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Border guards in the Kharkiv region rescued a roe deer from an anti-drone net
In the Kharkiv region, soldiers from the “STRIKS” Special Forces Unit of the 4th Border Guard Detachment rescued a roe deer that had become entangled in anti-drone netting. They spotted the animal whilst carrying out a combat mission, carefully freed it from the trap and released it back into the forest.
13 May 2026: what holiday is it, what are the traditions, and what should you avoid doing?
On 13 May 2026, Orthodox Christians commemorate Saint Glyceria the Virgin. Also on this day, the world celebrates World Dandelion Day, International Hummus Day and the Birthday of the Zipper.
The first semi-final of Eurovision 2026: where and when to watch, bookmakers’ predictions
On Tuesday, 12 May, the first semi-final of the 70th anniversary Eurovision Song Contest will kick off in Vienna, at the Wiener Stadthalle. It will feature performers from 15 participating countries, as well as representatives from Italy and Germany, who automatically qualify for the final as members of the ‘Big Five’.
A children's coach is to stand trial in Kyiv for sexually abusing his female pupils
A 37-year-old Brazilian jiu-jitsu coach is to stand trial in Kyiv, accused of sexually abusing his underage female pupils. The man denies the charges.
Apple has released iOS 26.5: why this update is important for all iPhone and Mac users
Apple has officially released version 26.5 for all its operating systems: iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS and visionOS. The update includes critical security patches and several other important features. In particular, the tech giant is bringing the era of Intel-based computers to a close and is making messaging between iPhones and Android devices secure.
Smilyansky stated that “Ukrposhta” has launched card payments across Ukraine
Ukrposhta has launched a cashless payment service using bank cards in all areas of Ukraine with mobile coverage. The company also plans to introduce cash withdrawals and bank card top-ups by the end of June 2026, and subsequently apply for a banking licence for ‘Ukrposhta.Bank’.
The subsidy in May 2026: why Ukrainians received a smaller payment
In May, Ukrainians may have received a smaller housing subsidy because the payment was for April, and for that month the heating season is only taken into account up to 15 April. The Pension Fund explained that this effectively amounts to 15 days’ worth of payments.
Preferential mortgages for internally displaced persons in 2026: over 500 families could receive loans
The 26th selection round for the preferential mortgage scheme for internally displaced persons will take place. It is scheduled for 14 May 2026 at 3.00 pm, and successful applicants will be able to secure a loan at an annual interest rate of 3% for a term of up to 30 years.
New border crossing rules: from 12 May, "eCherga" will cancel bookings without insurance
A new feature has been launched in Ukraine within the "eCherga" system for border crossings. From now on, the service will automatically check whether an international "Green Card" insurance certificate is present and valid.
Repairs to the Okhmatdyt building following the shelling have been delayed by a year due to a tender scandal
The repair of the new treatment and diagnostic wing at Okhmatdyt, which was damaged by a Russian strike on 8 July 2024, has reached its final stage. Work began almost a year after the attack – following a scandal surrounding the first tender, the annulment of its results, and a re-tender via Prozorro.
Volodymyr Bugrov will not be allowed to stand in the election for rector of Kyiv National University
Vladimir Bugrov, the former rector of Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, will not be able to stand in the university’s rectorial election next year. The election is scheduled for October.
Police salaries could rise to 33,280 UAH: what is being planned in parliament
Ukraine may be set to change the system of police pay. The Verkhovna Rada has backed a bill that sets a minimum basic salary for law enforcement officers at no less than 10 times the subsistence minimum for able-bodied persons. In 2026, this amounts to 33,280 UAH.
