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New Diplomas in Ukraine: What Will Change from 2026 and Why It Matters for International Students

Culture 05/26/2026, 23:33

🎓 Ukraine has approved new formats for higher education diplomas. Starting September 1, 2026, universities will switch to the European standard, which will particularly affect international students. Find out what changes await the student tracking system and how this will impact educational transparency! 🇺🇦📚

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Shield in the Sky: Why Patriot is Irreplaceable for Ukraine and Who Can Replace It

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

American Patriot complexes have become a key element of Ukraine's air defense. We find out why this system is considered one of the best in the world, how it intercepts ballistic missiles and whether there are worthy alternatives to it. 🚀🛡️

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Meteorological Summer in Ukraine: How the Weather Beat the Calendar and Boosted the Harvest

Science 05/26/2026, 23:33

The weather in Ukraine decided not to wait for the calendar: meteorological summer arrived 2 weeks early! 🌤️ Meteorologists recorded temperatures rising above +15°C as early as the beginning of May. Although the second decade brought thunderstorms and hail, abundant rainfall became a savior for the harvest, filling the soil with moisture at the most critical moment. 🌾💧

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Destroyed Nova Poshta branch building in Kramatorsk after a KAB strike

Nova Poshta in Kramatorsk under attack: KAB, fire, and rescued staff

Incidents 05/26/2026, 23:33

🚨 In Kramatorsk, Russian aviation struck a Nova Poshta branch with a KAB. The building is on fire, about 20% of parcels are under the rubble, but people have been rescued. The company promises to compensate customers for losses. 📦🔥

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SBU officer in camouflage and mask with a weapon in the background of cars in a frontline zone

SBU in Donbas: How a Russian Agent Directed Fire on Her Own and Hid a Saboteur

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

The SBU exposed a spy pair in Donbas: a woman directed fire on Ukrainian positions while hiding a Russian fighter at home. The saboteur resisted and was neutralized; the female agent faces life imprisonment. 🇺🇦🚨

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Consultation at the Pension Fund: a specialist explains the seniority requirements for retirement in 2026 to a client

Pension Threshold 2026: Why 60 Years No Longer Guarantees a Payout and How to Preserve Income

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

In 2026, retirement rules in Ukraine are tightening: to receive payments at 60, you now need 33 years of seniority. We analyze how age and the number of years worked affect the pension appointment date, and who can apply for it early. 📉👴

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Abstract visualization of the Lapathoniia neural network: blue and yellow data streams on a dark background

Ukraine's Answer to ChatGPT: How the First Fully Local Neural Network Assistant Works

Technology 05/26/2026, 23:33

Ukraine has launched its own ChatGPT alternative — the Lapathoniia assistant. 🇺🇦🤖 All infrastructure is located within the country, guaranteeing data security. The project is already available for closed testing using the MamayLM and Lapa LLM models.

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Missile launch from a Ukrainian ship at sea to intercept aerial targets

Ukrainian 'Alchemist' vs 'Kinzhal': How the Affordable Lima System Shoots Down Missiles by Sending Them to Peru

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

Ukraine has found an answer to Russian missile attacks: the Lima EW complex is 10 times cheaper than air defense missiles and shoots down weapons by sending them to 'Peru' 🇺🇦🚀. Developers have already reported intercepting thousands of drones and missiles using coordinate spoofing instead of expensive interceptions. 🛡️📡

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Combat compartment with Geran-4 type missiles and drones on a launcher

«Geran-4»: How Russia Responded to Ukrainian Air Defense with a New Jet Killer

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

GUR revealed details of the new «Geran-4»: it has a new airframe and Chinese jet engines. Russia has switched to faster drones in response to the effectiveness of Ukrainian air defense. 🚀🛡️

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Kristina Soloviy in a white off-shoulder dress, sitting in a car, with a gentle gaze and a smile

The Secret of Kristina Soloviy's Love: Why the Star Hides Her Soldier's Face from Fans

Culture 05/26/2026, 23:33

Kristina Soloviy spoke for the first time about her lover, who is a soldier. The singer explained why she hides his face from the public and shared the secrets of her female happiness. ❤️🇺🇦

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Elderly woman in a kitchen in an old house, symbolizing the difficulties of winter preparation in Kyiv

Winter in Kyiv: The Battle for Heat, Billions, and the Risk of Changing the Head of KMVA

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

🔥 Winter in Kyiv: The Battle for Heat, Billions, and the Risk of Changing the Head of KMVA. The City Hall and the Center are arguing over strategy, while residents wait for heat. What happens next? 🏙️❄️

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Gasoline Prices Surge, Gas Drops: New Fuel Prices at Ukrainian Gas Stations on May 25

Economy 05/26/2026, 23:33

⛽ Gasoline prices up, gas prices down! New fuel prices at Ukrainian gas stations on May 25: "Ukrnafta" has updated its price list. Find out how much fuel now costs and what drivers should do 🚗💨

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Svetlana Tikhanovskaya in front of the EU flag during her official visit to Kyiv

Svetlana Tikhanovskaya in Kyiv: First Visit of the Belarusian Opposition Leader and Its Political Context

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

🇺🇦🇧🇾 Svetlana Tikhanovskaya has visited Kyiv for the first time—a historic moment for Ukrainian-Belarusian solidarity. The visit coincided with condemnation of Russian attacks and a call to include Belarus in peace negotiations. 🕊️

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Dollar and Euro Rate on May 25: Banknotes and Currency Change Chart

Dollar and Euro on May 25: Banks and Exchange Offices Disagree on Rates

Economy 05/26/2026, 23:33

📉 Dollar and Euro on May 25: Banks Lowered Rates, Exchange Offices Hold Positions. We Figure Out Where It's More Profitable to Buy Currency Today. 💸

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Head of KMVA Tymur Tkachenko during a discussion on city management issues in the presence of other meeting participants

Tkachenko vs. Klichko: When Bankova Will Decide to Replace the Head of KMVA and Who Could Take His Place

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

Tymur Tkachenko may leave the post of head of KMVA, but Bankova has postponed the decision until autumn to avoid taking responsibility for Kyiv's winter preparation. 🍂 The list of successors includes Serhiy Movenko and Kyrylo Fesik. 🔥

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262 Drones in One Night: How Ukraine's Air Defense Repelled a Massive Attack from Seven Directions

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

Massive Attack: Russia launched 262 drones from seven directions, but Ukraine's Air Defense shot down 246 targets 🛡️🇺🇦. The enemy managed only 10 hits, yet the shortage of missiles for air defense systems remains a critical issue. 📉🚀

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Mercedes Formula 1 car on the track in Montreal during the Canadian Grand Prix

Antonelli Rewrites F1 History: Sensation in Canada and Norris's Hopes Crumble

Sports 05/26/2026, 23:33

Antonelli Rewrites F1 History: 19-year-old Italian wins 4 races in a row! 🏆 'Mercedes' dominated in Canada, while Norris broke down. 🇨🇦🏎️

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Four-armed HELIOS robot by Orbit Robotics, suspended in a test rig for practicing skills in weightlessness

Four-Armed HELIOS: How Orbit Robotics is Changing the Game in Space

Technology 05/26/2026, 23:33

Canadian startup Orbit Robotics has unveiled the HELIOS robot, featuring four arms instead of legs. 🤖🚀 It is designed to work in weightlessness to free astronauts from routine tasks and save millions of dollars. Discover how flexible mechanics and AI are transforming the space industry! 🌌

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