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Articles prepared by the Kyiv Info newsroom. News is based on reports from the police, official bodies and leading media, with a reference to the source. Explainers and guides rely on official clarifications and verified data.
ImportantSocietyPower cuts in Kyiv: queues are gone, every address now has its own schedule
DTEK has scrapped the queues and sub-queues for Kyivans. Here is where to check the personal schedule for your building and why it can change during the day.
Politics · ExplainerKMDA and the Kyiv City Council: who is responsible for what and how Kyivans can influence city decisions
We explain the difference between the Kyiv City Council and the KMDA, who approves the budget and tariffs, and where to turn to be heard.
ImportantWorldEuropean Council summit in Brussels: what was said about air defence and countering drones
The Ukrainian president attended the European Council summit. According to media reports, topics included European air defence and countering jet-powered drones.
EconomyFares in Kyiv: how much a trip costs and what discounts frequent passengers get
What is known about the cost of travel on Kyiv's municipal transport: a single trip, discounts for frequent passengers and the 90-minute ticket.
ImportantWorldTrump postpones sanctions on Russia under the “Graham law”: what is known and what we do not know
According to Ukrainian media, on 16 October Donald Trump signed an order postponing sanctions. The White House explains it by US interests.
ImportantSocietyKyiv's heating season has started: who gets heat first and when to expect it in flats
Mayor Vitali Klitschko announced the start of the heating season. Heat is being supplied in stages: hospitals, schools and kindergartens first, with no date yet for homes.
WorldTrump on the war in Ukraine: statements of the week and the “energy truce”
An overview of the US president's statements about the war in Ukraine according to media reports: negotiations, a promise to reveal details and a statement on halting strikes on energy.
Economy · GuideHow to save on electricity and heating in winter: eight tips that really work
Simple steps to cut electricity and heating costs in winter: from radiator thermostats to the right way to run appliances.
CrimeA man with a block of TNT in his pocket detained in Kyiv's Sviatoshynskyi district
Police reported the detention of a 38-year-old Kyivan who was walking around the city with an explosive object. What is known and how to act if you find a suspicious object.
Society · GuidePoints of Invincibility in Kyiv: how to find the nearest one and what you can get there
We explain where to find the current map of Points of Invincibility in Kyiv: in the Diia and Kyiv Digital apps and on the KMDA portal, and what to bring.
TechnologyNew in Diia: the European accident report, an AI assistant and dismissal through the app
An overview of Diia's new features: what appeared in October, which services are announced by the end of the year and where to find them in the app.
ImportantCrimePolice warn of a new scheme: malicious apps via ads and Telegram bots
Fraudsters lure people to fake sites and ask them to download a file. How the scheme works and why free offline navigators are dangerous.
Crime“Your money is in danger”: how fraudsters in Kyiv pose as police and the SBU
Fraudsters scare people with invented cases and ask them to transfer funds to a “safe account”. How to recognise the deception.
ImportantWorldUkraine and Europe switch to winter time on the night of 25 October: what you need to know
When to turn the clocks back, whether metro and transport timetables will change, and why the EU still has not abolished seasonal clock changes.
Society · GuideThe metro as a shelter: how Kyiv metro stations work during an air raid alert
Underground stations of the Kyiv metro keep running during an alert. A reminder of the rules for entering the shelter, which stations close and what not to bring.
Technology · GuideHow to protect your smartphone from malicious apps: seven rules everyone should know
Simple digital hygiene rules: where to install apps from, which permissions not to give and what to do if the smartphone is already infected.
Society · GuideHow to prepare your flat for winter: seven things to do before the first frosts
Practical tips for Kyivans before winter: how to insulate windows, prepare for power and heat outages and heat your home safely.
Society · GuideA Kyivan's go bag: what to pack to be ready for the shelter in a few minutes
A checklist for a go bag: documents, medicines, water, chargers and warm clothes. How to pack it so it is not too heavy.
CrimeA man who, according to police, grew cannabis in flats detained in Kyiv
Police reported exposing a drug dealer: according to them, he set up mini plantations in flats and earned up to 100,000 hryvnias a month.
Crime · GuideWhat to do if fraudsters have deceived you: a step-by-step guide for the first hours
A clear sequence of actions for those who gave money or data to fraudsters: how to block a card, where to report and how to preserve evidence.
Economy · GuideHow to read a utility bill and what to do if it contains an error
We break down the structure of a utility bill: what the total consists of, how to check the charges and where to turn if there is a mistake.
World · ExplainerHow the European Union works: its institutions and decisions in plain language
The European Commission, European Parliament, Council of the EU and European Council: who is responsible for what and how decisions are made in the EU.
Crime · GuidePhishing: how to tell a fraudulent email or text from a genuine one
Fake messages from banks, delivery services and state bodies: signs of deception, examples and what to do if you have already clicked the link.
Technology · GuideBackups: how to save photos and documents from your smartphone and computer
The 3-2-1 rule, cloud services and external drives: a simple plan so you do not lose important data.
CrimePolice report the detention of a suspect in organising clashes during a protest in Teremky
After clashes in Teremky during a protest against tree felling, police detained a 24-year-old man. The sides differ in their accounts.
Society · GuideRenting a flat: what must be in the contract
A checklist for tenants: which points to include in a rental contract, how to record the condition of the home and not lose your deposit.
Economy · GuideA personal budget in 30 minutes: a simple scheme that works
How to make a personal budget without complicated spreadsheets: a rule for splitting income, tracking spending and tips for sticking to the plan.
CrimeRobbery in a stairwell on Sobornosti Avenue: what police said
A man in a Kyiv apartment block took money from a young man and then threatened him with a weapon. What is known, and how to behave during an attack.
WorldFrance prepares a 2027 budget with tough austerity: what is known
According to media, the French government presented a draft budget for 2027 with austerity measures, including freezing public-sector pay and most pensions.
WorldGermany creates its first drone regiment using lessons from the war in Ukraine
According to media, the German army is forming its first drone regiment. What is known about this initiative and why drones are changing modern war.
World · ExplainerNATO: how the Alliance takes decisions and what Article 5 means
We explain how the North Atlantic Council works, why decisions are made by consensus and what exactly collective defence guarantees.
WorldPoland extends border controls with Germany and Lithuania for another six months
According to a media report, Warsaw has extended temporary border control. What this means for travellers and why it is possible in Schengen.
Politics · GuideHow to submit an electronic petition to Kyiv's city authorities: a step-by-step guide
What an electronic petition is, how it differs from an appeal, and how to word it so that the city authorities consider it.
Technology · GuideA password manager: why you need one and how to use it
Why you should not use one password everywhere, how password managers work and how to start without difficulty.
CrimeA phone from a car during an alert: man detained in Kyiv for theft
According to media, a man broke the lock of a parked car and stole a phone while people were sheltering from shelling. What the law provides and how to protect your car.
Crime · GuideFraudsters on classifieds sites: “delivery” and prepayment schemes
How fraudsters deceive sellers and buyers on online marketplaces and how to protect yourself when buying or selling.
Society · GuideA homeowners' association or a manager: what rights residents of an apartment building have
We explain how a homeowners' association (OSBB) differs from a manager, how decisions are taken in a building and what to do if you are unhappy with the service.
Politics · GuideParticipatory budget: how to propose a project for your district and vote for it
Kyivans can direct part of the city budget to their own ideas. We explain how the participatory budget works and how to submit a project.
Economy · GuideA financial safety cushion: how much to set aside and where to keep it
Why a financial cushion is needed, how to work out its size and how not to waste it on small things.
World · ExplainerThe UN: how the General Assembly differs from the Security Council
The two main UN bodies have different powers. We explain who adopts binding decisions and what the right of veto is.
Politics · GuideHow to get public information from the city authorities: the rules for an information request
Everyone has the right to know how the authorities spend money and take decisions. We explain how to write a request and how long to wait for an answer.
Technology · GuideTwo-factor authentication: how to set it up and why SMS is not the best option
What 2FA is, what methods of confirmation exist and how to set up protection for email, social networks and banks.
Crime · Guide“A relative in trouble”: how the scheme works and how to protect older loved ones
Fraudsters call older people and tell them about an alleged accident or trouble with relatives. How to recognise the deception and what to agree with your family in advance.
Society · GuideAn air raid alert at home: the two-walls rule and how to prepare a safe place
What to do if the alert catches you at home and you cannot reach a shelter. The two-walls rule, tips and mistakes to avoid.
WorldMacron orders a plan to protect France's infrastructure from Russia's hybrid threats
According to media, in September the French president announced a plan to protect critical infrastructure from drones and cyberattacks.
Politics · ExplainerWhy elections are not held under martial law and how this affects local government
We explain why Ukraine holds no elections or referendums under martial law and what it means for councils and mayors.
CrimeTheft of 93,000 hryvnias from a tobacco kiosk: two suspects detained in Kyiv
Police reported the detention of two men served a notice of suspicion of theft under Part 4 of Article 185 of the Criminal Code. What this means and what penalty the law provides.
CrimeAttack on a DJ in Kyiv: police detain three suspects in a robbery
Law enforcement reported the detention of three people who, according to investigators, beat, wounded and robbed a 26-year-old DJ. They face up to 15 years.
CrimeTwo pawnshops robbed within an hour: a 23-year-old suspect detained in Kyiv
According to media, a man robbed two pawnshop outlets within an hour. What is known about the case and how pawnshops protect themselves against attacks.
World · ExplainerG7 and G20: what these groups are and how they differ
We explain which countries belong to the “Group of Seven” and the “Group of Twenty”, how they take decisions and why they meet.
Economy · GuideHow to choose a bank deposit: what to look at besides the interest rate
What to ask before taking your money to a bank: reliability, terms, guarantees and hidden restrictions.
Crime · GuideWhat to do if your phone is stolen or lost: first steps
A step-by-step plan for the first hours: how to block the SIM card and banking apps, find the device and protect your accounts.
Technology · GuidePower banks and portable power stations: how to choose for power cuts
What capacity means, how to work out how long the charge will last and how portable power stations differ from power banks.
Politics · ExplainerMilitary administrations: how they differ from the city council and the KMDA
What military administrations are, when they are created and which issues they handle for the duration of martial law.
Society · GuideHow to help elderly neighbours during power and heat outages
Simple steps anyone can take: from a visit and a hot tea to helping with charging a phone and sharing information.
World · ExplainerThe US Electoral College: how the president is elected and why voters' votes are not equal
We explain how the indirect election system works in the US, how many votes are needed to win and why a candidate can win with fewer voters' votes.
Economy · GuideConsumer rights: how to return goods and what to do if the seller refuses
When you can return a purchase, which goods cannot be returned and where to complain about an unscrupulous seller.
World · ExplainerSanctions: how they work and why they do not act instantly
What kinds of sanctions exist, how they are imposed and why the effect of restrictions appears gradually.
Politics · ExplainerPublic hearings: what they are and how to take part
How residents can speak out publicly on city decisions and why it is worth attending public hearings.
Technology · ExplainereSIM: what it is and how it differs from an ordinary SIM card
We explain how the built-in SIM works, what its advantages and limitations are and how to activate it.
Crime · GuideThefts from cars and bicycles in the city: how to reduce the risk
Simple rules that help protect a car and a bicycle from theft: where to park, what not to leave in the cabin and which locks to choose.
Economy · GuideSafe online shopping: how to check a shop and avoid fraudsters
A practical checklist: what to verify on a site before buying, how to pay safely and what to do if the goods do not arrive.
World · ExplainerThe International Criminal Court: what it handles and how it differs from other courts
Who can be held accountable in The Hague, which crimes the court handles and how it differs from the UN's International Court of Justice.
Politics · GuideWhere the city's money goes: where to check spending and procurement
We tell you about open services through which anyone can see what the city spends its budget on and how public procurement goes.
Crime · GuideInvestment scams: “quick earnings” on social media and why not to trust them
How fraudsters lure people with promises of easy money in crypto and on exchanges, why the scheme is dangerous and what the signs of fraud are.
World · ExplainerHow France's political system works: how the president differs from the prime minister
An explainer for readers of news about France: who takes decisions, how the government is formed and why parliamentary crises are frequent here.
Technology · ExplainerArtificial intelligence and chatbots: what they can do and why not to trust them with everything
In simple terms: how chatbots work, what they are useful for and what the risks are, including mistakes and data leaks.
Economy · ExplainerHome insurance: is it worth it and what does it cover
We explain which risks can be insured, what to look at in the contract and how to receive a payout.
Crime · GuideFake summonses and threats of a “criminal case”: how fraudsters operate in Kyiv and how to tell the deception
Fraudsters send messages on behalf of a military enlistment office or the police demanding payment of a “fine”. How to recognise a fake and where to verify information.
Politics · ExplainerHow a Kyiv City Council session works: from a draft decision to the vote
A step-by-step look at how a draft decision reaches deputies, how committees review it and what happens at the plenary sitting.
World · ExplainerVisa-free travel to the EU: how the 90-in-180 rule works and how to calculate it
We explain the visa-free rule for short trips to the Schengen area and the mistakes that lead to violations.
Politics · GuideHow to appeal to a city council deputy: reception hours and a written appeal
A deputy is obliged to consider voters' appeals. We explain how to sign up for a reception, write a letter and what to expect in reply.
Economy · ExplainerSalary “in an envelope”: why it is dangerous for the employee
What risks informal employment carries: pension, sick leave, loans, protection of rights. What to do if you are offered a job without registration.
World · ExplainerHow the Bundestag and the chancellor work in Germany: who runs the country
We explain the roles of parliament, the chancellor and the president of Germany, how a coalition government is formed and what a “vote of no confidence” is for.
Technology · GuideWi-Fi at home: how to boost the signal and speed up the internet without a new router
Simple steps that help improve your home network: router placement, channels, bands and useful settings.
Crime · GuideSafety in Kyiv in the evening: whom to call, how to get home and what to carry
A practical guide for Kyivans: the difference between 102 and 112, how to act during an attack or an alert and which apps can help.
World · ExplainerEurovision: how the voting works and why the contest is so popular
We explain the Eurovision rules: who votes, how the final result is formed and when Ukraine won.
Technology · GuideHow to check a photo or video for authenticity: reverse image search
How to find out where a picture comes from, whether it has been altered and whether it belongs to another event. Tools and tips.
World · ExplainerHow world oil prices are formed and why fuel is getting more expensive
What affects the cost of oil and petrol: supply and demand, decisions of exporting countries, world events and exchange rates. An explanation without complex terms.
Crime · GuideDomestic violence: where to turn for help and how to act in danger
What counts as domestic violence, which helplines exist, how to document a case and where to find a safe place and psychological support.