Society of Kyiv Region and Ukraine

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Former MP sentenced to three and a half years for compensation fraud

A former MP received hotel reimbursement despite having no need for it, since he owned his own residence in Kyiv.

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New school to be built in Posad-Pokrovske on the site of the school destroyed in 2022

The Ministry for Communities and Territories Development announced that a school with a kindergarten and an open public space will be built in the village of Posad-Pokrovske on the site of a building destroyed in 2022.

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Kyivavtodor drafts a plan to reinforce the Southern Bridge

Kyivavtodor is developing a major overhaul project for the Southern Bridge due to technical deterioration: the metal orthotropic deck, built in 1990, can no longer withstand modern loads.

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Lviv to widen Mazepa Street to four lanes under contract with Onur

Reconstruction of Mazepa and Hrinchenka streets in Lviv, valued at €15.5 million, is set to begin. The contract was awarded to Onur Group Ukraine; the roadway will be widened to four lanes, and the work is scheduled for completion within 18 months.

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Cabinet to temporarily assume functions of Energoatom's supervisory board

The Cabinet of Ministers has temporarily assumed the functions of Energoatom’s supervisory board pending the selection process. G7 ambassadors recommended forming a new board through a transparent selection process by the end of the year. This move is a response to the corruption scandal involving the "Mindich tapes."

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In Odesa, a judge and a lawyer were caught taking a $10,000 bribe.

The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) and the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) have exposed a judge and a lawyer in Odesa for receiving a bribe of $10,000. They were offered a "favorable" court decision in a civil case. Both have been notified of suspicion, facing up to 8 years in prison.

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Autumn Clean-Up Month in Kyiv: 746 Landfills Eliminated and Nearly 5,000 Buildings Cleared

In the capital, the results of the autumn month dedicated to landscaping, greening, and improving the sanitary condition of the city were summarized. Nearly 1,800 community clean-up events were organized with the participation of over 25,000 Kyiv residents.

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Nearly 3,000 Babies Born in Ukraine in a Week: Slightly More Girls than Boys

Last week, civil registry offices recorded 2,728 newborns – 1,361 boys and 1,367 girls.

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In Kyiv, a repeat offender robber was detained after detonating a paintball grenade during his escape.

A 35-year-old man from Kyiv with a criminal past caused panic while attempting to flee a store without paying.

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The appointment of the supervisory board of Energoatom is postponed until the end of the year.

The formation of a new governing body for the state nuclear operator requires more time due to the complex selection process.

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Meeting with Students in Nitra: About the Freedom That Must Be Defended Every Day

A meeting was held with students and Vera Dubachova — a director, journalist, volunteer, and former deputy — at a school in the city of Nitra, Slovakia.

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Investigation Launched into Military Deaths in Dnipropetrovsk Region

Law enforcement agencies have initiated a pre-trial investigation into the deaths and injuries of Ukrainian soldiers due to a Russian shelling in the Dnipropetrovsk region. This was reported by the press service of the State Bureau of Investigations.

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Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones: How to Recognize Fraud Schemes Posing as the SBU

Russian special services have developed a new scheme to deceive Ukrainians by posing as employees of the Security Service of Ukraine. It is important to know how to protect yourself and your loved ones from these provocations.

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Over 100,000 Ukrainians fell ill in a week: The Center for Public Health released data on influenza and COVID-19

Last week in Ukraine, more than 106,000 people fell ill with influenza, COVID-19, and acute respiratory infections. Most cases were recorded among children; however, the epidemic threshold was not exceeded in any region.

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Check Your Property Ownership Rights: What Ukrainians Need to Know

If you became the owner of real estate before 2013, but your rights are not registered in the State Register of Property Rights, it is necessary to register them through a state registrar, a CNAP, or a notary.

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Without electricity three times a day: power outage schedules by regions of Ukraine

Today, Ukraine has introduced restrictions on electricity consumption due to massive strikes by Russian forces on the energy infrastructure. The restrictions will be in effect in most regions of the country.