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Shadow Threat: How Illegal Tobacco in Ukraine Could Cost the EU Billions

Economy 06/17/2026, 13:02

Illegal tobacco in Ukraine has reached 17.6% of the market and threatens EU integration. Alexander Farkosh (JTI) warned: opening borders could cost the EU billions of euros due to contraband. 🚬📉 Ukraine's budget has already lost 26.5 billion hryvnias, and the vape market has almost completely gone into the shadows.

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One click and everything is stolen: how hackers breached Microsoft Copilot's defenses and forced the corporation to issue an emergency patch

Technology 06/17/2026, 12:58

Microsoft urgently patched a critical hole in Copilot: hackers could steal corporate segment data with one click. 🔓 Varonis specialists showed how the SearchLeak attack bypasses AI protection via Bing and HTML tags. ⚠️

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Heat Dome Over Europe: 45 Degrees in Andalusia and Meteorologists' Warning

Politics 06/17/2026, 12:54

A powerful "heat dome" is engulfing Western Europe: temperatures in Andalusia and southern France will soar to 45 degrees. Meteorologists warn that the heat may last until the end of June and break historical records. ☀️🇪🇺

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Poland changes the rules of the game: from July 2026, civil law contracts will become employment contracts

Economy 06/17/2026, 12:51

⚠️ From July 8, 2026, Poland is tightening control over employment contracts. The Inspectorate will be able to forcibly reclassify civil law contracts into employment contracts. Experts warn: employers may begin to cut foreign employees to avoid fines. 🇵🇱📉

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88% of Ukrainians Want a Change in Power After the War: KMIS Poll Data

Politics 06/17/2026, 12:47

KMIS poll shows: 88% of Ukrainians want a change in power after the war. The share of supporters of change grew from 73% to 88% over three years. Zelenskyy confirmed: elections are possible only after the ceasefire. 🇺🇦🗳️

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Exchange rates on June 17: Dollar and Euro hold steady as banks adjust exchange conditions

Economy 06/17/2026, 12:44

Stability in the currency market: Dollar and Euro hold steady in familiar ranges. 💵🇪🇺 We analyze where in banks and exchange points the most profitable buying and selling rates are today. Read the details in our article! 📉📊

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Su-24M Crash in Khmelnytskyi Region: Two Pilots Killed, Investigation Launched

Incidents 06/17/2026, 12:39

A Su-24M military bomber crashed in the Khmelnytskyi region during a training flight. Two pilots — a Major and a Senior Lieutenant — were killed. The Prosecutor's Office has launched an investigation into flight rule violations, and the flight recorder is being decoded. ✈️🚨

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Threads breaks records: 500 million users and full control over algorithms

Technology 06/17/2026, 12:36

Threads has officially surpassed the 500 million user mark! 🚀 Developers have announced a powerful update: you can now personally customize your feed algorithm in private mode and choose the duration of filters. Thematic communities have also exited beta. 📱🔍

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Dnipro and Kharkiv united by a new high-speed route: how passenger life will change

Economy 06/17/2026, 12:32

🚆 Ukrzaliznytsia has launched a new direct train between Dnipro and Kharkiv! Travel time has been reduced to 4 hours — now you can travel and return on the same day. Tickets are already on sale! 🎫🇺🇦

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Humanitarian Reset: The US Allocates Over $1 Billion in Aid to 40 Countries, Including Ukraine

Politics 06/17/2026, 12:29

The US has allocated over $1 billion for humanitarian aid in 40 countries, including Ukraine. The main funds will go to the WFP and UNICEF under the new "Humanitarian Reset" model 🇺🇸🌍. Meanwhile, the "G7" is strengthening military support for Kyiv and preparing new sanctions against Russia 🛡️🚫.

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Android 17: The Era of Artificial Intelligence, Strict Memory Limits, and the Death of Old Interfaces

Technology 06/17/2026, 12:26

Google has released Android 17: the system is now fully oriented towards AI agents and Jetpack Compose. 🤖 Developers will have to deal with strict memory limits, while users will get new tools for protection against SMS interception and quantum threats. 🛡️

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Historic triumph: Norway crushes Iraq and tops the group at the 2026 World Cup

Sports 06/17/2026, 12:21

The Norwegian national team has made a historic breakthrough at the 2026 World Cup! 🇳🇴⚽ In their debut match, the "Vikings" crushed Iraq with a score of 4:1, and Erling Haaland scored a brace. 🚀 Thanks to a better goal difference, the Norwegians overtook France and topped Group I. #WC2026 #Haaland #Football

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Diesel below 80 hryvnias: how global deals and geopolitics affected prices at Ukrainian gas stations

Economy 06/17/2026, 12:17

Diesel in Ukraine has dropped below 80 hryvnias! 📉 The US-Iran deal regarding the Strait of Hormuz crashed global oil prices, which reflected on Ukrainian gas stations. We break down how much fuel now costs in WOG, OKKO, and Ukrnafta networks. ⛽🚛

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End of Temporary Protection: What Awaits Ukrainian Refugees in the EU After March 2027

Politics 06/17/2026, 12:14

The European Commission is preparing new rules for Ukrainian refugees, effective from March 2027. Restrictions may be introduced for men of conscription age, while the Czech Republic discusses abolishing the protection status. Many Ukrainians are already considering repatriation due to bureaucracy and daily life challenges. 🇪🇺🇺🇦🏠

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Messi's Historic Triumph: Hat-trick, Klose Record, and Sixth World Cup

Sports 06/17/2026, 12:11

Lionel Messi has set a new historical milestone at the 2026 World Cup! 🇦🇷🏆 In the match against Algeria, he scored a hat-trick, equaled Klose's goal tally, and became the first player to compete in 6 World Cups. Just one goal away from the absolute record! ⚽🔥

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Strike on a Holy Site: Footage of Drone Attack on the Dormition Cathedral of the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra

Incidents 06/17/2026, 12:07

🔥 A Russian drone struck the Dormition Cathedral of the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra — footage of the attack moment has been released. The church is engulfed in flames, frescoes and the iconostasis are damaged. Holy relics are being evacuated, the complex is closed. 🇺🇦 #Kyiv #Lavra #Attack

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Merz on Peace: Trump Sends a Clear Signal to Russia, While Europe Ramps Up Pressure

Politics 06/17/2026, 12:03

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Trump's words on the need to end the war are a clear signal to Russia. G7 leaders have agreed to increase pressure on Moscow and impose new sanctions to force the Kremlin to sit at the negotiating table 🇺🇸🇪🇺🇷🇺

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Massive Attack: Russia Launched 119 Strike Drones at Ukraine in One Night

Politics 06/17/2026, 12:00

On the night of June 17, Russia attacked Ukraine with 119 drones. Air defenses shot down 97 targets, but 20 drones reached their locations. The UN recorded May 2026 as the bloodiest month for civilians in 4 years. 🚨🇺🇦

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