The EU supports increased funding for Ukraine’s defence and will increase funding for the European Peace Fund by €5 billion, the Financial Times reports. This fund is used to finance military supplies to Ukraine. The new tranche of the fund is to be approved at...
The European Commission is seeking to speed up the approval of a mechanism that will allow the use of profits from Russia’s frozen sovereign assets so that Ukraine can receive the first tranche of up to three billion euros as early as July this...
United Kingdom is prepared to release all frozen assets of the Russian Central Bank in the country to Ukraine on the condition that they are returned when Russia is compelled to pay reparations to Ukraine after the end of the war. This was stated...
Hungary plans to allow banks, investment funds and asset managers to provide private and corporate clients with services in the digital asset market, Bloomberglaw reports. Currently, the Hungarian government has begun to coordinate the relevant draft law. It will allow financial institutions not only to conduct transactions...
Following a meeting in Uzhhorod between Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico and Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, the parties signed a joint statement aimed at strengthening bilateral relations “on the basis of mutual trust and respect,” according to Ukraine’s government website. The statement notes Slovakia’s firm and...
The EU will continue to provide Ukraine with substantial support, and in this context, the European Commission will soon present proposals to extend the liberalization of agricultural trade with our Ukraine. This was stated in Brussels during a press conference following the EU Ministerial...
Energy prices in Europe have fallen due to a new Atlantic storm that has brought unseasonably warm weather and increased wind power generation. On the one hand, hurricane-force winds, particularly those caused by Storm Isha, have made travelling across Northern Europe much more difficult...
Global oil prices have been on a decline for the third consecutive month. Despite OPEC+’s decision to cut production at the end of November, it proved insufficient to push prices upward. Even the most optimistic analysts doubt that oil will reach record levels and hit...
In the realm of “from the obvious to the incredible,” after three years of exorbitant food inflation, the trend might be shifting. However, certain products prices are still on the rise. The crux, though, lies in the fact that Ukrainian food, following a hot autumn,...
The cryptocurrency market, accustomed to being Cinderella since its formation 14 years ago, occasionally comes into focus, especially when intriguing events unfold in the global financial markets. Currently, we are witnessing a shift from excessively expensive money to moderately expensive ones. Bitcoin, which has reached $43,000,...
It appears that gloomy forecasts about the Chinese economy facing tough times are coming true. While just a few months ago there were hopes that China could overcome economic challenges without bloodshed, the scale of problems in a country that demonstrated an example of rapid, even...
In Europe, Christmas markets and sales have kicked off and will continue until the first half of January 2024. As Christmas approaches, sellers eagerly rub their hands, hoping that in 2023, shoppers will be more willing to spend compared to the previous year when spending was...
Per the sanctions imposed by the EU and its partners against Russia in 2022, many Russian banks were disconnected from the SWIFT system, including VTB, Otkrytie, Sovcombank, Promsvyazbank, Novikombank, Alfa-Bank, VEB, Rosselkhozbank, Novikombank, MKB, Rossiya, IS-Bank, BSTDB, Genbank, and Gazprombank. At the initial stage...
More functional foods, the rise of cocoa products and buckwheat popularity, along with persistent artificial meat producers—these are the food trends for the next year. They will complement the battles against droughts, food shortages in low-income countries, a return to “green” restrictions, and Russia’s attack...
It’s safe to say that at this time, the global economy has found itself at a crossroads. Sustained globalization, which in previous decades was rapidly driving the world economy forward, has given way to contrary trends. The world has become increasingly vulnerable to fragmentation...
Sweden is accelerating its move towards NATO. On December 5, the Scandinavian country signed a bilateral Defence Cooperation Agreement with the United States. Washington welcomed the signing, stating that Stockholm would enhance the capabilities of the Euro-Atlantic alliance. This is a clear indication that Sweden expects...
The election results in the Netherlands have intensified the topic of what foreign policy will look like in the future, especially in the context of supporting Ukraine. It is worth noting that the Netherlands is a NATO and EU member state, so its foreign...
Next spring, Russian President Vladimir Putin plans to once again declare himself the winner in a one-man race. It would seem that in a country like today’s Russia, elections could be avoided altogether, but they are very important to the leader in the Kremlin...
The tendency to call various non-democratic aggressive regimes the Axis of Evil began long ago, but chiefly for journalistic purposes. The Axis of Evil included several regimes under sanctions, which supported terrorism and had the status of outcasts in the international arena. Some of...
Russia’s border with China has been forming since the 17th century. In the 18th century, Emperor Peter the Great carried out a demonstrative and violent westernization of Muscovy. It did not lead to Muscovy-Russia being immediately perceived in the West as part of European...
Ukraine has been using a newly created maritime humanitarian corridor to resume grain exports from its Black Sea ports. The new corridor stretches out across the waters of Ukraine and of NATO states Romania, Bulgaria and Turkey, and it’s already been used by multiple merchant ships to dock...
The Ukrainian National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) has included 14 Russian machinery importers of the German producer, SPINNER, in the roster of potential international Ukrainian sanctions. This development was officially announced on the National Anti-Corruption Bureau’s website. According to the statement, this decision was made following the...
During a meeting of the Ukraine Defence Contact Group (UDCG) on September 19th, the Ministers of Defence from Ukraine, Estonia, and Luxembourg initiated the launch of a new IT coalition under the framework of Ramstein. This is reported by Ukrainian Ministry of Defence. In total,...
The Lithuanian branch of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) will cover the rental housing costs for Ukrainian refugees. Payments will be one-time, covering the first and last months of rent. It is reported by Vakaru Expresas. Research has shown that 73% of Ukrainians have...
On Wednesday morning, an explosion occurred on board a cargo ship flying the flag of Togo, located in the Sulina area (Romania). The crew was rescued by Romanian emergency teams and safely brought to port, reports Digi24. The Romanian Naval Forces Command stated that there...
In early September, Russian UAVs violated Romanian airspace. Romanian President Klaus Iohannis emphasized that “the discovery by the Romanian authorities of new drone fragments on Romanian territory near the border with Ukraine… indicates an unacceptable violation of the airspace of Romania, a NATO member state, with...
The Moldovan government has approved an extension of the state of emergency for an additional 60 days in response to the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. This decision was reported by the Moldovan news portal TV8. Following the approval of the corresponding initiative at...
After the NATO Summit 2023 in Vilnius it became apparent that NATO countries, their non-bloc allies and G7 partners have no common vision of how to end the war in Ukraine. Leaders of democratic states failed to reach agreement on a political solution: “to...
In 2022, 27,800 crimes against children during armed conflicts were recorded, representing the highest number ever confirmed by the UN. The main perpetrators were career military personnel of national armies. Russia has gone down in history as the country whose military is responsible for...
One of the main, if not the main, arguments of politicians in the developed world against the collapse of the Russian Federation is the fear that nuclear weapons will fall into the hands of “unpredictable or inadequate people”. But do we expect that nuclear...
If a fashionable look for you primarily consists of dark tones, but you’re already tired of black, the best couturiers propose an excellent solution. Midnight Blue – a color with a long history and, at the same time, an ultra-modern shade for several consecutive...
Salty, sour, sweet, bitter, and umami (pleasant) – this is the current official list of the five basic tastes. For most ordinary civilized people, this spectrum of gourmet experiences is entirely satisfactory. If they were to crave another taste, it would perhaps only be...
In 1943, Hryhoriy Babot, an inventor born in Zhytomyr, Ukraine, and a graduate of the Kyiv Polytechnic University, proposed the idea of a mobile phone. Three decades later, on April 3, 1973, Martin Cooper, an American citizen born to immigrants from the Kyiv region of...
The term “first lady” is known all over the world, but its origin is primarily associated with the United States. Martha Washington, the wife of the country’s first president, George Washington, set a precedent by actually serving as first lady. Although the term “first...
The concept, framework and mission of marriage are transforming. Thus nowadays, the norms established a few decades ago may be considered inappropriate or even discriminatory. At the same time, some traditions continue to hold their ground in the worldview of men and women all...
The global drug trafficking continues to grow despite the efforts to combat it. According to the World Drug Report 2023, illicit drug markets continue to expand. The supply of cocaine is growing, social media is making it easier to sell, and synthetic drugs – cheap...
On July 31st, the official National Orgasm Day is being celebrated in the United Kingdom, Australia, the United States, and Canada. The day aims to raise awareness, break taboos that still exist in society, and make sexual pleasure more accessible. Here are a few facts about...
The awareness of the problems posed by climate change to each of us is growing as fast as the peak temperatures outside our windows. According to a recent Eurobarometer poll, the vast majority of Europeans – 93% – consider climate change to be a serious global...
Estonia, one of the three Baltic countries that are NATO members, traditionally captivates tourists with its strategic location and distinctive culture. Every year, more visitors come to Estonia to relax on the Baltic Sea coast, which is also bordered by the Gulf of Finland...
A culture of respect for diversity expands the space for self-expression. Moreover, today, by demonstrating your own style, beliefs, or lifestyle one can create a trend and build a community of followers. Social networks, especially TikTok, launched in 2020, have made it easier for...
40 years ago, computer entertainment fans first picked up a Nintendo Famicom console, and it changed the gaming industry. Reaching a wide audience, the Nintendo Famicom took over the global video game market in the 1980s and remains a significant player in the industry today. Despite...
Every day, thousands of people on the planet face accidents, insurmountable circumstances, and something that is commonly called “fate.” Life challenges people to the limit, and some of them manage to take on this challenge and survive against all odds. This is how heroes...
Renowned 53-year-old model Naomi Campbell has become a mother for the second time. The small boy is a ‘true gift from God,’ she wrote in the caption of a photo of the child posted on her Instagram account. “My little love, know that you are...
As the number of cars is rapidly increasing all over the world, the desire to be stuck in traffic jams is decreasing. You’d like to take off and be in the office in a matter of minutes. Manufacturers of flying cars claim that in...
The world is on the verge of a recession. The 2023 macroeconomic environment is characterized by a slowdown, inflation, and rising interest rates that inevitably affect the world of startups and venture capital financing. Investors are re-evaluating their strategies, adjusting to the economic downturn,...
On August 6, 1991, while employed at CERN, a huge particle physics laboratory in Switzerland, British computer scientist Tim Berners-Lee created the first ever website. Berners was so tired of searching for and combining information from thousands of scientists’ computers scattered around the world that he...
Everyone is excited about generative artificial intelligence. However, sometimes, the hype around the latest innovation remains just an empty sound when the technology fails to pass the test in practice and does not bring significant productivity or profit gains. This seems to be definitely...
Scientific research has shown that viewing art can have a profound effect on our neural connections. Our brains release dopamine, the “feel good” neurotransmitter, when we look at works of art that resonate with our emotions. That is why art – in addition to...
Just as the debates over Neil Jordan’s “Marlowe” and Nicolas Winding Refn’s “Copenhagen Cowboy” are settling down, a new season of “True Detective” with Jodie Foster in the lead role is on the horizon. Regardless of what anyone says, noir in all its forms remains highly sought after in today’s...
After the failed adaptations of “Death Note” and “Cowboy Bebop,” Netflix has finally rolled out its first live-action adaptation of Japanese animated classic “One Piece,” a show that fans may be hesitant to embrace. In its debut week, the series shattered the previous streaming...
This year marks the 50th anniversary of the birth of the world’s most significant cultural phenomenon, hip-hop. It all started on the same night when DJ Kool Herc threw a party on August 11, 1973, at 1520 Sedgwick Avenue, in the most dangerous neighborhood...
As digital technologies become more advanced, we increasingly find ourselves going to the cinema not to see the real faces of our favorite actors but rather their digitally altered counterparts. Sometimes it’s justified and well-executed, but not always. In the retro film “Vivre Sa...
The modern lifestyle leaves us little time for quality and meaningful offline communication. Moreover, even when we do manage to get together in the same space, we have to fight for each other’s attention with gadgets, social media, and streams of easy-to-consume entertainment content....
Explore the heartwarming journey of 'The Electrical Life of Louis Wain' (2021), a captivating film portraying the life of a talented artist and cat lover. With Benedict Cumberbatch's brilliant performance, this delightful masterpiece offers an emotional and intelligent cinematic experience, enriched by its captivating...
Release Date and Talented Cast “Bless this Mess” is a comedic series that first aired in 2019. The show boasts a talented cast, bringing its engaging characters to life. Starring Dax Shepard as Mike and Lake Bell as Rio, the series showcases their exceptional...
“Oppenheimer” is a captivating epic journey into the life and mind of the eminent physicist Robert Oppenheimer, created by Christopher Nolan. This IMAX film with real special effects will amaze you with its scale and emotional depth. “Oppenheimer” is a profound historical thriller that...
Romania is an amazing country located in southeastern Europe. Here, you can enjoy sunny baths on the Black Sea coast, conquer mountain peaks, explore deep caves, and travel through the picturesque Danube Delta. Moreover, Romania will introduce you to its ancient history, fascinating traditions, and incredible...
On July 31st, the official National Orgasm Day is being celebrated in the United Kingdom, Australia, the United States, and Canada. The day aims to raise awareness, break taboos that still exist in society, and make sexual pleasure more accessible. Here are a few facts about...
On July 26th, at the age of 56, Sinead O’Connor passed away. She rose to fame in 1990 with the song “Nothing Compares 2 U.” Thanks to the global success of this hit and her eventful personal life, the Irish singer captured the public’s attention...
Dutch film director Paul Verhoeven has turned 85. He stands among the greatest cinematic stars of his generation and is the eldest among them. In the 1980s and 1990s, he was closely associated with fellow filmmakers David Cronenberg from Canada and David Lynch from...
Film UA company has announced a lineup of Ukrainian folk horror films, starting with “The Witch of Konotop,” where the mythology of Gogol’s tales intertwines with present-day military realities. While the film is still in production for a 2024 release, we invite you to...
A new film by the renowned director Christopher Nolan, titled “Oppenheimer,” has been released in Ukrainian cinemas. It is a biopic about the creator of the atomic bomb, Robert Oppenheimer (1904-1967), an American theoretical physicist. The project is exorbitantly expensive (officially budgeted at $100...
