It is generally accepted that recognized Hollywood stars are Americans to their fingertips. However, if you carefully study their biography, it turns out that many of them have Russian roots. Whose ancestors come from Russia and the former USSR - further in the review
The 7th season of the TV series "Game of Thrones" has recently started. The film, which has already become a cult, attracts a multimillion audience not only with an interestingly twisted plot, excellent acting, but also with incredible locations in which the action unfolds. Despite the fact that Game of Thrones is a fantasy television series, its creators paid great attention to filming against the backdrop of real landscapes and castles. What picturesque places became the scenery for the film - further in the review
History knows many cases of attempts on the life of the first persons of states. Among them were both "successful" and those who discovered and prevented in time. However, the attempted assassination attempt in 1993 on the then President of the Russian Federation Boris Yeltsin can rightfully be considered one of the strangest and even ridiculous in history: after all, they tried to kill the head of state with a penknife
At the beginning of the 18th century, India attracted European conquerors with its wealth. The Portuguese, French, Dutch, and British already had colonies on the peninsula and adjacent islands. The time has come to declare about their "Indian interests" and the largest European state at that time - the Russian Empire. In order to follow Europe and "cut a window to India" himself, Emperor Peter I was ready for a lot. Even an open alliance with pirates
Until the mid-1930s, one of Vladivostok's quarters, Millionka, was perhaps the main problem of the authorities. First, the Russian Empire, and then Soviet Russia. This was the case until 1936, when the NKVD Chekists liquidated this criminal "cancer in the body" of the eastern city. In this article we will tell about the birth, flourishing and complete collapse of the criminal quarter of Vladivostok itself
Despite the fact that in Russia, starting from princely times, the image of the ruler was presented to the people as an "anointed of God" (which implied fear, respect and awe before him from the commoners), everyone understood perfectly well that without personal protection, "the first person of the state "Well, no way. And the fact that at all times there were enough dissatisfied with the policy of this or that sovereign, only added the need for the formation of his reliable protection
For almost seven centuries - from 862 to 1547, the Russian lands were ruled by the princes of the Rurik dynasty. During this time, Russia was destined to experience many significant events: to be baptized, to be under the yoke of the Mongols and Tatars, to annex new lands. As a result, becoming the largest and one of the most powerful states in the then world. Against the background of all these events, the very way of life of the Russian princes was rather monotonous. Although at the same time, the rulers of Russia frankly never came to grieve
The most western principality in Russia - Galicia-Volyn, is described in history as almost completely sovereign and independent from the Golden Horde state. However, this is the opinion of Eastern European historians. But the Hungarians, or the Poles, are unlikely to agree with this judgment. Indeed, on their lands, the Ruthenians regularly attacked as part of the khan's armies. The proof of these facts are not only Polish, Hungarian and Vatican ancient chronicles, but also the "patriotic" Ipatiev Chronicle
Animation is an art form popular with both children and adults. After all, it is used both in the creation of not only funny cartoons, but also in advertising, presentations, and even in the "serious" film industry. The profession of an animator obliges the creators of animation videos to constantly improve and invent something, to come up with new shooting technologies. And it doesn't matter how the author works on the creation of an animated film - with the help of a computer or manually
Not all the creations of Russian classics, which today are considered recognized masterpieces, were welcomed by the public of their time. The reason for this was often the innovation of the authors, which did not find a response among contemporaries, the choice of performers, as well as His Majesty the case
Many residents of the central zone or southern regions of Russia imagine the North as some kind of endless snowy expanses, where only Chukchi roaming on deer live. In fact, this region is colorful and multifaceted. As well as about 40 peoples and ethnic groups inhabiting it. All of them have their own customs, traditions, rituals, as well as a kind of northern cuisine. What do different peoples inhabiting the Russian North eat, and what their gastronomic preferences primarily depend on - this is what this article is about
No matter how from ancient times they presented the people with its rulers, equating them, if not with the gods themselves, then at least with their "messengers" on Earth - first of all, all the rulers, pharaohs, kings were just ordinary people. With their weaknesses and sins. They all loved good food and drink. Some of the "powerful" were not only drunkards, but also real "professionals" - drunkards and alcoholics. In this article, we will tell you about five of the most famous drunkards who
Until the middle of the 20th century, 2 types of power plants were used in all submarines. For movement on the surface, submarines used powerful diesel engines, and for underwater navigation - electric traction from batteries. Thus, the reserve of autonomy of the submarines was severely limited. Everything changed in 1954. It was in this year that the United States built the world's first nuclear-powered submarine, Nautilus. Very soon - just 3 years later, a nuclear-powered submarine appeared at the Soviet
If you believe the official statistics, or rather, the Guinness Book of Records, then the longest life was lived by the Frenchwoman Jeanne Kelmann - 122 years. However, in the USSR, according to official documents, there was a long-liver who lived 46 years longer than the record holder from France. The name of this long-liver was Shirali Muslimov. Talish nationality and a shepherd by profession, he lived to be 168 years old
The generally accepted date for the beginning of the Christian era on the territory of modern Russia is the 10th century. More precisely, the year 988. It was in this year that the Kiev prince Vladimir began to baptize Russia, making Christianity the official religion of the state. However, the Slavs were far from the first people (within the borders of the modern Russian Federation) who departed from paganism and accepted faith in Jesus Christ
Russia on its territory is simply replete with various unique places and natural wonders. Some of them are included in the list of the most famous secret and unidentified mysteries of the world. One of these mysteries is a unique geological formation in the form of a cone-shaped crater on the territory of the Irkutsk region, called by the local "Nest of the Fire Eagle"
Few people in Russia do not know about the legendary Tunguska meteorite that fell into the Siberian taiga at the beginning of the 20th century. But about a much larger one, Popigaysky, not many have heard for sure. Although this meteorite, having arrived on the planet about 35 million years ago, left a giant crater over 100 kilometers in diameter on Siberian land. Where the Popigai meteorite fell, what are the features of it and the crater it left, and why for many years some information about this astro problem was kept secret - about all this
The creators of the series "Game of Thrones" spoke about the upcoming spin-off. According to them, there will be no old characters in the new picture, since they will devote it to completely different events and a period of history
To achieve success in the field of show business, you need to understand the psychology of the potential viewer, which will help you stand out from the gray mass, find your own chips, emphasize your merits with them and become interesting for society. Finding yourself is always associated with turning points, repeated attempts to stabilize your life and gain confidence in the future
The cast of Game of Thrones will be joined by another athlete, this time from Ireland. What role went to the lucky one is not yet known. The newcomer on the set is well acquainted with the performer of the role of the Mountain
The journalists managed to find out how much the actors of "Game of Thrones" will earn for the new season. It turned out that in the last years of work, the fees of the actors have grown significantly
More spoilers have leaked from the set of Game of Thrones. For those who do not want to be upset or happy ahead of time, it is highly discouraged to read the following information. And remember that we warned you
American actor Will Smith commented on the appearance of a lover for his wife Jada Pinkett Smith. The artist denied rumors that he allowed his wife to meet with the singer August Alsina. He called this information false. The actress herself also stated that this is "absolutely not true"
The leader of the rock group Alisa, Konstantin Kinchev, announced that he would give concerts, despite the antiviral restrictions. The scandal with the artist erupted after the city administration fined the site where the musician gave an "underground" concert
American actress and fashion model Pamela Anderson got married for the sixth time. The chosen celebrity was her bodyguard Dan Hayhurst. As 53-year-old Anderson said, she met her future husband in early 2020. From that moment on, they constantly spent time together and fell in love with each other, being in self-isolation
Every time before the onset of the examination session, the entire student fraternity is in awe and wonders how to survive this difficult period and not grow tails. The simplest answer is to sit down and learn everything. But sometimes in this seemingly simple scheme, something does not converge, and the session must be passed. Student life hacks, tested on more than one generation of students, will help
Every year hundreds of people come to the International Conference called "Flat Earth", which is held in different cities of the United States, to provide humanity with new evidence that the Earth is a plane
Amateur astronomy emerged at the end of the 19th century. French writer and astronomer Camille Flammarion founded the first circle for lovers of astronomy and physics. A year later, a similar circle appeared in Nizhny Novgorod. It was amateur astronomy that subsequently led to the development of modern science
In what other country in the world does the President and the Government annually give their people a new anthem? Totally, absolutely, completely new, unlike in a single word or sound to all the previous ones? A normal person will say - you are crazy, but not in any .
For the first time in the 12-year history of the legendary Russian Wave festival, REGATA will be held! Every day - real sports races and the battle for the Russian Wave Cup in sailing, every night - a new marina, a new place for our parties .
Harrison Ford will sell his favorite leather jacket, in which he plays Han Solo. The money raised from the auction will go to support scientists involved in medical research of such a serious disease as epilepsy
Unknown persons committed an act of vandalism in famous Berlin museums located on the so-called Museum Island. Die Zeit newspaper reported that at least 70 art objects were doused with oily liquid
Many signs and superstitions revolve around wedding rings. They are a symbol of a strong and happy family. The spouses exchange them as a sign of eternal love for each other. But, unfortunately, there are couples who are unable to cope with the burden of marriage, and are forced to leave. Now the ex-husband and wife not only receive a divorce document, but also decide what to do with the wedding rings
The world famous Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie, who recently broke up with her husband Brad Pitt, is suspected of having an affair with a musician known under the pseudonym The Weeknd
Hollywood actor Brad Pitt was able through court to obtain joint custody of children from his ex-wife Angelina Jolie
There is no lack of information now. The internet and television are shaping reality. The subconscious of every person can obey these sources of information. Scientists have concluded that modern people receive more information in two weeks than the inhabitants of the Middle Ages throughout their lives
The pianist Luka Zatravkin, who is also the son of the famous Russian artist Nikas Safronov, appreciated the proposal of Vladimir Zhirinovsky, the leader of the Liberal Democratic Party, to set the weight norm for ordinary Russians to 80 kg, and for officials - 100 kg
Orthopedic chairs provide reliable support for the spine while reading and healthy comfort. Top six tips for choosing the right chair model
The widow of the famous actor Nikolai Karachentsev, Honored Artist of the Russian Federation Lyudmila Porgina, told reporters that she began to receive threats due to criticism of Mark Varshaver, who is currently the artistic director of Lenkom
Former soloist Alisa Vox presented her solo album, and later talked about what it really is. The singer's step received very controversial assessments in the domestic space