What is the Cold War? Let's put it here in simple words!

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Холодная война была периодом политической и военной напряженности между западными державами во главе с США и восточными державами во главе с Советским Союзом. Это продолжалось с конца Второй мировой войны до начала 90-х годов. Советский Союз играл центральную роль в формировании политической и военной картины того времени.

Во время Холодной войны СССР и США вели гонку ядерных вооружений, а также конкурировали за влияние в различных странах мира. Эта конкуренция часто принимала форму прокси-войн. Например, Корейская война, Вьетнамская война и Советско-афганская война.

Оглядываясь назад, можно сказать, что холодная война оказала глубокое влияние на мир, сформировав глобальную политику и международную систему так, как это ощущается и сегодня. Окончание «холодной войны» ознаменовало конец биполярного мира и наступление новой эры международных отношений.

Translation:

The Cold War was a period of political and military tension between the Western powers, led by the United States, and the Eastern powers, led by the Soviet Union. It lasted from the end of World War II to the early 1990s. The Soviet Union played a central role in shaping the political and military landscape of the time.

During the Cold War, the Soviet Union and the United States engaged in a nuclear arms race, as well as a competition for influence in various countries around the world. This competition often took the form of proxy wars. For example, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and the Soviet-Afghan War.

In retrospect, the Cold War had a profound impact on the world, shaping global politics and shaping the international system in ways that are still felt today. The end of the Cold War marked the end of the bipolar world and the emergence of a new era of international relations.

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Today we talk about one of my favorite poems by Dmitry Bykov. Enjoy! And make sure to listen till the end, there's a normal narrator reading the poem:)

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На самом деле мне нравилась только ты, мой идеал и моё мерило. Во всех моих женщинах были твои черты, и это с ними меня мирило.

Пока ты там, покорна своим страстям, летаешь между Орсе и Прадо, — я, можно сказать, собрал тебя по частям. Звучит ужасно, но это правда.

Одна курноса, другая с родинкой на спине, третья умеет всё принимать как данность. Одна не чает души в себе, другая — во мне (вместе больше не попадалось).

Одна, как ты, со лба отдувает прядь, другая вечно ключи теряет, а что я ни разу не мог в одно всё это собрать — так Бог ошибок не повторяет.

И даже твоя душа, до которой ты  допустила меня раза три через все препоны, —  осталась тут, воплотившись во все живые цветы и все неисправные телефоны.

А ты боялась, что я тут буду скучать, подачки сам себе предлагая. А ливни, а цены, а эти шахиды, а роспечать? Бог с тобой, ты со мной, моя дорогая.

Translation:

Well in truth you're the only one that I've loved My ideal that stands no comparison In all of my women, I'm looking for you now And that's what's helped me make peace with them

And while you indulge in your passion for arts Taking trips from Orsay to Museo del Prado One might say I've assembled you from small parts I know how it sounds. That's the truth. I won't lie, you know.

Her nose turns up at the end While Her back has got the same birthmark One of them thinks the world of herself, another — of me But no match made in heaven, no love spark

One will blow a strand of hair from her face, One puts her keys God knows where That I failed to encounter all that in one place Is due to God being cautious in avoiding same errors.

And even your soul that I've only reached thrice, through all of that stymieing It stayed Right here with me, in flowers that'll bloom in a trice And old broken phones that aren't dialing

To think you were worried that I'd be all alone Feeling bad for myself — for good reason But those rains, prices, bombs or the press from back home, Why, you've never left me, my love, and you fill every season.

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Hey everyone! I hope everything is fine:) 

Today we talk about Russian music. This episode is quite challenging but interesting.

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Русская музыка охватывает широкий спектр стилей и жанров: от традиционной народной музыки до классических композиций. Для народной музыки характерно использование балалайки и домры, традиционных русских струнных инструментов. Народные песни часто рассказывают истории о повседневной жизни, любви и природе.

Классическая музыка в России имеет богатую историю: такие известные композиторы, как Петр Чайковский и Сергей Рахманинов, писали произведения, которые до сих пор исполняются во всем мире. Эти композиторы, наряду с Дмитрием Шостаковичем, Игорем Стравинским и Сергеем Прокофьевым, помогли сделать Россию центром классической музыки. Их произведения считаются одними из лучших образцов классической музыки в мире и до сих пор исполняются в концертных залах и оперных театрах многих стран.

В последние годы в российской музыке также наблюдается появление новых жанров, таких как рок, поп и хип-хоп. Эти жанры завоевали популярность среди молодежи и открыли музыкантам новые возможности для демонстрации своих талантов. Кроме того, современные технологии, такие как Интернет и потоковые платформы, облегчили российским музыкантам доступ к мировой аудитории.

В целом русская музыка представляет собой богатую и разнообразную область, простирающуюся от традиционных народных песен до самых передовых классических произведений, отражающую культурное наследие страны, ее исторический и политический контекст, а также художественное творчество ее народа.

Translation:

Russian music encompasses a diverse range of styles and genres, from traditional folk music to classical compositions. Folk music is characterized by its use of the balalaika and the domra, traditional Russian string instruments. Folk songs often tell stories about daily life, love, and nature.

Classical music has a rich history in Russia, with famous composers such as Pyotr Tchaikovsky and Sergei Rachmaninoff, both of whom wrote works that are still performed today all over the world. These composers, along with Dmitry Shostakovich, Igor Stravinsky, and Sergei Prokofiev, helped establish Russia as a center for classical music. Their works are considered some of the finest examples of classical music in the world, and are still performed in concert halls and opera houses in many countries.

In recent years, Russian music has also seen the emergence of new genres, such as rock, pop, and hip-hop. These genres have gained popularity among young people and have created new opportunities for musicians to showcase their talents. Additionally, modern technologies like the internet and streaming platforms have made it easier for Russian musicians to reach a global audience.

Overall, Russian music is a rich and diverse field that spans from traditional folk songs to the most advanced classical compositions, reflecting the country's cultural heritage, its historical and political context, and the artistic creativity of its people.

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Russian language is incredibly beautiful, thank you so much for learning it with me :)

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Почему я люблю русский язык?

Есть множество причин, по которым я люблю русский язык.

Вот несколько из них:

Прежде всего, красота русского языка заключается в его мелодичности и выразительности. Каждое слово как бы обладает ритмичностью, как если бы оно было лирическим произведением. Страстные интонации доставляют удовольствие и слушать, и говорить.

К тому же русская литература славится своей глубиной и сложностью, и, выучив язык, я могу погрузиться в произведения Толстого, Достоевского и Пушкина в их первоначальном виде. Русский язык открывает двери в литературный мир, обширный, глубокий, наполненный глубокими эмоциями и философскими размышлениями.

Кроме того, русский язык позволяет заглянуть в яркую и разнообразную культуру. Это позволяет мне общаться с людьми, понимать их историю и ценить их традиции.

Translation:

There are numerous reasons why I find myself in love with the Russian language.

Here are a few of them:

First and foremost, the beauty of Russian lies in its melodic and expressive nature. Each word seems to possess a rhythmic quality as if it were a lyrical composition. The way the language rolls off the tongue and the passionate intonations it allows for make it a delight to listen to and speak.

Moreover, Russian literature is renowned for its depth and complexity, and by learning the language, I am able to immerse myself in the works of Tolstoy, Dostoevsky, and Pushkin in their original form. The Russian language opens the doors to a literary world that is vast, profound, and filled with profound emotions and philosophical musings.

Additionally, the Russian language offers a fascinating glimpse into a vibrant and diverse culture. It allows me to connect with the people, understand their history, and appreciate their traditions.

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Russian government explained in this short episode:)

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Россия –  это президентская республика. 

Президент России – это глава государства и правительства. 

Президент избирается всенародным голосованием на 6 лет и может избираться максимум на два срока подряд. 

Президент также отвечает за назначение премьер-министра и других ключевых правительственных чиновников. 

Премьер-министр – это глава правительства. Он отвечает за координацию работы федерального правительства. 

Федеральное Собрание является законодательной ветвью власти и состоит из двух палат: Государственной Думы и Совета Федерации. 

Государственная Дума – это нижняя палата, а Совет Федерации – верхняя палата. Депутаты Государственной Думы избираются всенародным голосованием на пять лет, а члены Совета Федерации назначаются руководителями регионов и республик страны.

Судебная власть не зависит от исполнительной и законодательной власти и отвечает за толкование и соблюдение законов страны.

Translation:

Russia is a presidential republic. 

The President of Russia is the head of state and government. 

The President is elected by popular vote for a six-year term and can serve a maximum of two consecutive terms. 

The President is also responsible for appointing the Prime Minister and other key government officials. 

The Prime Minister is the head of government and is responsible for coordinating the work of the federal government. 

The Federal Assembly is the legislative branch of the government and consists of two chambers: the State Duma and the Federation Council. 

The State Duma is the lower house, and the Federation Council is the upper house. 

Members of the State Duma are elected by popular vote for a five-year term. In contrast, members of the Federation Council are appointed by the leaders of the country's regions and republics. 

The judiciary is independent of the executive and legislative branches and is responsible for interpreting and enforcing the country's laws.

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Russian folk tales are back! Today we speak about The Turnip.

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Посадил дед репку. Выросла репка большая-пребольшая.

Пошёл дед рвать репку: Тянет – потянет, Вытянуть не может! Позвал дед бабку. Бабка за дедку,

Дедка за репку – Тянут – потянут, Вытянуть не могут! Пришла внучка. Внучка за бабку, Бабка за дедку, Дедка за репку – Тянут – потянут, Вытянуть не могут! Пришла собачка. Собачка за внучку, Внучка за бабку, Бабка за дедку, Дедка за репку – Тянут – потянут, Вытянуть не могут!

Пришла кошка. Кошка за собачку, Собачка за внучку,

Внучка за бабку, Бабка за дедку, Дедка за репку – Тянут – потянут, Вытянуть не могут! Пришла мышка. Мышка за кошку, Кошка за собачку, Собачка за внучку, Внучка за бабку, Бабка за дедку, Дедка за репку – Тянут – потянут –

И вытянули репку!

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Russia and Ukraine are all over the news today:( I simply can't stay silent in this situation. Let's all remain human in this situation and remember that peace in the world is the most important thing. 

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Киев – столица и самый густонаселенный город Украины.

Это важный промышленный, научный, образовательный и культурный центр Восточной Европы.

Говорят, что название города происходит от имени Кия, одного из четырех его легендарных основателей. Киев, вероятно, существовал как торговый центр еще в пятом веке. Славянское поселение на великом торговом пути между Скандинавией и Константинополем.

Полностью разрушенный во время монгольского нашествия в 1240 году, город утратил большую часть своего влияния. Это была провинциальная столица второстепенного значения на окраине территорий, контролируемых ее могущественными соседями, сначала Литвой, затем Польшей и, наконец, Россией.

Город снова процветал во время промышленной революции в Российской империи в конце 19 века. В 1918 году, после того как Украинская Народная Республика провозгласила независимость от Советской России, Киев стал ее столицей. С 1921 г. Киев был городом Советской Украины, а с 1934 г. Киев был ее столицей. Город был почти полностью разрушен во время Второй мировой войны, но быстро восстановился в послевоенные годы, оставаясь третьим по величине городом Советского Союза.

После распада Советского Союза и обретения Украиной независимости в 1991 году Киев оставался столицей Украины.

Kyiv is the capital and most populous city of Ukraine.

It is an important industrial, scientific, educational, and cultural center of Eastern Europe.

The city's name is said to derive from the name of Kyi, one of its four legendary founders. Kyiv probably existed as a commercial center as early as the 5th century. A Slavic settlement on the great trade route between Scandinavia and Constantinople.

Completely destroyed during the Mongol invasions in 1240, the city lost most of its influence. It was a provincial capital of marginal importance in the outskirts of the territories controlled by its powerful neighbors, first Lithuania, then Poland, and ultimately Russia.

The city prospered again during the Russian Empire's Industrial Revolution in the late 19th century. In 1918, after the Ukrainian People's Republic declared independence from Soviet Russia, Kyiv became its capital. From 1921 onwards Kyiv was a city of Soviet Ukraine, and, from 1934, Kyiv was its capital. The city was almost completely ruined during World War II but quickly recovered in the postwar years, remaining the Soviet Union's third-largest city.

Following the collapse of the Soviet Union and Ukrainian independence in 1991, Kyiv remained Ukraine's capital.

 

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Today we talk about another wonderful poem by Samuil Marshak. Please, read the text in Russian and English. 

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Жил человек рассеянный На улице Бассейной.

Сел он утром на кровать, Стал рубашку надевать, В рукава просунул руки — Оказалось, это брюки.

Вот какой рассеянный С улицы Бассейной!

Надевать он стал пальто — Говорят ему: не то. Стал натягивать гамаши — Говорят ему: не ваши.

Вот какой рассеянный С улицы Бассейной!

Вместо шапки на ходу Он надел сковороду. Вместо валенок перчатки Натянул себе на пятки.

Вот какой рассеянный С улицы Бассейной!

Однажды на трамвае Он ехал на вокзал И, двери открывая, Вожатому сказал:

— Глубокоуважаемый Вагоноуважатый! Вагоноуважаемый Глубокоуважатый! Во что бы то ни стало Мне надо выходить. Нельзя ли у трамвала Вокзай остановить?

Вожатый удивился — Трамвай остановился.

Вот какой рассеянный С улицы Бассейной!

Он отправился в буфет Покупать себе билет. А потом помчался в кассу Покупать бутылку квасу.

Вот какой рассеянный С улицы Бассейной!

Побежал он на перрон, Влез в отцепленный вагон, Внёс узлы и чемоданы, Рассовал их под диваны, Сел в углу перед окном И заснул спокойным сном...

— Это что за полустанок? — Закричал он спозаранок. А с платформы говорят: — Это город Ленинград.

Он опять поспал немножко И опять взглянул в окошко, Увидал большой вокзал, Удивился и сказал:

— Это что за остановка — Бологое иль Поповка? А с платформы говорят: — Это город Ленинград.

Он опять поспал немножко И опять взглянул в окошко, Увидал большой вокзал, Потянулся и сказал:

— Что за станция такая — Дибуны или Ямская? А с платформы говорят: — Это город Ленинград.

Закричал он: — Что за шутки! Еду я вторые сутки, А приехал я назад, А приехал в Ленинград!

Вот какой рассеянный С улицы Бассейной!

1930

 

English:

There lived an absent-minded lad, Whom on Basseynaya street we met   In the morning, on his bed, He, when putting on his shirt, In the sleeves then placed his arms- Sleeves turned out to be his pants.   Such an absent-minded lad There once lived in Basseynaya street!   When he tried to don his coat- They all tell him: wrong stuff, man! When he started putting gaiters- They all tell him: It's not yours!   Such an absent-minded lad There once lived in Basseynaya street!   In a hurry, on his head, Frying pan replaced his hat. His felt boots, he couldn't get So his heels got gloves instead.   Such an absent-minded lad There once lived in Basseynaya street!   By tram and to some station He, once, was heading towards Then, opening the doors, said he To the conductor-man:   - My dearest of friends, you are The best of all conductors! Respected by all carriages Respected by all people! Cost what it may, my chap I need to exit here. So it is ever possible This "stam" stop at the "tration"? Conductor-man got so surprised- The tram was stopped that instant.   Such an absent-minded lad There once lived in Basseynaya street!   Heading down to the canteen Tickets tried to purchase he. Later, ran to the cashier, Thinking he could get a drink.   Such an absent-minded lad There once lived in Basseynaya street!   Having reached the platform, then Found our lad a detached train. Got his sacks and cases in, Stuffed his stuff under the seats, Facing one of the corner windows There he found a restful sleep. - What's this simple country station? - Cried our lad, the morning dawning. Platform people tell our man: - Leningrad's this town's name.   He again dozed off a little And anew looked out the window, Saw a great big station then, Got surprised, and asked again:   - What is, now, this current station - Bologoye or Petrovka? Platform people tell our man: - Leningrad's this town's name.   He again dozed off a little And anew looked out the window, Saw a great big station then, Yawned and stretched, and asked again:   - And what is supposed to be this station - Dibuny? Maybe Yamskaya? Platform people tell our man: - Leningrad's this town's name.   Then he cried: Is this some joke, eh! I've been on this train for days now, And you're telling me I'm back, I am back to Leningrad!   Such an absent-minded lad There once lived in Basseynaya street!

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В возрасте пяти лет Пётр начал учиться играть на фортепиано.

В 1865 году Чайковский окончил с отличием консерваторию — получил диплом и серебряную медаль.

В Москве в 1866 году Чайковский сочинил первую симфонию под названием "Зимние грезы" и первую оперу “Воевода".

Композитор стал новатором в области балета, где главным компонентом балетной драматургии стала музыка. Он создал балеты "Лебединое озеро" (1876), "Спящая красавица" (1889), "Щелкунчик" (1892).

6 ноября 1893 года композитор скончался от холеры. Он  похоронен в Александро-Невской лавре в Санкт-Петербурге.

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At the age of five, Peter began to learn to play the piano.

In 1865, Tchaikovsky graduated with honors from the Conservatory – he received diploma and a silver medal.

In Moscow in 1866, Tchaikovsky composed his first symphony entitled “Winter Dreams” and the first opera “Voevoda”.

The composer became an innovator in the field of ballet, where music became the main component of ballet drama. He created the ballets “Swan Lake” (1876), “The Sleeping Beauty” (1889), “The Nutcracker” (1892).

On November 6 1893, the composer died of cholera. He was buried at the Alexander Nevsky Lavra in St. Petersburg.

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Who was the first man in space? Let's find out!

Кто был первым человеком в космосе? Первым человеком в космосе был Юрий Гагарин. 

Он родился 9 марта 1934 года в деревне Клушино рядом с городом Гжатском. Сейчас этот город называется Гагарин. 

В 1950-е годы Юрий учился в Первом Военном авиационном училище лётчиков. Как он стал космонавтом? Работать с космической техникой могли только особые кандидаты — профессионалы, абсолютно здоровые, дисциплинированные. Гагарина выбрали из 20 человек. 

12 апреля 1961 года Юрий Гагарин стал первым человеком в мировой истории, который совершил полёт в космос. На корабле “Восток-1” он провёл в космосе 108 минут. 

12 апреля в России – национальный праздник, День Космонавтики. 

Translation:

Who was the first person in space? The first man in space was Yuri Gagarin.

He was born on March 9, 1934, in the village of Klushino near the town of Gzhatsk. Now, this city is called Gagarin.

In the 1950s, Yuri studied at the First Military Aviation Pilot School. How did he become an astronaut? Only special candidates could work with space technology - professionals, absolutely healthy, disciplined. Gagarin was chosen from among 20 people.

On April 12, 1961, Yuri Gagarin became the first person in world history to fly into space. On the Vostok-1 spacecraft, he spent 108 minutes in space.

April 12 in Russia is a national holiday, Cosmonautics Day.

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