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They want to install it on the site of Lenin, and invite Trump to the opening: everything known about the Washington monument in Kyiv

People's Deputies propose to install a monument to Washington on the site of the former Lenin monument. The opening is planned for the 35th anniversary of Ukraine's Independence and the 250th anniversary of the independence of the United States.

Society • March 12, 07:49 PM • 421600 views

The works of Taras Shevchenko have been translated into Bengali for the first time

A collection of poems by Taras Shevchenko has been published in Bengali. This is the first translation from the Ukrainian original into any South Asian language.

Culture • March 11, 10:22 PM • 17638 views

The weather in Ukraine today will please: forecasters promise warmth up to +18

In Ukraine, warm weather is expected on March 9 without significant precipitation. The temperature at night will range from +3 to -2, during the day it will rise to +13...+18 degrees, on the coast of the seas +7...+12.

Society • March 9, 04:50 AM • 16598 views

Taras Shevchenko's birthday and International DJ Day: what is celebrated today

Today marks 211 years since the birth of Taras Shevchenko. His works have been translated into over 100 languages, and monuments have been erected in 35 countries around the world from Brazil to China.

Society • March 9, 04:30 AM • 21257 views

Zhadan, Tregubova, Tata Kepler: Famous Ukrainians recite little-known poems Executed revival

Serhiy Zhadan, Akhtem Seitablaev, and other cultural figures joined the #unread_poems project. The initiative aims to revive the work of little-known poets who were killed in the 1920s and 30s.

Society • February 18, 03:48 PM • 46418 views

Philanthropists restored 19th-century houses in the National Reserve “Taras Shevchenko's Homeland”

The National Reserve “Taras Shevchenko's Homeland” restored authentic buildings of the XIX century. Philanthropists renovated the roofs of houses in Kerelivka, the museum complex in Morintsy, and repaired a historic windmill in Budyshche.

Society • November 5, 04:00 PM • 16986 views

Cabinet of Ministers made personnel changes in three ministries and approved appointment to the RMA

The Government of Ukraine has appointed new Deputy Ministers of Agrarian Policy and Veterans Affairs, as well as the State Secretary of the Ministry of Culture. The Deputy Minister of Culture was dismissed, and personnel changes in the Kyiv region were approved.

Politics • October 8, 10:56 AM • 13782 views

Odesa-Kyiv train will change its route: what is known

Train #148/147 Odesa-Kyiv will change its route from October 22 to December 4 due to repair work. Passengers are offered alternative travel options with transfers at intermediate stations.

Society • October 7, 10:10 AM • 13616 views

Russians hit infrastructure in Kherson region, 6 wounded

The enemy attacked 17 settlements of Kherson region, including Kherson. Critical infrastructure, residential buildings and social facilities were damaged, and 6 people were injured.

War • August 14, 05:38 AM • 26387 views

Rada proposes to rename Brovary to Brovari: draft resolution registered

BP proposes to rename the city of Brovary as part of decolonization efforts aimed at eliminating traces of Russification of Ukrainian toponyms, as recommended by the National Commission for state language standards.

Society • June 21, 06:37 PM • 98876 views

In Kherson region at night shot down 3 "Shaheds", Russians hit a hypermarket, 4 wounded

Over the past day, several settlements in the Kherson region, including the city of Kherson, were subjected to enemy shelling and airstrikes, as a result of which residential buildings, a hypermarket, garages and cars were damaged, 4 people were injured, and 3 Drones were shot down by air defense forces.

War • June 7, 05:27 AM • 25161 views

The award for the best EIT participants will not be awarded this year: the Rada made a decision

The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has decided not to award the award to the best EIT participants in 2024 due to changes in the organization of the entrance campaign. 5 million hryvnias allocated for the bonus, decided to redirect to military needs.

Society • June 6, 11:37 AM • 15911 views

Ombudsmen of Romania and Ukraine discuss minority rights, equal rights of citizens and language policy

A roundtable discussion was held with the participation of the Ombudsmen of Romania and Ukraine to discuss the creation of a commission on national minority rights, equal rights of citizens and language policy.

Society • May 28, 11:47 PM • 108323 views

The Ministry of culture demands to deprive the ex-head of the Lesya Ukrainka theater of the title of Academician

The Ministry of culture demands to deprive the former head of the Lesya Ukrainka theater Mikhail Reznikovich of the title of Academician of the National Academy of arts of Ukraine for cooperation with Russian institutions after he fled Ukraine during a full-scale invasion.

Society • May 22, 09:29 AM • 21249 views

Explosions were heard in occupied Mariupol: situation was "hot" in the area of the enemy's base

In occupied Mariupol, Ukraine, there were explosions and smoke near the Russian base, which prompted the occupation forces to redeploy and intensify inspections.

War • May 1, 01:49 PM • 18668 views

The National Pavilion of Ukraine was opened at the Venice Biennale

The National Pavilion of Ukraine at the 60th Venice Biennale explores the themes of war, emigration, adaptation and linguistic transformation through four projects that symbolize collective resistance to Russian aggression.

Culture • April 19, 03:37 PM • 18525 views

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy awards Alain Delon with the Order of Merit for Ukraine

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy awards French movie star Alain Delon with the Order of Merit for supporting Ukraine since the beginning of the full-scale Russian invasion.

Politics • April 19, 07:57 AM • 55371 views

Writer and public figure Dmytro Kapranov dies

Ukrainian writer and public figure Dmytro Kapranov died on April 16, according to the Kapranov brothers' page.

Crimes and emergencies • April 16, 11:36 AM • 18997 views

A record for the largest reading of Taras Shevchenko's poem "Katerina" is set in Ukraine

A record is set in Ukraine for the largest mass reading of Taras Shevchenko's poem Kateryna with 210 participants from 22 countries, organized by the Ministry of Culture and Information Policy.

Culture • March 12, 09:11 AM • 23872 views

Japanese Ambassador recited Shevchenko's poetry

On the 210th anniversary of Taras Shevchenko's birth, Ambassador of Japan to Ukraine Matsuda Kuninori honored the great Ukrainian poet by reciting a part of his poem "The Prophet", earning gratitude from Internet users for their respect for Ukrainian culture.

Society • March 9, 07:29 PM • 48625 views

The first international stamp dedicated to Kobzar was issued

To mark the 210th anniversary of Taras Shevchenko's birth, Ukrposhta, in cooperation with the Embassy of Kyrgyzstan, issued the first international stamp dedicated to the Ukrainian poet.

Culture • March 9, 05:15 PM • 31654 views

Shevchenko Prize 2024: winners announced

President Zelenskyy has approved the list of winners of the prestigious Taras Shevchenko National Prize of Ukraine for 2024, recognizing artists, poets, journalists, composers, and theater figures for their outstanding contribution to the development of culture.

Culture • March 9, 01:52 PM • 32701 views

Ukrainians are invited to join flash mob on the occasion of Taras Shevchenko's 210th anniversary: details

Ukrainians are invited to join a flash mob to mark the 210th anniversary of Taras Shevchenko's birth by reading aloud random excerpts from his book Kobzar and sharing videos/photos with the texts on social media.

Culture • March 9, 11:54 AM • 32222 views

The ICIP told how the Information Security Strategy is being implemented and outlined the main priorities of the work

The Ministry of Culture discussed the state of implementation of the Information Security Strategy, countering Russian disinformation and propaganda, informing citizens in the de-occupied territories, and building an effective system of strategic communications to protect Ukraine's information space.

War • March 8, 10:10 PM • 61434 views

Demonstrations demanding the release of Ukrainian prisoners held by Russia will be held in Berlin and Hamburg on March 9

On March 9, demonstrations will be held in Berlin and Hamburg to demand the return of Ukrainian military and civilian prisoners held by Russia, as well as compliance with the Geneva Conventions on the treatment of prisoners.

Society • March 7, 07:08 PM • 31706 views

Weather station, wind turbine, flower clock: the winners of the "Time to Act, Kanivshchyna!" contest have set up a geographical playground on the site of a vacant lot

The former wasteland in Kaniv, Cherkasy region, has been transformed into an open-air ecological and naturalistic center by the Kaniv Secondary School No. 1 named after Taras Shevchenko with the support of the MHP-Community Charitable Foundation and the Education Department of the Kaniv City Council.

Society • February 19, 03:29 PM • 23325 views

The winners of the Shevchenko Prize 2024 have been determined

The Committee has determined the winners of the Taras Shevchenko National Prize of Ukraine for 2024, but will announce the names and works only after the publication of the presidential decree.

Culture • February 6, 07:18 PM • 27433 views

No critical situation at the stations of the "blue" metro line - KCSA

There is no critical situation at the stations of the "blue" line of the Kyiv subway, there is no threat to human life.

Society • December 20, 01:34 PM • 44990 views

A Selection of Films About the Life of Jesus Christ: 9 Movies Based on the Most Famous Biblical Story

The State Statistics Service reported how much the prices for Easter cake ingredients have increased in a year

Easter 2025: where and when to watch the online broadcast of church services

President Zelenskyy imposes sanctions against Kremlin propagandists and manufacturers of Iskander missiles: who is on the list

The European Business Association calls on the authorities to strengthen the fight against "gray" imports of equipment

The Ombudsman will consider the complaint of the head of the anti-corruption committee against ARMA for concealing information

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The US is ready to stop trying to make peace between Ukraine and Russia if there is no progress - Rubio

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Russia's response regarding peace in Ukraine will be this week - Trump

Extreme border crossing: man tried to illegally leave Ukraine in an oil tank

Taras Tsymbalyuk will become the main character of the show "The Bachelor"

A 16-year-old was beaten and the abuse was filmed on a phone: three men in the Kyiv region were notified of suspicion

In Kharkiv, the number of people injured in the Russian attack has increased to 112, including 9 children

Fire on the Sumy-Kyiv train: rescuers revealed details and showed photos of the burned carriage

A Selection of Films About the Life of Jesus Christ: 9 Movies Based on the Most Famous Biblical Story

Easter services in the Vatican: how Catholics celebrate the Resurrection

Enrollment in first grades for the 2025-2026 academic year: what you need to know

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