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The mistake that cost a contract: why Olga Martynovska's apologies didn't work

Culture 06/17/2026, 21:35

PR expert Alena Garmash explains why Olga Martynovska's apologies failed to save her reputation and led to the termination of her contract with the brand TM Savory. The star's main mistake was that she apologized for people's offense but did not admit guilt for the act itself. A breakdown and analysis of the communication failure in the article.

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Eurovision 2026 Winner Dara: Triumph in Vienna and Scandal in Baku

Culture 06/17/2026, 21:24

Eurovision 2026 winner Dara has found herself at the center of a scandal due to her performance at the Dream Fest festival in Baku. The event's lineup features Russian stars and former Ukrainian artists, which has provoked a strong reaction. Previously, the singer was accused of ties to the "Kirkorov team," but she has refuted these rumors.

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Without labels: a quarter of Ukrainians consider themselves simply Orthodox, not adherents of a specific church

Culture 06/17/2026, 14:22

A sociological study from 2026 showed: 26% of Ukrainians consider themselves simply Orthodox, without choosing a specific church. In the south, this figure is even higher — 34%. Meanwhile, the share of atheists among the youth has reached 30%. 📉🕯️

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Last chance for first-graders: document submission for schools in Kyiv continues for the 2026/2027 academic year

Culture 06/17/2026, 11:49

The main stage of admission to 1st grades in Kyiv has concluded, but parents who missed the deadline to submit documents can do so until the start of the academic year. The Kyiv City Council assured that there are enough places in schools for all those who wish. 🏫📝

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Wedding in the Rain: How Yevhen Klopotenko and Kateryna Voskresenska United Four Regions of Ukraine in One Celebration

Culture 06/16/2026, 23:11

Chef Yevhen Klopotenko revealed details of his wedding to Kateryna Voskresenska: the celebration took place in the rain at the Botanical Garden and included rituals from four Ukrainian regions. The couple considers rain a sign of fertility and blessing. 🌧️💍

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Tom Holland Confirms Secret Wedding to Zendaya: 'They Were All There'

Culture 06/16/2026, 22:45

🎬 Tom Holland finally confirms secret wedding to Zendaya: 'They were all there'. The actor admitted he found his person and feels protected by her side. 💍👰‍♀️ #TomHolland #Zendaya #HollywoodWedding

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Dan Houser: Finishing the Story Isn't Mandatory — The World Must Live

Culture 06/16/2026, 20:38

Dan Houser from Rockstar Games stated that finishing the story is not mandatory: the main thing is the enjoyment of the world. 🎮 Writers admit that freedom of action and hidden Easter eggs are more important than the final credits. 🌍✨

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Bitter Loss: Actress Ece Yurtment from 'Cranberry Sherbet' Dies the Day After Her 35th Birthday

Culture 06/16/2026, 20:35

Tragic news from Turkey: the star of the series 'Cranberry Sherbet', Ece Yurtment, died at the age of 35. The actress passed away in her apartment the day after celebrating her birthday. 🥀🇹🇷

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Stasia Rovinskaya lost 15 kg: how the Ukrainian star's figure changed

Culture 06/16/2026, 20:32

Stasia Rovinskaya shocked fans with her transformation: the star honestly told how she lost 15 kg and feels more confident. 🏋️‍♀️✨ Find out more about the TV host's new lifestyle!

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Olga Sumska on life in Kyiv under shelling: 'Ready to kiss the chestnuts' and not leaving for the sake of theater

Culture 06/16/2026, 19:48

Olga Sumska admitted that she lives in Kyiv a kilometer from the shelling zone and does not plan to leave for safety. The actress told how she experiences explosions in Lukianivka and why theater is more important to her than fear. 🇺🇦🎭

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Masha and the Bear Goes Global: Netflix Acquires Rights to New Seasons

Culture 06/16/2026, 18:19

Netflix has officially acquired the rights to new seasons of "Masha and the Bear." 🐻📺 The animated series will be available in more than 100 countries, including the US and Europe. Experts note that this decision is dictated by the project's consistently high ratings among preschoolers worldwide. 🌍👶

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Netflix to adapt bestseller 'Icebreaker' into a series: Hockey player, figure skater, and Olympic ambitions

Culture 06/16/2026, 16:37

Netflix has announced the creation of a series based on Hannah Grace's bestseller 'Icebreaker' 🏒🧊. The story of love between a hockey player and a figure skater dreaming of the Olympics is already in development. Amanda Lasher ('Gossip Girl') will be the showrunner, and viewers are waiting to see who will make it into the cast! 🎬

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Solomiya Vitvitska Awaiting Her Firstborn: Touching Photos and Confession from Her Military Fiancé

Culture 06/16/2026, 15:27

Solomiya Vitvitska celebrated her birthday while awaiting her firstborn! 🤰🇺🇦 The host showed touching photos in a Ukrainian style, and her military fiancé Alexey Sityalo confessed his love to her, noting that he values her not as a star, but as a person. The couple talked about their feelings and plans for the future. ❤️

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Oksana Voyazh Reveals a Shocking Story from the Past: How a Wealthy Fan Tried to Buy Her Career

Culture 06/15/2026, 21:58

Oksana Voyazh told RBC-Ukraine about a frightening experience communicating with a wealthy fan. The man tried to buy her career with expensive gifts and threatened to "remove" competitors, but the singer rejected his offers. 🎤💰🚫

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Ann Wedgeworth, the actress who played the mother in 'ALF', has passed away after 55 years of marriage

Culture 06/15/2026, 15:34

Legendary Ann Wedgeworth, who played the mother in the series 'ALF', has passed away. The actress died at the age of 77, leaving behind a husband with whom she lived for 55 years and a rich creative legacy. 🖤🎬

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Fire and History: The Dormition Cathedral After the Attack and the Struggle to Restore the Heritage of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra

Culture 06/15/2026, 14:49

On the night of June 15, the Dormition Cathedral of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra suffered from a Russian attack. Reserve Director Maksym Ostapenko explained how the Lavra is being liberated from 300 years of MP influence, fighting against legal manipulations and ideological falsifications. 🔥🇺🇦

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Bachelorette finalist Dmitry Shevchenko in uniform: how a trainer with 350 fights chose service in the border guards

Culture 06/15/2026, 14:40

🎂 Bachelorette finalist Dmitry Shevchenko chose service in the border guards at 42! 🇺🇦 The trainer with 350 fights continues the "Body Psychology" project and serves with honor. #Bachelorette #Ukraine #Army

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