# Lifestyle
Weather forecast for Ukraine on 17 May 2026
On Saturday, 17 May, unsettled weather with rain and thunderstorms is forecast for most regions of Ukraine. The heaviest rainfall is expected in the central, eastern and southern regions
Eurovision 2026 has been met with boycotts and protests
The final of the Eurovision Song Contest will take place on Saturday in Vienna. This year’s contest has been marred by political controversy and boycotts over Israel’s participation, against the backdrop of the war in the Gaza Strip
John Travolta flew to Cannes at the controls of the plane
American actor John Travolta arrived at the Cannes Film Festival with his daughter Ella Blue on a private jet, which he piloted himself
What is being celebrated on 16 May 2026 in Ukraine and around the world
On Saturday, 16 May, Ukraine celebrates a day dedicated to scientists, those who enjoy an active lifestyle, and people in creative professions. In the folk calendar, the date is associated with omens regarding the harvest and the weather, whilst in the church tradition, it is a day to honour Saint Theodore the Sanctified
The weather in Ukraine on 16 May 2026
On Saturday, 16 May, some regions will experience rain and thunderstorms. Meanwhile, warmer weather will persist in the south and east, with no significant rainfall
The Pentagon has announced that its website containing UFO files has received 500 million views
The Pentagon’s website containing declassified material on unidentified aerial phenomena has been viewed nearly 500 million times in the past 24 hours. Over 160 documents and videos have already been published in the US.
Penalty points may be introduced for drivers in Ukraine
Ukraine may be set to change its system of penalties for traffic offences. Instead of just fines for drivers, there are plans to introduce penalty points — these will be awarded for each traffic offence depending on its severity
Weather forecast for Ukraine on 10 May 2026
On 10 May, unsettled weather is expected across Ukraine, with rain and thunderstorms in a number of regions. Forecasters predict the highest temperatures in the east and south of the country — up to 27 degrees
Mother's Day in Ukraine: from the traditions of Kievan Rus' to the present day
Mother’s Day is traditionally celebrated in Ukraine on the second Sunday in May. Although it was only officially established in the late 1990s, the tradition of honouring mothers in Ukraine has much deeper roots.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated Ukrainians on Europe Day
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated Ukrainians on Europe Day and stated that Ukraine has already become an integral part of the European community
The weather in Ukraine on 9 May 2026
On 9 May, Ukraine will see warm weather with variable cloud cover. In some regions, daytime temperatures will rise to +27°C
What religious holiday is celebrated on 9 May in Ukraine?
On 9 May, Orthodox Christians in Ukraine commemorate the transfer of the relics of Saint Nicholas the Wonderworker and honour the memory of the prophet Isaiah. This date is associated with folk traditions, superstitions and several ancient prohibitions
