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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Shoppers browse clothes in a charity shop, where staff face questions like 'Do you have this in another size?'

«Do you have this in another size?»: Stacy, the «Queen of Preloved», reveals the phrase that drives charity shop staff crazy

Culture 08/13/2026, 16:30
👗 Charity shop employee Stacy, known as Queen of Preloved, revealed which phrase drives second-hand shop sellers crazy. It turns out that the question «Do you have this in another size?» is the main trigger, as items in such shops are unique and come in single copies. Experts remind: try on clothes, don't look for a size chart! #secondhand #shopping #lifestyle #styler
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Glass jar of homemade pickles and a delicious burger with pickles on a wooden board

American Standard: How to Make Perfect Pickles for Burgers at Home

Culture 08/13/2026, 15:46
🍔 Burgers like in a restaurant? The secret is in the cucumbers! We found the recipe for perfect pickles with onions and mustard. 🥒 Crunchy, aromatic, and with a golden hue — ready in 10 minutes. Learn how to marinate cucumbers correctly so they don't fall apart and perfectly complement your homemade burger or shawarma. 👇 #recipe #burger #cooking #pickles
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Ukrainian POWs wrapped in national flags prepare to board a bus for exchange

"Fattening" for the camera: how Russia prepares prisoners for a "humane" exchange

Politics 08/13/2026, 15:10
🇺🇦 Andriy Pasternak revealed a shocking Russian practice: prisoners are "fattened" before exchange to create a fake image of humanitarianism. 🚫 This is part of psychological torture: some are starved, while others are fed for photos. 📉 Ukrainians return exhausted, while Russia displays "healthy" prisoners as proof of compliance with norms. 🌍 Russia is launching a new info-campaign, attempting to discredit Ukraine in the West. #Ukraine #PrisonersOfWar #Pasternak #SBU #Infocampaign
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Rafael Grossi, head of IAEA, in a business suit against a modern interior, discussing the future of the UN

«The UN is slowly dying»: IAEA Chief Rafael Grossi makes a stark statement about the organization's future

Politics 08/13/2026, 12:16
🚨 SHOCK Statement from IAEA Chief Rafael Grossi: «The UN is slowly dying». In an interview with Financial Times, Grossi noted the loss of relevance of the UN and the organization's inability to resolve modern conflicts. Experts link this to his ambitions to take the post of UN Secretary-General. 🔹 Grossi: «UN mechanisms have degraded». 🔹 Context: Battle for the chair in New York. 🔹 Problem: Veto in the Security Council blocks any reforms. Read the full analysis in our longread! 👇
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Specialists carry out work at an energy facility amid threats to the gas transport system ahead of winter 2026

Blow to Gas: Intelligence Warns of Threats to GTS and Imports Ahead of Winter 2026

Politics 08/13/2026, 08:51
🚨 Intelligence warns: Russia is preparing strikes against gas. 📉 GUR MO confirmed that in autumn and winter 2026, the GTS and extraction facilities in the Poltava and Kharkiv regions will be under attack. ⚠️ Nodes for gas import from Europe and withdrawal from storage are at risk. 💰 Reserves of 14 billion cubic meters may not be enough; additional purchases are needed (minimum 400 million euros). 💧 Strikes against water supply are also not ruled out. #Energy #Gas #Intelligence #Ukraine2026
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in his office with the Ukrainian flag in the background, discussing the critical shortage of Patriot missiles for air defense

Critical Air Defense Deficit: Zelenskyy States Ukraine Has Only 1% of Required Patriot Missiles to Counter Russian Ballistics

Politics 08/13/2026, 08:07
🚨 Zelenskyy: Ukraine has only 1% of required Patriot missiles! 🇺🇦🇺🇸 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated in an interview with CNN that the country has only a tenth of the required missile defense systems to deter Russian attacks. According to him, 5% would be enough to survive the winter, while 10% would be enough to destroy all Russian ballistics. 📉 In 2026, interceptors are 2.5 times fewer than in 2025. 📞 Zelenskyy: 'I do things I cannot share.' 🤔 Trump's promises about producing Patriots in Ukraine remain in question. #Ukraine #AirDefense #Zelenskyy #Patriot #Russia
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Caroline Leavitt at White House press briefing before stepping down as Press Secretary

Caroline Leavitt steps down as White House Press Secretary: childbirth and new roles in Trump's team

Politics 08/13/2026, 02:09
🇺🇸 Caroline Leavitt is stepping down as White House Press Secretary at the end of August 2026 due to the birth of a child. 🤰 She will become one of Trump's chief external advisors and an influential voice in the Republican Party. 🗳️ Trump noted her contribution to the fight for justice and freedom since 2018. #WhiteHouse #CarolineLeavitt #DonaldTrump
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Oksana Cherkashyna in the makeup room in costume for the new season of the series '1670' on Netflix

Ukrainian Actors Andriy Neshcheret and Oksana Cherkashina in the New Season of Polish Hit «1670» on Netflix

Culture 08/13/2026, 01:03
🎬 Ukrainian actors Andriy Neshcheret and Oksana Cherkashina in the new season of the Polish hit «1670» on Netflix! 🇺🇦🇵🇱 Neshcheret plays the Holy Fool with the gift of foresight, Cherkashina — the only female warrior. The series combines satire, history, and modern themes. Season 3 release — August 5, 2026! #1670 #Netflix #Ukraine #Poland #Cinema
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Sean Penn on the set of a political thriller about the sabotage of the 'Nord Stream' in Zagreb

Sean Penn and Adrien Brody in Zagreb: Filming a Political Thriller about the Nord Stream Sabotage

Culture 08/12/2026, 23:40
🎬 Filming of the political thriller "Snake Island" with Sean Penn and Adrien Brody is underway in Zagreb! 🇺🇦🇺🇸 🔥 Director Doug Liman is shooting a story about the sabotage of "Nord Stream". 📍 Barricades, military equipment, and actors in Ukrainian uniforms on the streets of Zagreb. 🏆 Both actors are active supporters of Ukraine. Penn even skipped the "Oscars" for a trip to Kyiv in March 2026. 📅 The premiere date has not yet been announced, but the film has already become a sensation. #SnakeIsland #SeanPenn #AdrienBrody #DougLiman #CinemaNews #UkraineSupport #FilmProduction
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Symbolic image of a digital filter and data protection in the context of new EU migration rules

Czech Republic Introduces 'Digital Filter': How New EU Rules Disrupt Illegal Migration Schemes and Why This Does Not Apply to All Refugees

Politics 08/12/2026, 23:00
🇨🇿 Czech Republic Introduces 'Digital Filter': Protection Denied to Dozens of Men Without 'Rezerv+' 🔥 As of August 5, 2026, new EU rules are in effect in the Czech Republic. Men aged 23-60 without confirmation of military registration do not receive status. 🚫 FAKE: 'This applies to all refugees' — in reality, existing statuses are renewed without checks. 📉 Goal: Reduce the burden on the budget and stop 'economic migrants'. 🇺🇦 Kyiv Supports: This will help return men to the front and the economy.
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Donald Trump making a decision on total control of the Strait of Hormuz, leading to the collapse of Iran's economy

Trump's "Steel Wall": Total Control of the Strait of Hormuz and the Collapse of Iran's Economy

Politics 08/12/2026, 22:50
🚨 Trump's "Steel Wall": The US announces total control of the Strait of Hormuz! President Trump declared the collapse of Iran's economy and the defeat of its navy. But is it really that simple? 🤔 🔹 The blockade works: Iran's oil exports have dropped to zero. 🔹 Inflation in Iran: +300%. 🔹 But Iran does not surrender: mine warfare and proxy attacks continue. 📉 Oil prices are rising, the world is on the brink of an energy crisis. #Iran #Trump #StraitOfHormuz #Oil #Geopolitics
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