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Parking charges have generated over 73 million hryvnias for local budgets
Between January and April 2026, local authorities collected 73.5 million hryvnias in parking fees.
The government has amended the rules on the protection of heritage sites and the e-Restoration programme
The Cabinet of Ministers has adopted a decision regarding protected areas for cultural heritage sites and the implementation mechanism for the ‘e-Restoration’ programme for sites damaged or destroyed as a result of the war.
Battery stations could be granted critical infrastructure status
The government has amended the regulations for the energy sector: battery storage facilities will be able to be designated as critical infrastructure, and distributed generation producers will be able to sell electricity directly to consumers.
Switzerland may change the protection rules for Ukrainians in 2027
In March 2027, the temporary protection status for Ukrainian refugees in Switzerland will expire, after which they may automatically be granted residence permits.
Radio Caroline mistakenly announced the death of King Charles
The British radio station Radio Caroline has apologised following a false report of King Charles’s death.
Five categories of Ukrainians will receive payments ahead of Independence Day 2026
The Pension Fund has clarified who will receive a one-off cash payment ahead of Ukraine’s Independence Day in 2026.
Some customers in eight regions have been left without power due to shelling and bad weather
Due to hostilities, shelling of energy infrastructure and bad weather, some customers in eight regions have been temporarily left without electricity.
OpenAI will support AI research in Ukrainian schools
В Україні запускають перше національне дослідження про вплив штучного інтелекту на шкільну освіту під час війни.
Ukraine has nominated the vyshyvanka for inclusion on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List
Ukraine has submitted the vyshyvanka to UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Lawyers have explained what to do if you have been registered at someone else’s TCC
Those liable for military service may find, via ‘Reserve+’, that they are registered with the wrong Territorial Recruitment Centre. Lawyers have explained what to do in such a situation.
Thunderstorms, hail and squalls are set to hit Ukraine on 21 May 2026
On 21 May, thunderstorms, localised downpours, hail and gusty winds are expected across Ukraine. The driest conditions will be in the north-eastern regions.
On 21 May 2026, Ukraine celebrates Vyshyvanka Day and Ascension Day
21 May 2026 marks several important dates in Ukraine. The third Thursday in May is Vyshyvanka Day, whilst Orthodox Christians celebrate the Ascension of the Lord. On this day, Queen Helena of Constantinople is also honoured, and people recall folk omens, family traditions and taboos associated with this major church holiday.
