Most argue that politics is not a woman's business. However, there were enough people in the world who were able to prove that this stereotypical statement is incorrect. And if you disagree, then below is a list of ten political leaders "in a skirt" who were very famous at one time in such a difficult, and most importantly, non-feminine activity
He has dozens of roles, among which the most popular are the heroes of comedies by Leonid Gaidai and the characters of children's fairy tales. And each role is so vivid that the audience stole them for quotes. "Sportswoman, Komsomol member and just a beauty!" Everything that has been acquired by overwork!”- today these phrases have become winged. The famous Soviet and Russian theater and film actor Vladimir Etush died on March 9, 97th year of life
Skeletons tend to fall out of closets at rather unexpected moments. It is unlikely that the heartbroken Mrs. Wilson, mourning her recently deceased spouse, was ready to be not the only inconsolable widow of the writer and former intelligence officer. However, later it turns out that Alec Wilson had not two wives, but four, and no, they did not replace each other - each was part of one of the parallel developing stories of his life
It is difficult to imagine that the television series, which have now become cult or at least extremely popular, were once at the stage of creating a pilot episode - the very one that was supposed to decide the future fate of the project. Surprisingly, sometimes the original draft turned out to be a real failure, and the writers had to move mountains to turn the rejected material into a masterpiece
In 2017, Russia in the fight for the gold Oscar statuette was represented by Andrei Konchalovsky's film Paradise. However, “Paradise” did not make it to the short-list of applicants in the nomination “best film in a foreign language”. But this was not always the case - Russian cinema has more than once managed to make a breakthrough at this film award. In this review, films that have become nominees over the years and films that have managed to get gold statuettes
Peter I created a powerful military fleet in Russia. Russia also tried to gain a foothold in the Gulf of Finland during the Livonian War, but Ivan the Terrible failed to do what Peter the Great did. Therefore, the king decided to hire the famous pirate Carsten Rode, who was called the thunderstorm of the Baltic. Read how a pirate captured ships, what attempts were made to catch him, and how Frederick II locked a pirate in an ancient castle
Donetsk resident Alexander Yagubkin remained the only heavyweight world champion in the history of Soviet boxing. The athlete won all the cups possible at that time, but he never went to the Olympic Games. Yagubkin was offered access to the ring with Mike Tyson, and a million dollar fee was at stake. But this did not happen either. And it wasn’t a matter of skill level. Freedom-loving, straightforward and principled Alexander did not fit into the model of behavior of an exemplary Soviet champion
More than 10,000 years ago, a girl (or maybe a young boy) and a baby set off on a tedious journey through the area where the White Sands National Park in New Mexico is now located. They stopped, and the man briefly lowered the child to the ground to rest, after which they continued on their way again. A few hours later the traveler was already walking back, but without a child. Where did the ancient people go and what happened? Scientists are trying to unravel this mystery of the longest line of ancient sl
Tsar Peter went down in history as a brave reformer. But ideas moved the manager not only in the state arena. He also experimented in his unusual predilections. In 1710, he tried to carry out the first experiment in human selection. Peter the Great seriously decided to engage in “breeding” and improving the species of non-standard people - dwarfs and giants
Medieval London was primly decent, God-fearing and polite. Therefore, any mention of women of easy virtue shocked the average man in the street. They were called "lonely ladies", and after her death no lady of easy virtue could count on being buried in an ordinary city cemetery. For even after leaving the other world, she had no right to be in the society of respectable citizens
About nine thousand years ago, in the Neolithic era, an ancient city existed on the territory of modern Turkey. It was so overcrowded that its residents had to climb into their homes through rooftops. Its sad story illustrates eloquently what an overgrowth of urban populations can lead to
In the British Parliament, during the renovation work, a secret passage was discovered, which was built in the 17th century. Like in the fairy tale "The Golden Key", the keyhole leading to the secret room was disguised for many years and remained unnoticed. This secret corridor of Westminster Palace is practically the embodiment of the popular expression "political behind the scenes"
For a long time, the famous writer Paulo Coelho has been preparing a new book for publication. The work was intended for a children's audience and was co-written with the famous American basketball player Kobe Bryant. But in late January, in an interview with The Associated Press, Paulo Coelho announced that he destroyed the draft of the book. And categorically refused to consider the issue of releasing the work to print
She still remains one of the most titled athletes in the world, although more than half a century has passed since her sports career. Larisa Latynina was a winner not only in sports, but also in life. She graduated from school with a gold medal, and the institute with honors. And in the family, she strove for the ideal, but she could only achieve it on the third attempt. She had to endure severe disappointment and learn to live anew after a heavy loss before Larisa Latynina became truly
For most of the history of war, siege has been the most common form of conflict. After all, military operations were conducted in such a way as to capture territories and cities, forcing the enemy to surrender voluntarily or torturing him with long sieges, trying to break through the walls and defenses, which were held not only by men, but also by women who played an important role in the history of different periods
The "Diamond Fund" of Tehran contains the unique treasures of old Persia. One of the most expensive exhibits in the museum is the Peacock Throne, a unique piece of art that once belonged to the Persian shahs. However, this creation is only a faint copy of the historical throne of the Mughal era. It was once decorated with famous diamonds, which are still the largest in the world
This famous Soviet song is popular and familiar all over the world. It was written back in 1938 by Matvey Blanter and Mikhail Isakovsky, and its first performers were Vsevolod Tyutyunnik, Georgy Vinogradov and Vera Krasovitskaya. During the Great Patriotic War, it received a new sound due to the fact that the students of one of the Moscow schools saw off soldiers leaving for the front with this song. In 1943, the melody became a symbol of the Italian Resistance
Stonehenge is a giant stone puzzle in the heart of Europe. Today, very little is known about its origin, purpose and history. The secret also remains how ordinary people could calculate and build such a whopper. In our review 15 facts about one of the most mysterious monuments in Europe
New Year and Christmas is a time of miracles and, of course, gifts. These days everyone is in a hurry to please their loved ones with something pleasant and useful. Celebrities are no exception in this regard: on the eve of the main winter holidays, they purchase gifts for their family and friends. Stars are also given gifts, sometimes touching, sometimes - striking in their luxury
The absolutely magical New Year holiday is approaching. It is not for nothing that they call it a family holiday, because traditionally parents and children, brothers and sisters, grandparents usually gather at a large table. And in this, celebrities are no different from ordinary people. Today we offer you to get acquainted with those dishes that celebrities prepare on the most beautiful holiday
The principle of "victory at any cost" is not always fair. The willingness to give up expensive equipment to an opponent, refuse an incorrectly scored goal, or save a drowning man in the midst of a regatta is as valuable as gold medals. Fair play of football player Igor Netto, help of a Canadian coach to a Russian skier and other noble deeds of athletes - in our selection
Sometimes it's not difficult to keep a marriage for some higher purpose, but keeping love for life is a real talent. Andrei Myagkov and Anastasia Voznesenskaya did not just live together for more than half a century. Through all these long years they have carried tenderness and trepidation of feelings. Their love was able to conquer all adversity
While building a bar in Mexico City, workers stumbled upon an amazing treasure. At a depth of five meters, in the center of the city, they found a huge gold bar. The fact is that under the capital of Mexico is buried the capital of the powerful Aztec empire - the majestic city of Tenochtitlan. There are real legends about the untold fabulous treasures of the Aztecs. How did such a brilliant empire fall and what treasures are still hidden under Mexico City?
For the burial of the dead in Russia, they used mounds, cremation, they could send the deceased on their last journey by boat or leave them in a pestilence hut. The method of burial was influenced by both the idea of the world of the dead and the social status of the deceased, as well as the reasons for the death. Read what a plague hut is, what does a hut on chicken legs have to do with burial and how an air funeral was held
In the 20th century, the Orthodox Church found many new martyrs. At that time in history, the clergy faced a difficult choice. Every Christian, and first of all a clergyman, was automatically considered an enemy of the state and was subjected to destruction. Despite the direct threat to life, during the Soviet era there were many cases of devoted service to the church. This was the reason for the canonization of clergy and martyrs. Their relics are still considered miraculous, and their deeds during the life of a spiritual
When teenagers read Dumas, they usually only follow the "adventure" part. But as soon as an adult picks up a seemingly familiar text for a long time, discoveries begin. Some of the things mentioned by the author, according to Russian law, teenagers should not see in books at all … Although they do not see. Rather, it is adults who are spoiled by many knowledge and many experiences
Australia is a unique continent that hides many secrets and is considered the most colorful and intriguing in the whole world. What is interesting there besides bright sands, hot deserts and never sleeping cities?
The stone gates of ancient Chersonesos (they can still be seen in Crimea today), into which Prince Vladimir entered, divided his life into two parts. In the pagan, sacrifices, murders and a harem with hundreds of concubines remained, and in the Christian - he did alms, led a pious family life with his only legal wife, Anna, did not disdain to share a meal with the beggars. For those who could not come to the prince's court due to illness, food was delivered on carts. At some point, a merciless pagan in the past
There are so many interesting and unexplored places on our planet that we know so little about. And one of these is Antarctica, a very harsh continent covered with centuries-old ice and a haze of mystery. Your attention - the most fascinating data about Antarctica - from the first romantic acquaintance to the set records
What modern PR people should learn from the Bolsheviks is building images and creating a reputation. In world history, Nicholas II has survived under a variety of nicknames. So different that some of them are mutually exclusive. Could the "tsar-rag" be called "Nicholas the bloody"? With all this, in foreign history there are many facts confirming that the last Russian tsar was an extremely progressive leader of his time and an advanced reformer. So what characterizes
We are surrounded by many items and household little things, the manufacturers of which every year try to make them more and more convenient. As a result, some modern gadgets resemble mini-space stations: many functions, buttons for all occasions. However, at the very beginning of its journey, all household appliances were deprived of not only any excesses, but even electricity. Looking at the prototypes of well-known devices, it is not always possible to guess what it is all about
They walk the road of love all their lives. Evgeny Doga and his future wife Natalya met by chance, signed three days later, and for almost 55 years now they have been confidently going through life hand in hand. Even today they cannot imagine themselves without love and without music
The names of their parents are known to everyone, they have become legends of Russian rock and the idols of millions. They say that talent is not inherited. But is this true of the successors of musical dynasties - after all, many of them themselves have achieved considerable success! Ivan Makarevich, Alexander Korolev (Sukachev), Alexander Tsoi, Pyotr Shevchuk, Pavel Galanin - did they manage to prove that they are not only the sons of their famous fathers?
The history of the marble "Angel" that adorns the quiet church garden in the Arkhangelskoye estate near Moscow began in the nineties of the 19th century, when the sculptor received an order and set to work. Or even earlier - when the girl was still alive, whose short biography served as a source of inspiration for the master. Tatiana Yusupova from birth was surrounded by love, very rich, brought up among connoisseurs of art. Still, it is impossible not to regret her: the life of one of the most enviable Russian brides was
In the early 1970s, Sergei Lapin took over as Chairman of the USSR State Committee on Television and Radio. The establishment of a rather strict censorship is associated with his name. Those who, in the 1960s, delighted listeners with their lyrical songs, suddenly began to disappear one by one from TV screens and radio broadcasts. Then many talented performers were included in the so-called "black" list of Sergei Lapin. Each of the artists experienced oblivion after fame in their own way, and therefore their fates developed differently
The era of perestroika and the raising of the "iron curtain" opened new horizons for the inhabitants of the Soviet Union and led to the emergence of new musical trends and groups. Among them, the group "Laskoviy May" has gained incredible popularity. Over the 10 years of its existence, every fifth inhabitant of the country has visited her concerts, and the fans went crazy over the performers, bombarding them with letters and taking their own lives
The birth of a family is always new hopes and joint plans for the future. In particular, spouses often dream of having children. But sometimes it happens that the years go by, and there is still no replenishment in the family. Doctors shrug their shoulders and make disappointing diagnoses. Then it remains only to believe in a miracle and pray to God for the gift of happiness to become parents. And then - to hold a newborn baby in your arms and know exactly whom to thank for a new life
When acquaintances asked the famous composer: “Mikael Leonovich, can't you smear your own son from Afgan?” He replied: “What can I say? Do not send my son to his death, but send the son of a cleaner? " Lieutenant Karen Tariverdiev, immediately after graduating from the Ryazan Airborne School, served in Afghanistan for two and a half years, was the chief of intelligence of a special detachment. appointment, was awarded the Order of the "Red Banner" and two orders of the "Red Star", was wounded five times. Edinst
Leonid Yarmolnik and Oksana Afanasyeva have been together for 35 years. Two characters, two whole personalities, two leaders did not find each other at once. The meeting with Oksana turned Leonid from a fickle conqueror of women's hearts into an exemplary family man. She was the last love of the great Vladimir Vysotsky. Yarmolnik became her husband, friend, lover and father to their only daughter
She was the owner of one of the most famous secular salons in Paris. A friend of the Goncharov sisters, who hosted the Dantes spouses, while they were refused from many houses after the tragic duel on the Black River. Anastasia Khlyustina's guests felt themselves surrounded by the most sensitive attention and immersed in the most highly intellectual, subtle conversations. And the flame of an ordinary candle destroyed her, in an instant, destroying health and, if not beauty, then at least an interesting external individual