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PrivatBank on Pause: What to Expect for Customers on the Night of June 13

Economy 06/12/2026, 17:01

On the night of June 13, PrivatBank will temporarily suspend cards and ATMs to update security systems. Operations will be unavailable from 00:05 to 06:30. Customers are advised to plan payments in advance. 💳🚫

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Kyiv turns into a river: powerful downpour, hail, and flooding in the capital of Ukraine

Politics 06/12/2026, 16:49

Kyiv and the region were hit by a powerful storm: downpours turned streets into rivers, and cars are going underwater 🌧️🚗. Rescuers declared a yellow danger level due to hail and winds up to 20 m/s. Bad weather continues for the second day in many regions of Ukraine 🌪️.

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Exchange rates on June 15: the dollar retreated, the euro froze at a record high

Economy 06/12/2026, 16:46

The NBU set exchange rates for June 15: the dollar dropped by 11 kopecks, while the euro remained almost unchanged. Experts forecast "controlled tension" in the market due to military risks and inflation. 💵📉

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SoloHa Takes Zlata Ognevich's Side: 'After 30, Cucumber Masks Don't Work'

Culture 06/12/2026, 16:43

SoloHa supported Zlata Ognevich in the debate about beauty and money. The singer stated that after 30, home remedies don't work, and an ideal appearance is the result of expensive procedures. According to the artist, Tina Karol and Ekaterina Osadcha simply "lied" about free secrets to youth. 💸💉

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US and Iran on the Brink of a Deal: Ceasefire Memorandum Could Be Signed in Geneva Before the G7 Summit

Politics 06/12/2026, 16:06

Media reports suggest a potential signing of a memorandum between the US and Iran in Geneva before the G7 summit. The document could include a 60-day ceasefire and sanctions relief. Trump declared the war over, but Tehran has not yet confirmed participation in the ceremony. 🇺🇸🤝🇮🇷

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Ukraine launches a private recruitment market for foreigners: plan to double the number of legionnaires

Politics 06/12/2026, 15:59

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is launching a new recruitment market for foreigners with the involvement of private companies. 🇺🇦 The goal is to achieve a 1:1 parity between local fighters and legionnaires in the infantry. Experts warn: in winter, Russia may expand strikes on critical infrastructure. 🚂⚡

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Ukraine Army Reform: Who and When Will Be Eligible for Discharge

Politics 06/12/2026, 15:56

🇺🇦 By the end of the year, Ukraine will begin discharging military personnel who have been fighting since the start of the invasion. This is part of a large-scale army reform announced by Zelenskyy. Mass demobilization is currently not possible — priority is given to those who have been on the front lines the longest. ⚔️📅

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Ukraine changes the rules of the game: infantrymen to receive record salaries and new contracts with deferment

Politics 06/12/2026, 15:53

Ukraine introduces new rules for the army: infantrymen will receive up to 460,000 hryvnias and become the highest-paid in the world 🇺🇦💰. The Ministry of Defense announced three types of contracts with clear deferment from mobilization and the launch of a payment control system. 📉📈

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Alcohol and Lawlessness: Ombudsman Releases Disabled Persons from 'Corral' at Ternopil TCC

Politics 06/12/2026, 15:41

Disabled persons and people with mental disorders were found in the Ternopil TRSSC, where they were being illegally detained. The guard supervising the mobilized was drunk: alcohol in the blood exceeded the norm by 7 times. The Ombudsman released five citizens and recorded violations. 🚨🇺🇦

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Rebooting Ukrainian Vocational Education: New Standards, Equipment, and Programs from 2027

Politics 06/12/2026, 15:32

🇺🇦 Ukraine launches a major reboot of vocational education: new standards, equipment, and programs from 2027. Training will become more practical and adapted to the labor market. 🛠️📚 #education #vocational #Ukraine

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The New Pelé? 17-year-old Mora Rewrites World Cup 2026 History and Matches the Legend

Sports 06/12/2026, 15:29

17-year-old Gilberto Mora rewrites World Cup 2026 history! 🇲🇽 The Mexican wonderkid matches Pelé's debut age and breaks a national record that stood for 96 years. 🌍⚽

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US Fatigue and Hope for Europe: How Ukrainians View External Support in 2026

Politics 06/12/2026, 15:09

Ukrainians are increasingly doubting the US, viewing them as war-weary, but trust in Europe is growing: 64% believe in the fairness of EU support. 🇺🇸📉🇪🇺📈

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Oreshnik, which scares Ukraine: what the ghost city from which the missiles fly looks like

Politics 06/12/2026, 15:05

🚀 Oreshnik missiles, threatening Ukraine, are launched from the Kapustin Yar test range near the abandoned city of Znamensk. 🏙️ The city is in a neglected state, and its residents barely notice the launches. 🌍 The tests also damage Kazakhstan's ecology. #Oreshnik #KapustinYar #Znamensk

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Instead of peace — rockets: Zelenskyy warns of new wave of attacks and the threat of 'Oreshnik'

Politics 06/12/2026, 15:02

🚨 Zelenskyy: instead of peace — rockets. Russia does not give up attempts to strike Ukraine. In the coming days — high threat from 'Oreshnik'. Take care of yourself! 🇺🇦

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Zelenskyy Announces Army Reform: New Contracts for Infantry and Salaries Up to 300,000 Hryvnias

Politics 06/12/2026, 14:59

Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a large-scale pay reform in the Armed Forces of Ukraine: infantrymen on the front line will receive up to 300,000 hryvnias, while the minimum salary in the rear will rise to 30,000. 🇺🇦💰 New contracts with clear service terms and expanded recruitment of foreign volunteers will come into effect as early as June.

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The Hunt for Talent: How Ukrainian Factories Are Poaching Machinists with Free Housing and Meals

Economy 06/12/2026, 14:55

A real "hunt" for machinists and engineers is raging in Ukraine: factories are poaching specialists with free housing and meals due to an acute labor shortage. The Deputy Minister of Education stated that wages in industry are growing the fastest, with dozens of vacancies for every one specialist. 🔧🏭

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Logistical Collapse: How Strikes on Southern Bridges Forced Russia to Change Tactics

Politics 06/12/2026, 14:52

Strikes on southern logistics have paralyzed the offensive: assaults have been cut in half, and Russia is forced to compensate for losses with air power. The destruction of the Chonhar Bridge and the blockade of the R-208 highway have become critical choke points in the occupiers' supply chain. 🛑🚛💥

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Gaming Scandal: How 30 Billion Pokémon Go Snapshots Became the Foundation for Military Drones

Technology 06/12/2026, 14:48

Pokémon Go Scandal: 30 billion player scans became the basis for military drones operating without GPS. Players hunting for monsters didn't realize they were helping create combat AI. 📱🤖🚁

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