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The "Zhivchik" drink has found itself at the centre of a typeface scandal
Yevgeniy Sadko, founder and director of the Ukrainian font web service Rentafont, has criticised the branding of the ‘Zhivchik’ brand, stating that the design uses a font of Russian origin
What public holiday is celebrated in Ukraine on 30 May 2026?
On 30 May, Ukraine and the rest of the world mark World Asthma and Allergy Day, Women’s Emancipation Day, International Hug Your Cat Day and ‘Water the Flowers’ Day. On this day, Orthodox Christians commemorate Saint Isaac of Dalmatia
Weather forecast for Ukraine on 30 May 2026
On Friday, 30 May, unsettled weather with rain and thunderstorms is forecast for most regions of Ukraine. The heaviest rainfall is expected in the central, southern and eastern regions
A blogger from Ukraine may be banned from entering Poland
A scandal has erupted in Poland over Ukrainian blogger Andriy Havryliv, who drove his car into the Morskie Oko area within the Tatra National Park. Following the publicity, Polish officials have taken an interest in the case, and the blogger could face a ban on entering the country
The weather in Ukraine on 24 May 2026
On Saturday, 24 May, warm weather is set to continue across most of Ukraine. However, forecasters are predicting brief showers and thunderstorms in a number of regions
Kirkorov has announced a collaboration with the Eurovision winner
Russian singer Philip Kirkorov, a supporter of the Kremlin’s policies, has stated that he helped prepare the performance of Bulgaria’s representative, DARA, for Eurovision 2026
Odessa hosted its first Pride march since the war began
On 17 May, the first Pride march since the start of the full-scale invasion took place on Birzhovaya Square in Odessa. The event was held to mark the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia
The stolen skull of Saint Zdislava has been found in the Czech Republic
In the Czech Republic, the police have recovered a relic that was stolen this week from a basilica in the town of Jablonné v Podještědí. The relic in question is the skull of Saint Zdislava, which is estimated to be around 800 years old
Ukraine commemorates the victims of political repression
Every year on the third Sunday in May, Ukraine commemorates the victims of political repression — those who suffered under the Soviet totalitarian regime
Usyk has completed his preparations for the fight against Verhuven
WBC, WBA and IBF heavyweight world champion Oleksandr Usyk has announced the conclusion of his training camp ahead of his bout against Dutch kickboxer Rico Verhoeven
What holiday is on 17 May 2026: traditions and superstitions
On 17 May, according to the new church calendar, the Orthodox Church of Ukraine commemorates the Apostle Andronicus and Saint Junia. They are regarded as examples of devoted service to the Christian faith and the preaching of the Gospel
Weather forecast for Ukraine on 17 May 2026
On Saturday, 17 May, unsettled weather with rain and thunderstorms is forecast for most regions of Ukraine. The heaviest rainfall is expected in the central, eastern and southern regions
