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July in Ukraine: Climate Norm and 2026 Forecast from Ukrhydrometcenter

Science 06/29/2026, 12:31

Ukrhydrometcenter specialists have announced the forecast for July 2026: temperatures will be 2–3°C above the norm, and precipitation is expected to be 25–40% lower. July traditionally remains the warmest, yet most unstable month in Ukraine. ☀️🌧️

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Heatwave in Ukraine: +37°C today, but rain and cooling are promised by the weekend

Science 06/29/2026, 11:40

🌡️ Today is the peak of the heatwave in Ukraine: up to +37°C in the West and +34°C in Kyiv. But by the weekend, rain and noticeable cooling are forecast. On Saturday in the capital, it could be as low as +17°C! ☔️

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The Mystery of Rising Star Cave: Why Did Homo naledi Bury Only Women?

Science 06/29/2026, 11:01

🧬 Scientists shocked: only female Homo naledi skeletons found in Rising Star Cave! Dental protein analysis confirmed that even infants were female. This proves the existence of complex burial rituals among ancient hominins. 🔍👩‍🔬

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Ukrainian medicine in the global top: six universities make it into the Scopus 2026 ranking

Science 06/29/2026, 10:57

Ukrainian medicine proves its quality at an international level: six medical universities of the country have entered the top 20 of the Scopus 2026 ranking. 🇺🇦🔬 Experts note that high citation rates confirm the significance of Ukrainian clinical research for the global community. 📈

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A City Without Roads: Ancient Maya Megalopolis Hidden for a Thousand Years Discovered in Mexican Jungles

Science 06/29/2026, 02:58

An ancient Maya city, Minanbe, hidden from view for over 1,000 years, has been discovered in the Mexican jungles 🌿. Using LiDAR scanning, scientists found a pyramid and stelae dated to 849 AD, but traces of destruction on the monuments hint at a tragic end for the civilization 🏛️🗿.

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African heat and downpours: forecasters warn of complex weather in Ukraine next week

Science 06/28/2026, 18:47

African heat up to +40°C is expected in Ukraine, but rain will fall in some areas. Forecasters have warned of complex weather next week. Europe is already introducing emergency measures due to record temperatures. 🌡️🇺🇦

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Switzerland is losing its glaciers: 'Loss Day' arrived three months early

Science 06/28/2026, 12:21

Swiss glaciers are melting at a record pace: 'loss day' arrived three months early. Sahara dust and anomalous heat are exacerbating the situation, threatening Europe's water resources. 🇨🇭🧊🔥

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African heat in Ukraine: +38 degrees, thunderstorms and warnings of records

Science 06/28/2026, 09:28

African heat up to +38°C is expected in Ukraine on June 28! 🔥 It will be especially hot in the western regions, while thunderstorms are possible in the east. Forecasters warn of record temperatures. 🌦️🌡️

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Germany in flames: the country broke the historical heat record, showing 41.5 degrees

Science 06/28/2026, 01:16

Germany has broken the historical heat record: 41.5 degrees Celsius were recorded in the village of Drechwitz. Meteorologists warn of the risk of exceeding 42 degrees and urge citizens to be cautious. 🌡️🔥

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African heat on the horizon: Ukraine forecasts up to +38 degrees and thunderstorms

Science 06/27/2026, 11:45

"Red" heat declared in Ukraine: temperatures in the west of the country will rise to +38°C. Synoptics warn of thunderstorms in the center and east, while a weakening of the anomaly is expected only by early July. 🌡️🔥

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13-meter 'Book of the Dead' scroll: archaeologists in Egypt find unique New Kingdom discovery

Science 06/26/2026, 20:48

A 13-meter 'Book of the Dead' papyrus has been found in a New Kingdom tomb in Egypt! 📜 The discovery in the Tuna el-Gebel necropolis includes sarcophagi and rare amulets. The scroll has been sent to the Grand Egyptian Museum for restoration ahead of its opening in 2026. 🏺🇪🇬

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DNA on the Walls: How Iberian Caves Became a Genetic Archive of Ancient Humans

Science 06/26/2026, 20:38

Scientists have extracted ancient DNA from the walls of caves in Spain and Portugal, marking a breakthrough in archaeology. The study, published in Nature Communications, showed that rock art and rock surfaces preserve genetic traces of people who touched them thousands of years ago. It is now possible to study the creators of Paleolithic art without destroying bones. 🧬🏔️🎨

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Shortage of Minds: KPI Rector Warns of Critical Lack of Physicists and Chemists in Ukraine

Science 06/26/2026, 15:27

Ukraine is acutely short of physicists and chemists, despite high demand in the labor market. KPI Rector Anatoliy Melnychenko explains why prospective students are bypassing these majors and how the war is exacerbating the situation. 🔬🇺🇦

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Admissions Campaign 2026: New Application Rules and Advice from the Rector of NTU KPI

Science 06/26/2026, 13:37

🚀 Admissions Campaign 2026 changes the rules of the game: now applicants can submit only 10 applications (5 for budget, 5 for contract). NTU KPI Rector Atanasii Melnychenko gave advice on how not to make a mistake in choice and not fail due to new restrictions. 📚💻

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Digital Ark: How Colossal Startup is Saving Genomes of Endangered Species

Science 06/26/2026, 13:30

Startup Colossal Biosciences has created a "digital Noah's Ark" to save endangered species 🧬. In partnership with the US government, a BioVault storage network with open access to genetic data will be launched 🌍. The project is funded by private donations and UAE investments 💰

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Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv maintains leadership in the 2026 Scopus ranking: facts and figures

Science 06/26/2026, 13:26

Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv is the leader again! 🏆 The university took first place in the all-Ukrainian Scopus 2026 ranking. Results are based on the H-index and data from April. 📈🇺🇦

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Superpuffs: Scientists Find Giant Planets Lighter Than Cotton Candy

Science 06/26/2026, 01:33

Astronomers have discovered a unique planetary system where the planets are the size of Jupiter but lighter than cotton candy. Their density is comparable to shaving foam, and they were found thanks to observations from Antarctica. 🔭☁️

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Perseverance Rover Finds 'Building Blocks' of Life: Scientists Detect Complex Carbon Molecules in Ancient Rocks

Science 06/25/2026, 19:15

The Perseverance rover has discovered complex carbon molecules in Martian rocks — this could be a trace of ancient life! 🔴🧬 Scientists believe that conditions for a biosphere could have existed across the entire planet, but the exact answer will only come with the delivery of soil to Earth in the 2030s. 🚀🌍

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