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Over 700 million hryvnias will be allocated for the safety of the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant and the Exclusion Zone
The Verkhovna Rada has approved amendments to the state budget providing for additional funding for the safe operation of the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant, the ‘Shaft’ facility and the exclusion zone.
Heating subsidy 2026–2027: who is eligible and how to apply
In 2026, Ukrainians will be assessed for eligibility for housing benefits for the period up to 30 April 2027. For most recipients, the benefit will be automatically renewed, but certain categories will need to submit a new application.
Actress Lyudmila Chursina, who supported Russia’s war, has died
Lyudmila Chursina, a Soviet and Russian actress and People’s Artist of the USSR, has died at the age of 84. She had been a member of the Russian Army Theatre since 1984.
Europeans support increased defence spending but do not want to buy weapons from the US — a study
Europeans support increased defence spending and are willing to buy more weapons from their European partners, but not from the US.
61% of Ukrainians trust Zelenskyy, 73% trust Zaluzhnyy — poll
61% of Ukrainians trust President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Meanwhile, 73% of those surveyed trust Valerii Zaluzhnyi, the former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and current Ukrainian Ambassador to the United Kingdom.
Poland is closing the Shehyni border crossing: who will be denied entry and in which direction
Poland is suspending the passage of buses from Ukraine via the "Shehyni-Medyka" border crossing until November 2027. The reason is repair work on the bus lane.
Johnny Depp turns 63: the actor has changed beyond recognition – here’s what he looks like now (PHOTOS)
On 9 June, American actor, director and musician Johnny Depp celebrated his 63rd birthday. The American actor has appeared in few films in recent years — and there is one reason for this. To mark the occasion, ThePublic takes a look at what the star of "Pirates of the Caribbean" looks like today and what is known about his personal life.
The anonymous power of Telegram: how regional public groups in Podillia are influencing the war, politics and public opinion
During the war, anonymous Telegram channels have ceased to be merely a source of news and gossip. They have become a tool of influence: they are used to spread panic, disseminate dubious information, undermine state institutions and shape the political agenda. The state is already attempting to establish at least basic rules for Telegram. Bill No. 11115 has been registered in the Verkhovna Rada. Its logic is simple: if a platform has a massive influence on public sentiment, it must have identifiable owners and be held accountable for its content.
Bolt has permanently banned the driver responsible for a fatal road accident in Kyiv
Bolt has confirmed that it was one of their drivers who caused the fatal road accident in Solomyanskiy District, Kyiv — his account has been permanently suspended.
The Rada has passed a controversial law on judges’ declarations
On 9 June, the Verkhovna Rada adopted Bill No. 13165-2 on integrity declarations and family ties of judges in its entirety. The document bears a European integration label, but has drawn criticism from experts due to the absence of a provision allowing for the temporary involvement of independent international experts in the verification of Supreme Court judges’ declarations.
The trial concerning the murder of Ukrainian national Iryna Zarutska in the US has been adjourned due to the suspect’s condition
The federal case against Decarlos Brown Jr, who is accused of fatally attacking Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska on a light rail train in Charlotte, has been adjourned. The judge ruled that the suspect is currently unfit to stand trial and ordered him to be sent for treatment at a federal medical facility.
Basic social assistance in 2026: which Ukrainians will receive payments
A new model of social support is being developed in Ukraine – basic social assistance for low-income families. On 28 May 2026, the Verkhovna Rada supported draft law No. 15094 at its first reading, and a pilot scheme is already in operation under Cabinet of Ministers Resolution No. 371.
