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.

Articles

Ukrainian star in boho-ethno style at Viriy. Prostoneba festival 2026: black dress with open neckline, metal necklace and face studs

Viriy. Prostonеba: How Ukrainian Stars Styled Boho and Ethno-Chic at the Main Festival of Summer 2026

Culture 08/10/2026, 03:30
🎭 The «Viriy. Prostonеba» festival in Kyiv became a platform for the boldest fashion experiments! Ukrainian stars — from actresses to KAZKA lead singers — showed how boho, ethno-chic, and casual can become the language of cultural dialogue. From corsets with fringe to total white looks with feathers — every look told its own story. 🌿✨ #ViriyFest2026 #EthnoChic #KyivFashion
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Port of Tartus in Syria: view of docks and ships symbolizing the end of Russian military presence

End of an Era: Russia Officially Ends Military Presence in Syria. Khmeimim and Tartus — Under Damascus Control

Politics 08/10/2026, 00:45
🚨 HISTORIC TURN: Russia Officially Ends Military Presence in Syria! 🇷🇺🇸🇾 Today, August 9, 2026, it was announced that the Khmeimim airbase and the port of Tartus are being transferred to the full control of Damascus. 📉 What is changing: • Bases lose military status and become training centers. • Khmeimim Airport passes to civilian use. • Implementation deadline — just 3 months. 📉 Context: This is the end of the 11-year era of Russian dominance after the fall of Assad in 2024. Syria is moving closer to the West, demanding the withdrawal of foreign bases. Moscow is forced to compromise to maintain at least some influence. #Syria #Russia #Khmeimim #Geopolitics #WorldNews
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Missile launch amid stockpile depletion: Pentagon declares emergency production mode

Pentagon activates emergency production mode: 21-day deadline for defense industry amid missile stockpile depletion

Politics 08/09/2026, 23:39
🚨 Pentagon activates emergency mode for defense industry: 21-day deadline Amid missile stockpile depletion in the conflict with Iran, Deputy Pentagon Chief Steve Feinberg demanded urgent production acceleration from Lockheed Martin and RTX. 📉 Patriot missile stockpiles dropped by 65% (<827 units remaining). 📉 THAAD stockpiles nearly halved. The Trump administration is requesting $1.5 trillion from Congress, but the bill is blocked. The Pentagon has already signed a $58.6 billion contract to triple missile output by 2030. #USA #Pentagon #War #Iran #MilitaryBudget
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Dried riverbed with stranded ship and sandbar — symbol of record 2026 drought in Hungary and Romania

Water is worth more than gold: How the record drought of 2026 paralyzed the energy systems of Hungary and Romania

Politics 08/09/2026, 16:22
⚠️ CRISIS IN EUROPE: The record drought of 2026 led to a critical drop in the levels of the Danube and Rhine. Hungarian and Romanian NPPs are reducing output due to a lack of cooling water. Lighting of the parliament was turned off in Budapest, and a state of emergency was declared in Romania. Logistics and agriculture are paralyzed. 🌍🔥⚡️
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Missile on display as a symbol of depleted arsenals of the US and allies due to the war with Iran

Depleted Arsenal: How the War with Iran Left the US and Allies Defenseless

Politics 08/09/2026, 15:56
🚨 The US faces a critical shortage of surface-to-air missiles following the war with Iran. Patriot arsenals are depleted, and deliveries to Europe and Asia have been postponed. 🇺🇸 The Trump administration denies the problem, but experts warn: Russia and China may exploit US weakness. 🇺🇦 Ukraine is at risk: On August 5, not a single one of the 28 Russian missiles was intercepted. Replenishing US stockpiles will take more than 2 years. #USA #Iran #Ukraine #MilitaryCrisis
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US Vice President JD Vance against the backdrop of their national flags, symbolizing the strengthening of US-India strategic partnership following a pivotal phone call

Vance and Modi: A Phone Call Defining a New Phase of US-India Strategic Partnership

Politics 08/09/2026, 15:46
🇺🇸🇮🇳 US Vice President JD Vance held a phone call with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The leaders discussed deepening the strategic partnership against the backdrop of the crisis in West Asia. Key topics: 🔹 Energy security and critical minerals. 🔹 New technologies and defense cooperation. 🔹 Strengthening positions in the Indo-Pacific region. The parties agreed to expand cooperation in strategic supply chains. #India #USA #Geopolitics #Vance #Modi
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Blonde woman in white shirt holding cash with bills falling around — symbol of genetic wealth code per August 2026 astrological forecast

Astrological forecast for August 2026: which Zodiac signs have the genetic code for wealth

Culture 08/09/2026, 12:15
🔮 Astrologers have named the Zodiac signs with the greatest potential for wealth in August 2026. Taurus, Capricorn, and Virgo topped the ranking thanks to their practicality and discipline. But there are those who risk losing money due to emotions or adventures. Find out what sign you are and how to use your astrological advantages! 💰✨ #horoscope #astrology #wealth #zodiacsigns
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Young woman with curly hair holds a Tarot card over her eye, surrounded by candles and a crystal ball — mystical atmosphere for August 9th forecast

Tarot forecast for Sunday, August 9: From 'The Emperor' to 'The Wheel of Fortune' — who is fate preparing surprises for

Culture 08/09/2026, 06:19
🔮 Tarot forecast for Sunday, August 9, 2026: Who will draw 'The Emperor', and who should wait for 'The Wheel of Fortune'? Astrologers have given recommendations for all zodiac signs. For some, this is a day of decisive actions and financial news, while for others, the cards advise trusting intuition and not believing first impressions. 👉 Read the full card analysis and advice for each sign in our article.
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Donald Trump at a press conference discussing drilling in Greenland without government permission

Breakthrough or Provocation? Trump's Company Begins Drilling in Greenland Without Government Permission

Politics 08/09/2026, 05:29
⚡️ **CRISIS IN GREENLAND:** Trump's company starts drilling without government permission! 🛑 🔹 Greenland Energy delivered equipment to the island, ignoring Nuuk's ban. 🔹 Greenlandic authorities issued a "strong warning": no licenses exist! 🔹 A trillion dollars of oil is at stake, but the project violates environmental norms. 🔹 Europe is shocked: against the backdrop of annexation statements, this looks like a provocation. 📉 The situation is heating up: a ship with 300 containers is expected to arrive on September 12.
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