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Ghost jobs: 40% of companies publish them

The so-called ghost jobs phenomenon is taking on alarming proportions. Three studies have revealed that job adverts for vacancies that do not exist or have already been filled are now ubiquitous.

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Philharmonia Orchestra directed by Marin Alsop. Photo by Alejandro S. Garrido

Mahler and Mahler once again from two leading London orchestras

At the end of October, lovers of the work of Austrian genius Gustav Mahler enjoyed a two-day celebration of his music, as the composer's Second Symphony (1888-1894) and his Fifth Symphony (1901-1902) were performed by the leading London orchestras (the London Symphony Orchestra and the Philharmonia Orchestra) one after another.

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Director Frightens: Trick-or-treating of “Bramayugam” | London Cult.

Director Frightens: Trick-or-treating of “Bramayugam”

Within Indian tradition, the veil between the natural and the supernatural—like that between the individual and the absolute—hangsprecariously thin, allowing spirits and demons to drift between realms, bending mortals to their whims through deception or wisdom… Such truths flow through the verses of the wandering singer Thevan, whose hymns of…

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Iya Patarkatsishvili: "There’s no inspiration in this - only a cry from the pit of despair" | London Cult.

Iya Patarkatsishvili: “There’s no inspiration in this – only a cry from the pit of despair”

Iya Patarkatsishvili is a political activist advocating for human rights, with a particular focus on Russian political prisoners. Leveraging her extensive knowledge of the arts and her personal experience in politics, she uses the theatre as a platform to explore the nuances of human nature. For Patarkatsishvili, theatre is a…

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UN VOYAGE SANS FIN: solo exhibition by Stanislav Falkov | London Cult.

UN VOYAGE SANS FIN: solo exhibition by Stanislav Falkov

The upcoming exhibition at ADH Gallery, is not just a showcase of works born from the landscapes of Spain and France — it is a philosophical continuation of the concept of «Un voyage sans fin».

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Terribly Scary Entertainment: How to Celebrate Halloween in London | London Cult.

Terribly Scary Entertainment: How to Celebrate Halloween in London

Halloween is a special time to come face-to-face with fright. Starting in early October, the city wraps itself in cobwebs, dons witch masks, wizard cloaks, and piles up pumpkins, and by the end of the month, it celebrates with abandon. So, where can you get a quality scare and scare…

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A war story through a child’s perspective: a talk with the director and cast after the world premiere of “Blitz” at London Film Festival. | London Cult.

A war story through a child’s perspective: a talk with the director and cast after the world premiere of “Blitz” at London Film Festival.

The London Film Festival opened with a gala screening of Steve McQueen's *Blitz*, a film that tells the story of a nine-year-old boy named George, who embarks on an odyssey to return home to the London borough of Stepney Green. George, born to a father of African descent, lives with…

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The World of Yesterday

Anya Ostrovskaya’s The World of Yesterday at Camden People’s Theatre

A journey through the life of the renowned Austrian writer whose memoir captured the essence of the human experience in the early 20th century. Born to a Jewish family in Vienna, Zweig flourished during the peaceful pre-war years, before being forced into exile by the rise of Nazism. The World…

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The play “The World of Yesterday: A Cabaret Evening” | London Cult.

The play “The World of Yesterday: A Cabaret Evening”

The play “The World of Yesterday: A Cabaret Evening,” directed by Anya Ostrovskaya, returns to the stage at Camden People’s Theatre on November 19 and 20 at 7:00 PM.

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Quellenhof Luxury Resort Passeier: Unique Moments in the Heart of Tyrol | London Cult.

Quellenhof Luxury Resort Passeier: Unique Moments in the Heart of Tyrol

The Art of Living Every Moment as Unique. Nestled in the picturesque mountains of the Val Passiria valley, Quellenhof Luxury Resort Passeier is where life becomes a series of unforgettable moments. Here, every detail enhances your experience: fresh alpine air, crystal-clear water, and majestic mountain views.

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How it goes: we ordered a ghost from L'ETO. | London Cult.

How it goes: we ordered a ghost from L’ETO.

Today, the most charming little ghost flew into our home! The kids picked it out and ordered it themselves. Covered in a mysterious white fondant cloak, with big black chocolate eyes—light, spongey, soaked with a hint of lemon juice, and filled with creamy pistachio mousse... Wow!

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Director is Satisfied: “The Seed of the Sacred Fig” takes root in darkness | London Cult.

Director is Satisfied: “The Seed of the Sacred Fig” takes root in darkness

Ficus Religiosa—a plant with an unusual life cycle. Its seeds, dispersed by birds, fall ontoother trees and, as they germinate, extend their aerial roots earthward. The new branches entwinearound the host plant, strangling it until the sacred fig stands autonomous. According to legend, it was under such a tree that…

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Discover designers of the Silk Road | London Cult.

Discover designers of the Silk Road

On September 16th, the Silk Road Fashion London show took place as part of London Fashion Week. Here, we recap the catwalks and the history of the event

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Impossible Life: A Soldier’s Mother's Story Performed in London | London Cult.

Impossible Life: A Soldier’s Mother’s Story Performed in London

The play "Vanya Is Alive" has already been performed in London, will be brought back again, and is successfully shown in other European cities. Yes, it's a play from 2022, clearly reflecting our current reality. However, director and actor manage not to fall into topical moralizing—there's none of that here.…

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Under the Mask of Irony: Vanya Volkov's Solo Exhibition Jokes Everywhere in London | London Cult.

Under the Mask of Irony: Vanya Volkov’s Solo Exhibition Jokes Everywhere in London

Contemporary artist Ivan Volkov will present his solo exhibition ‘Jokes Everywhere’ from October 22 to 27 – an artistic dialog about the nature of evil, which is often hidden under the mask of irony and joke. The curators are Dmitry Malyshev and Valeria Nikitina.

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