09:17, 26 Dec
Beyoncé intrigued fans with a teaser following her performance at the Halftime Show.
Beyoncé shared a video of herself sitting on a white horse, dressed in cowboy attire and draped in the American flag. Fans speculate that this could be an announcement for a tour following "Cowboy Carter" or "Act III" of the "Renaissance" trilogy.
09:17, 26 Dec
A Czech company secretly supplied critical equipment to a Ukrainian nuclear power plant.
Plzeňská Škoda JS has delivered eight new drives for the Rivne Nuclear Power Plant despite Russian attacks. The company also provided a special protective cable measuring 173 meters and 76 storage units.
09:17, 26 Dec
Russia has started using Bitcoin in foreign trade to circumvent sanctions.
Russian companies have officially begun using cryptocurrencies for international payments following legislative changes. The Minister of Finance of Russia has confirmed these transactions and announced plans to expand this practice in the coming year.
09:17, 26 Dec
"These funds were stolen from us": Peskov threatened legal action over the transfer of Russian asset funds to Ukraine.
The press secretary for Putin referred to the $1 billion in frozen Russian assets transferred to Ukraine as "stolen." Russia plans to initiate legal action regarding this transfer.
07:32, 26 Dec
Drones have struck the Belgorod region, leaving several localities without electricity.
On the night of December 26, the Belgorod region was attacked by drones, resulting in power outages in several localities.
09:17, 25 Dec
A large-scale alert has been declared in Ukraine as Russia has launched missiles.
On the morning of December 25, Russia launched a missile attack on Ukraine from the Black Sea. Strategic bombers Tu-95MS took off from Olenya airfield, and drone attacks are also ongoing.
09:17, 25 Dec
Donald Trump intends to reinstate the death penalty in the United States.
Donald Trump announced his intention to pursue the death penalty for violent criminals following his election as president. This statement came after Biden commuted the sentences of 37 federal inmates.
09:17, 25 Dec
Russia won't budge from its terms "one bit": ISW analysts evaluate Putin's plans.
Matviyenko stated that Russia's demands for negotiations with Ukraine, expressed in Istanbul, remain unchanged. Russia insists on Ukraine's neutrality and limiting its armed forces to 85,000 personnel.
09:17, 25 Dec
Record-breaking 2024: Disney raked in $5 billion at the box office.
In 2024, Disney became the only company to surpass $2 billion in the U.S. box office. The studio released the three highest-grossing films of the year: "Inside Out 2," "Deadpool and Wolverine," and "Moana 2."
09:17, 25 Dec
I decided to switch gears: The NYT reveals why Lukashenko pardoned 200 prisoners.
The Belarusian dictator has pardoned over 200 participants of the 2020 protests. Analysts believe this is an attempt to ease Western sanctions, particularly concerning "Belavia" and potash fertilizers.
09:17, 24 Dec
There are no missile carriers from Russia in the Black and Azov Seas.
There are no Russian cruise missile carriers equipped with "Kalibr" missiles in the Black and Azov Seas. In the Mediterranean Sea, Russia has 8 ships, 3 of which are armed with up to 25 "Kalibr" missiles.
09:17, 24 Dec
The U.S. aims to boost missile production, including support for Ukraine.
The Pentagon has awarded a contract to Williams International to increase the production of gas turbine engines for missiles. The project involves the manufacturing of Harpoon, JASSM, LRASM, and Tomahawk missiles for the needs of the United States and Ukraine.
09:17, 24 Dec
"Ukrenergo has secured €86 million from the EIB for drone defense measures."
"Ukrenergo has received €86 million from the European Investment Bank for the installation of anti-drone protection at key substations. This funding is the first phase of the support plan aimed at helping Ukraine's energy sector recover from infrastructure damage."
09:17, 24 Dec
The Italian government has endorsed the continuation of arms supplies to Ukraine.
The Italian government has approved a decree-law extending the authorization for the transfer of military equipment and machinery to Ukraine.
09:17, 24 Dec
Ukrainian karate athlete Anzhelika Terliuga has welcomed her first child.
Silver medalist of the 2020 Olympics, Anzhelika Terliuga, has welcomed a daughter. On December 21, the athlete gave birth to a girl named Nicole.
13:29, 23 Dec
Spine Center in Brovary: a success story focused on the community's health and well-being.
Spine Center in Brovary: A Success Story and Commitment to Community Health.
13:28, 23 Dec
A high rating for the head of ARMA Duma: is it a sign of talent or just good publicity?
Elena Duma received the highest evaluation for her performance at ARMA in 2024. This occurred amidst criticism from anti-corruption organizations, scandals involving fake disabilities, and a lack of public oversight.
13:28, 23 Dec
Christmas superstitions and omens
The most common Ukrainian Christmas omens, prohibitions, and traditions passed down through generations, ranging from the ban on taking out the trash to the rules for the festive dinner and welcoming guests.
13:27, 23 Dec
Jennifer Lopez revealed surprising truths about her divorce from Ben Affleck.
Jennifer Lopez opened up about her divorce from Ben Affleck in a Vogue interview. The singer reflected on the separation as a significant life lesson that has contributed to her personal growth and resilience.
13:27, 23 Dec
Ukrainian Christmas: Preserving and reviving ancestral traditions.
From pre-Christian beliefs to contemporary customs – how the rituals of caroling, the symbolism of the didukh, and other traditions have evolved over time.
13:27, 23 Dec
North Korea is likely preparing to supply Russia with kamikaze drones and additional troops, according to South Korean intelligence reports.
South Korean intelligence reports that North Korea is preparing to send additional troops and kamikaze drones to Russia. The military aid provided will be utilized in the conflict against Ukraine.
13:27, 23 Dec
Another execution of captured Ukrainian soldiers by the Russian army has prompted the start of an investigation.
On the Vremovskoye front, Russian military forces executed four captured Ukrainian defenders. The prosecutor's office has initiated an investigation into this war crime.
09:17, 22 Dec
The government has included MRI systems in the list of medical devices funded by the state budget.
The Cabinet has added magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machines to the list of medical devices that will be purchased with government funding. Additionally, the list of medications for the treatment of multiple sclerosis has been updated.
09:17, 22 Dec
Over the past year, the war-affected areas in Ukraine have decreased by 17,000 square kilometers.
In 2024, the area of potentially mined territories in Ukraine has decreased by 17,000 square kilometers, totaling 139,000 square kilometers. Over 2,500 square kilometers have been cleared of mines, and 165 communities have been surveyed across seven regions.
09:17, 22 Dec
In Luhansk region, properties owned by individuals who have not left are being added to the list of unclaimed assets, according to the regional military administration.
In the occupied city of Starobilsk, authorities are classifying homes as abandoned property if the owners are not present during inspections. Residents are compelled to prove their ownership of their properties within a specified timeframe.
09:17, 22 Dec
So important and needed by all of us right now: Zelensky congratulated Usyk on his victory.
The President of Ukraine congratulated Oleksandr Usyk on his victory over Tyson Fury and for retaining the title of undisputed world boxing champion. Zelensky emphasized the significance of this win for the entire nation of Ukraine.
09:17, 22 Dec
In Kyiv region, debris from a "Shahed" drone struck a high-rise building, igniting a fire.
In the Kyiv region, debris from a downed enemy target landed on the roof of a 25-story building, resulting in a fire. Fortunately, there are no reported injuries, and an evacuation of residents is currently underway. The fire has been contained.
09:17, 21 Dec
The Secrecy of ARMA: How Elena Duma Stripped the Agency of Public Oversight
The Secrecy of ARMA: How Elena Duma Stripped the Agency of Public Oversight.
09:17, 21 Dec
The U.S. and Ukrainian defense ministers discussed security assistance and the upcoming meeting of the contact group.
Lloyd Austin and Rustem Umerov discussed the current situation on the front lines and U.S. military assistance. The parties also agreed on preparations for the upcoming meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group.
09:17, 21 Dec
Occupants are forcing students to address the oil disaster in the Kerch Strait - Resistance.
Two river tankers sank in the Kerch Strait, resulting in a significant oil spill. The occupying authorities are forcibly recruiting youth from the occupied territories to address the aftermath, disguising it as "volunteering."
