# Music

Zlata Ognevich’s claim that the secret to looking flawless lies in one’s financial means sparked a storm of reactions online. However, as is often the case, a single phrase, taken out of context, instantly went viral and sparked a wave of discussion. Tina Karol also found herself in the spotlight and did not leave the situation uncommented.

Ukrainian singer Vitaliy Kozlovskyi has shared some rare family photos and, for the first time in a long while, shown his sister Olena. The artist explained that she had looked after him since childhood and remains the person closest to him today, whom he calls his “second mum”.

British singer Dua Lipa has joined the fundraising effort to buy a pickup truck for the First Separate Medical Battalion.

Ukrainian singer Alina Grosu has become a mother for the first time – she has given birth to a son. According to her, the little one is growing up to be a calm baby, responds well to his mother’s voice and is already bringing his parents a lot of joy.

The organisers of “Eurovision 2026” in Vienna are tightening security rules at the Wiener Stadthalle – spectators will only be allowed to bring in fire-resistant flags and banners that have been certified as compliant with fire safety regulations. Meanwhile, Ukraine’s representative LELÉKA performed at the biggest pre-contest promotional concert in Amsterdam and met with Ukrainians living in the Netherlands.

The singer Britney Spears has checked into a rehabilitation centre for drug addicts. A month ago, she was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.

Aurika, the younger sister of the legendary singer Sofia Rotaru, has revealed where the star is living during the full-scale war in Ukraine and what she has been up to.

Russian rapper Artem Brovkov, known as Fuze, has died in a road accident. He was the founder of the band Krec, who left Russia after the outbreak of the full-scale war, spoke out publicly against Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and was added to the Russian Ministry of Justice’s register of ‘foreign agents’.

Canadian singer Celine Dion has announced her return to the stage four years after being diagnosed with an incurable condition that affected her voice and her ability to walk.

The singer LELÉKA previously stated that the team had been unable to secure sponsors for their preparations for Eurovision 2026. Her representatives later clarified that preparations for the contest are being funded partly by Suspilne, as well as with the support of Ukrainian businesses, brands and patrons.

70% of Ukrainians support their country’s participation in the Eurovision Song Contest, which will take place in Vienna (Austria) on 12 May this year. At the same time, only 12% of those surveyed believe that spending public funds on the television show is justified.

After a hiatus of almost four years, BTS are returning with a new album, *Arirang*, a live event on Netflix and the biggest tour of their career. In an exclusive interview, the band members spoke about how they have changed since completing their military service, why they have embraced their Korean identity, and the challenges they have faced in a music industry that has changed dramatically during this time.