Society
A bill on fortune-telling has been tabled in the Verkhovna Rada
Bill No. 15251 has been tabled in the Verkhovna Rada, which provides for administrative liability for the provision of paid services relating to fortune-telling, magic, esotericism and the occult. The bill also covers the advertising and promotion of such activities
A fatal shark attack has occurred in Australia
Off the coast of Western Australia, a shark attacked a man who was in the water near Rottnest Island. He died from his injuries
What is being celebrated on 16 May 2026 in Ukraine and around the world
On Saturday, 16 May, Ukraine celebrates a day dedicated to scientists, those who enjoy an active lifestyle, and people in creative professions. In the folk calendar, the date is associated with omens regarding the harvest and the weather, whilst in the church tradition, it is a day to honour Saint Theodore the Sanctified
An investigation has been launched in Italy into the deaths of divers in the Maldives
Italian prosecutors have launched their own investigation following the deaths of five Italian nationals whilst diving in the Maldives. The search operation has been temporarily suspended due to strong winds, heavy rain and dangerous currents
Polish companies have joined forces to help rebuild Ukraine
Three major Polish construction companies have agreed to collaborate on future projects to rebuild Ukraine. The companies in question are Budimex SA, Polimex Mostostal SA and AMW SINEVIA, which signed the relevant agreement at the Polish Ministry of State Assets
The weather in Ukraine on 16 May 2026
On Saturday, 16 May, some regions will experience rain and thunderstorms. Meanwhile, warmer weather will persist in the south and east, with no significant rainfall
The Cabinet of Ministers has lifted restrictions on female officials travelling abroad
The Cabinet of Ministers has lifted additional restrictions on border crossings for women working in state bodies, local government, state-owned enterprises and other specified organisations. According to Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, the decision applies to women regardless of their positions, with the exception of certain categories of the highest-ranking state officials.
Ukraine is a natural hotspot for the circulation of hantaviruses — Lyashko
Health Minister Viktor Lyashko has stated that Ukraine is a natural hotspot for the circulation of hantaviruses.
Doctors' salaries have risen: who is earning over 40,000 hryvnias?
Emergency doctors earned an average of 41,700 hryvnias in April. That is 10,500 hryvnias more than last year.
Budanov has promised to tackle "excesses" during the mobilisation
Керівник Офісу президента Кирило Буданов пообіцяв боротися з "ексцесами" під час мобілізації всіма можливими засобами. Втім, він наголосив, що мобілізація в Україні має продовжуватися.
There has been a rise in the number of fake ‘SBU officers’ in Ukraine. The Service has explained how the fraudsters operate
The Security Service of Ukraine has noted an increase in the number of fraudulent schemes in which criminals pose as officials of the service in order to defraud members of the public.
Smilianksy criticised the NBU over the financial inclusion bill
Ihor Smilianskyi, CEO of Ukrposhta, has stated that the National Bank of Ukraine is drafting a law on financial inclusion without involving Ukrposhta. According to him, the company initiated this legislation and operates in 100% of Ukraine’s settlements, particularly in areas where banking infrastructure is limited.
