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Bright yellow abstract sculpture by Tony Cragg with white patterns, displayed in a gallery where a photographer is taking a picture, symbolizing his triumph and receiving the European Cultural Prize 2026

Tony Cragg Awarded the 2026 European Cultural Prize: Triumph of the Sculptor Bridging Britain and Germany

Culture 06/28/2026, 02:56

British-German sculptor Tony Cragg has become the laureate of the 2026 European Cultural Prize 🏆. The ceremony will take place in Amsterdam in September. Experts call this decision a symbol of preserving European cultural integration despite political changes. 🇪🇺🎨

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Brad Pitt in a yellow jacket and hat next to Ines de Ramon: the couple on a walk, discussing their family future without an official wedding

Brad Pitt and Ines de Ramon: Why the 'Oscar' is in no hurry to remarry despite family merger

Culture 06/28/2026, 02:51

Insiders have revealed details of the relationship between Brad Pitt and Ines de Ramon: the couple lives together and is integrated into the family, but a wedding is not planned. 🏰💍 Experts link the refusal to marry with the actor's heavy experience of divorce from Angelina Jolie and the desire to avoid legal risks. 📉👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

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Supergirl Box Office Flop: Why the New DC Blockbuster Failed to Meet Expectations

Culture 06/28/2026, 02:36

The new DC blockbuster "Supergirl" flopped at the box office, grossing only $39 million in its first weekend instead of the expected $60+. 📉 The film lost the lead to "Toy Story 5" and faced criticism. This puts the profitability of the project, with a budget of nearly $186 million, at risk. 🎬💸

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Madonna in a provocative bright blue dress and silver coat on the streets of Paris

Madonna in Paris: Provocative Outfit, Wardrobe Malfunction, and New Album Promotion Strategy

Culture 06/27/2026, 13:24

Madonna sparked an emotional storm at Paris Fashion Week: a sheer dress, a wardrobe malfunction, and a scandal with paparazzi. Experts are sure: this is not a coincidence, but part of a brilliant marketing strategy ahead of the release of the album Confessions II. 🕶️🇫🇷

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Main building of Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute: students returning to classrooms after hybrid learning transition

Safety First: How KPI is Bringing Students Back to Classrooms and Balancing Online and Offline Learning

Culture 06/27/2026, 12:06

KPI is bringing students back to classrooms, but only under the condition of safety. Rector Anatoliy Melnychenko explained how the university balances between online and offline, invests in shelters, and insists on in-person learning even for IT students. 🎓🛡️ #KPI #Education #Safety

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Photo of Zendaya on the cover of a fake Russian passport in a scene from the movie 'The Bourne Legacy'

Zendaya vs. Damon: How Universal is Changing the Rules in 'Bourne' and Why Hollywood Needs a Female Reboot

Culture 06/27/2026, 00:17

An intrigue is brewing in Hollywood: Universal Pictures is considering Zendaya for a 'Bourne' reboot 🎬. Matt Damon may leave the franchise, making way for a new heroine. Edward Berger is ready to direct the film, but fans fear a repeat of the 'Bourne Legacy' failure. 🕵️‍♀️🇺🇸

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Bata Nedich, director and creator of Ukrainian soap operas, gestures during an interview

Bata Nedich: The Departure of the Architect of Ukrainian Soaps and the Era of Serial Dramas

Culture 06/27/2026, 00:14

The legend of Ukrainian television, Bata Nedich, has passed away. The director, who created hits such as "The She-Wolf" and "Healing with Love," became the founder of the daily soap genre in the region. 🎬🕯️ #Cinema #Nedich #TVSeries

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Amedeo Modigliani’s painting 'Man in a Hat', returned by the New York Supreme Court to the heirs of a Jewish dealer from whom it was stolen by the Nazis

New York Supreme Court Returns Modigliani Painting to Heirs of Jewish Dealer Stolen by Nazis

Culture 06/26/2026, 21:25

The New York Supreme Court has ordered collector David Nahmad to return a Modigliani painting to the heirs of a Jewish dealer stolen by Nazis. 🎨⚖️ The court found the auction house Christie's guilty of distorting facts about the lot's origin. The masterpiece is valued at $30 million.

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Natalka Denysenko and Yuri Savransky: happy couple with engagement ring in front of the Temple of Apollo, engagement moment

Natalka Denisenko and Yuriy Savransky: Engagement at the Temple of Apollo and the Love Story After Divorce

Culture 06/26/2026, 20:09

Ukrainian actress Natalka Denisenko and Yuriy Savransky have announced their engagement! 💍 The couple chose the Temple of Apollo for their declaration of love, where Mark Antony and Cleopatra once met. The story of their relationship, full of rumors and secrets, has finally received a happy continuation. ❤️

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Dieter Bohlen and Vladimir Putin: collage illustrating the political context of Bohlen's concert in Estonia and his forced apology

Dieter Bohlen before the concert in Estonia: from the 'worst-case scenario' to a forced apology

Culture 06/26/2026, 19:43

Dieter Bohlen, former member of Modern Talking, almost lost his concert in Estonia due to his statements about the war. He called a Ukrainian victory the 'worst-case scenario,' but after an ultimatum from the organizers, he recorded an apology. 🎤🇪🇪 #ModernTalking #DieterBohlen #Estonia

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Visitors at the opening of Israeli artist Zoya Sever’s exhibition 'Where Home Is' in Kyiv admire paintings in a bright gallery hall

Where Home Is: Exhibition by Israeli Artist Zoya Sever Opens in Kyiv

Culture 06/26/2026, 15:57

The exhibition "Where Home Is" by Israeli artist Zoya Sever has opened in Kyiv. Bright paintings inspired by Israel have become a symbol of home and hope in difficult times. 🎨🇮🇱🇺🇦

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Student studying outdoors: visualizing hidden costs of education when choosing a 'cheap' university contract

The Price of Education: Why a 'Cheap' University Contract is a Trap for Students

Culture 06/26/2026, 14:40

KPI Rector Anatoliy Melnychenko explained why tuition fees in universities must rise and why a 'cheap' contract is a trap. A low price often means saving on the quality of education and simulating the learning process. At KPI, the minimum tuition starts from 50,000 UAH, which the Rector considers an objective price for a quality diploma. 🎓💸

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Dormition Cathedral of Kyiv Pechersk Lavra with golden domes against a clear sky — subject of conservation and restoration

The Dormition Cathedral of the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra has been conserved: restoration plan and international aid

Culture 06/25/2026, 22:11

The Dormition Cathedral of the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra has been conserved following an attack by Russian drones. Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the roof has been covered and announced international aid for the restoration of the temple. 🔥🇺🇦

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Rapper Jeezy in black t-shirt and gold chain against stage lighting, linked to news about his visit to Israel and Ukraine embassy's condemnation

Jeezy in Israel: The Ukrainian Embassy Calls the Rapper's Visit Immoral and Demands a Boycott

Culture 06/25/2026, 21:35

Ukraine condemned the visit of rapper Jeezy to Israel. The embassy called the invitation of the artist, who supports the war, immoral and called for a boycott. Diplomats reminded of the NSDC sanctions and sent a note of protest to the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. 🇺🇦🚫🎤

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Death of a Personal Brand: Expert Assesses the Consequences of the Scandal for Olga Martynovskaya and Her Future on 'MasterChef'

Culture 06/25/2026, 21:11

Influencer marketing expert Tatyana Savitskaya believes that the scandal involving Olga Martynovskaya's confessions has dealt a fatal blow to her reputation. According to the specialist, restoring a personal brand is practically impossible, and the 'MasterChef' project will replace the host to avoid risking the show's image. 📉📺

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Dasha Kvitkova with her son Lev in a mirror selfie: both smiling, boy making peace sign gesture

Dasha Kvitkova Reveals the Secret of Vladimir Brazhko's Relationship with Her Son Lev

Culture 06/25/2026, 19:04

Dasha Kvitkova admitted that Vladimir Brazhko managed to earn the trust of her son Lev through simple everyday moments and sincerity. The blogger revealed details of their "men's business" and shared her philosophy of love based on safety, not loud gestures. 🤍👨‍👦

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Mika Newton in a red feathered suit during an interview about returning to Ukraine, health, and song rights

Mika Newton on returning to Ukraine: health, song rights, and working conditions

Culture 06/25/2026, 06:16

Mika Newton spoke about the difficulties of returning to Ukraine: song rights, health, and financial issues. The artist does not rule out concerts, but everything depends on medical indicators and agreements with her former producer. 🎤🇺🇦

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Visitor in darkness contemplating a giant digital installation with abstract pink forms at the Dataland museum

Dataland: Google and Refik Anadol Open the World's First AI Art Museum

Culture 06/24/2026, 20:16

Dataland has opened in Los Angeles — the world's first AI art museum by Google and Refik Anadol. 🤖🎨 The 2,300 m² exhibition reacts to viewers' emotions, changing light, sound, and even scents in real time. 🌿🌌

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