Society
In Poland, a woman attacked a 14-year-old boy because of the Ukrainian language
In Gdańsk, Poland, a 14-year-old boy was attacked whilst speaking Ukrainian with his friends at a children’s playground. According to the boy’s family, a woman first demanded that he stop speaking Ukrainian and then used physical force. Following the incident, the boy was taken to hospital
On 21 June, there will be changes to the metro and public transport services in Kyiv
On Sunday, 21 June, some public transport services in central Kyiv will be temporarily restricted due to public events. Two metro stations will be closed to passengers
Brazil thrashed Haiti at the 2026 World Cup
The Brazilian national team secured their first victory at the 2026 World Cup, comfortably beating Haiti in their second group stage match. Following this defeat, Haiti’s hopes of reaching the play-offs were dashed
Zelenskyy may lose the Order of the White Eagle: Navrotskyy explains the reason behind the decision
Polish President Karol Nawrocki announced the decision to strip Volodymyr Zelenskyy of the Order of the White Eagle. The Polish leader attributed this decision to disputes surrounding historical memory and attitudes towards the UPA
Turkey lost to Paraguay: a single goal decided the outcome of the 2026 World Cup match
The Paraguay national team beat Turkey in their second group stage match of the 2026 World Cup. The only goal of the match was scored right at the start of the game
The weather in Ukraine on 20 June 2026
On Saturday, 20 June, warm summer weather is expected across Ukraine. The highest temperatures will be in the southern regions, where the air will warm up to almost +30 degrees
The case of journalist Iryna Danilovych has been referred to the UN
The international human rights organisations “Reporters Without Borders” (RSF) and the Human Rights Foundation (HRF) have appealed to UN special rapporteurs regarding the case of Ukrainian journalist Iryna Danilovych, who has been detained by Russia since 2022. They cite the deterioration in her health and violations of her rights whilst in detention as the reasons for their appeal.
Anne Hathaway is to become a mum for the third time
American actress Anne Hathaway has announced that she is expecting her third child. The Hollywood star posted a video on social media in which she showed off her noticeably rounded bump.
Ivan Kupala 2026 in Kyiv: where to go for the festival
In Kyiv and the Kyiv region, celebrations are planned for Ivan Kupala Day in 2026, featuring folk performances, wreath-making, fairs, concerts, lectures and workshops.
Dozens of people joined in the clean-up of the Dovzhenko Film Studio site in Kyiv following the Russian shelling
Following the Russian shelling that damaged the grounds of the Oleksandr Dovzhenko National Film Studio, concerned Kyiv residents and studio staff came together for a community clean-up to help clear up the aftermath of the attack.
A 3 per cent mortgage and larger homes: what’s changing in ‘eOselya’ for veterans
The Cabinet of Ministers has expanded the terms of the ‘eOselya’ state programme for war veterans and the families of fallen defenders. From now on, they will be able to take out a mortgage at 3 per cent per annum, and the state will subsidise part of the interest rate for the entire duration of the loan.
Searches at the State Property Fund of Ukraine over Ocean Plaza: what is known about the case
Law enforcement agencies are investigating whether the value of the Ocean Plaza shopping centre was undervalued prior to the sale of the state’s stake. As part of the criminal investigation, searches were carried out on 18 June at the offices of officials at the State Property Fund.
