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The magnetic storm on 26 March: what to expect and how to protect yourself
On Thursday, 26 March, moderate solar activity is forecast, with a K-index of 3.7 (green level), indicating weak magnetic storms. However, it is worth bearing in mind that forecasts are subject to change, as scientists update the data every three hours. We recommend keeping an eye on the latest information provided below.
26 March: Feast of the Archangel Gabriel — the feast of the herald of light and hope
Today, 26 March, the Orthodox calendar marks the feast of the Archangel Gabriel. This is an important date in the Christian tradition, dedicated to one of the greatest heavenly messengers. Archangel Gabriel, whose name translates as ‘God is my strength’, appears in the Holy Scriptures as a herald of significant events in the history of humanity’s salvation.
The UPG network was the first among petrol stations to reduce retail fuel prices
The company has initiated a price review in light of the significant rise in the cost of petroleum products since the start of 2026.
UNESCO issued a statement on the attack on Lviv without mentioning Russia
UNESCO has issued a statement regarding the missile strike on the historic centre of Lviv, a World Heritage site; however, the document did not specify that the strike was carried out by Russia.
Volkswagen will switch its German plant to producing air defence systems for Israel
The German automotive giant is in talks with the Israeli defence firm Rafael Advanced Defence Systems regarding the conversion of one of its plants to manufacture components for the Iron Dome air defence system.
A corruption scheme involving evasion of conscription through fictitious employment has been uncovered in the Odesa region
Law enforcement officers in the Odesa region have shut down the operations of an official who organised a corruption scheme enabling individuals to evade conscription through fictitious employment at a critical infrastructure facility.
Cryptocurrencies in political financing were discussed in Ukraine: the experience of Moldova and Romania
There is currently lively debate in Ukraine regarding the use of cryptocurrencies in political financing, following experiences in Moldova and Romania where corruption schemes involving the bribery of voters using virtual assets have been uncovered. Experts have, in particular, examined the challenges arising from the use of cryptocurrencies for the anonymous financing of political parties.
Decentralisation of the power grid: how wind energy benefits Ukraine during the war
Wind farms are gradually moving away from the ‘green tariff’ scheme and transitioning to the competitive electricity market.
Ukraine has waived payments for damaged homes: who is eligible for relief
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has passed a law exempting owners of homes damaged by shelling from paying for the management of apartment buildings. This decision comes into force during martial law and remains in effect for a further year after its conclusion.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has resigned following the ‘worst election result’ in over 120 years
On Wednesday, 25 March, the politician met with the country’s King Frederik X and handed him the government’s resignation.
Sergeants in Kharkiv have been caught forging documents and receiving 100,000 hryvnias from the state
In the Kharkiv region, law enforcement officers have uncovered a case involving two sergeants who illegally resigned from the service and received 100,000 hryvnias each from the state by forging documents claiming that their wives required constant care.
Budanov has replaced Yermak as chair of the Council for the Support of Entrepreneurship
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has passed a decree appointing Kirill Budanov as the new head of the Council for Entrepreneurship Support, succeeding his predecessor, Andriy Yermak. This decision forms part of a shake-up of personnel policy within the Office of the President.