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Oleg Skripka and Orchestra Le Grand "Shchedryk".

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Oleg Skripka and Orchestra Le Grand "Shchedryk".  "Shchedryk" performed by Oleg Skripka became the new New Year cartoon of the same name directed by animator Stepan Koval in the genre of plasticine 3D-animation. "Shchedryk" performed by Oleg Skripka was recorded in two languages - Ukrainian and English last year. The idea is of Sasha Lirnyk. Scenario painting "Shchedryk" - a Christmas story of a young boy who becomes acquainted with the most important holiday of the Earth, traveling in time from the modern city of the ancient fairy tale village where gray days blooming colorful paints joy - rotating adults to children, and the children grow up and are good people. It took 150 kg of the modeling clay and 100 kg of salt to create this film .

An-124 flight.

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One of the flights of  Antonov An-124  Ruslan The aircraft uses  oleo strut  suspension for its 24 wheels. The suspension has been calibrated to allow landing on rough terrain. and is able to kneel to allow easier front loading. [18]  The plane has an onboard  overhead crane  capable of lifting up to 30 tonnes of cargo, and items up to 120 tonnes can be winched on board. [19] Antonov 225 Landing in Fairbanks, Alaska

Ukrainian airplain Antonov’s Airlifter Heritage

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An-2 Antonov’s first and most enduring design was the An-2 light utility transport, a rugged biplane powered by a 1,000-hp Shvetsov Ash-61 radial engine and with tailwheel landing gear. The An-2, given the NATO reporting name Colt, first flew from Novosibirsk on Aug. 31, 1947. Overall, 17,000 An-2s were produced in the Soviet Union, Poland and China (as the Y-5). Reengined with a 1,375-shp Glushenkov TVD-20 turboprop, the An-3T was certified in 2000. An-12 Relocated to Kiev, Ukraine, in 1952, Antonov in 1957 flew both the An-8 twin-turboprop military transport and An-10 four-turboprop passenger airliner. But one of the company’s most important designs also flew in December that year, the An-12 four-turboprop tactical transport—the Soviet equivalent to the Lockheed C-130 Hercules. With the NATO reporting name Cub, more than 1,240 An-12s were produced in Irkutsk, Voronezh and Tashkent. China’s Y-8 transport is based on the An-12.   An-14 A light short-takeoff-

List of old and new names of streets Kiev.

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  Kyiv community began to rename of 122 streets.  Three names have returned their historical names , another 23 streets can be renamed if a decision will be made at public discussions. Map of renamed streets in Kyiv. List of old and new names of streets Kiev: New name   - Old name   Azerbaydzhanska - Vul. Bakіnskih komіsarіv   Allie Gorskoї  - Czeslaw Bєlіnskogo   Anatolіya Lupinos - Vul.- Gorky (Solom'yansky district)   Antonovich -Vul. - Gorky   ARSENALNY Square. - Geroїv Arsenal   Baggovutіvska - Vul. Budonnogo  Marshal Bіlokur Katerini - Vul. Bosch Evgenіi Braychevskogo Michael - Vul. Metalworkers   Brovarsky Avenue. - 60 rіchchya Zhovtnya   Tabloid-Kudryavska - Vul. Vorovskogo   Butishіv province. - vul. Іvanova Andrіya   Vavіlovih - Vul. Vavіlova   Vasilenko Mykoly - Vul. Vatchenko   Vvedenska - Vul. Ratmanskogo   Great Vasilkіvska - Vul. Chervonoarmіyska   Vіdradny Avenue. - Chubar   Vifleєmska - Vul. Akademіka Shlіhtera   Voznes

Ukraine - Slovenia, on-line Soccer / UEFA - EURO Qualifiers

Ukraine - Slovenia, on-line  Soccer / UEFA - EURO Qualifiers

Antonov An-178

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It looks familiar, because the An-158 100-seat airliner was shown at Dubai last time, but this is a very different airplane. The military gray color scheme is a clue, for this is a freighter equipped with a rear loading ramp. Typical payloads include three “Humvee” vehicles, 72 troops, 68 paratroops or 40 stretchers plus 30 walking wounded. Not that military use is exclusive: Volga-Dnepr freight airline provided design and marketing advice, and Antonov expects civil operators to order a significant number. Silkway of Azerbaijan has signed for 10 and there is talk of a possible Chinese production line. The prototype, here on show, first flew on May 7 this year and was initially shown at Paris the next month.

Lomachenko defended his title, defeating Mexican Romulo Koasichu (25-5, 15 KOs)

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World champion by the WBO featherweight champion Vasyl Lomachenko (5-1, 3 KOs) confidently defended his title, defeating Mexican Romulo Koasichu (25-5, 15 KOs). Lomachenko dominated in ring in each of the rounds, showing excellent footwork, speed and variety of attacks. Total in battle Ukrainian threw 383 jabs and power punches 334, of which 334 targets achieved. In Koasicha total 607 strokes, of which only 75 beautiful. A final point in the match put the Ukrainian in the tenth round accurate kick left to the body - knockout.

Ukrainian Barbie starts carrier in DJing

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Ukrainian Barbie starts carrier in DJing. The Ukrainian woman who become a 'human barbie doll' has just announced her move into the celebrity DJ world and we realy think she can get far in this bussiness.  She startss her " DJ mission with futuristic deep house and space disco". The Space Barbie Tour which will be hitting up America, Japan, China, Australia and Europe, and will play next music: "pure deep meditation", "amazing sounds" and a "mudras show". Valeria, who  claims to be from another planet , goes on to explain: " The DJ sessions will ressemble  a fascinating musical journey into the deep space. Valeria will be using special words from ancient languages, which will result in a meditation right on the dance floor. During her performance the Human Barbie will show special signs with her hands demonstrating a deeper immersion into the atmosphere." Apparently an EP of her music will be available soon, w

American kids try different candy from around the world - they tried also Ukrainian Candy "Mr.Fizzy"

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American kids try different candy from around the world - they tried also Ukrainian Candy "Mr.Fizzy" .  That's the sweet experiment conducted by  Cut.com  who decided to give a number of children candies from exotic places such as Finland, Thailand and the Philippines, Ukraine. Ukraine provides the next sweet sampler with a selection of Mr. Fizzy Candy, mixed hard candies with a fruity, fizzy filling 'You guys are gonna want to put that in your mouth and hold it for a while,' the children are told. 'It's sizzling in my mouth!' Melody says. 'What on earth is this?' questions Vanessa as she wildly flaps her hands in the air. 'It's amazing!' she proclaims Candy «Mr.Fizzy Mix» produced in Ukraine by Roshen factory.  See original web site. http://roshen.com/en/products/asia/hard-candies-asia/candy-fizzy-mix-2258/

MH17 Crash - English Spoken

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MH17 Crash - English Spoken  It is common practice for the Dutch Safety Board to include a rationale for its investigations in its reports. For the publication of the MH17 reports the Board has opted not to do so for each report individually, but instead to provide a single document covering all of the various investigations. This document, entitled About the Investigation, will be published simultaneously with the reports.On Tuesday 13 October 2015 the Dutch Safety Board will publish its reports on the investigation into the crash of flight MH17. Below, we provide an overview of the course of events.

Ukrainian company "Motor Sich" is preparing to release a new attack helicopter designed on the basis of the Soviet Mi-2

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Kyiv, September 25 - Ukrainian company "Motor Sich" is preparing to release a new attack helicopter designed on the basis of the Soviet Mi- 2 .  The helicopter , named Mi- 2MSB - V, has a new engine, equipped with rockets blocks and equipped with several automatic grenade launchers . It has installed 7.62 - mm machine gun . It is also equipped with a helicopter unit with heat traps. Left exhaust outlet on had a homemade screen, which is already nicknamed to " kitchen hood ." From minuses there is a lack of guided weapons ( for example, an analog of the American anti-tank Hellfire) and modern sighting means. The helicopter can be relatively efficiently used as a scout away from the main forces of the enemy.  

Lomachenko in swimming pool building up conditions for next fight.

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In preparation for a fight with Mexican Romulo Koasichem , which will be held on November 7 in Las Vegas in the arena Thomas & Mack Center , Vasyl Lomachenko exercising in the pool. On November 7 in Bradley (01/01/32, 12 KOs) vs Rios (01/02/33, 24 KOs) will be fight Vasyl Lomachenko (4-1, 2 KOs) vs Romulo Koasicha (25-4 , 15 KOs).

Mood between Obama and Putin visibly icy.

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Mood between Obama and Putin visibly icy. When Obama said the toast from the podium  he went with a glass to his place at the table meet Ban Ki-moon and some other politicians but ignored the Russian president.

The warrior Cossacks of Ukraine.

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The warrior Cossacks of Ukraine. For hundreds of years, a tiny island in the Dnieper River provided sanctuary to a legendary group of warriors - Ukraine's Zaporozhian Cossacks. The men moved to Khortytsia in the 15th Century in search of freedom and democracy, as Andriy Kravets from the BBC's Ukrainian service reports. More video see on BBC website: http://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-34292278

Winter On Fire: Ukraine's Fight for Freedom - Trailer - A Netflix Documentary

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Winter On Fire: Ukraine's Fight for Freedom - Trailer - A Netflix Documentary 

The Crimean legend of hidden in a mountain cave golden cradle Altyn beshik

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There Crimean legend of hidden in a mountain cave golden cradle Altyn beshik. It was depicted on the arms of the Principality of Theodoro Mangup . Some consider it the missing Holy Grail or the cradle in which Jesus was born. The cave, which stores Altyn beshik, can also be a symbol of the womb, it admitted herself to her children, to hide them from the enemy and then again to revive. This is a symbolic image of the Crimean Tatar "tree of life", and he Crimea - the cradle of the indigenous people -krymskih Tatar homeland character and attitude to it as a relic in the desire to preserve for future generations, the revival, the link between generations, the power of folk traditions, loyalty behalf ideals honor, freedom and independence. There are many assumptions about where in the Crimea kept Altyn beshik: the cave of the same name near the village of Kuchuk-Suresnes (Malosadovoe) Bakhchisaray district Binbash Koba on the northern slope of Chatyr-Dag mountain Isar, Bor-

7 facts about childhood and youth the head of UOC

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7 facts about childhood and youth the head of UOC Ukrainian Orthodox Church. on 17 August  it is a year since the enthronement of Metropolitan of Kiev and All Ukraine Onufriya. To the anniversary of the enthronement of Metropolitan Onuphrius Information Center UOC has made selection of facts from public sources about the childhood and youth of the head of Ukrainian Orthodox Church. From the family of priests: The present Patriarch of UOC (Onufriy - Orest Volodymyrovych Berezovsky) was born in the family priest. His brother was also a priest. As a child present UOC wanted to be like Basil the Great . His father told him how this saint became his pray when the sun is shining it in the back, and when finished the prayer, the sun already shone in the face. But then, according to Onufriy  he forgot about it and raised so as all children. The Church and the game of football: As a child, the future Metropolitan Onuphrius always attended church, but not always  he liked it, he admits

Defence Secretary Michael Fallon announces UK will step up Ukraine training

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With no one story dominating the headlines today, news of note for defence includes coverage of the Secretary of State’s visit to Ukraine, and announcement of further enhancements to the UK training programme for the Ukrainian armed forces. Ukraine In the papers there is coverage of the Defence Secretary’s trip to the Ukraine yesterday, where he described the conflict as a "red hot" war that shows no sign of ending soon while visiting Prime Minister Yatseniuk and Defence Minister Poltorak. Reporting is included in   the  Daily Telegraph , The Times, the Financial Times,  Daily Mail , and  The Independent , as well as on the  BBC News website . The coverage focuses on the Defence Secretary’s announcement that Britain will step up the training of Ukrainian forces fighting Russian-backed separatists in the east of the country, and add further defensive infantry skills, such as detecting landmines, to help reduce casualties from the conflict. The papers say that t

New photos of Barbie from Odessa

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Valeria Lukyanova   everyone knows more like Barbie Odessa   publish ed n ew photos. She shows her doll's shapes and never stops to give advice to fans.  This time, Valeria told why for some girls sport does not help in losing weight :   Often people spend a lot of time on sports and doing it for years. And without results . Why is this happening? Often due to big appetite . Due to the presence in the diet of saturated fats , simple carbohydrates , and other food junk. As long as it is present in your diet , it is difficult to get rid of the layer of fat. What sense to train, if a person consumes more calories than it spends ? The person simply calms himself doing sports and not progressing because he is a slave of his stomach.  Recently Luk'yanova also  appeared on the famous Cosmopolitan magazine in India.    

Live UN MH17

Live UN MH17, UN Security Council to Vote on MH17 Draft Resolution.  Russia set to veto MH17 UN resolution.

MH-17 Commemoration concert in Kyiv

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A commemoration concert for MH-17 took place in Kyiv. The concert was attended by President Poroshenko, Prime Minister Yatsenyuk, Vice Prime Minister Zubko, Minister of Foreign Affairs Klimkin, Chief OSCE-Monitor Apakan, Head of Recovery Mission Aalbersberg, the Diplomatic Corps and the Dutch community (including the Dutch business community) in Kyiv, among others. Led by the Dutch conductor Jeroen Weierink, the Liatoshynsky Classical Music Ensemble gave a modest but touching performance of Mozart’s Requiem, and several other pieces. In addition to contributions of the Dutch, Malaysian and Australian Ambassadors, President Poroshenko held a probing speech. The President was visibly moved by the ceremony, something he told the same night during his phone call with Dutch Prime Minister Rutte.  The concert took place in the National Organ and Chamber Music Hall, a Roman-Catholic church in the center of the city, well-known for its impressive gothic architectu

Onufry is in Atlanta USA

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Onufry is in Atlanta USA.  On Wednesday 22 July 2015 Metropolitan Onufry of Kyiv and All Ukraine arrived at the Atlanta for the 18th All-American Council .  On July 23 Metropolitan Onufry celebrates Divine Liturgy along with the host of bishops of the Orthodox Church in America , and then took part in the V plenary session of the 18th All-American Council , which focused on the spread of Orthodox mission .  Addressing the participants of the Council thanked   Archbishop Tikhon for the invitation and stressed the role of the missionary activity of St. Herman of Alaska in spreading the Orthodox faith in North America. He arrived not for money or treasure but only the love of Christ and the joy of eternal life - the Gospel - said the Primate of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church .

New schemes in Kiev's Metro

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Designers volunteers " Agents of Change " developed   new schemes for the Kiev Metro. The new location is twice bigger than the previous . W e found that the size of 120 cm is preferred. This makes it easy to place the scheme in different carriages.  Unlike the old patterns of text is now located horizontally. This simplifies reading the inscriptions. Around the text is now more space , so the station names do not stick together in a solid mass . Also, the designers have identified interchanges between direct metro line. Agents of changes to the new scheme " cultural place ": important historic and cultural buildings, which are located next to metro stations. T he most noticeable difference from the previous scheme and similar schemes with other metro - we showed landmarks are located near metro stations. Inside the team we jokingly call it " cultural layer ". This is not a list of monu

Ukrainian painter Daria Marchenko created a picture of the "Face of War".

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Ukrainian painter Daria Marchenko created a picture of the " Face of War" , picture of  president of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin. The painter has used about 5,000 cartridges from automatic , rifles, machine guns , which were brought from the area of ATO in Donbass region.  Daria Marchenko : - Each element of this portrait could take or save a soldier's life , one way or another it is his destiny. Painter encourages to think anyone before they picks up a gun about  the role of the bloody political ambitions in the history of civilization, and that nothing is more precious than human life. 

The trident from 10-11 century - coat of arms of Ukraine was found in Russia.

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Suspension from 10-11 century with a personal mark of Rurik ovichi was  found during the examination at the settlement Kleschin , Pleshcheeva lake in the surroundings Pereslavl in the Yaroslavl region .   Scientists say that the suspension is quite rare ( total scientists have known little more than 50 such symbols ) was a symbol of royal authority and confirming the authority of its bearer .  Finding trapezoidal metal pendants with princely sign of the trident indicates that the new settlement to the north-east of Kievan Rus , at the end of 10-11 centuries controlled the princely power and have high status. Since we got only half of the suspension, to determine what exactly is the sign belonged to Prince , it is impossible , but it can be assumed that this is the trident of Vladimir , Yaroslav , or someone from their closest relatives, who reigned in the 10-11 centuries.  The trident shape - a shape were signs