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Each country has a number of attributes that distinguish it from others, namely: flag, anthem, coat of arms, national heroes and historical characters. But if we talk specifically about a visual symbol, then, naturally, it is a flag. The British flag is rightfully considered the most popular, because its design solution has repeatedly adorned clothes, interior items and many other accessories of the most popular people in the world

American Roma are considered one of the most closed societies in the world. It is not customary for them to allow outsiders into their environment. But, nevertheless, some information about the life and customs of this people still became known

Chrysanthemum is the sacred flower of the East. One of the most popular in Europe. Decorates flower gardens from mid-summer to late autumn, striking in its variety. Cut chrysanthemums do not lose their beauty and attractiveness for a long time

Gypsies are a unique people, representatives of which are scattered all over the planet. While absorbing various elements of the culture of those countries and regions in which by the will of fate they found themselves, the Roma, nevertheless, honor and preserve their own age-old traditions

The tourist boom has literally covered our country in recent years. Russians no longer want an unpretentious holiday by the sea, now they are interested in both the famous tourist sites of the world and protected places. Many of the tourists after their travels are so filled with impressions that the thirst to share them suggests writing travel notes

The complex, dramatic, refined Baroque style replaced the strict Renaissance in the late 16th and early 17th centuries. Its main features, manifested in paintings, sculpture, music and, of course, architecture, was the desire for movement, emotion and variety in detail

The collections of the State Hermitage Museum are available to residents and guests of St. Petersburg all year round. However, the halls are periodically closed for restoration, and the calendar of events presents various seasonal events. You should find out about this before visiting the museum

American Indians have had a distinctive culture since ancient times. Traditions and customs of the tribes were passed down from generation to generation, almost unchanged over the centuries. The characteristic difference between the Indians and the representatives of other peoples of the planet was their hairstyles, which were distinguished by their bright originality and an abundance of forms

At the end of August, a solemn presentation of state awards took place in the Kremlin. Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated the most worthy residents of the country, presenting them with orders and decorations. The ceremony of presenting state awards was traditionally held in the Catherine Hall of the Kremlin

In world economic policy, from 1949 to this day, the abbreviation NATO is actively used. The full name - North Atlantic Treaty Organization - translates as the North Atlantic Treaty Organization and has an international status. In official sources and the press, it is used in abbreviated form as an abbreviation

Recently, due to the aggravation of the political situation in the world, the abbreviation NATO practically does not leave newspaper pages and TV screens. However, often using this term, people do not fully understand what it is about, what kind of education it is and what its goals are

At the beginning of February 2019, the process of Macedonia's accession to NATO officially started. At a meeting in Brussels, all 29 member states of the North Atlantic Alliance signed a corresponding protocol. To complete the procedure for Macedonia's accession to the NATO bloc, this document will have to be ratified in each state separately

Maya Usova is a famous Soviet athlete who performed in ice dancing, defending the leading positions of Soviet sports in figure skating. Currently, the Olympic champion is engaged in coaching and preparing young athletes. Biography The homeland of the Olympic champion Maya Valentinovna Usova is the city of Gorky

For a long time, the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics was, along with the United States of America, one of the two superpowers. In terms of many important economic indicators, it ranked second in the world, second only to the same United States, and in some cases even surpassed them

Most European countries use the names of the months of the Julian calendar. Ukrainian names are closely related to the life of the people, folk observations and signs. Sichen The first month of the year received this name thanks to the custom of chopping, chopping (sіkti) trees, preparing plots of land for sowing

Sergey Zverev is a shocking star of Russian show business. Once he was just a stylist for popular artists, but now he has become a singer, TV presenter and a regular guest of television programs. The appearance of Sergei Zverev has undergone colossal changes over the years

Gone are the days when letters to your favorite artist had to be addressed according to the principle “To the village. Grandfather. " With the advent of the Internet, many stars have acquired their own sites and pages on social networks

Many are familiar with the biblical story of the wise men who appeared before the newborn Jesus and presented him with gifts. The strangers were led to the baby by the bright star of Bethlehem, which they considered an omen of the coming of the Savior

The Gifts of the Magi are mentioned in the Gospel when the evangelist tells about the birth of Jesus Christ. Today, the gifts of the Magi are not only a historical fact, but also a really existing Christian relic, which is credited with healing properties

The five-pointed star is not only a celestial body, but also a universal symbol. The fact is that such a star does not have any specific meaning - at different times and in different eras it symbolized something of its own. It all depends on the context

Famous politicians, writers, composers and other significant figures in the world were not always born in the country in which they reached the top. England in this respect has a significantly longer list of influential people than the United States, whose year of formation is only 1776

Beer festivals gather fans of this drink from all over the world. One of the largest events is the International Berlin Beer Festival, also called the Beer Mile. In 2014 it will take place from 1 to 3 August. 18th International Berlin Beer Festival The 18th International Beer Festival will take place in Berlin from 1 to 3 August

All over the world there are a great many different festive events, which are attended by residents from different countries. One of the most popular is the Bavarian Oktoberfest. Every beer connoisseur must have dreamed of at least once in his life to attend the famous Oktoberfest beer festival

Holding a memorial evening dedicated to a famous writer is not only a tribute to the memory of him and his contribution to literature, but also a cultural event where readers can learn something new about the life and work of a great man. It is necessary - premises

The training of career officers has much in common with the training program for civil servants. This explains the large number of retired military personnel in the structures of municipal government. Alexey Pashkov graduated from the military-political academy at one time

Sergei Georgievich Gorshkov is an outstanding Soviet military leader, naval commander. Creator of the first Russian nuclear missile fleet. Winner of the Lenin and State Prizes, twice Hero of the Soviet Union. Biography The future military leader was born in February 1910 on the twenty-sixth in the small Ukrainian town of Kamenets-Podolsky

In January, the Orthodox Church solemnly commemorates two historical events that turned the course of world history - the Nativity of Jesus Christ and the Baptism of the Savior. On the feast of the Epiphany of the Lord (January 19), believers come to the church not only to offer prayers to God, but also to draw holy baptismal water

Stakhovsky Sergey Eduardovich has passed dozens of tennis tournaments, won many awards and prizes. During his career, the Ukrainian tennis player has visited many countries as a professional player and is among the top best athletes in this sport

Youth comedies are a popular, albeit shallow, genre that satisfies the audience's requirements, raising the spirits of the trademark American humor. All people were once high school students, so it's nice to remember school times, recognizing yourself in the heroes of comedies about school who fall in love, suffer and get into stupid situations

Gordon Ramsay is a renowned Scottish chef and TV host. Ramsay's restaurants are considered some of the best in London and have been awarded Michelin stars. He gained wide popularity thanks to culinary television reality shows, where he appeared in the form of a tough and demanding chef

A raw food diet has become a fairly popular way of eating in recent years. But still not everyone understands what it is. Some people associate this word with cheese, while others believe that raw foodists eat one herb. Well, and they themselves say that they eat live food

Cakes can be made from biscuit, shortbread, kefir and other types of dough. The filling is always used depending on tastes and preferences. Separately, we should highlight the desserts, which are based on cookies. It is necessary - biscuits 500 g

"Gossip Girl" is one of the most popular TV series about the life of modern New York "golden" youth. The audience followed his fascinating plot with unquenchable interest in the hope of finding out the mysterious gossip. So how did this interesting and intriguing show ended?

Great Lent is the most important and oldest of all fasting. After all, it is he who reminds everyone of those forty days spent by the Savior in the wilderness. He brings the fasting people to Holy Week, and then to the greatest church holiday - the Bright Resurrection of Christ

Lent is the longest (7 weeks) and strict period of abstinence in the life of an Orthodox Christian. He is called to spiritually prepare the believer for the solemn meeting of the main Orthodox celebration - the Bright Resurrection of Christ

Notre Dame Cathedral (Notre Dame de Paris, Notre Dame de Paris) - the "heart" of Paris. It was here that, according to tradition, the service was supposed to take place on Easter 2019. But after the tragic events of April 15-16, 2019, the service was canceled

Olga Lomonosova is a successful actress, formerly a promising ballerina. Who goes hand in hand with her? What does Olga Lomonosova's husband do? How many children do they have? Actress Olga Lomonosova twice tried on the role of wife

Usually, parents explain to their children how to behave at the table. But some moments can be missed, not covered or forgotten over time. This knowledge will come in handy anyway, so try to remember it. Instructions Step 1 Sit upright, do not stretch your legs under the table, but place them together next to a chair

Meat is a heavy food that slags the body. Therefore, a large number of people in developed countries come to abandon meat products, combining proper nutrition with sports and giving up bad habits. If, for some reason, you also decide to exclude meat products from your daily menu, then know that many difficulties await you ahead, since a person quickly gets used to meat and does not seem to be full without it

The Orthodox Church has established several fasts, different in duration: multi-day, weekly (on Wednesdays and Fridays) throughout the year, except for continuous weeks, and one-day. For each of these types of fasting, there are special prescriptions that believers want to follow

Often, the first trip to a sushi restaurant turns into fun. Unable to cope with intricate cutlery, exotic lovers drop their food, never being able to bring it to their mouths. If you don't feel like experiencing this kind of joy, learn to hold the sticks correctly

Oliver Cromwell is an outstanding English commander and statesman of the 16th-17th centuries. He led the English Revolution, led the Independent movement, and at the end of his political career served as Lord General and Lord Protector of England, Ireland and Scotland

The Middle Ages is one of the darkest and most tragic eras in the history of mankind. Those harsh times were characterized by a fierce struggle against dissent, sometimes taking on the most sinister forms. The courts of the Holy Inquisition widely used in their practice sophisticated torture that broke the will of the defendants and made the unfortunate crippled

People have known tea since ancient times, all countries of the world love this healthy and pleasant drink, invent special recipes for its preparation and tea drinking ceremonies. In some countries, quite interesting and sometimes unusual long-term traditions of drinking this drink have developed

The exchange of rings is an old wedding tradition. Of course, over the past millennia, some details may have changed, but the meaning of this ceremony remained the same. Instructions Step 1 Initially, this custom originated in Ancient Egypt, there was a belief that the heart is directly connected by special energy lines with the ring finger of the left hand

Cheese Board - Several varieties of specially selected cheeses, served for dessert, accompanied by certain foods and drinks. In order to serve such a board, you should be guided by some rules. Cheese selection rules A classic cheese board consists of five to eight different types of cheese with different textures and flavors

Where did the first sweets appear? What sweets did ancient confectioners prefer to cook? Why are the countries of the Old World considered the cradle of modern sweets and what does the word “candy” mean? The history of mankind's love for sweets began about three millennia ago

Back in the Middle Ages, a traditional menu for Lent was formed in Russia. It contained products specific to the region, with due regard for their religious admissibility. In the modern era, lean cuisine has been enriched with recipes from other peoples, while retaining its traditional orientation

The English actor Sean Teal became famous for the roles of Nick Levan and Louis Condé in the television series Skins and Kingdom. Took part in the films Death Descent, Sergeant Slaughter, My Big Brother. The artist is also engaged in dubbing

All sports have their own legendary personalities who have no equal. Swimmers - Australian Michael Phelps, sprinters - Jamaican Usain Bolt, and wrestlers - Russian Arsen Fadzaev. On the carpet, he was invulnerable and invincible. For which he received the title of the best fighter of the twentieth century

Nowadays, more and more often, car owners have claims against insurance companies that delay payments or become bankrupt. All such situations are resolved in court, and deceived car owners need to do the following: Instructions Step 1 After 31 days from the date of submission of documents, if payments have not been made, write a pre-trial claim to the insurance company, and send a copy of the claim to the Insurance Supervision for your insurance district

Recently, the Russian language has been flooded with various words borrowed from other languages. One of them is the word "sequel", which is especially often used in the field of cinema. The meaning of the word "sequel"

The rhythm of our life is such that it is not always possible to keep track of all matters at once. Therefore, fines issued for traffic violations often remain unpaid, and then forgotten. In order not to make yourself even bigger problems, it is worth finding out exactly which fines are listed on you

Reading any periodical, be it a magazine or a newspaper, is a great way to stay up-to-date. You can get away from your own everyday worries, read the latest gossip of show business or find out what has happened in the area of interest: politics, sports, fashion, beauty and health, etc

In warm weather, it is pleasant to ride a scooter with a breeze. This is a very convenient form of transport, it has shown itself perfectly in big cities - you don't have to stand in traffic jams, a scooter will always find a loophole, and in small ones - where you can easily ride a scooter to the river and to the dacha

Mikhail Kukota is a Russian comedian, a member of the Kukota & Chekhov duet (with Igor Chekhov), previously also known as Partizans. Comedians are residents of several shows on the TNT channel and often go on tour with their own programs

Frida Selena Pinto is an Indian actress, dancer and model. She began her creative career with performances in the theatrical show "Full Circle", with which she toured throughout Southeast Asia for two years. During the same period, Frida began to appear on television and appear in commercials

In our country, perhaps, there is no such person who would not hear the song "Cranes". The music for it was written by Yan Abramovich Frenkel - an outstanding composer, talented musician, singer, arranger, People's Artist of the USSR

Ekaterina Moiseeva is a Moscow entrepreneur, co-owner of Mikhail Kusnirovich's largest trading company, his wife and mother of two sons. Stylish and authoritative personality in the fashion world. Moments from the biography Ekaterina Nikolaevna Moiseeva lives in Moscow

Fiona Dourif is an American actress and producer, best known for her role as Bart Curlisch in the television series Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency. In addition, she is a producer of a number of television projects on the History Channel and TLC

Ksenia Fedorova has been considered one of the most famous models for many years, and she is popular at the world level. However, over time, the beautiful girl chose scientific work for herself, and not a career as a TV presenter, as well as world fame

Great sport requires a person to fully concentrate their physical and psychological strength. Much also depends on the qualifications of the coach. Olympic champion Ksenia Vitalievna Perova began to practice archery at an early age. Starting conditions Until recently, it was believed that village children are healthier than city ones

"Miss Krasnoyarsk-97", a successful fashion model and, finally, a popular theater and film actress - Ksenia Knyazeva - is currently arousing genuine interest among fans of her talent. And her characters in the films "Poor Cat"

Tall, stately, bright, outstanding athlete, Olympic champion, queen of speed skating, First Deputy Chairman of the Russian State Duma Committee on International Affairs, Vice President of the Russian Speed Skating Federation and mother of two children

"You are a golden man, you think about Russia …" This phrase from the popular comedy show has firmly entered the people. And it acquired a sarcastic character rather than contributed to the development of patriotism and pride in their country

The origin of one of the national American symbols Uncle Sam is a controversial issue. First appeared in 1813, Uncle Sam combined the features of not only folklore characters, but also real people of that time. And therefore it is a collective and extractive image at the same time

Harmony and beauty among the Japanese should be present in everything. Especially in cooking. The Japanese are very sensitive to cooking. Every dish in Japan is a work of art with its own philosophy. In Japanese cooking, everything is strictly structured

The mysterious Far Eastern country has always been a secret for outsiders. Japan, with its special culture, has experienced economic boom and many natural disasters. All this is reflected in the life of modern Japanese. Instructions Step 1 Family hierarchy From time immemorial in Japan it was the custom that the older members of the family enjoyed great respect

The first step in the functional tuning of domestic cars is to increase the power of the power unit. There are several ways to increase the engine size, although in most cases they are combined. Forcing the engine is not as painless as it might seem at first glance

American rapper Tyrese Gibson appears frequently in films as an actor. In addition, he writes his own songs, works as a VJ and a producer. Tyrese is best known for his roles in The Fast and the Furious, Flight of the Phoenix and Transformers

Race driver Moskovskikh Viktor Vladimirovich - the winner of numerous sports competitions at various levels, has become a model for young people. His life goal is to successfully participate in the development of the automotive industry and bring success to his country in sports

His height is only 165 cm, but this does not prevent him from being a giant. He is a giant of music, a talented singer who influenced the development of metal music in the 20th century. Klaus Mein has been involved with music from a very early age

The Golden Fleece is an echo of ancient Greek mythology. It was in his search that the brave hero Jason went under the auspices of the glorious goddess Aphrodite in the company of the Argonauts - the heroes of Hellas. Who is Jason?

When a country is undergoing large-scale changes, side effects are very difficult to avoid. The restructuring and subsequent dismantling of the Soviet Union were accompanied by an increase in the activity of criminals. Vladimir Tyurin was one of the active participants in these events

The ability to communicate on the road with traffic police officers is one of those that needs to be learned. Indeed, often many problems and conflicts can be settled by simple communication. However, not all motorists know or are able to talk to the inspector who stopped them

Every driver at least once, but got into a traffic accident. To prove your innocence, you need to know the pitfalls that can be encountered when registering an accident. Instructions Step 1 If you are sure of your innocence, then you need to carefully monitor the correctness of the documents, as well as the scheme of the traffic accident, which are filled in by the traffic police at the scene of the accident

If you are stopped on the road by a traffic police officer, you should not panic. Perhaps this is just a standard document check. Still, it doesn't hurt to be on the lookout. Almost always, at the beginning of a conversation, an experienced traffic inspector will determine whether the driver feels any guilt or is all right

There are many ways to send a parcel to any city in Russia, including from abroad. The speed of delivery of the parcel depends on which of them you choose, and on whether you agree to pay extra for postal services or individuals and companies

The tax invoice is the main document in accounting, thanks to which the organization can reimburse the paid value added tax. This paper is usually intended for registration and formation of printed forms written out to customers. Since this type of documents is very often drawn up, the Tax Service has developed and approved a certain form of the tax invoice form

A very important question that a woman must decide before marriage is to take her husband's surname or not. And if in the USSR, in most cases, this was out of the question, now a woman can leave her maiden name if she wishes. But is it worth it?

Most people often move from one place of residence to another and thus lose touch with family and friends. Situations often arise when you need to find a relative or friend who has gone to live in Canada. The problem of finding people living in the "

The Moscow authorities are preparing a social advertising campaign that will strengthen interethnic relations in Moscow. It is planned that such actions will reduce the level of xenophobia among the indigenous inhabitants of the capital and teach them tolerance towards visitors from other countries

The first question for a novice musician is: "Where to start, how to choose an instrument and not make a mistake when making such a choice?" The offer is great, there are many good guitars, but there are also many Chinese fakes. So, you've definitely decided that you want to practice playing the guitar

Searching for another person on his mobile phone is possible thanks to a special service. It is provided by several of the largest Russian telecom operators. You only need to know the number of the wanted subscriber. Instructions Step 1 To order the coordinates of a person's location, Beeline customers need to send an SMS to 684

After the collapse of the Soviet Union, fate scattered many relatives throughout the near abroad. Those people who are looking for their relatives often do not have the opportunity to go around, for example, the whole of Kazakhstan in search

At the end of March 2011, Russia switched to the so-called summer time for the last time. Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said back in February this year that the transition to winter time and back would be canceled. This was due to the fact that such a transition requires adaptation, which leads to stress and an increase in the number of diseases

Each of you has your own preferences, which are determined by age, education and many other criteria. In order not to be mistaken in the variety of film offers of the year, it is wiser to use the rating data. Russian cinema Not so long ago, there was a myth that domestic cinema is rather dead than alive, and if it has not yet disappeared, it is already on its way, because this is what various ratings suggested

The first mailbox appeared about 500 years ago. And although people now mostly send each other emails, it was this simple device that stood at the origins of the development of the postal service. First mailboxes There is more than one episode that can be considered the first mention of this invention

If the watch you bought in the store does not work or does not suit you for any other reason, you can return it. According to Russian legislation, this opportunity is most often provided to consumers. Instructions Step 1 Make sure you can return the purchased watch to the store

Europe is the western part of the Eurasian continent, from the Ural Mountains and the Caucasus, to the Atlantic Ocean, with a population of at least 750 million people living in about 50 states. In order to single out countries with a republican system of government from them, it is necessary to give a correct, quantitative estimate of how many countries there are in Europe now

The invention of dynamite was an important step towards the creation of a relatively safe explosive of high power intended for mining and construction work. But who exactly invented dynamite, and what is the essence of this invention? Why did you need dynamite?

The Federal Republic of Germany, or the Federal Republic of Germany, is a Central European state, in which, according to the last census of 2011, 80.2 million people lived on an area of 357.021 thousand square kilometers. Germany is a parliamentary state led by the Bundestag

Old Believers emerged in the 17th century as a result of a schism in the Russian Orthodox Church. The main difference of this religion lies in some of the rituals, as well as the church organization. How the Old Believers appeared Old Belief is one of the varieties of Orthodoxy

When choosing a stun gun, you need to know that, according to Russian law, its average power should not exceed three watts. Therefore, you should refrain from buying powerful models of foreign production. In order to avoid problems with law enforcement agencies, it is necessary to purchase licensed products from Russian manufacturers

Starting from the 90s of the last century, various subcultures began to appear around the world, whose representatives were strikingly different from ordinary people. Black clothes, a large number of metal jewelry (including piercings), powerful platform shoes, tattoos - all these have become integral attributes of many subcultures

Chihuahua is a miniature dog that has become very popular in metropolitan areas. These animals are easy to keep in apartments, they do not require daily walks, their short hair rarely sheds. Instructions Step 1 To choose a healthy Chihuahua puppy, pay attention to the condition of his eyes, nose, ears

Obsessive TV ads are most often annoying. However, among the many commercials, there are some that many people enjoy watching. First of all, this is an advertisement featuring adorable cats. And thanks to her, not so much cat food is becoming popular, but rather the breed of "

The dog is a symbol of the ancient Egyptian god Anubis, the ruler of the underworld. Since the beliefs of the ancient Egyptians are rooted in the worship of totems, at first Anubis was depicted as a black dog. However, with the development of anthropocentrism, he turned into a man with a dog's head

There is probably no person in the world who would not sympathize with these amazing animals. What is the secret of their charm is unknown. It is only known that the statement of the famous Mark Twain "If a man were crossed with a cat, it would improve the man, but it would worsen the cat"

Sergei Platonov is a historian who lived at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. Most of his work is devoted to the study of the Time of Troubles. He was actively involved in the collection and publication of sources, archeography, published biographies of statesmen, wrote textbooks on the history of the Fatherland, which are popular to this day

The family roots of Alexandra Petrovna Arapova are closely connected with the memory of the great Russian poet Alexander Sergeevich Pushkin, since the mother of the writer and Pushkin woman was the eldest daughter of Natalya Nikolaevna, who was born in the second marriage of the poet's former widow

Alexander Nikolaevich Odintsov is a wall climber. Developer and organizer of the project “Russian Way. Walls of the World”, the leader of the team, which was awarded the Golden Ice Ax. His life is a story of overcoming, a story of how a person challenges circumstances and himself

By the will of fate, it is often possible to lose contact with the right person, especially in such a large city as St. Petersburg. In order to find a person in this city, use one of several methods. Instructions Step 1 Try to find a person using electronic databases

Europa Plus is one of the first commercial radio stations in Russia, which has been broadcasting since 1990. It is not only the largest today, but also enjoys immense popularity in all CIS countries. Instructions Step 1 Listen to the radio station "

The ship has set sail, and there is no news of the one who has gone to sea. Agree, cause for concern. How to find out about the fate of the ship that left the land by the name alone, read on. Instructions Step 1 Finding a ship by its name alone is actually quite laborious - there is too little information

Viktor Sidorov has written several books for teenagers. In his works, he taught young citizens courage, courage, and the ability to be friends. Sidorov Viktor Stepanovich - children's writer. Since 1967 he has been a member of the Russian Writers' Union

Most people want to have something that no one else has, and even more the most expensive things in the whole world. The pursuit of unique and expensive items has been going on since time immemorial, and this kind of a kind of competition will always be relevant

Dolphins and whales belong to the class of mammals, they are warm-blooded and breathe lightly, give birth to young and feed them with milk, and their external resemblance to fish is explained by the aquatic lifestyle. But for two hundred years, these wonderful mammals were mercilessly destroyed, and their meat was sold

When transporting fish by plane, it is important to take care not only of a comfortable container for their transportation, but also of creating conditions that will help reduce the stress of the flight and keep the fish healthy. Instructions Step 1 Any transport from place to place, even over short distances, is very stressful for the fish

Anna Rodionova began acting in films as a schoolgirl. After the release of the film entitled "My friend, Kolka!", The whole country recognized her. The audience fell in love with the aspiring actress. Critics wrote laudatory articles about her

Elizabeth II is the oldest monarch in British history. Today, she is considered the head of the United Kingdom, performing numerous functions - from strengthening international relations to patronizing various charities. Thanks to the unique personality of the Queen, the British Royal House has retained its influence and is popular with ordinary Englishmen and numerous tourists

On the first weekend of June 2012, Britain widely celebrated the 60th anniversary of its queen's reign. On this Saturday and Sunday afternoon, London has become a huge festive venue. Thousands of Englishmen from other cities arrived in the capital to take part in this event

The Hounds is a Russian TV series about the everyday life of a special police department. Team members are engaged in the search for escaped prisoners and criminals hiding from the law. Creature The crime series "The Hounds"

Bertrand Russell is an English philosopher of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. During his long life, he created a huge number of intellectual works on a variety of topics. He was interested in mathematics, problems of religion, history of philosophy, politics, pedagogy and the theory of knowledge

Independent rock festival "Turkey" is held annually in Russia. The first time it was held in 1990, and since then it has become a cult event - every year, in early September, young rising rock stars gather in one of the rock clubs and make their debut

Alexey Timofeevich Cherkasov lived a very eventful and difficult life. He wrote many stories on the theme of war and revolution, peasant and rich life. Unfortunately, he drew material for them from his own bitter experience. Biography The beginning of the summer of 1915 for a peasant family from a village on the outskirts of Russia was marked by the birth of their eldest son, Alyosha

History suggests that the development of writing would have been impossible without the use of bird feathers. Moreover, the feather of not every bird was suitable for writing, but only certain species of waterfowl and non-waterfowl. Waterfowl Among waterfowl, swan and goose feathers were most valued, although duck feathers were also used

Krylov's fables are familiar to all Russians from childhood. Memorizing poems such as "The Crow and the Fox", "The Wolf and the Lamb" or "The Dragonfly and the Ant" at school or even in kindergarten, few people know that the Russian fabulist was not the creator of these plots

A series of detective stories "Black Kitten" began to be produced in Russia in 1996. These books tell about adventures, fascinating investigations carried out by schoolchildren. The Russian book series is addressed to primary and secondary school children

Novice businessmen do not always understand well how to develop their business and become successful. You can get useful ideas from several movies that have already become truly iconic. Modern films about business Over the past decade, there have been many films about business success

The incredible lyricism and romanticism of the works of the Polish virtuoso composer Frederic Chopin magically attract people to themselves. It remains only to envy those guys who happened to become students of this great musician. Born in Warsaw in 1810, Frederic Chopin became the author of many works that are proudly performed in all music schools for examinations to this day

After the collapse of the Soviet Union, Russia was faced with the need to restore its statehood and regain its lost positions in the world economy. The new state sets itself ambitious tasks. The stated goals can be achieved only by combining the efforts of all progressive forces taking part in the social and economic life of the country

In 2011, it was decided to expand the borders of the capital of Russia in the southwest direction and increase its area by more than 2.4 times. This measure was forced and was caused by the desire to relieve the center of Moscow, to bring the government and other institutions of power to the periphery

On the afternoon of May 22, 2018, the State Duma of the Russian Federation voted for the appointment of Alexei Leonidovich Kudrin to the post of chairman of the Accounts Chamber. It became a sensation - the "net", as defined by Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin, returned to the government of the Russian Federation

Over the centuries-old history of its development, mankind has come up with many useful and necessary things. The inventors have made a lot of efforts to facilitate the life and work of a person. But one invention was particularly important and very timely

The word "skepticism" comes from the French skepticisme and the Greek skeptikos, which means inquiring, contemplating. At the heart of skepticism as a philosophical trend lies doubt in the existence of any truth. Skepticism becomes most popular in those periods when real social ideals are outdated, and new ones have not yet appeared

After the suppression of the uprising of the nobles on December 14, 1825, eleven wives of the Decembrists followed their husbands into distant Siberian exile. Not everyone managed to wait for the amnesty announced after 30 years. The names of these selfless Russian women will forever remain in the memory of their contemporaries and descendants

Nikita Sergeevich Khrushchev - statesman of the Soviet Union, was the first secretary of the CPSU Central Committee from 1953 to 1964. The only political leader removed from office during his lifetime. The time of his reign was called the "

NS Khrushchev is probably one of the most controversial personalities in the galaxy of former leaders of the Communist Party and the Soviet country. It is no coincidence that the sculptor Ernst Neizvestny, persecuted by him in his time, made a tombstone to this exposer of the personality cult of I

Russian tourists abroad have become the talk of the town a long time ago. In many countries, only German tourists are considered worse than Russian tourists, and in some places the Germans are inferior to our compatriots. The reputation of Russians as mysterious strong people suffered quite badly in the early nineties of the last century, as representatives of the “new Russians” broke through the “cordon”

Taisiya Povaliy is a prima donna of the Ukrainian stage, whose beautiful voice is loved by fans all over the world. The singer is a bright and self-sufficient artist who has performed many popular hits. She also has hit joint duets with many stars of Russian and Russian show business

Every year on August 6, the Catholic Church celebrates the Day of Commemoration of St. Dominic. This man was the founder of one of the most famous monastic orders - the Order of the Preachers or the Dominican Order. Dominique de Guzman was born in 1170 into a wealthy and respected Spanish family

Many female names can be found in the face of the saints of the Christian Orthodox Church. The wives of the myrrh-bearer occupy a special place among the great ascetics of piety. One of these was the Holy Equal-to-the-Apostles Mary Magdalene

Every year on July 8, Orthodox Christians celebrate the Day of Saints Peter and Fevronia. This holiday was originally religious, but since 2008 it has officially received the status of the All-Russian Day of Family, Love and Fidelity. Peter and Fevronia are Orthodox patrons of the main family values, whose marital union serves as a model for Christian marriage

Catholic holiday - the day of St. Barnabas is celebrated on June 11. The original name of Barnabas was Joseph, for his kindness and mercy he received the nickname Barnabas, which means "son of consolation." He was born into a wealthy Levite Jewish family in Cyprus, and received a good theological education in Jerusalem

Al-Fayed Dodi is best known for being the last lover of Princess Diana. The son of the famous billionaire died with her in a car accident. Who doesn't know the story of the beautiful love between Princess Diana and Al-Fayed Dodi? But it all ended sadly

The childhood and adolescence of the talented Russian actor Alexander Mironov was held in Perm. The boy dreamed of performing on stage already in his early years. However, for this he had to go to a big city. In industrial Perm, the young talent did not have any special chances to realize his creative potential

Maria Mironova is the owner of a beautiful appearance and a talented domestic film actress. Fame brought her performances on the stage and roles in the films "Wedding" and "Oligarch". The daughter of the magnificent actors Andrei Mironov and Ekaterina Gradova made her film debut when she was still a baby

Fate gave him only one gift - introduced him to a kind teacher. The gratitude for the mentor was the stunning heights that the student was able to conquer. Our hero happened to be born in times that few historians consider favorable

Princess Diana, wife of Prince Charles of Wales, died in an accident on August 31, 1997. The tragedy that took place under the Alma Bridge touched the hearts of millions of people who respected and loved Lady Dee. Her death occurred under strange circumstances that confused the whole world

Another film about Princess Diana is being shot in Hollywood. Oscar-nominated Naomi Watts plays the main role in it, and Oliver Hirschbigel is the director. Filming takes place in Pakistan, Angola, Croatia and France, and its premiere is scheduled for February 2013

There are seven sacraments in the Orthodox Church, one of which is unction. In this sacrament, believers are asked for divine grace, which heals various bodily and mental ailments. It is also believed that forgotten sins are forgiven in the sacrament of unction

Kir Bulychev is a scientist, orientalist, translator, journalist. He is also a children's writer, on whose magic books several generations have grown up. He believed in "Beautiful far away", which is waiting for humanity just about, very soon

Ideally, in the state budget, the amount of planned revenues that will come during the billing period should correspond to the expenses that the country's treasury will incur. But this basic financial plan, according to which the country lives, is not always fulfilled

State employees are a collective concept. These include teachers, doctors, kindergarten educators, and many other professions. Work in this area is not considered prestigious. State employees are associated with low wages and low social security

Family celebrations, children's performances, drawing up a family tree - all these traditions and rituals help to feel the community and unity of all family members. Traditions passed down from generation to generation are an element of cultural heritage and a foundation in the formation of morality

Every nation has traditions that relate to literally all aspects of its life. They have a great influence on the mentality of people, their behavior. Thanks to traditions, rules of communication are formed, ideas about what is permissible and what is not are instilled

People love romantic movies with good actors, beautiful music, and a twisted plot. Every year, dozens of romantic films are presented to the audience, but, unfortunately, not all of them deserve attention. Not every modern film can stand the test of time and deserve the title of the best film about love

If you like to watch good movies before bed, then you can give your preference to some kind of romantic comedy, melodrama or horror picture. Instructions Step 1 If you decide to watch a romantic comedy at night, the first recommended movie is Lose a Guy in 10 Days

One of the most famous and legendary symbols of China is the Great Wall of China. It stretches for thousands of kilometers, becoming a defense against the raids of nomads. In order for the wall to fulfill its purpose, it had to be of impressive dimensions

The treatment of many diseases these days is very expensive. Operations, expensive procedures - all this is available only to a few who can spend a lot of money on treatment. But what should a person do if he is seriously ill and cannot pay for his own treatment?

Environmental damage is a global problem. Pollution of air, soil, water occurs through human fault, through dumping waste into rivers, improper disposal of nuclear supplies, and the use of pesticides in agriculture. Air pollution Air pollution is caused by the release of harmful substances

For every author, the publication of his work is a significant event. And, of course, you always want the book to be noticed and read by as many people as possible. Unfortunately, publishing is not enough for your creation to find its fans. However, publishers today do not always undertake the organization of an advertising campaign

Robert Oppenheimer is the creator of the atomic bomb, an American physicist. When he learned that his bomb had been dropped over Hiroshima on August 6 in 1945 and how it caused people suffering, he called himself "destroyer of worlds."

Spiridon Mikhailovich Mikhailov was a unique Chuvash ethnographer, historian, translator. During his short life, he managed to create many works that are of great value. Mikhailov Spiridon Mikhailovich is a unique ethnographer. He was the first writer of Chuvashia who was recognized in literary and scientific circles of the middle of the 19th century

Stas Starovoitov is a Russian comedian whose biography and personal life began to attract everyone's attention after he became a resident of the Stand Up show. The artist is well known for his unusual sense of humor and perception of the world around him

The St. Andrew's flag is a white rectangular cloth with two blue stripes connecting opposite corners and intersecting in the center. It is the official banner of the Russian Navy. St. Andrew's cross The phrase "Andreevsky flag"

The rule of law is a necessary condition for the existence of any society. They apply to all the most important spheres of public life and are defined as a system of norms and relationships enshrined at the state level. Legal culture occupies a special place among other forms of human activity

Translated from Latin, "culture" means "cultivation, tillage." In ancient times, this term meant the introduction of any changes in nature by man. There is no single, generally accepted definition of culture. In most cases, culture is understood as the historical totality of social, spiritual and industrial achievements of mankind

The retirement age in Russia is 55 for women and 60 for men. After this date, social payments from the state begin, and the person may not work. At the same time, he has the opportunity to spend his time in any way possible, but in Russia the options for employment of elderly citizens are a little limited

The older generation of Russians likes to remember how many interesting press were printed during the Soviet era. Then in each mailbox, postmen brought not only newspapers, but also magazines - literary, children's, educational and professional

Today, a significant part of the surface water of the land is polluted, and it is becoming more and more difficult to find potable, clean water. The greatest damage to the state of the aquatic environment is caused by human economic activity

"Seven Wonders of the World" is a term coined by the ancient Greek historian Herodotus in the 5th century BC. The list of wonders was compiled on the basis of the principle of uniqueness and grandeur. In those distant times, the most significant and majestic creations of human hands were considered miracles

After the flood in the Kuban in July 2012, thousands of families lost everything that was acquired. All of them were awarded some compensation by the state. In an emergency, the numbers were different. Later they changed. Many people still cannot understand how much money they owe as material assistance

All divine services in Orthodox churches are conducted according to special books, which contain the sequence of festive services, as well as those of the Mother of God, saints and angels. We can talk about some of the main books, without which the performance of Orthodox divine services will be impossible

In Orthodox Christian practice, it is customary to take a priest's blessing for any important matters that do not negatively affect spiritual life. This can be a blessing for a prayer rule, work, wedding, travel and other vital actions for a person

In Christian churches there are many holy things, sacred vessels. The tabernacle is one of the main shrines of an Orthodox church, to which only clergy have the right to touch. The tabernacle is a sacred vessel containing the main shrine of the Orthodox Church - the Body and Blood of the Lord Jesus Christ

Soul salvation is one of the fundamental concepts in Christianity. It represents the main goal towards which the whole life of a Christian is directed, both spiritual and physical. Man is a sinful creature. Even at the dawn of his existence, he put his desire above the will of God, thereby violating the natural order of things in the universe

The synagogue is a Jewish temple, the center of the religious life of the Jewish community. It usually welcomes everyone who goes inside, even if the person has no idea about the prescribed rules of behavior. Therefore, one should not be ashamed, on the contrary, one should ask experienced parishioners what to do in this or that case

Communion is considered a great sacrament. Its meaning lies in the fact that the one who partakes unites with the Body and Blood of Christ. A believer can decide for himself when and how many times he will receive communion, or he can receive the blessing of a spiritual mentor

One of the most tragic and shameful pages in the history of mankind is the massive export of African slaves to other countries. Having black slaves was an indicator of wealth, a high position in society. When did the first African slaves come to Europe?

Brazilian dramas are an integral part of the culture of the 90s. A large number of pictures, shown one after another without interruption, made them practically one endless melodrama in the minds of people. In the 90s, the impact of various Brazilian production love series was incredible

Actor Alexei Inzhevatov devoted most of his life to work in theater and cinema. Many performances with his participation were filmed. In the cinema, Inzhevatov rarely got the main roles. To the greatest extent, his acting talent manifested itself when scoring films

The readers' interest has always been aroused by works about doctors. On the one hand, the heroes are ordinary people, and on the other, doctors are wizards who, only with the help of skills and intelligence, manage to heal a person. The protagonist of the book by Lyudmila Ulitskaya "

Konstantin Fedin was not only a writer. He led an active social life. Occupying high posts in the Union of Writers of the USSR, Fedin defended the traditions inherent in Russian literature. However, many of his assessments were controversial

The historical and cultural heritage of any state is not something "long past and forgotten": it is food for the mind, the experience of previous generations and, most importantly, the reasons why today looks like this. After all, life did not arise out of nowhere - it has systematically developed over the years, which today constitute the "

In the opinion of people who are usually called Russophobes, the regime of government in our country, established after 2000, is called "police". Certain political forces, which do not like the firm hand of the state, are in favor of such a judgment, of course

Normative legal acts, which have the force of laws and are, in essence, legislative decisions of the authorities, can be applied in practice only after they come into legal force. The procedure for joining is determined by the current legislation

The conclusion of an agreement with Vodokanal is necessary for each consumer in order to ensure and protect their right to high-quality provision of utilities and to clearly understand the delineation of responsibilities and powers in relations with this structure

The threat of the appearance of censorship on the Internet began to be actively discussed on the Russian-language Internet before the second reading in the State House of the Russian Federation of draft law No. 89417-6. It is aimed at combating child pornography, drug propaganda and child suicide, but the introduced mechanism for blocking illegal content can theoretically be used as a tool for wider Internet censorship

The idea that wars are evil, and that it is necessary to maintain order with all our might and prevent armed clashes, has visited various representatives of the human race since ancient times. Attempts to create a system of collective security in Europe began in the 19th century

In the states of the ancient world, for example in Ancient Egypt, a person's life depended heavily on his estate and status. For example, artisans led a lifestyle that was fundamentally different from the life of an official or a military man

The world famous singer Lady Gaga has long wanted to star in a movie. And her acting data is not bad - she has demonstrated them more than once. Here are just all the roles that she was offered, the singer did not like. The debut of the eccentric singer in the cinema took place

The frightening predictions that electronic "readers" in the near future will replace the usual books printed on paper are well founded. However, already today there are people tired of smartphones and the Internet. There are not many of them, but the trend has already formed

The modern metropolis is a complex system specially created for the life, activity and recreation of thousands of people. In order for the city to meet the requirements set for it, architects and designers have foreseen the presence in this artificial environment of a variety of structures and communications that make up a single whole

When planning to baptize a child, parents should understand that baptism is not a tradition, not a ceremony, it is a great sacrament. Through baptism, a person unites with God and receives a Guardian Angel to help. This event must be approached with responsibility and everything necessary must be prepared

The ability to speak in public is not given to everyone, but this does not mean that rhetoric cannot be learned. Over many centuries of the development of public speaking, a huge amount of information has accumulated today that will help you conquer the public

Instructions Step 1 Guests should invite guests for breakfast, lunch, dinner or tea in advance so that guests can prepare for the meeting. If one of the invitees cannot come, he must warn about this, and he may not explain the reason, and it is considered indecent to question him

The growth of Napoleon Bonaparte has long been the talk of the town. The emperor's brilliant career is cited as an example, consoling people suffering from their small stature. The imperial ambitions of Napoleon are explained by an inferiority complex, allegedly associated with insufficient growth

Porcelain began to be transported to Europe from China in the XIV century, and it was valued at its weight in gold, and sometimes much higher. Even the shards of cups were worn as expensive jewelry at that time. European alchemists have been looking for the secret of making "

What kind of people are on the stage - I would watch for a day or two in a row - they seem to be on a parade, singing and saying something. This is not a quote. This is the author's text, written under the impression of watching videos and listening to songs by Petit Nalich

In the life of Peter Podgorodetsky, creativity occupies the main place. The general public knows the musician as a member of the Time Machine and Resurrection groups and the author of his own projects. He is also known as a writer, actor and showman

Several million Swedish kronor, an honorary title, worldwide fame, authority and respect in society. This is a short summary of receiving in Stockholm or Oslo the most prestigious prize in the world - the Nobel Prize. The list of Nobel laureates, counting down since 1901, includes several dozen people who are directly or indirectly related to Russia / Soviet Union / RF

Decorative cherry - sakura is the national symbol of Japan. Despite the fact that the tradition of worshiping this tree has a religious origin, today the cherry blossom holiday is celebrated by the entire population of the country, regardless of religious beliefs

One of the most interesting topics for discussion is the weddings of famous people. In May 2012, one of the youngest billionaires in the world, Mark Zuckerberg, made himself talk about himself. Since even the closest people of the newlyweds did not know that preparations for such a solemn event were in full swing, the news about the wedding came as a surprise to the fans of the founder of the social network

Mark Zuckerberg is the founder of the largest social network Facebook, businessman and philanthropist. Mark Zuckerberg's fortune is estimated at several tens of billions of dollars. Mark Zuckerberg's childhood The story of Mark Zuckerberg begins in a small town on the banks of the Hudson called Dobbs Ferry, whose population does not exceed ten thousand people

In early 2014, the whole country learned that the famous popular singer Zhanna Friske is struggling with a serious illness - brain cancer. Information leaked to the press by accident. One of the passengers at the airport saw a strange fat man on a gurney, somewhat reminiscent of a beautiful artist

Sergei Nikolaevich Glinka is a Russian writer and historian, publicist, orator. An ardent patriot and participant in the Patriotic War of 1812. Major retired. early years Sergei Nikolaevich Glinka, the future writer and historian, was born on July 16, 1775 or 1776 (the exact date is unknown) in a famous wealthy family on the Sutoki estate, Smolensk province

Alexandra Ilyinichna Strelchenko was born on February 2, 1937 at the Chaplino station, Dnepropetrovsk region. Many people may have a natural question: "Who is this in general?" The answer is: Soviet singer, vocalist and artistic director of the folklore workshop of the Moscow state cultural institution "

Recently, the name of Alexandra Stepanova is increasingly heard from everywhere that talk about figure skating. This young girl, paired with Ivan Bukin, confidently goes to the heights of ice dancing, defeating one sports couple after another