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The US is in talks to open three more military bases in Greenland
The United States is in talks with Denmark regarding the expansion of its military presence in Greenland. According to sources, Washington is seeking to open three new bases in the south of the island.
A children's coach is to stand trial in Kyiv for sexually abusing his female pupils
A 37-year-old Brazilian jiu-jitsu coach is to stand trial in Kyiv, accused of sexually abusing his underage female pupils. The man denies the charges.
Apple has released iOS 26.5: why this update is important for all iPhone and Mac users
Apple has officially released version 26.5 for all its operating systems: iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS and visionOS. The update includes critical security patches and several other important features. In particular, the tech giant is bringing the era of Intel-based computers to a close and is making messaging between iPhones and Android devices secure.
The US is in talks with Denmark over new military facilities in Greenland — BBC
The administration of US President Donald Trump is in talks with Denmark regarding the deployment of new military facilities in Greenland. These are intended to be used to monitor the activities of Russia and China.
Zelenskyy met with Palantir’s CEO: Ukraine is expanding the use of AI in the war
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Alex Karp, CEO of Palantir Technologies, in Kyiv. Ukraine is expanding its use of artificial intelligence, combat data and technological solutions to counter Russian drones and plan operations.
Von der Leyen’s plan for the EU is stalling due to criticism of her management style
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has tightened her personal control over the work of the EU’s executive body, but is increasingly facing discontent in Brussels and the capitals of member states. According to Bloomberg, some officials and diplomats believe that excessive centralisation of decision-making is hampering the EU’s key economic priorities.
Smilyansky stated that “Ukrposhta” has launched card payments across Ukraine
Ukrposhta has launched a cashless payment service using bank cards in all areas of Ukraine with mobile coverage. The company also plans to introduce cash withdrawals and bank card top-ups by the end of June 2026, and subsequently apply for a banking licence for ‘Ukrposhta.Bank’.
Ukraine and the US are preparing an agreement on the joint production of drones
Ukraine and the United States have drawn up a draft memorandum on a potential new defence agreement. The document provides for cooperation in the field of military technology and the production of drones.
The SSU has uncovered two schemes to evade conscription in Kyiv
The Security Service of Ukraine has reported that two schemes to evade conscription have been uncovered in Kyiv. According to the investigation, over a thousand men liable for military service took advantage of one of these schemes.
Belarusian athletes are being reinstated in the pentathlon following a recommendation from the IOC
The International Modern Pentathlon Federation is lifting restrictions on Belarusian athletes following a recommendation by the International Olympic Committee to restore Belarus’s full status in international sport. As early as June, Belarusian athletes will be able to compete in individual and team events as representatives of their country.
The subsidy in May 2026: why Ukrainians received a smaller payment
In May, Ukrainians may have received a smaller housing subsidy because the payment was for April, and for that month the heating season is only taken into account up to 15 April. The Pension Fund explained that this effectively amounts to 15 days’ worth of payments.
Preferential mortgages for internally displaced persons in 2026: over 500 families could receive loans
The 26th selection round for the preferential mortgage scheme for internally displaced persons will take place. It is scheduled for 14 May 2026 at 3.00 pm, and successful applicants will be able to secure a loan at an annual interest rate of 3% for a term of up to 30 years.