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Vadym Yatsenko on the Verevka Choir: 'This is not backing vocals' — reform plans and rejection of 'folklorism'

Culture 06/30/2026, 19:18

Vadym Yatsenko, the new artistic director of the Verevka Choir, acknowledged the neglected state of the ensemble and promised reforms. The conductor rejected the role of 'backing vocals' for pop stars and announced collaboration with Ukrainian clothing brands. 🎶🇺🇦

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Dasha Kvitkova Reveals Makeup Secrets for Extreme Heat: Ditching Foundation and Betting on a 'Bare' Face

Culture 06/30/2026, 10:13

Dasha Kvitkova reveals the secret to perfect makeup in the heat: the star ditched foundation creams in favor of a 'bare' face and hydration. Find out how to keep your skin healthy and fresh in extreme temperatures. ☀️💧

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How Natalka Denisenko's Son Reacted to Her Engagement to Yury Savransky: "Yura Is Already My Husband"

Culture 06/29/2026, 22:00

Natalka Denisenko revealed details about her son's reaction to her engagement to Yury Savransky. Andryusha took the news calmly and stated that Yura is "already his husband" since he has long been part of the family. Find out how the proposal went at the Temple of Apollo! 💍👦

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Vadym Yatsenko leaves Lviv Opera: Farewell to the 'school of life' and a new challenge with the Verevka Choir

Culture 06/29/2026, 16:32

Conductor Vadym Yatsenko leaves the Lviv National Opera after 8 years of work. The artist thanked his colleagues for the 'school of life' and has already headed the National Verevka Choir. 🎶🇺🇦

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Kyiv instead of Kiev: How Sagrada Familia Became Part of the Global Toponym Standardization Campaign

Culture 06/29/2026, 15:59

Sagrada Familia replaced a stained glass window with the inscription "Kiev" with "Kyiv" — this is part of the global #KyivNotKiev campaign. The changes were coordinated with Catalan authorities and comply with UN norms. 🇺🇦🏛️

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"It's Part of Our History": Igor Tselip on Why Sofia Rotaru's "Chervona Ruta" Will Remain a Legend Forever

Culture 06/29/2026, 14:20

Ukrainian singer Igor Tselip admitted that he grew up on Sofia Rotaru's songs and considers the composition "Chervona Ruta" part of national history. The artist is convinced: this legend does not need to be remade, it needs to be preserved. 🎤🇺🇦

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Bloggers, Athletes, and Artists: Who Received the Main Awards at BLOGGERS AWARDS 2026

Culture 06/29/2026, 14:10

🏆 Stasia Makeeva — Blogger #1 of Ukraine 2026! Oleg Mashukovsky and Misha Lebiga are also at the top. Plus — the couple Bogomolovs received an award for the best duo. Who else won? Read the full list! 📸✨ #BLOGGERSAWARDS2026 #Ukraine #Bloggers

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Ukraine ranks last in Europe for GTA VI affordability: how many hours of work are needed to buy the game

Culture 06/29/2026, 14:06

🇺🇦 Ukraine ranks last in Europe for GTA VI affordability: you need to work 31 hours to buy the game. In Luxembourg — only 1.5 hours. 🎮💸 #GTA6 #Games #Economy

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Summer Fashion 2026: How MamaRika and Elena Svetlitskaya Wear Monochrome Outfits

Culture 06/29/2026, 10:44

Summer 2026 dictates its own rules: MamaRika and Elena Svetlitskaya show how to wear monochrome outfits. 🌞 From beachy beige chic to fiery urban style — we break down the season's main trends. 🔥👗

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Nikita Snovida becomes the new 'MasterChef': how a 21-year-old from Samara defeated Alina Kuzmenko in the superfinal

Culture 06/28/2026, 22:32

🏆 Nikita Snovida becomes the new 'MasterChef'! A 21-year-old from Samara won the superfinal of the 17th season, presenting the restaurant concept 'Under the Skin of Ukrainian Land'. 🍽️ Alina Kuzmenko showed a strong performance, but the judges gave preference to Nikita. #MasterChef #Culinary #Ukraine

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Posthumous honors and awards for contributions: how Zelenskyy marked Constitution Day

Culture 06/28/2026, 18:41

President Zelenskyy signed a decree awarding cultural figures for Constitution Day. Among the laureates are Mikhail Klimenko and Stepan Higa, awarded posthumously, as well as Andriy Bednyakov, who personally received an order. 🇺🇦🎖️

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Andrey Fedinchik on Natalka Denisenko's engagement: 'My ex-wife's personal life does not concern me'

Culture 06/28/2026, 15:49

🎬 Andrey Fedinchik commented on Natalka Denisenko's engagement: 'My ex-wife's personal life does not concern me'. The couple chose snow-white images for the celebration in Turkey, while the actress's ex-husband emphasized that they only communicate for the sake of their son. 💍✨

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Dasha Kvitkova and Vladimir Brazhko: How the Wedding of the Blogger and Footballer Went

Culture 06/28/2026, 12:53

👰‍♀️💍 Dasha Kvitkova and Vladimir Brazhko got married! The couple showed touching moments from the wedding: rings, kisses, and the son's participation. This is the blogger's second marriage — the first was with Nikita Dobrynin. #wedding #dashakvitkova #vladimirbrazhko

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Tony Cragg Awarded the 2026 European Cultural Prize: Triumph of the Sculptor Bridging Britain and Germany

Culture 06/28/2026, 02:56

British-German sculptor Tony Cragg has become the laureate of the 2026 European Cultural Prize 🏆. The ceremony will take place in Amsterdam in September. Experts call this decision a symbol of preserving European cultural integration despite political changes. 🇪🇺🎨

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Brad Pitt and Ines de Ramon: Why the 'Oscar' is in no hurry to remarry despite family merger

Culture 06/28/2026, 02:51

Insiders have revealed details of the relationship between Brad Pitt and Ines de Ramon: the couple lives together and is integrated into the family, but a wedding is not planned. 🏰💍 Experts link the refusal to marry with the actor's heavy experience of divorce from Angelina Jolie and the desire to avoid legal risks. 📉👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

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Supergirl Box Office Flop: Why the New DC Blockbuster Failed to Meet Expectations

Culture 06/28/2026, 02:36

The new DC blockbuster "Supergirl" flopped at the box office, grossing only $39 million in its first weekend instead of the expected $60+. 📉 The film lost the lead to "Toy Story 5" and faced criticism. This puts the profitability of the project, with a budget of nearly $186 million, at risk. 🎬💸

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Madonna in Paris: Provocative Outfit, Wardrobe Malfunction, and New Album Promotion Strategy

Culture 06/27/2026, 13:24

Madonna sparked an emotional storm at Paris Fashion Week: a sheer dress, a wardrobe malfunction, and a scandal with paparazzi. Experts are sure: this is not a coincidence, but part of a brilliant marketing strategy ahead of the release of the album Confessions II. 🕶️🇫🇷

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Safety First: How KPI is Bringing Students Back to Classrooms and Balancing Online and Offline Learning

Culture 06/27/2026, 12:06

KPI is bringing students back to classrooms, but only under the condition of safety. Rector Anatoliy Melnychenko explained how the university balances between online and offline, invests in shelters, and insists on in-person learning even for IT students. 🎓🛡️ #KPI #Education #Safety

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