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Ukrainian Artist Carpetman Wins Music Moves Europe Awards 2026
Yesterday, 00:30
Ukrainian artist Carpetman clinches a coveted Music Moves Europe Awards 2026 title, blending mystique, millions of streams, and global momentum — only on empr.media.
War

National Guard Strengthens Security at Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant and Exclusion Zone
Yesterday, 00:19
Ukraine’s National Guard has ramped up security at the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant and exclusion zone with modern weapons, drones, and elite forces, signaling heightened nuclear risk vigilance.
Ukraine

“Our Home Is 5 Degrees Celsius”: Kyiv Residents Can Warm Up and Eat at Points of Resilience
January 19, 2026
With Kyiv apartments as cold as 5°C amid power outages, residents flock to points of resilience for warmth, food, hot tea and phone charging — a stark winter survival story from empr.
News

$10M a Month: The SBU ‘Black Cash’ Scandal Reaches the Top
January 19, 2026
Shocking testimony alleges a $10M-per-month SBU black cash scheme, extortion, and silence at the very top. Not corruption — state-level looting. Investigation by empr.media.
War

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of January 19, 2026
January 19, 2026
On day 1,426 of Russia’s invasion, 144 clashes, 112 airstrikes, 8,156 kamikaze drones, and relentless shelling. Ukraine holds positions and destroys key enemy assets. Full report.
War

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of January 18, 2026
January 18, 2026
Russia intensifies its assault with massive drone use and relentless attacks across the frontlines.
War

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of January 16, 2026
January 16, 2026
Day 1,423 of Russia’s full-scale invasion: 180 combat engagements, near-7000 kamikaze drones used, and fierce clashes across multiple frontlines.
War

Russians Strike Residential Buildings in Kryvyi Rih with Two “Iskanders,” 13 Injured
January 8, 2026
Russian forces launched two Iskander ballistic missiles at Kryvyi Rih residential buildings, injuring 13 civilians and damaging homes and cars — witnesses describe chaos and rescue efforts.
War

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of January 8, 2026
January 8, 2026
On Day 1,415 of the Russia‑Ukraine war, over 3,000 kamikaze drones and heavy shelling rocked multiple fronts.
War

Russia Strikes Odesa Region Ports, Two Killed
January 7, 2026
Russian forces struck two key ports in Ukraine’s Odesa region with missiles and drones, killing two people and injuring others while damaging port infrastructure vital to Black Sea logistics and Ukraine’s economy.
Culture

Writer Victoria Amelina Posthumously Awarded the Moore Prize
January 7, 2026
Ukrainian writer and war crimes documentarian Victoria Amelina, killed in a 2023 Russian missile strike, has been posthumously awarded the 2025 Moore Prize for Human Rights Writing for her acclaimed book Looking at Women Looking at War.
Technology

Ukraine’s Army to Deploy New Ground Drone: What Is Known About It
January 7, 2026
Ukraine’s armed forces are deploying next‑generation ground drones — from combat UGVs like Droid TW 12.
War

Syrskyi: In December, Unmanned Systems Forces Neutralized as Many Russian Invaders as Moscow Conscripted in a Month
January 7, 2026
Ukrainian Unmanned Systems Forces neutralized roughly 33,000 Russian servicemen in December 2025 — about the same number Russia conscripted in a month, marking a major milestone in drone‑led combat, says Commander‑in‑Chief Syrskyi.
Culture

Ministry of Culture Reports Number of Cultural Sites Damaged by Shelling
January 7, 2026
Ukraine’s Ministry of Culture reports that Russian shelling has damaged or destroyed 1,640 cultural heritage sites and 2,446 cultural infrastructure facilities, including museums, theaters and libraries across 18 regions since the war began.
War

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of January 7, 2026
January 7, 2026
On January 7, 2026, Ukrainian forces repelled dozens of attacks across multiple fronts while Russia struck Black Sea ports and increased drone assaults; defenders boosted interceptor UAV production and Western allies advanced security talks, according to updates from the General Staff and international reporting.
War

Russia Attempts to Break Through to Zaporizhzhia Suburbs: Is the Regional Capital at Risk?
January 6, 2026
Russia steps up pressure toward Zaporizhzhia’s southern suburbs, with probing attacks near Malokaterynivka and intense fighting for frontline villages — the regional capital braces for fallout.
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Analytics

Europe Is Being Rewritten — And Ukraine Is the Obstacle
A silent deal to reshape Europe is unraveling.
January 19, 2026
Analytics

Ukraine’s Blackouts Aren’t Just Russia’s Fault Anymore
Fewer Russian drones, worse blackouts. Kyiv faces freezing outages, silence from officials, and rising anger. Is corruption, not war alone, behind Ukraine’s energy collapse?
January 12, 2026
Analytics

“I Think Ukrainian Forces’ Operation in Kupiansk Is Entering Its Final Phase,” Tregubov on Situation in Kupiansk
Ukrainian forces are closing on the final phase of the Kupiansk clearing operation with most Russian troops encircled and dwindling — intense fighting and strategic shifts as winter campaign continues.
January 3, 2026
Analytics

A State Under Surveillance: How Corruption Turns Ukraine’s Elites Into Targets
As talks on ending the war continue, Ukraine faces a deeper threat: corruption tracked by Western intelligence, crypto myths exposed, and officials vulnerable to blackmail — turning looting into a national security risk.
December 22, 2025
Analytics

Dialogue with a Dictator Is a Lie: Putin’s Threats Laid Bare
Dialogue with Putin is futile, critics argue, as Kremlin threats, blackmail and aggression persist — meaning peace talks risk legitimizing Russian demands without delivering real security for Ukraine.
December 19, 2025
Analytics

Umerov Prepares Life for Zelenskyy After Ukraine
Analysis suggests Rustem Umerov may be prepping personal post‑war security and life plans for Zelenskyy — not peace deals — sparking fresh debate about priorities amid Ukraine’s negotiations.
December 14, 2025
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Interview

“Russia Is Not a Country: It Is an Intelligence Services Hub Driving a Perpetual War” — Ukrainian Security Expert
A Ukrainian security expert argues Russia is not a real state but an intelligence-run system manipulating data and oil exports to fuel a never-ending war.
January 19, 2026
Interview

“I Asked the Commander: Why Are You Sending People There?” What Really Lies Behind Stories of Infantrymen Spending Hundreds of Days in Positions
In a raw interview with a frontline Ukrainian infantryman, months-long rotations, freezing trenches and manpower shortages reveal why troops remain in the same deadly positions far beyond typical deployment — on empr.
January 6, 2026
Interview

Dmytro Khylyuk, Journalist Held by Russia for 3.5 Years: “I Was Constantly Starving. I Even Tried Eating Toothpaste”
Journalist Dmytro Khylyuk recounts 3.5 years in Russian captivity: starvation, brutal conditions and even trying to eat toothpaste to survive, fighting to rebuild life after release.
December 18, 2025
Interview

Ukraine Destroyed More Than Just a Tanker – It Hit Russia’s Economy at Its Core
Ukraine didn’t just sink a Russian tanker — its strikes are hitting the heart of Russia’s war economy, targeting fuel, refineries and chokepoints that undermine Moscow’s revenue and military financing.
December 12, 2025
Investigation
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Investigation

Ukraine’s War Problem Isn’t Moscow — It’s Our Leadership
A brutal assessment of Ukraine’s war strategy, corruption, and political failure — arguing the country has the resources to win, but lacks will and accountability.
January 9, 2026
Investigation

Children Are Taught Russian and Sing the Russian National Anthem: How an Underground School at a Monastery Operates in Kyiv
Journalists uncovered an illegal school in a Kyiv monastery where more than 60 children are taught Soviet-era curriculum, Russian language, films and songs — including the Russian national anthem — and Ukrainian security services have launched a criminal investigation. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
January 7, 2026
Investigation

Zelenskyy’s Secret Oman Trip: Five Years Without Answers
In January 2020, Zelenskyy secretly traveled to Oman as Russia’s top security official arrived on the same plane. Five years later, Kyiv still has not explained why.
January 5, 2026
Investigation

How Corrupt Electricity Pricing Is Strangling Ukraine’s Economy During War
Explosive probe finds Ukraine’s energy pricing corruption and unjust tariffs boosting intermediaries, destroying industry, costing jobs and stalling recovery amid war.
empr.media
January 2, 2026
Investigation
From Diplomacy to Backroom Deals: How Ukraine Lost Control of the Negotiations
Ukraine’s peace talks have slipped from formal diplomacy into backroom deals with unmandated intermediaries, weakening institutional control and risking foreign influence over the nation’s future amid wartime negotiations.
December 22, 2025
Business

200-Million US Dollars Road Scandal to Bukovel Forces Ukraine’s Regional Reconstruction Chief to Resign
December 9, 2025
A major scandal erupts over a proposed $200 M (≈9 bn UAH) road project to Bukovel, forcing Ukraine’s Ivano‑Frankivsk regional reconstruction chief to resign amid controversy over unauthorized tender moves.
Business

Ukraine Alerts Turkey About Ship Carrying Grain Looted by Russia From Occupied Mariupol
December 8, 2025
Ukraine notifies Turkey about a Russian‑flagged ship carrying 6,000 t of grain looted from occupied Mariupol, urging Ankara to act as Kyiv protests illicit exports from occupied territory.
Business

Investment in Ukrainian Healthcare: Italy Provides €30 Million for a Children’s Hospital in Odesa
December 8, 2025
Italy will invest €30 million to build a modern children’s hospital in Odesa, expanding care for 260+ young patients and strengthening regional healthcare as part of Ukraine’s reconstruction efforts.
Business

Denmark Sounds Alarm Over Ukraine’s Corruption Scandal, Awaits Fire Point Report
December 2, 2025
Denmark flags Ukraine corruption fears tied to the Fire Point scandal and demands a full report as Copenhagen tracks donated funds and presses Kyiv for transparency amid soaring anti‑graft scrutiny.
Business

Fire Point Investigation: NABU Seeks Funds Data, Links to Mindich, Possible Drone Overpricing Scandal
November 16, 2025
Ukraine’s anti‑corruption watchdog is probing Fire Point over stalled financial data, possible drone contract overpricing and links to fugitive ally Mindich — raising fresh corruption concerns in defense procurement.
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History
History

Ivan Mazepa: The Hetman Who Chose Ukraine Over Empire
Ivan Mazepa chose Ukraine over empire, defying Moscow, building culture, and leaving a legacy of courage.
January 6, 2026
History

When Kyiv Came for Moscow: The Forgotten Campaign of 1618
In 1618, Ukrainian Cossacks marched to Moscow, burned its outskirts, and forced Muscovy into the Deulino Truce—proving Kyiv once came for Moscow.
January 5, 2026
History

Kyiv Turns 2,700 Years Old: Ancient DNA Reveals True Origins of Ukrainians vs. Russians
Kyiv is 2,700 years old! Groundbreaking DNA research reveals Ukrainians as true Aryan descendants while exposing Russians as genetically unrelated—shattering centuries of myth
December 26, 2025
History

They Went Into the Christmas Night So We Could See the Morning
On Christmas night 2022, four Ukrainian volunteers walked into the enemy’s rear and never returned.
December 25, 2025
History

The Mongol Birth of Russia: Uncovering the Real Founders of Moscow
New research argues Moscow wasn’t born of Kievan Rus’ — it rose under the Mongol Golden Horde, with khans shaping early Muscovy long before Slavic princes, challenging Russia’s origin myths.
November 21, 2025
History

Ukraine Marks the Day of Liberation from Nazi Occupiers
Explore how Ukraine was freed from Nazi occupation, honoring the resilience and heroism of its people in one of history’s pivotal struggles and the legacy that still shapes national pride today.
October 28, 2025
Technology
Technology

Ukraine’s Army to Deploy New Ground Drone: What Is Known About It
Ukraine’s armed forces are deploying next‑generation ground drones — from combat UGVs like Droid TW 12.
January 7, 2026
Technology
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Digital Logistics Management System Officially Launched in Ukraine’s Armed Forces
Ukraine’s Defense Ministry deploys a SAP‑based digital logistics management system across 1,000+ units, transforming real‑time supply tracking, procurement, and military resource decisions.
January 5, 2026
Technology

U.S. Nanotechnology Leader Yuriy Gogotsi: A Kyiv Native Helping Ukrainian Scientists During Russia’s Full-Scale Invasion of Ukraine
Kyiv-born nanotech pioneer Yuriy Gogotsi is backing Ukrainian science amid Russia’s full-scale invasion — driving grants, evacuations and global research collaborations. EMPR.media
January 3, 2026
Technology

Ukrainian Armored Vehicles Expand Range of Heavy Ground Robotic Systems
Ukraine expands its battlefield edge with new heavy ground robotic systems and armored UGVs, boosting range, firepower and unmanned support roles to strengthen frontline defenses and protect troops.
December 18, 2025
Technology

The First in the World to Shoot Down a Su-30 Fighter: New Photos of the Magura V7 Drone with Missiles
New photos show Ukraine’s Magura V7 naval drone armed with surface‑to‑air missiles — the first sea drone to shoot down Russian Su‑30 fighters in a historic Black Sea engagement.
December 8, 2025
Technology

Ukrainian-Made Camera With Auto-Targeting System Unveiled to Counter Shahed Drones
Ukraine unveils the Kurbas‑640 AI camera for interceptor drones, automatically spotting and guiding UAVs to destroy high‑speed Russian Shahed attack drones and boost air defence efficiency.
December 4, 2025
Culture
Culture

Writer Victoria Amelina Posthumously Awarded the Moore Prize
Ukrainian writer and war crimes documentarian Victoria Amelina, killed in a 2023 Russian missile strike, has been posthumously awarded the 2025 Moore Prize for Human Rights Writing for her acclaimed book Looking at Women Looking at War.
January 7, 2026
Culture

Ministry of Culture Reports Number of Cultural Sites Damaged by Shelling
Ukraine’s Ministry of Culture reports that Russian shelling has damaged or destroyed 1,640 cultural heritage sites and 2,446 cultural infrastructure facilities, including museums, theaters and libraries across 18 regions since the war began.
January 7, 2026
Culture
Beyond Reparations: Ukraine Must Reclaim Its Stolen Cultural Heritage
Beyond reparations, Ukraine faces a deeper task: reclaiming stolen cultural heritage, historical narratives, and intellectual property appropriated by the Russian Empire and USSR.
January 5, 2026
Culture

Kyiv Pechersk Lavra Hosts Exhibition on the Kyiv Principality of the 14th–15th Centuries
Kyiv’s Pechersk Lavra opens a major exhibition on the 14th–15th‑century Kyiv Principality, showcasing medieval history, religion and statehood roots, and celebrating Ukraine’s cultural heritage.
December 17, 2025
Culture

Uzhhorod Skansen Opens Exhibition of Embroidered Shirts Based on Authentic Patterns
Uzhhorod Skansen opens “Our History” exhibition of embroidered shirts and beadwork based on authentic Transcarpathian patterns, celebrating regional folk art and heritage by master artisans.
December 14, 2025
Culture

The Book Arsenal Has Compiled a List of the Most Beautiful Ukrainian Publications
Book Arsenal names Ukraine’s most beautiful books of 2025, awarding top design prizes to standout titles in utilitarian, art, text and visual storytelling categories from 225 submissions.
December 11, 2025
Art
Art

Ukraine’s Art of Captivity: Exhibition of Civilian Prisoners’ Artwork Opens in Kherson
“Art of Captivity” exhibition opens in Kherson showcasing drawings by civilian detainees held by Russia since 2022, bringing their voices and resilience to the world through powerful artwork.
December 12, 2025
Art

On Ukraine’s Armed Forces Day, Kolomyia Opens Exhibition of Paintings by Mother of Fallen Azov Soldier
In Kolomyia on Ukraine’s Armed Forces Day, artist Hanna Kisilishyna opened an exhibition of 13 paintings honoring her fallen Azov‑soldier son and other heroes, capturing war, loss and resilience.
December 6, 2025
Art

With Fragments of Russian Missiles: French Artist Creates Sculptures from Damaged Ukrainian Furniture
French artist Alexandre Henry turned Russian missile fragments and war‑damaged Ukrainian furniture into sculptures, transforming destruction into art and reflecting resilience and memory from frontline towns.
December 5, 2025
Art

Paris Unveils Exhibition “Oleksandr Murashko: Light and Shadow of Ukrainian Modernism”
Paris opens “Oleksandr Murashko: Light and Shadow of Ukrainian Modernism” at UNESCO, celebrating the centennial of the Ukrainian master’s impact and restoring his art’s voice on the global stage.
December 4, 2025
Art

Sheptytskyy Museum in Lviv Reopens with Expanded Collection of Ukrainian Art and Relics
Lviv’s Sheptytskyy Museum reopens with expanded Ukrainian art and sacred relics, honoring Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytskyy’s legacy and showcasing rare works and personal artifacts in a revitalized cultural centerpiece.
December 1, 2025
Art

Swan Lake Canceled: Ukrainian International Ballet Pulls Out
Breaking cultural shift: Ukraine’s biggest ballet company abroad cancels its planned Swan Lake production — a project once set to tour now officially dismantled.
October 9, 2025
Music
Music

Ukrainian Artist Carpetman Wins Music Moves Europe Awards 2026
Ukrainian artist Carpetman clinches a coveted Music Moves Europe Awards 2026 title, blending mystique, millions of streams, and global momentum — only on empr.media.
January 20, 2026
Music

The Ukrainian “Shchedryk”: How “Carol of the Bells” Became a Song of Resistance
“Carol of the Bells” is actually Ukrainian.
December 25, 2025
Music

Lviv Set to Host Renowned “Jazz Bez” Festival
Lviv becomes jazz central as the acclaimed Jazz Bez festival returns with top international acts and bold improvisational sets—bringing global music culture to wartime Ukraine.
December 2, 2025
Music

Farewell to Diezel: Green Grey Frontman Who Defined Ukraine’s 90s Music Era
Ukraine mourns Diezel — the frontman of Green Grey whose energy and hits defined the ’90s rock scene — as friends, fans, and peers bid a heartfelt farewell in Kyiv.
October 23, 2025
Ukraine

The Power of Music: In Irpin, the Armed Forces Orchestra Gathered Locals for a Charity Concert
In war-torn Irpin, patriotic tunes and moving melodies from Ukraine’s Armed Forces Orchestra and Unbreakable ensemble brought locals together, strengthening spirit and support. EMPR.media
October 7, 2025
Music

“Dream of Peace”: How Kelsie Kimberlin’s Music Video Echoes Ukraine’s Cry for Freedom
Kelsie Kimberlin’s Dream of Peace music video channels Ukraine’s cry for freedom and resilience, becoming a symbolic art piece uniting hearts worldwide.
September 30, 2025
Movie
Movie

Documentary Film About Ukrainian Soldiers of the 225th Separate Assault Regiment Presented in Kyiv
A powerful new documentary “225” about Ukraine’s 225th Separate Assault Regiment premiered in Kyiv, chronicling frontline lives, brotherhood and sacrifice as soldiers endure the toughest battles of the war.
December 8, 2025
Movie

Ukrainian Holiday Comedy “Train to Christmas” to Screen in 90+ Cities Across Germany and Austria
Ukrainian family comedy Train to Christmas will screen in 92 cities across Germany and Austria this winter, expanding Ukrainian cinema’s reach and bringing holiday cheer to European audiences.
December 4, 2025
Movie

How U Are the Universe Movie Became a Wartime Cinematic Success
Ukrainian sci‑fi hit You Are the Cosmos is breaking records and sparking debate — from festival wins to huge box‑office buzz — proving wartime cinema can captivate global audiences.
December 3, 2025
Movie

British Documentary About Ukraine War and Volunteer Hero Wins Prestigious Emmy Award
A British documentary about volunteer hero Chris Parry, who saved 400+ Ukrainians before dying on evacuation missions, has won a prestigious International Emmy for its powerful frontline storytelling.
November 27, 2025
Movie

Top 5 Lavish War Films Backed by Ukraine’s Culture Ministry – ₴145 Million Spent
Ukraine’s Culture Ministry just poured ₴145 million into five lavish war films and series about Ukraine’s defenders — from Black Sea drama to frontline sagas and civilian courage.
November 1, 2025
Movie

Top Films from International Festivals to Be Screened at Kyiv’s “Molodist”: Full Lineup Revealed
Kyiv’s 54th Molodist film festival reveals its full lineup — featuring standout films from Cannes, Berlinale, Venice and Locarno, including powerful narratives and award‑winning cinema.
October 16, 2025
Sport
Sport
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Ukraine to Compete in the Full Program of the European Skeleton Championships for the First Time Ever
Ukraine will compete across all events at the 2026 European Skeleton Championships in St.
January 4, 2026
Sport

Kateryna Kotsar Wins Historic Silver for Ukraine at Big Air World Cup
Ukrainian skier Kateryna Kotsar makes history with a silver medal in Big Air at the Freestyle World Cup in Steamboat, USA — Ukraine’s first ever medal in this event.
December 15, 2025
Sport

Oleksandr Usyk and Vasyl Lomachenko Ranked in the Top 10 P4P Boxers of the 21st Century
Oleksandr Usyk and Vasyl Lomachenko both rank in the top 10 of the 21st century’s best pound‑for‑pound boxers, cementing Ukraine’s elite legacy in world boxing history.
December 12, 2025
Sport

Ukraine Earns First World Cup Points as Mandzyn Cracks Top 25 in Östersund Sprint
Ukraine earns its first Biathlon World Cup points as Vitaliy Mandzyn finishes 24th in the Östersund sprint, breaking the no‑points streak and leading Kyiv’s charge in Sweden’s opening stage.
December 6, 2025
Sport

Three Ukrainians Shortlisted for WTA Shot of the Year
Three Ukrainian tennis stars — Kostyuk, Svitolina and Yastremska — are nominated for the WTA’s 2025 Shot of the Year, with fans urged to vote on Instagram for the spectacular contenders.
December 6, 2025
Sport

Ukraine Secures Three Short Track Speed Skating Spots for the 2026 Olympics
Ukraine secures three short‑track speed skating spots for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan‑Cortina, boosting Kyiv’s Olympic hopes as athletes prepare for fierce competition on ice.
December 2, 2025
Travel
Travel

Ukraine’s Top 10 Science Museums You Need to See
Explore Ukraine’s top 10 science museums and interactive spaces — from planetariums to hands‑on exhibits in Lviv, Kyiv, Dnipro and more — perfect for curious visitors of all ages.
December 7, 2025
Travel

Kelsie Kimberlin Visits Kherson Maternity Hospital. Life and Resilience in a Hero City
American singer‑humanitarian Kelsie Kimberlin visits Kherson’s maternity hospital under fire, spotlighting mothers and doctors defying shelling to give life and hope amid war‑torn resilience.
November 26, 2025
Travel

Two Ukrainian Villages Included in the UN Ranking of the World’s Best Tourist Villages
Kolochava and Synevyrska Polyana in Zakarpattia have been honored on the UNWTO Best Tourism Villages list, celebrating their culture, nature, and sustainable travel appeal. EMPR.media
October 20, 2025
Travel

The most massive ascent: Six Ukrainians conquered Everest in a single day
The most massive ascent: Six Ukrainians conquered Everest in a single day.
May 18, 2025
Travel

More than 3 million tourists have visited Ukraine in 2021
More than 3 million tourists have visited Ukraine in 2021 since the beginning of the year.
November 16, 2021
Travel

Ten places in Kyiv, where you can work comfortably
If you are looking for a location in Kyiv, where you can not only have a delicious snack and drink some coffee, but sit quietly with.
May 27, 2018
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