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"We pay for this": Germany demands US lift Starlink restrictions in Ukraine

Politics 10/16/2026, 11:45

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul demanded that the US lift Starlink restrictions in Ukraine, emphasizing that Berlin finances part of the equipment. According to media reports, the order regarding the drone speed limit came from the White House.

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"Women are judged, but men aren't": Hilary Swank shows her baby bump for the first time and hits back at critics of late motherhood

Culture 10/16/2026, 11:39

Hilary Swank showed off her growing baby bump for the first time since announcing her third pregnancy and, on Drew Barrymore's show, answered critics who judge women giving birth after 40 and 50.

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Snow and Frost in the Carpathian High Mountains: SES Rescuers Assist a Group of Tourists in Difficult Weather Conditions

Incidents 10/16/2026, 11:36

On October 16, snow fell in the high Carpathians, and temperatures dropped below freezing. SES mountain rescuers assisted four tourists stuck between Breskul and Pozhyzhevska. Read more about the weather and forecast on XAB.info.

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Massive Drone Attack: Emergency Power Outages Implemented in Nine Regions of Ukraine

Incidents 10/16/2026, 11:21

On the night of October 16, Russia launched a massive drone attack on Ukraine's energy facilities. Emergency power outages were introduced across nine regions, including Kyiv and Odesa.

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Svitolina exits WTA 1000 in Wuhan: defeat to 170th-ranked player amid arm injury

Sports 10/16/2026, 11:20

Elina Svitolina lost to Briton Sonay Kartal (ranked 170th) in the quarterfinals of the WTA 1000 in Wuhan with a score of 2:6, 6:2, 4:6, ending her participation in the tournament. The match took place against the backdrop of a medical timeout taken by the Ukrainian due to right arm problems.

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How Much Does a One-Bedroom Apartment Cost in Ukraine and Europe: Price Comparison Across Four Countries

Economy 10/16/2026, 11:11

An OLX Real Estate study compared median prices for one-bedroom apartments in Ukraine, Poland, Romania, and Portugal. Housing in Ukraine is several times cheaper than in Europe, but within the country, price dispersion between cities is significant.

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Russian Drone Strikes Shopping Center in Central Sumy: Casualties Reported

Incidents 10/16/2026, 10:59

A Russian drone struck a shopping center in central Sumy, with two people preliminarily reported injured. Overnight, drones attacked western regions, leaving Lutsk and Kovel without power.

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Prince Harry opens up about guilt and emotional struggles following Princess Diana's death

Politics 10/16/2026, 10:56

Prince Harry revealed on MasterClass how he spent years feeling guilty for experiencing joy after Princess Diana's death in 1997, until he realized his mother wanted him to be happy.

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Exchange Rates October 16: Dollar in Kiosks Drops to 45.13 UAH, Best Places to Buy and Sell Dollars and Euros

Economy 10/16/2026, 10:53

On October 16, the dollar in exchange kiosks dropped to 45.13 UAH for sale, while the euro buying rate rose slightly. We analyze where it is most profitable to buy and sell dollars and euros in banks today.

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Frank Warren Urges Usyk to Return to Boxing: Queensberry Ready to Organize Major Fights in the US

Sports 10/16/2026, 10:42

British promoter Frank Warren has urged Oleksandr Usyk to return to boxing, stating that Queensberry is ready to organize major fights for the Ukrainian in the US, including Madison Square Garden.

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Apple I “Hatfield” Signed by Steve Wozniak Sells at Auction for $1.15 Million

Technology 10/16/2026, 10:40

The legendary Apple I named Hatfield sold at auction for $1,148,200. The unit, featuring Steve Wozniak's signature and a letter from Steve Jobs, is one of only 74 confirmed surviving computers.

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Night Drone Attack with 149 UAVs: Ukrainian Air Defense Shoots Down 71% of Jet Shaheds, Casualties and Destruction Reported in Western Ukraine

Politics 10/16/2026, 10:38

On the night of October 16, Russia attacked Ukraine with 149 drones, including 108 jet-powered ones. Air defense shot down 114 UAVs. Destruction and casualties were reported in the west of the country.

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Kyiv's Heating Season Starts Amid Shelling: Some Districts Will Remain Without Heat

Economy 10/16/2026, 10:36

On October 16, Kyiv launched its heating season amid constant shelling. Heat will first go to social institutions, while parts of the Dniprovskyi and Darnytskyi districts will remain without heating due to energy facility damage.

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Trump claimed Crimea is washed by the ocean from all four sides

Politics 10/16/2026, 10:33

US President Donald Trump stated in an interview with Newsmax that Crimea is washed by the ocean from all four sides. Previously, he mistakenly claimed the peninsula is in the middle of the ocean and comparable in size to Texas.

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Former Victoria's Secret Angel Romee Strijd Fails to Pass Casting for 2026 Show

Culture 10/16/2026, 10:22

Former Victoria's Secret Angel Romee Strijd failed to pass the casting for the 2026 show, revealing she was turned down after waiting five weeks. The show will take place on October 18 in Los Angeles.

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Tkachuk Scores Second Straight Hat Trick, Stone Nets Natural One: NHL Game Day Highlights

Sports 10/16/2026, 10:19

Brady Tkachuk scored his second consecutive hat trick as Florida edged Vancouver in overtime. Mark Stone netted a natural hat trick, Buffalo engineered a comeback against Toronto, and Vegas cruised past Calgary 6:2.

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The "Eyes" of Reconnaissance: How Ukrainian Reconnaissance Drones Have Evolved Over Five Years

Technology 10/16/2026, 10:10

Over four to five years, Ukrainian reconnaissance drones have evolved from commercial copters to systems featuring encrypted communications, a range of up to 70 km, and flight times up to four hours. Manufacturers explain how AI and modularity are transforming reconnaissance.

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Antonina Khyzhniak sets the «main condition» for suitors ahead of the «Bachelorette» premiere: no borscht and herring — don't even apply

Culture 10/16/2026, 09:57

Antonina Khyzhniak jokingly warned future «Bachelorette» suitors in Instagram Stories: whoever doesn't like borscht and herring shouldn't bother filling out an application. The actress also promised to reveal the «main news» the next day.

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