Society
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.
Ukrainians have been warned about fake traffic fines
Ukrainians are receiving messages alleging traffic offences and demanding that they pay a fine immediately. The Ministry of Justice warns that this is a phishing scam designed to steal personal and banking details.
Military personnel will be barred from accessing online casinos
The Cabinet of Ministers has adopted a decision restricting military personnel’s access to gambling whilst martial law is in force. To this end, an automatic data check via state registers will be introduced
Church holiday on 19 June 2026: traditions, taboos and superstitions of the day
On 19 June 2026, Orthodox Christians commemorate Saint Jude the Apostle, and in the folk calendar, this day is known as Zosima the Beekeeper – a date associated with bees, honey, weather omens and customs for prosperity.
“Kapotnya 2.0”: the best memes about the second attack on the Moscow Oil Refinery
For years, Russia has been targeting Ukrainian cities, the energy sector and civilian infrastructure. But as it turns out, this is a game that can be played by two: following a second attack on the Moscow oil refinery, Ukrainians responded not only with news reports but also with memes.
Leonid Brezhnev’s great-grandson was taken prisoner by the Ukrainian Armed Forces
Russian media have reported that Anton Milaev, who is said to be the great-grandson of Leonid Brezhnev, General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union, has been taken prisoner by Ukrainian forces.
The government has earmarked 78.5 billion hryvnias for investment in education and science for the period 2027–2029
Education and science have become the largest area of government investment for the next three years. A total of 78.5 billion hryvnias has been earmarked for the sector for the period 2027–2029.
Oleksandr Ponomariov has shared his first photo with his partner
Ukrainian singer Oleksandr Ponomariov has posted a photo in which he is posing alongside his concert manager, Sofia. According to media reports, it is she who is rumoured to be having an affair with the singer.
Ilya Traber, a crime boss linked to Putin, has been arrested in Russia
Businessman Ilya Traber, known as a crime boss with the nickname ‘Antikvar’, has been arrested in Russia. He is accused of involvement in the contract killing of businessman Alexander Petrov in 2020.
Payments to internally displaced persons in July 2026: who needs to submit their documents by the end of June
In July 2026, assistance will be automatically extended for the majority of internally displaced persons. However, certain categories of displaced persons will need to resubmit their documents by the end of June in order to apply for or renew their benefits.
Prince Harry is to bring Meghan Markle and their children to Britain for the first time in four years
Prince Harry is planning to visit the UK in July with Meghan Markle and their children. For Archie and Lilibet, this could be their first visit to the country in four years.
Russia has damaged the Kharkiv Art Museum: around 1,000 exhibits have been affected
Following a Russian drone strike on the Kharkiv Art Museum, the roof, attic and top floor of the building were damaged. According to preliminary reports, around 1,000 museum artefacts were damaged.
