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Shadow over the economy: how the war expanded the 'grey' sector in Ukraine to 45% of GDP

Economy 06/09/2026, 13:24

Ukraine's shadow economy has reached 45% of GDP against the backdrop of the war. 'Grey' schemes are squeezing out honest business, and the budget is losing billions. EBA calls for digitization of control, but without pressure on legal entities. 📉🇺🇦

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A new level of pressure: The EU has begun physically inspecting vessels of Russia's shadow fleet

Politics 06/09/2026, 13:20

The EU has moved from monitoring to actual inspections of vessels of Russia's shadow fleet in the Mediterranean Sea. 🚢🚫 Operation IRINI has been granted the right to detain vessels suspected of violating sanctions. The first precedent occurred with the tanker MV Oneiroi, which was inspected for transporting Russian oil. 🇪🇺🇺🇦

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Apple Vision Pro and visionOS 27: How AI turns ordinary panoramas into living 3D worlds

Technology 06/09/2026, 13:13

At WWDC 2026, Apple introduced visionOS 27 with a revolutionary feature: ordinary iPhone panoramas are transformed into living 3D worlds using AI. The Spatial Reframing technology "completes" invisible parts of space, but raises questions about the nature of digital memories 🌐🤖 #AppleVisionPro #WWDC2026

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The Transparency Paradox: Why Honest Business in Ukraine Becomes an Easy Target for Inspections

Economy 06/09/2026, 13:17

Honest business in Ukraine is trapped: transparency makes it an easy target for inspections, while shadow schemes thrive. EBA experts call for reforming the courts and law enforcement system to restore justice. 🏛️💼📉

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Diesel and gasoline in Ukraine: where to refuel cheapest as of June 9

Economy 06/09/2026, 13:09

Fuel prices in Ukraine on June 9 remained unchanged, but the difference between networks allows saving up to 200 hryvnias! 🚗💸 "Ukrnafta" offers the cheapest diesel and gasoline, outperforming WOG and OKKO. We analyze where it is most profitable to refuel.

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Split in the Kremlin: Zelenskyy Claims Disagreements in Putin's Circle Over the War

Politics 06/09/2026, 13:06

Zelenskyy claims a split in Putin's circle: part of the elite wants to end the war due to the economic crisis. 📉 The Ukrainian President outlined conditions for peace and emphasized Kyiv's unchanged stance on territory. Meanwhile, security in the Kremlin has been tightened following the killing of Khamenei. 🛡️🇺🇦

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Strike on the Chongar Bridge: Occupiers' Logistics Paralyzed, Shortages Begin in Crimea

Incidents 06/09/2026, 13:03

At night, drones struck the Chongar Bridge, blocking the shortest route to Crimea. Occupiers are forced to find detours, while food shortages begin in peninsula stores. 🚧🥖📉

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Massive Strike: Russia Launched Over 150 Drones and Missiles at Ukraine — Casualties in Chuhuiv and Large-Scale Air Defense Response

Politics 06/09/2026, 12:59

🚨 At night, Russia launched over 150 drones and missiles at Ukraine — casualties in Chuhuiv, destruction across the country. Air defense shot down 146 targets, but 17 drones and 2 missiles reached their targets. 🛡️ Ukrainian interceptor drones can now autonomously destroy Shaheds — 95% process automation!

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Selfies with the 'peace sign' as a threat: how AI helps scammers steal fingerprints

Technology 06/09/2026, 12:52

📸 Selfies with the 'peace sign' could lead to your fingerprints being stolen! Hackers already know how to extract biometrics from social media using AI. Find out how to protect yourself — and why biometrics cannot be 'changed' like a password 🔐 #cybersecurity #fraud #AI

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China vs. the World: Beijing Prepares the World's First Fusion Ignition Experiment

Science 06/09/2026, 12:56

Beijing is preparing the world's first fusion ignition experiment on the EAST reactor. 🇨🇳 China has invested billions of dollars in the project, aiming to create an "artificial sun" and outpace the US and Europe in the race for clean energy. ☀️⚡

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The Paradox of Ukraine's Car Fleet: Why Gas is Cheap, Yet Not Everyone Switches

Economy 06/09/2026, 12:48

Only a third of Ukraine's transport runs on gas, although it is the cheapest fuel. We analyze why drivers are not rushing to install GBO: from bureaucracy and new engines to myths about explosions. 🚗💨

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Reform of Ukrainian universities: from 116 universities to strong communities without administrative pressure

Culture 06/09/2026, 12:41

There are 116 universities in Ukraine, but their number does not match the demographics. Deputy Minister Trofimenko stated that the reduction of the network should happen evolutionarily, without top-down pressure, through the voluntary merger of communities. 🎓🇺🇦

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Mathematical Triumph of the Netherlands: Clement's Algorithm Predicts the 2026 World Cup Final

Sports 06/09/2026, 12:44

German analyst Joachim Clement, whose algorithm accurately predicted the winners of the last three World Cups, has named the favorite for 2026. 🇳🇱 Mathematics points to a triumph for the Netherlands, but prepares a surprise for Argentina and Portugal. 🤯

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JD Vance: The US and Israel Do Not Always Share the Same Goals Regarding Iran

Politics 06/09/2026, 12:37

US Vice President JD Vance openly declared a divergence of interests between Washington and Jerusalem regarding Iran 🇺🇸🇮🇱. The US top priority is the nuclear deal, even if Israel disagrees. Amidst missile strikes and retaliatory attacks, Trump called for restraint, but Tel Aviv ignored the request. ⚖️🚀

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Tents in the metro or shelter cars: Kyiv proposes a radical solution to protect citizens

Politics 06/09/2026, 12:34

Kyiv has proposed using metro cars as bomb shelters to rid stations of tents and increase people's safety. The petition author believes this will protect trains from attacks and assist in evacuation. So far, less than 10% of the required signatures have been collected. 🚇🇺🇦

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Washington Adds Alibaba, Baidu, and BYD to Blacklist: New Rules of the Game for Chinese Giants

Economy 06/09/2026, 12:30

The US has added Alibaba, Baidu, and BYD to the blacklist, accusing them of ties with the Chinese military 🇺🇸🇨🇳. Beijing calls this discrimination, while experts doubt the effectiveness of the measures due to deep ties with American business. The global trade war is intensifying! 📉🚀

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Rain in Ukraine on June 9: Meteorologists warn of a new wave of precipitation and humidity

Science 06/09/2026, 12:27

Rain in Ukraine on June 9: Meteorologists warn of a new wave of precipitation and humidity 🌧️🌡️. Precipitation will cover most of the country, except the west. In Kyiv, daytime +23°C, nighttime +16°C. In the coming days — warm and humid, by the end of the week — cooling.

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Pension top-up: which Ukrainians will receive a one-time state assistance payment

Economy 06/09/2026, 12:24

The Pension Fund of Ukraine has announced new rules: some citizens will receive a one-time payment upon retirement. Also, from 2026, the procedure for calculating seniority will change. 🇺🇦💰

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