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Golden domes of the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra against the Dnipro River: view of the monastery after the reopening of the Far Caves for pilgrims

The Far Caves of the Lavra are open again: how pilgrims will be able to visit the ancient shrine after the destruction

Culture 07/14/2026, 19:08
The Far (Theodosius) Caves of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra are open again to pilgrims after a long break and war damage. 🇺🇦🕊️ Access is currently limited: until August 15 — only on weekends, groups up to 12 people. This is a step towards restoring access to the ancient shrines ahead of the monastery's 1000th anniversary. #Lavra #Kyiv #Pilgrimage
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Olya Polyakova in a gold dress and platinum blonde bob against sparkling blue curtains — symbol of her VSK performance and Eurovision controversy

Olya Polyakova testified at the VSK: why she was barred from Eurovision and who else faced discrimination

Culture 07/13/2026, 20:17
Olya Polyakova testified at the VSK and accused Eurovision organizers of discrimination due to rules introduced retroactively. The singer cited examples of a selective approach towards Jamala and Meladze, as well as her own contract termination with Russia in 2015. The artist is ready to take the case to court to regain her right to participate. 🎤⚖️🇺🇦
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