An Afro Soul version of Stromae's song "Papaoutai," likely created by AI, debuted at 168th place on the global Spotify chart. This caused outrage among the artist's fans due to the personal nature of the original song.
Every year on January 17, World Pizza Day is celebrated, a dish that has become part of global culture. Neapolitan pizza is included in the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list.
Spanish singer Julio Iglesias has denied accusations of sexual and physical abuse, calling the women's statements "an absolute lie. " The Supreme Court of Spain has received documents in the case, which may be heard in Madrid.
Matthew McConaughey has trademarked the phrase "Alright, alright, alright. " This will allow him to control the use of his voice and image created by artificial intelligence.
The Chinese New Year in 2026 will fall on February 17, marking the 4723rd year according to the Eastern calendar. The celebrations will last two weeks, concluding on March 3.
On January 15, the finalists of the competition for the Taras Shevchenko National Prize of Ukraine 2026 were determined. In total, 36 participants will compete for victory in 13 nominations.
Actor Michael Keaton has been selected as the recipient of the prestigious "Man of the Year 2026" award by Harvard University's Hasty Pudding Theatricals association. The traditional "Pudding Pot" ceremony will take place on February 6.
John Forte, known for his collaboration with the Fugees, was found dead at his home. The cause of death of the 50-year-old artist is being investigated by forensic experts.
Netflix plans to change the terms of the deal to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery assets, switching to an all-cash payment. This will accelerate the sale process, which has been ongoing for several months and has faced resistance from regulators and competitors.
The Head of the Ministry of Culture of Ukraine, Tetiana Berezhnaya, and the Minister of Culture of Cyprus, Vasiliki Kassianidou, discussed the preservation of Ukraine's cultural heritage and the development of cooperation. Cyprus invited Ukraine to a meeting of EU culture ministers in 2026.
KHAYAT became the tenth finalist of the Eurovision 2026 National Selection based on the results of voting in Diia, garnering 32. 41% of the votes. Over 280,000 Ukrainians participated in the voting.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine welcomed the cancellation of the screening of the RT propaganda film in Switzerland. Minister Andriy Sybiha emphasized that freedom of speech cannot be a cover for disinformation.
Mstyslav Chernov's film "2000 Meters to Andriivka" has been included in the longlist for the BAFTA 2026 award in the "Best Documentary Film" category. Out of 61 submitted films, 10 made it to the list.
The Ministry of Culture has updated the National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage, adding three elements related to the traditions of Bukovyna and the Lemko community. These additions include Easter ritual breads, kyselytsia (a traditional dish), and the kryvulka (a women's chest ornament).
On January 12, believers honor the memory of the holy martyr Tatiana of Rome. This holiday has deep spiritual roots and folk traditions.
At the 83rd Golden Globe Awards, Paul Thomas Anderson's film "Battle for Battle" won several awards, while the series "Adolescence" became the leader among television projects.
During excavations in Bononia (modern Vidin), a golden ring of fidelity weighing 23. 63 grams was discovered, dating back to the late 2nd – early 3rd century AD. The artifact, depicting a married couple, symbolized partnership and lifelong commitment in Roman culture.
American actor Daniel Stern, known for his role in the film "Home Alone," was fined in California for attempting to order escort services. The incident occurred on December 10, and the actor received a fine and a court summons.
The 83rd Golden Globe Awards will take place on January 11 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel amidst political tensions. The film "Battle by Battle" leads in nominations.
Bob Weir, guitarist and vocalist of Grateful Dead, has died at the age of 78 after a long battle with cancer. The musician was a key architect of the band's unique sound.
Hollywood actors Meagan Good and Jonathan Majors have become citizens of Guinea after confirming their genetic heritage. The ceremony took place in Conakry, where the couple plans to visit tourist attractions.
A rare copy of "Action Comics No. 1," which belonged to Nicolas Cage, has sold for a record $15 million. This 1938 comic, stolen in 2000, set a new absolute record for value.
For the first time, K-pop artists and projects have received nominations in the "Big Four" Grammy categories. Rosé and Bruno Mars are nominated for "Record of the Year" and "Song of the Year," and the group Katseye for "Best New Artist."
In its 8th week of screening, the film "You Are Space" grossed UAH 58. 95 million, with a total audience of 318,514 people. The film is confidently approaching the list of the highest-grossing Ukrainian films.
Ukrainians can choose the tenth finalist of the National Selection for Eurovision 2026; voting will last from January 8 to 13. You can vote in the Diia application among six proposed performers.
Ukraine has announced the names of nine songs by the finalists of the national selection for Eurovision 2026. The tenth finalist will be chosen via the Diia app, and the live presentation of the songs will take place on January 15.
The Ministry of Culture of Ukraine has handed over St. Nicholas Roman Catholic Church in Kyiv to the Roman Catholic community for use for 50 years. This decision will allow masses to be held and investments to be made in the restoration of the church.
In 2025, Russians damaged 307 monuments and 261 cultural infrastructure objects in Ukraine. In total, since the beginning of the war, 1640 cultural heritage sites and 2446 cultural infrastructure objects have been destroyed.
Tarr's distinctive features were long, hypnotic shots. His career ended after the release of "The Turin Horse" in 2011.
In Hungary, the burials of three elite warriors, approximately 1,100 years old, have been discovered, with DNA analysis confirming their paternal kinship. The men were buried in the 920s or 930s, likely after participating in military campaigns in Italy.
