Andrey Kosynko

Andrey Kosynko

World Affairs, Politics and Sports Columnist
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International PoliticsShipping and LogisticsMaritime TopicsFootball

Graduated from the maritime academy and spent most of his life on voyages. He has seen ports all over the world, so he judges global events not from the TV: he knows what sanctions, wars, and fuel prices look like from the deck and from a port city.

He writes about international politics, economics and logistics, shipping, and maritime incidents. In his free time, he is an avid fan, so he regularly writes about football as well.

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Actress Hayden Panettiere at amfAR event in red blazer — last known photo before tragic death in South Carolina

Hayden Panettiere Dies at 36: Details of the Tragedy in South Carolina

Incidents 08/17/2026, 16:59
🚨 Tragic news: Hayden Panettiere has died at the age of 36. The actress was found unconscious in Greenville (South Carolina). Medical personnel were unable to save her. 🔍 Police found no signs of foul play, but the dispatcher's recording mentions an "overdose". The official cause will be known after the autopsy. 💔 The family had already lost her son in 2023. She leaves behind an 11-year-old daughter.
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Shopper selects a laptop in an electronics store amid price hikes due to the AI boom in 2026

AI Boom Hits the Wallet: Why Laptops and Graphics Cards Are Rising in Price Faster Than TVs in August 2026

Economy 08/17/2026, 15:55
💸 The AI boom has driven up tech prices in Ukraine! Laptops and graphics cards are rising faster than TVs due to a chip shortage. Why this is happening and what to expect from prices in the future — let's break it down in detail. 📉 Graphics cards first got cheaper, but now they are rising again. 📺 TVs are holding on for now, but growth is inevitable. 🧠 AI data centers are buying up memory, leaving consumers with no choice. #Economy #Technology #Prices #Ukraine #AI
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Viktor Berezutsky at the stadium during Euro 2024, wearing UEFA EURO 2024 badge

Rebrov and Berezutsky on the Same Court: Meeting of the UAF Vice-President with a Former Russian Footballer in Spain

Sports 08/17/2026, 15:04
🇺🇦 UAF Vice-President Serhiy Rebrov played padel in Spain with former Russian national team defender Vasyl Berezutsky. 🇷🇺 Video from Marbella caused a scandal: Rebrov and Berezutsky played as a pair. Berezutsky, who condemned the war, returned to Russia at the end of 2025 and coached "Ural". 🤔 #Rebrov #Berezutsky #UAF #Football #Scandal
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Family looks at the destroyed Izmail train station building in Ukraine, amid threats of conflict escalation and drone debris on the Danube

Romania drawn into the conflict: drone debris and threat of escalation on the Danube

Politics 08/17/2026, 13:30
🇷🇴 Romania records an increase in Russian drones near the border — a consequence of attacks on Ukrainian ports on the Danube. Debris falls on Romanian territory. 🛡️ Ukrainian Air Defense shot down most UAVs, but the threat remains. 🚀 Romania will receive new weaponry under the SAFE program to detect drones at low altitudes. ⚠️ NATO confirmed a drone shot down over Romania — the first such case. #Romania #Ukraine #Drones #NATO #Danube
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A group of people on a pier observes smoke from a distant ship, symbolizing threats to the grain corridor and the role of the Ukrainian Navy in its protection in 2026

Ukrainian Navy: First Half of 2026 Results and Strategy for Protecting the Grain Corridor

Politics 08/17/2026, 12:57
🇺🇦 The Ukrainian Navy has summarized the first half of 2026: 350,000 nautical miles and 7,000 sorties. Vice Admiral Neizhpapa stated that the main priority is protecting the grain corridor and the coast. 🚀 New UAV interceptor units and modern simulators for crew training have been introduced. ⚠️ Despite reports of success, on August 17, Russia struck the port of the Odesa region, damaging a vessel under the flag of Togo. 📉 The fleet's main priority is preserving the lives of sailors and protecting civilian shipping.
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Traditional wooden houses in the Carpathians against green mountains — example of budget accommodation for August 2026

Carpathians in August 2026: from 750 to 4000 UAH. How rental prices have changed and where to find budget holidays now

Economy 08/17/2026, 12:47
🏔️ Holiday prices in the Carpathians in August 2026: where costs tripled and where they dropped to a minimum. 📉 Verkhovyna became the cheapest direction (750 UAH/day), but prices fell by 70% over the year. 📈 Dragobrat and Volovets prices skyrocketed: from 900 to 2800 and 2000 UAH respectively. 💰 Bukovel maintains the lead at 4000 UAH/day. Full rental market analysis on XAB.info 👇
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Russian President Vladimir Putin in deep thought, discussing the situation with the frigate 'Admiral Kasatonov' in the Baltic Sea.

Russian Frigate 'Admiral Kasatonov' in the Baltic: Response to EU Threats or Escalation?

Politics 08/17/2026, 12:41
🚨 Escalation in the Baltic: Russia Strengthens Fleet Amid EU Threats 🚢 The frigate 'Admiral Kasatonov' armed with 'Zircon' hypersonic missiles has arrived in the Baltic Sea. 🗣️ Putin threatened a 'mirror response' to the seizure of 'shadow fleet' vessels. 🧠 Experts: Moscow is creating uncertainty to deter the West. #Russia #Baltic #Navy #Putin #Geopolitics
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UN Tourism representative speaks about Safe Destinations Challenge to an audience in a formal setting

Ukraine as a Global Testing Ground: UN Tourism Launches Safe Destinations Challenge to Save Tourism in Conflict Zones

Politics 08/17/2026, 10:14
🇺🇦 UN Tourism launches the global Safe Destinations Challenge in Ukraine. Zainab Al-Nuways visited Kyiv for the first time in 10 years. Ukraine is recognized as a leader in tourism safety during crises. Startups can submit solutions for tourist protection by September 30, which will be tested in Ukraine and scaled globally. 🌍🛡️ #UNTourism #TravelSafety #Ukraine
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