarantine.
Six passengers from the MV Hondius have been isolated in Australia for three weeks. Eleven cases of hantavirus were recorded on the vessel, and three people have died.
In Poland, an individual was placed under supervision due to contact with a passenger from a liner with a hantavirus outbreak. There are no symptoms; observation will last seven days.
Eight people fell ill on board the MV Hondius, and three passengers died from hantavirus. Everyone present on the vessel is being repatriated for mandatory self-isolation.
Garden care involves regular watering, fertilizing, and pruning of plants. Seasonal work and protection against pests guarantee the health of the garden and a good harvest.
A minimal shashlik set in 2026 costs 580 hryvnias. A full basket including vegetables and drinks will cost Ukrainians 1,522 hryvnias.
Three people have died due to a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship. The WHO has confirmed five cases of infection but does not expect a large-scale epidemic.
Canary Islands authorities ban the entry of the MV Hondius cruise ship due to a hantavirus outbreak. South Africa reports two cases of the Andes hantavirus strain, which is transmitted from person to person, linked to the vessel. One passenger has died, and another is hospitalized.
Seven cases of hantavirus have been detected on the cruise ship MV Hondius, with three fatalities reported. The WHO assesses the global risk as low and is continuing its investigation.
Three people have died from hantavirus on a Dutch liner. The WHO states there is a low risk to the general public and no need for restrictions.
Attacks on Russian infrastructure have reduced oil refining volumes to 4. 69 million barrels per day. This is the industry's lowest figure in the last 16 years.
The SBU struck the AVT-4 unit and columns at the Lukoil oil refinery in Perm, Russia, 1,500 km from the Ukrainian border. Additionally, the station supplying the plant with oil was attacked for the second time. The occupiers were reminded that they no longer have any safe havens.
An explosion occurred at an oil distillation unit of the Lukoil plant in Perm, Russia. Due to the incident, schools were evacuated and classes at the city's universities were canceled.
UNN has gathered the top-5 simple recipes for dinner using accessible ingredients. Each is prepared in 15-20 minutes on a skillet or in the microwave.
Katarína Mathernová discovered a Shahed fragment among the trees and reminded of the constant threat. The diplomat emphasized the importance of peace for Ukrainians.