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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Trump: US Will Not Strike Iran Before Midterm Elections

Politics 10/08/2026, 20:10

President Trump has delayed military actions against Iran until the November 3 midterm elections, citing productive negotiations despite conflicting reports on peace efforts.

"Only Memories": Valeriia Polianska from "The Bachelor" Shared Her Family's Story from Bakhmut

Culture 10/08/2026, 19:35

"The Bachelor" contestant Valeriia Polianska shared her family's Bakhmut story on her birthday, showing archival photos and launching an IDP fundraiser.

"Emily in Paris" Star Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu Wows Public in Ukrainian Brand Dress

Culture 10/08/2026, 18:45

French actress Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu from "Emily in Paris" appeared in public wearing a white maxi dress by Ukrainian brand BEVZA priced at 32,000 hryvnias.

"I am very lucky": Olena Shoptenko opens up about life in Austria, marriage to an Austrian, and a new profession

Culture 10/08/2026, 18:05

Famous Ukrainian choreographer Olena Shoptenko spoke about life in Vienna, a wedding with an Austrian in an old castle, and introducing dance therapy for Ukrainians.

Rare Vinyl Records and New Releases: Kyiv to Host Second Vinyl Market

Culture 10/08/2026, 17:27

On October 10, Kyiv will host the second Vinyl Market fair in the Sense Hub Kyiv courtyard. Visitors can find rare records, new releases, and chat with collectors.

Klopotenko Defends School Lunches After Scandal in Chernivtsi: "I Don't Consider the Reform a Failure"

Politics 10/08/2026, 15:59

Yevhen Klopotenko commented on the school lunch scandal in Chernivtsi, stating that individual shortcomings do not mean the entire nutrition reform has failed.

Boombox and 'We Are of the Same Blood' Release Charity Clothing Collection to Save Soldiers

Culture 10/08/2026, 15:53

The Boombox band and the 'We Are of the Same Blood' project introduced a charity clothing collection with song quotes to purchase medical equipment.

Transformers Star Shia LaBeouf Getting Divorced: Mia Goth Files Court Papers

Culture 10/08/2026, 15:36

Actress Mia Goth has officially filed for divorce from Shia LaBeouf, listing their date of separation as July 2025 and seeking custody of their daughter.

Dua Lipa Curates Special Program for London Literature Festival 2026

Culture 10/08/2026, 15:17

Dua Lipa is curating a special program for the London Literature Festival, running from October 20 to November 1, 2026, featuring iconic contemporary authors.

"It was not easy": Vyacheslav Kravtsov described his first impressions of filming the show "The Bachelor"

Culture 10/08/2026, 14:58

The main hero of the 15th season of "The Bachelor", Vyacheslav Kravtsov, shared his impressions of filming the first party, noting difficult weather conditions and personal insights.

Scarlett Johansson at the Center of a Creepy Investigation: Teaser for the New 'Exorcist' Released

Culture 10/08/2026, 15:00

The first teaser for the horror film The Exorcist: Martyrs starring Scarlett Johansson has been released. The film is directed by horror master Mike Flanagan.

Zelenskyy: Give Ukraine Sky Superiority, and Putin Will Come to the Negotiating Table

Politics 10/08/2026, 14:57

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged the US to lift Starlink restrictions and help Ukraine gain sky superiority, calling it a core condition for talks with Putin.

Nobel Prize in Literature Laureates Announced: Who Won the Award This Year

Culture 10/08/2026, 14:10

The Nobel Committee has named the 2026 Literature Prize laureate. Canadian writer Anne Carson received the award for her innovative work and dialogue with classics.

Protest at Recruitment Office in Khmelnytskyi Over Conscription of 25-Year-Old Man: Details

Politics 10/08/2026, 13:39

A protest rally was held outside the Khmelnytskyi recruitment office over the conscription of a 25-year-old student. The military stated the mobilization was lawful.

170 Songs and No Release Date: Rihanna Hints at the Scale of Her Music Archive

Culture 10/08/2026, 13:32

Rihanna hinted at the scale of her music archive by mentioning 17 track vaults, which fans calculated to be 170 songs, though an exact release date for R9 remains unannounced.

Iconic Sweets of the 2000s: Remembering 'Banana Shtuchka', 'Kuzya', and 'Yuzhnaya Noch'

Culture 10/08/2026, 13:23

Looking back at iconic 2000s sweets in Ukraine: from the fate of the 'Shtuchka' bar to the disappearance of 'Kuzya' and 'Yuzhnaya Noch' candies. We analyze attempts to bring them back.

In Gold and With a Golf Club: Giant Trump Statue Installed in European Parliament

Politics 10/08/2026, 13:14

A 2.6-meter golden Trump statue titled 'The Orange Plague' has been installed in the European Parliament in Strasbourg, sparking widespread debate.

Free Admission to Kyiv Museums: Where to Go Without a Ticket in October 2026

Culture 10/08/2026, 12:53

In October 2026, residents and visitors of Kyiv can enjoy free admission to several city museums during the second half of the month, including memorial estates and national institutions.

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