Marina Slivenko

Marina Slivenko

Culture and Society Columnist
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Covers culture and society. She received her higher education in foreign languages, so she willingly works with foreign sources and tracks how the same events are presented in different countries.

She writes about cinema, music, books, exhibitions, fashion, and social trends. Sometimes she takes on international politics — where the event concerns people and culture, not just diplomacy.

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Students in a classroom solving math problems on paper, illustrating the current NMT system that will change from 2027

Math will no longer be mandatory: how the NMT will change from 2027

Culture 06/03/2026, 13:59
From 2027, mathematics may no longer be mandatory for all NMT applicants. The Verkhovna Rada has proposed leaving only two mandatory subjects — Ukrainian language and History — while allowing students to choose the third subject themselves. The goal of the reform is to keep young people in the Ukrainian education system and simplify the admission process. 🎓🇺🇦
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Marco Rubio speaks about the cancellation of exemptions for Russian oil

Rubio: Exceptions for Russian oil will be lifted as soon as possible

Politics 06/02/2026, 21:37
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed Washington's desire to lift temporary exemptions for Russian oil as soon as possible. 🇺🇸🛢️ According to the politician, sanctions remain a long-term strategy, and concessions were introduced only to stabilize the market. Kyiv previously warned that easing the regime would only strengthen the military potential of the RF. 🇺🇦⚠️
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