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Weather forecast for Ukraine on 5 April 2026
Today, 5 April, Ukrainians can expect warm, dry weather with variable cloud cover. In some regions, temperatures will rise to +19°C, creating ideal conditions for a weekend stroll
Easter baking: the best recipes for Easter cake and icing
Simple, traditional and unusual recipes for Easter cakes and icings that will brighten up your festive table and be enjoyed by everyone.
A stop at the 'petrol station': 2,000 storks have taken over the fields of Bessarabia
A mass forced stopover of white storks has been recorded in the Odesa region. Due to bad weather, around 2,000 birds were ‘stranded’ near Tatarbunary and the Tuzly Estuaries Park, but this gave them a unique opportunity to rest and recover
Changes in Germany from April: biometric checks at the border and card blocking
For Ukrainians in Germany, April 2026 will bring a number of changes to everyday life. These include the full-scale launch of the EES biometric control system at airports and the discontinuation of popular credit cards issued by Deutsche Kreditbank
‘Energy Ramstein’: how Ukraine raised over €600 million for electricity
Ukraine has launched a new framework for international coordination, enabling it to secure vital equipment and funding for the restoration of its power grid. Thanks to a coalition of over 40 countries and the Energy Support Fund, the country has received over €600 million and thousands of tonnes of humanitarian aid
Easter 2026: a basket for 2,300 UAH and lard for 950 UAH
This year’s Easter basket has gone up by 14%. Whilst prices for meat and eggs are hitting record highs, religious scholars point out that a lavish basket is not a requirement for the church
Volkswagen and Audi are preparing a spectacular launch: 10 new models
April is set to be a month of major changes for the global automotive industry. Ahead of the Beijing Motor Show, Volkswagen Group (China) has announced a veritable ‘parade of new models’: from electric SUVs to Formula 1 cars
Ukraine is preparing the ‘One Million Flats’ scheme: what are the terms and the initial deposit?
Despite the existence of preferential schemes, mortgages in Ukraine remain out of reach for most people. Danylo Getmantsev, Chair of the Verkhovna Rada’s Finance Committee, has spoken about a new large-scale government initiative
Ukrainian dairy products are taking Europe by storm: exports are breaking records
Ukraine is no longer just dreaming of the EU market — our products are already well-known and loved there. Over the past two years, the share of sales to the EU has risen to 36%. Ukrainian butter, cheese and milk are now becoming a familiar sight on the shelves of European shops
“Nova Poshta” will change its delivery charges from 13 April 2026
A popular postal operator has announced a review of its pricing policy due to rising energy and logistics costs. Despite the price changes, a number of customer services will remain free of charge
4 April 2026: Lazarus Saturday and the mysterious crane ritual
Today, the Orthodox Church commemorates the miracle of the resurrection of Lazarus and honours the memory of Joseph the Hymnographer. It is a special day on the eve of Palm Sunday, when ancient folk customs promise good health for the whole year
When coffee kills: a new study on the timing of consumption
A morning cup of coffee isn’t just a habit, but a real chance at a long life. However, how we drink it throughout the day can either save our heart or leave it unprotected
