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Golden Dome for America: Pentagon Conducts First Missile Defense System Tests with AI and Lasers

Technology 06/26/2026, 20:51

The Pentagon successfully conducted the first tests of the "Golden Dome" missile defense system using AI and lasers. The project budget for 2025–2026 exceeded $37 billion, and allies, including Japan, are joining the development. 🇺🇸🚀🛡️

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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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Criminal case against Popcorn Books: how a 'sting operation' led to extremism charges

Politics 06/26/2026, 20:44

📚 Major criminal case against Popcorn Books: employees accused of extremism after a 'sting operation' involving the purchase of a book by minors. The investigation qualified the sale of publications from the 'yellow list' as the activity of a banned organization. Suspects have been declared wanted, and their property has been seized. 🔍🚫

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A revolution in comfort: why Western Europe is abandoning air conditioners in favor of 'smart' walls

Technology 06/26/2026, 20:41

Western Europe is changing its approach to climate control: instead of noisy air conditioners, new buildings are featuring 'smart' walls and ceilings. We analyze the radiant cooling technology, which saves up to 30% of energy and creates an ideal microclimate without drafts. 🏠❄️

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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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Pension reform in Romania: how and when the retirement age will change

Politics 06/26/2026, 20:32

🇷🇴 In Romania, a gradual increase in the retirement age for women is beginning: from July 2026, the threshold will rise, and by 2035 it will become unified for everyone — 65 years. Find out how the retirement schedule will change and what benefits will be preserved for large families. 👵👴📉

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Zelenskyy: Ukraine offered peace to both partners and 'Putin's friends' — but Moscow must take the step

Politics 06/26/2026, 20:29

🇺🇦 Zelenskyy: Ukraine offered peace — to both partners and 'Putin's friends'. But Moscow must take the step. 🤝🔥 Meanwhile, in the Kremlin — contradictory signals: from 'no prerequisites' to 'ready based on Istanbul'. What will happen next?

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A Turning Point in School Education: How Military Training Will Become Half of the OBZR Course

Politics 06/26/2026, 20:25

From 2026, military training in Russian schools will take up 50% of the OBZR lesson time. The program includes drone control, shooting, and tactical medicine. The Ministry of Education is preparing schoolchildren for service through field training camps at "Avangard" centers. 🇷🇺🎖️🚁

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US Sanctions Review: Who and Why Made It to the OFAC Delisting List

Politics 06/26/2026, 20:22

OFAC has made changes to the SDN sanctions list: seven Russian citizens, including Ivan Potanin and former top bank managers, as well as two ships and Turkish companies, have been removed from restrictions. 🇺🇸🚫📉

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Stubb on Russia's 'Total Failure': Three Strategic Defeats for the Kremlin and Ukraine's NATO Future

Politics 06/26/2026, 20:19

Finnish President Alexander Stubb declared Russia's total strategic failure in the war. In his view, the aggression led to NATO expansion and Ukraine's inevitable accession to the EU. 🇫🇮🇺🇦🇪🇺

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331 million consumers and new synthetic poisons: how the 2026 UNODC report is changing the world

Opinions 06/26/2026, 20:16

🌍 The global drug market is changing its face: 331 million consumers and a boom in synthetic poisons. The UNODC published its 2026 report, which recorded a sharp replacement of opiates with fentanyls and the digitalization of trade. Access to treatment is available to only 8.2% of those in need. 📉💉 #UNODC #DrugStatistics #Health

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Chinese market collapses: Russian timber exports to China drop by 30%

Economy 06/26/2026, 20:12

The Chinese market has sharply reduced purchases of Russian timber: exports fell by 30% at the beginning of 2026 📉. The main reasons are the real estate crisis in China and the complication of banking settlements. Forestry companies are looking for new sales markets in India and the Middle East 🌏🌲

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Natalka Denisenko and Yuriy Savransky: Engagement at the Temple of Apollo and the Love Story After Divorce

Culture 06/26/2026, 20:09

Ukrainian actress Natalka Denisenko and Yuriy Savransky have announced their engagement! 💍 The couple chose the Temple of Apollo for their declaration of love, where Mark Antony and Cleopatra once met. The story of their relationship, full of rumors and secrets, has finally received a happy continuation. ❤️

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Beijing's New 'Gray Zone': China Expands Patrols East of Taiwan

Politics 06/26/2026, 20:06

China has expanded patrols east of Taiwan, shifting to "gray zone" tactics using civilian vessels. This poses a threat to the island's energy communications and has raised concerns among the US and EU countries. Taiwan has transferred anti-ship missile systems to the eastern direction. 🌊🚢⚠️

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Brussels Deadlock: Why France and Italy Are Blocking a Visa Ban for Russian Military Personnel

Politics 06/26/2026, 20:02

France and Italy have blocked part of the EU's 21st sanctions package due to a visa ban for Russian military personnel 🚫🇪🇺. Paris and Rome pointed out the technical impossibility of verifying combatant status at borders and proposed changing the legal mechanism. Additionally, the countries are disputing oil prices and restrictions on LNG tankers 🛢️⚖️.

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Secrets of the ex-minister's bail: how companies with zero profit paid 105 million hryvnias

Politics 06/26/2026, 19:59

Ukraine's ex-Energy Minister posted bail of 105 million hryvnias, but who paid? 🤔 Journalists found that the money was deposited by companies with zero profit and a dubious history. The "Scheme" investigation and registry data show that the legality of these funds is in question. 🚨💸

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Change of power in London will not change the course: UK reaffirms support for Ukraine and allocates new funds

Politics 06/26/2026, 19:56

The change of power in Britain will not change the course of support for Ukraine: David Lammy confirmed the consistency of London's policy. 🇬🇧🇺🇦 The United Kingdom has allocated an additional £290 million for the restoration and energy security of Ukraine. 💰 In addition, the country promises to strengthen sanctions against the RF and the fight against war financing. ⚖️

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«Vladimir, we will defend ourselves»: NATO launches a «defense-industrial revolution» and prepares a strike fist for the summit in Ankara

Politics 06/26/2026, 19:52

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte made a harsh warning to Putin: «Vladimir, we will defend ourselves». For the summit in Ankara, the Alliance is preparing a «defense-industrial revolution» and contracts for tens of billions to move from words to real weapons production. 🇳🇦🇷🇺🔫

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