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The legendary TV presenter Alexander Safonov has died
Oleksandr Safonov, a Distinguished Artist and People’s Artist of Ukraine and Ukrainian television presenter, has died at the age of 83. News of his death emerged on 16 May
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
Explosions and fires broke out in Zelenograd following a drone attack
On the night of 16 May, the Moscow Region of the Russian Federation came under a large-scale drone attack. Reports are coming in from various areas of fires, damage to residential buildings and casualties
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
The results of Eurovision 2026 have been announced
The final of the 70th Eurovision Song Contest has come to an end in Vienna. This year’s winner was Bulgaria’s representative, DARA, with the song “Bangaranga”
The EU could allocate over €9 billion to Ukraine as early as June
The European Union could agree the terms of a large-scale €90 billion loan programme for Ukraine in the coming days. Following this, Kyiv will be able to receive the first tranche of aid, amounting to over €9 billion
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
Following Trump’s comments, Canada is stepping up security in the Arctic
Canada, Denmark and other Northern European countries are stepping up their security cooperation in the Arctic following US President Donald Trump’s comments about the possible annexation of Greenland.
Eurovision 2026 has been met with boycotts and protests
The final of the Eurovision Song Contest will take place on Saturday in Vienna. This year’s contest has been marred by political controversy and boycotts over Israel’s participation, against the backdrop of the war in the Gaza Strip
Zelenskyy and Macron discussed air defence and support for Ukraine
The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, has reported on a telephone conversation with the President of France, Emmanuel Macron. The two leaders discussed strengthening Ukraine’s air defences, cooperation on European affairs and the coordination of international efforts
Budanov spoke about mobilisation in Ukraine
Kirill Budanov, Head of the President’s Office, has stated that Ukraine must continue its mobilisation efforts, as the recruitment of volunteers is not meeting the army’s needs
John Travolta flew to Cannes at the controls of the plane
American actor John Travolta arrived at the Cannes Film Festival with his daughter Ella Blue on a private jet, which he piloted himself