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 lab studying equipment, illustrating the importance of supporting education and increasing scholarships in Ukraine to 4000 hryvnias

Scholarships in Ukraine to Rise to 4000 UAH: New Grant Rules and Benefits for Frontline Regions

Politics 08/12/2026, 15:18
🇺🇦 From September 1, 2026, scholarships in Ukraine will rise to 4000 UAH! 🎓 Minimum scholarship in universities — 4000 UAH. 🏫 In colleges — from 3020 to 4394 UAH. 💰 Grants for contract students: from 17 to 25 thousand UAH (for frontline regions — +50%). 🏆 Top graduates with 185+ NMT points will receive 10,000 UAH/month. #Ukraine #Education #Scholarships #Students #NMT2026
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Collage of three stylish outfits for late summer: a dress with a tropical print, a top with a leopard pattern, and pants with a floral design

End-of-Summer Wardrobe: 6 Stylish Looks That Are Easy to Recreate

Culture 08/12/2026, 14:13
🌟 End-of-Summer Wardrobe: 6 Stylish Looks That Are Easy to Recreate! 🌸 American fashion blogger Tanya Stevens showed the items that fit her wardrobe best. Wide-leg pants with a floral print, a cream top with an animal print, a plaid vest with a peplum, and a midi dress with a palm print — all of this is perfect for the last warm days. 💼✨ #Fashion #Style #SummerOutfits #TanyaStevens
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Crying woman surrounded by armed soldiers during a street mobilization raid in Omsk

«Sirius 55» and Street Raids: How Omsk Became a Testing Ground for Forced Mobilization in 2026

Politics 08/12/2026, 08:24
🚨 Omsk, August 2026: Mass detentions of men on the streets have been recorded in the region with the aim of forcibly signing contracts with the Ministry of Defense. 📍 Case: A 31-year-old man, detained for drinking alcohol, was taken to the "Sirius 55" recruitment center and forced to sign a contract under pressure. ⚖️ Reaction: The prosecutor's office demands "additional documents," ignoring complaints from relatives. A similar scheme is operating in Penza. 🔮 Context: Experts consider this a test before the upcoming "rapid" mobilization after parliamentary elections. #Omsk #Mobilization2026 #Sirius55 #Penza #War
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Fighter in black balaclava with AK-47 on board of a ship in the Red Sea — symbol of Houthi threat, against which Saudi Arabia formed a naval coalition

Saudi Arabia forms a naval coalition of 14 countries against Houthis: how the balance of power in the Red Sea will change

Politics 08/12/2026, 03:27
🚨 Saudi Arabia has formed a naval coalition of 14 countries against the Houthis! 🌊🛡️ The alliance aims to restore shipping safety in the Red Sea, disrupted by the Houthi blockade. Egypt, Turkey, Pakistan, and other countries have joined. The UAE and Israel are not participating due to regional conflicts. The Houthis threaten "full-scale escalation." #SaudiArabia #Houthis #RedSea #NavalCoalition
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British flag and Big Ben against a grey sky — symbol of London seeking direct dialogue with Moscow after the La Manche incident

London asks Moscow for direct dialogue with the military: how the La Manche incident forced Britain to rethink its strategy

Politics 08/12/2026, 01:06
🇬🇧 London seeks a path to Moscow: Britain wants to restore military communication channels with the RF after the frigate incident in the English Channel. 🚢 In June 2026, a Russian vessel opened fire on a British yacht. This forced London to realize the risks of the absence of direct communication. 📉 🔹 Dialogue between the military has not been held for 4 years. 🔹 Ambassador Crompton: Russia is provoking NATO in Eastern Europe. 🔹 Britain wants to see Ukraine in NATO, but there is no consensus. London is ready to use diplomatic channels to prevent escalation. 🤝
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Political scientist and expert discuss proposal for civil service access through military service

Access to public service through the army: political scientist proposes changing criteria for appointing officials

Politics 08/12/2026, 00:38
🔴 Political scientist Taras Zagorodny proposed restricting access to public service for men without military service experience. In his opinion, army experience should become a mandatory condition for officials and politicians. However, lawyers note that this contradicts Article 38 of the Constitution. There are no official comments from the authorities yet. 🇺🇦 #Ukraine #PublicService #Legislation
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The National newspaper front page dated August 11, 2026, featuring a headline about Scotland voting for independence under PM Burnham and a photo of Richard Burnham.

52% vs 48%: Scotland on the Brink of a New Split, but London Has Already Closed the Doors

Politics 08/12/2026, 00:33
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Scotland on the Brink of a Split: A new poll shows that 52% of residents are ready to vote for independence! 📉 🇬🇧 However, London has responded with a refusal. Prime Minister Andy Burnham stated that there will be no second referendum. 📊 The figures of 2026 contradict the results of 2014, but legal barriers remain insurmountable. #Scotland #Referendum #UnitedKingdom #Politics
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