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Winter through the eyes of Ukrainian artists
Discover a collection of beautiful winter paintings from Ukraine!
Jan 10
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Looking back at 2025
The last letter of this year: news, reflections, and poetry.
Dec 20, 2025
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A Belarusian poem for December
A beautiful winter poem by Belarusian writer, Kanstancyja Bujlo.
Dec 13, 2025
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Why spring in Ukraine won’t come without singing — the fascinating history of vesnianky
Apr 26, 2025
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The hidden truth about Scythians – warriors of the Ukrainian steppes
Jul 12, 2025
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Illusion of peace
Nov 16, 2024
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How chestnut trees became a symbol of Kyiv
May 17, 2025
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The biggest lesson my grandma taught me
Mar 8, 2025
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The magical world of Ukrainian mythology
Oct 25, 2025
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Culture
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Winter through the eyes of Ukrainian artists
Discover a collection of beautiful winter paintings from Ukraine!
Jan 10
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Darya Zorka
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A Belarusian poem for December
A beautiful winter poem by Belarusian writer, Kanstancyja Bujlo.
Dec 13, 2025
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Darya Zorka
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Mykola Lysenko – the Father of Ukrainian music
Learn about the most prominent Ukrainian composer and listen to the timeless music of Ukraine.
Dec 6, 2025
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The beauty of Ukrainian culture captured in old photographs
View a unique collection of historical photos from Ukraine that show the beauty of Ukrainian culture and people.
Nov 29, 2025
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Autumn poem from Ukraine
A translation of a beautiful poem by Mykola Rudenko.
Nov 15, 2025
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Surprising facts about the Ukrainian language
Interesting facts and a brief history of the Ukrainian language.
Nov 1, 2025
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The magical world of Ukrainian mythology
Learn about the Ukrainian mythical creatures: dark, dangerous, and fascinating.
Oct 25, 2025
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Discover Belarusian art you’ve never seen before
How I went on a quest to find Belarusian artists and what I found.
Oct 18, 2025
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Recipes from Eastern Europe
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Grated pie with homemade jam – the best comfort dessert
A step-by-step recipe for the most cozy and comforting pie. Buttery, soft, with delicious, crunchy crust and berry filling!
Nov 22, 2025
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Favorite berry cake – delicious and easy to make
The recipe for a vanilla berry cake from my mother’s cookbook. Very easy, soft, and full of flavor!
Jul 26, 2025
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Paska – traditional Ukrainian Easter bread
The history and recipe for delicious, sweet, and buttery bread – the heart of the Ukrainian Easter table.
Apr 19, 2025
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Syrnyky - light and fluffy farmer’s cheese pancakes
The favorite Ukrainian breakfast and dessert recipe from my mother-in-law!
Feb 19, 2025
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Khrustyky - delicious Ukrainian pastries
A recipe for crispy and delicate pastries that are perfect for the Christmas table!
Dec 11, 2024
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A Belarusian poem for December
A beautiful winter poem by Belarusian writer, Kanstancyja Bujlo.
Dec 13, 2025
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Autumn poem from Ukraine
A translation of a beautiful poem by Mykola Rudenko.
Nov 15, 2025
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One of my favorite Ukrainian poems
and lessons from writers from the past.
Oct 11, 2025
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A rare poem by Lesia Ukrainka that wasn’t translated before
Discover the work of the most legendary woman writer in Ukrainian history.
Sep 13, 2025
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The weight we carry
Personal thoughts and a recording and translation of a Belarusian poem that helped me through a very difficult week.
May 3, 2025
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Five poems by Ukrainian writers that must be read by everyone
Some were written almost a hundred years ago, some just recently. Read them, share them, and continue to stand with Ukraine.
Feb 22, 2025
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A light in the window
Reflections on Belarusian identity, culture, and history, and a translation and recording of a rare Belarusian poem.
Feb 1, 2025
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Biographies
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Mykola Lysenko – the Father of Ukrainian music
Learn about the most prominent Ukrainian composer and listen to the timeless music of Ukraine.
Dec 6, 2025
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Solomiya Krushelnytska – the Ukrainian opera legend whose voice captivated the world
Learn the incredible story of one of the best opera singers of the 20th century, whose voice and beauty enchanted the world.
Aug 23, 2025
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Lesia Ukrainka – the shining star of Ukraine
Pt. 2: The incredible life and work of the most famous Ukrainian writer.
Apr 5, 2025
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The daughter of Prometheus – Lesia Ukrainka, the legendary Ukrainian writer
Pt.1: The life and work of the most iconic and beloved Ukrainian writer, poet, and activist.
Mar 29, 2025
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The Queen of Flowers – a life story of Kateryna Bilokur, a genius Ukrainian artist
A story of incredible talent and perseverance that teaches never to give up on your dreams, even when the whole world is against you.
Oct 26, 2024
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Resistance and love – Larysa Hienijuš, a Belarusian poet you should know about
A life story of a prominent Belarusian poet and activist, and a translation and recording of one of her poems.
Sep 14, 2024
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