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The government is tightening control over drug prices: Svyrydenko tells about new rules
The Cabinet of Ministers has instructed relevant authorities to regularly check the cost of medicines, and pharmacies face fines for unreasonable markups.
82-year-old Julio Iglesias accused of sexual assault and harassment
Two women who worked for the famous Spanish singer have filed a lawsuit in Madrid, accusing him and his entourage of sexual abuse and abuse of power.
Mykhailo Fedorov appointed Minister of Defence of Ukraine
The newly appointed leader outlined the key achievements of wartime and announced large-scale reforms, an anti-corruption course and technological strengthening of the army.
How to keep warm in an apartment without electricity and heating: simple and safe ways
Even without light and heating, you can create a warm and comfortable space in your apartment using improvised tools and basic safety rules.
Russia places four Rockwool plants under external management
Danish Rockwool has lost control of all its assets in Russia. The company estimates the value of its Russian business at EUR 469 million and is preparing to write it off.
Media: at least 12,000 people killed during crackdown on protests in Iran
The massacres took place on 8 and 9 January during a complete internet blackout. Journalists talk about the biggest tragedy in the country's modern history.
Major oil traders plan to resume selling Venezuelan oil to China and India
Vitol and Trafigura, after prior approval from the US, started negotiations with major Asian refiners on possible supplies of Venezuelan crude oil.
Ministry of Finance: in 2025, the state allocated over UAH 406 billion for social payments and pensions
In 2025, social obligations were fully funded without arrears. Most of the funds were spent on pensions, support for vulnerable citizens and housing subsidies.
Scholz: Putin planned attack on Ukraine at least two years before invasion
The former German chancellor said that the Kremlin could have achieved its demands without war, but deliberately chose a military scenario. He said this on 13 January in Berlin during the presentation of a book about the failure of German policy towards Russia.
Washington's secret contacts with the Iranian opposition: Vitkoff meets with Reza Pahlavi
US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff held a non-public meeting with the son of the last Shah of Iran, Reza Pahlavi. The talks took place against the backdrop of mass anti-government protests and discussions in the White House on how to proceed with Tehran.
Russia seeks to circumvent sanctions to maintain oil supplies to India
Analysts have noted that Russia's export chain is being restructured to maintain cheap oil supplies to India, which remains the world's second largest buyer of Russian crude.
Massive UAV attack on Kryvyi Rih leaves 45,000 subscribers without electricity
Russian drones attacked civilian infrastructure in Kryvyi Rih at night. More than 45,000 customers were temporarily left without electricity and more than 700 homes without heating, but the life support systems were restored in the morning.