# Science
‘They gave her a peck’: curious penguins ‘attacked’ a Ukrainian polar explorer in Antarctica
In Antarctica, the rules only go one way: humans aren’t allowed to approach the animals, but the penguins can do whatever they like. The young ‘fluffy explorers’ at the Akademik Vernadsky station decided to meet biologist Zoya Shvidka in person and even put her suit through its paces
The Lviv region leads the way in Ukraine in terms of the number of industrial parks and the development of green energy
The Lviv region is consolidating its status as an energy-self-sufficient and investment-attractive region. During a teleconference with the Office of the President, discussions focused on support for the agricultural sector, insurance against war risks, and the commissioning of new power generation capacity in 2026
The smart home office: gadgets to boost your productivity
Working from home isn’t just about comfort; it’s also about organising your space effectively. Investing in smart devices can make daily tasks much easier, reduce distractions and help maintain a healthy work-life balance
Drivers are no longer needed: Croatia is set to become the first country in Europe to launch a fully-fledged robotaxi service
The European Union is preparing for a major technological breakthrough that will radically transform the way we think about urban transport. Zagreb has been chosen as the main hub for the roll-out of a commercial driverless transport service, which will enable Europe to close the gap with the US and China
The US wants to build a base on the Moon at a cost of $20 billion
The US space agency NASA has announced that it no longer plans to deploy a space station in lunar orbit. Instead, it intends to build a base on the Moon itself.
UN meteorologists have described the last ten years as the hottest on record
The period from 2015 to 2025 was the hottest since official UN records began. The year 2024 was the most exceptional: temperatures were around 1.55°C higher than average.
Schools with a new approach: The Ministry of Education and Science is preparing major changes to teaching and lessons in shelters
The Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine is initiating an update to the rules governing the school system in order to adapt education to the challenges posed by war and emergencies. The new draft order, which has already been put out for public consultation, provides for the formalisation of lessons held in shelters and flexible learning formats
What your Wi-Fi looks like in real time
YouTuber and engineer Rootkid has unveiled a unique project called Spectrum Slit, which blurs the line between technology and art. Its metal structure, featuring 64 LED strips, allows you to literally ‘see’ the airwaves: every search query, message or video upload is transformed in real time into a vibrant pulsating light display
Ukrainian ballistic missiles with a range of up to 850 kilometres could prove to be a strategic turning point in the war
Russia’s full-scale invasion has spurred a profound transformation of Ukraine’s defence industry. Ukraine is currently in the final stages of testing its own ballistic missiles, capable of striking targets hundreds of kilometres away
Experts have explained why women need more sleep than men
Women are more likely than men to experience sleep disturbances due to stress, household responsibilities and hormonal changes. Experts emphasise that the need for quality rest changes with age — from the period of active working life through to the menopause.
A catastrophe 550 million years ago wiped out 80% of life on the planet
Researchers have found evidence of a catastrophe that occurred around 550 million years ago and wiped out 80% of all living creatures. This event, known as the Kotlin Crisis, has turned out to be far more extensive than previously thought and is now considered to be the first ‘major’ mass extinction in the planet’s history.
Весняне рівнодення 2026: що означає і як його пояснює наука
Розповідаємо простими словами про астрономію рівнодення, «міф» про ідеально рівний день і ніч, вплив на природу та українські звичаї кінця березня.