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Ryanair will require passengers to use electronic boarding passes via its mobile application starting November 12. This move is part of a digital strategy aimed at simplifying check-in and reducing environmental impact.
A water leak has been localized on Pechersky Uzviz in Kyiv. The emergency repair team of "Kyivvodokanal" continues to eliminate the pipeline damage, one building remains without water supply.
The Polish prosecutor's office is investigating attempts by the Belarusian KGB to recruit at least 10 employees of the National Anti-Crisis Management (NZA) in Poland. 15 recruitment attempts have been recorded, offering money and threatening relatives, punishable by 5 to 30 years in prison.
On November 10, 156 combat engagements took place on the front, all attempts by Russian troops to break through were repelled. The fiercest battles took place in the Pokrovsk direction, where the Russians carried out 59 attacks.
The European Commission is exploring the possibility of obliging EU member states to gradually remove Huawei and ZTE from their telecommunications networks. This could turn a 2020 recommendation into a legal requirement due to deteriorating trade and political ties with China.
Geneva-based Mercuria Energy Group and US-based TechMet Ltd. are discussing a joint tantalum mining project in the DRC. The initiative depends on a peace agreement to be facilitated by the Trump administration.
Belgium has sought assistance from allies after a series of drone incursions near airports, military bases, and nuclear power plants. Officials say the incidents "resemble" Russian actions, but there is no direct evidence yet.
The Czech organization "Gift for Putin" raised 12. 5 million crowns for a "Flamingo" missile capable of reaching Moscow or St. Petersburg. The manufacturer will supply two missiles for the same amount, which will be handed over to the Ukrainian army.
The government has introduced the innovative Skeletarius system for identifying people using 3D skull models, which will complement classic methods. This technology combines forensic anthropology and digital technologies to establish identity based on a 3D skull scan and ante-mortem photographs.
On the night of November 10, units of the Special Operations Forces successfully struck the oil depot of FGKU "Gvardiyskyi" in the settlement of Kar'erne, Saky district, temporarily occupied Crimea. SOF drones hit a pumping station on the territory of the oil depot, which is an important element of the fuel and logistics system of the occupation authorities.
The Ministry of Digital Transformation discussed with operators the strengthening of digital resilience in Sumy region, where the internet works up to 72 hours without electricity thanks to xPON technology. The government has simplified network restoration, and the ASCs of Sumy have received a "digital suitcase" for uninterrupted operation.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine reported the approval for operation of over a hundred new types of domestically produced weapons and military equipment in the last month. Among the novelties are unmanned aerial systems, electronic warfare systems, large-caliber artillery shells, and more.
Starting November 11, a new type of traffic light signal, the "Greek Cross," will be tested at the intersection of Volodymyrska Street and Taras Shevchenko Boulevard. It is being introduced to make left turns safer, as the signal will show drivers when oncoming traffic has stopped.
The wreckage of a private helicopter carrying two businessmen who died was found in Italy. Before the crash, they reported engine failure.
The first transatlantic remote thrombectomy was performed: a neurosurgeon from Florida used a robot to operate on a human body in Dundee, Scotland. The technology is expected to revolutionize stroke care by accelerating specialized treatment that will be available to everyone.
Swedish defense manufacturer Saab has unveiled the A26, the world's first fifth-generation submarine, focused on stealth. It is designed for NATO's multi-domain operations needs and provides capabilities in the maritime, air, and information domains.
According to a Rakuten Viber survey, 83% of Ukrainians do not plan to make purchases on Black Friday. Among those who are waiting for sales, 39% intend to buy clothes and shoes.
The Russian military has improved Gerbera unmanned aerial vehicles, equipping them with warheads with detonators that activate during flight. This makes the drones more dangerous, as the detonator remains armed even after a smooth landing.
Nissan Motor is selling its global headquarters in Yokohama to KKR for 97 billion yen, which will generate an extraordinary profit of 73. 9 billion yen. The deal will be completed by December 2025, and Nissan will continue to lease the building for 20 years.
At EICMA 2025, Honda unveiled its first full-size electric motorcycle, the WN7, which develops a peak power of 50 kW (67 hp) and has a range of 140 km. The motorcycle is equipped with a frameless chassis, where the battery is the central structural element.
The SBU detained an FSB agent who tried to plant an F-1 grenade in a Kharkiv park. The perpetrator, recruited through his wife, also planned to make an improvised explosive device for an explosion in the city center.
Siddhant Awasthi, Tesla's Cybertruck program manager, has announced his resignation after more than 8 years with the company. His departure comes amid low Cybertruck sales and numerous recalls.
In October, Ukrainians bought 60% more used cars from abroad than last year. Almost every third of them is an electric car, and Tesla holds a leading position.
During the night, naval drones attacked Tuapse, likely damaging one of the berths. Local residents reported explosions, and the drone threat alert lasted almost 8 hours.
Three drones were spotted over the Doel nuclear power plant in Belgium, which did not affect its operation. This happened after a series of similar incidents with drones over military facilities and airports in Belgium and other European countries.
Since the beginning of November 9, 248 combat engagements have been recorded at the front. The occupiers launched 27 air strikes, dropped 81 guided bombs, and used 1,423 kamikaze drones.
Malawian authorities are investigating reports of deceptive recruitment of young women to work at Russian military-technical enterprises, particularly in the assembly of "Shaheds. " The girls allegedly traveled to Russia for training, but it later turned out that they could not return home.
As a result of enemy attacks on Nikopol district of Dnipropetrovsk region, an educational institution was destroyed, and houses and a gas station were damaged. An 83-year-old woman sustained shrapnel wounds.
China's Ministry of Commerce has suspended restrictions on the export of antimony, gallium, and germanium to the United States until November 27, 2026. These metals are essential for semiconductor production and were previously banned from export starting December 2024.
The Ukrainian cruise missile FP-5 "Flamingo" has a flight range of up to 3,000 km, which is twice that of the American "Tomahawk. " Its main advantage is that Ukraine can use it without the permission of allies to strike Russian territory.