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Music
Carpetman accepting the Music Moves Europe Awards 2026 with a patterned mask and cheering crowd at Eurosonic Noorderslag festival

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
Ukrainian National Guard troops fortifying security at Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant perimeter with armored vehicles and surveillance drones

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
Kyiv point of resilience shelter with residents warming up, drinking tea, and charging devices amid freezing blackout conditions.

“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
Journalists Boryslav Bereza and Serhii Vahanian in online discussion about Ukraine SBU corruption and alleged $10M black cash scheme

$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
Ukrainian soldiers in winter frontline battle with snow, smoke and drones above, symbolizing fierce combat on Jan 19 2026

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
Ukrainian soldiers in winter combat positions amid smoke and explosions, symbolizing intense frontline fighting in January 2026

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
Ukrainian soldiers in winter frontline positions amid smoke and explosions during Jan 16, 2026 clashes, highlighting fierce war intensity

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
Aftermath of Russian Iskander missile strikes on residential buildings in Kryvyi Rih with emergency responders and damaged apartments.

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
Ukrainian soldiers and frontline scenes amid intense battle on January 8, 2026, showing drones overhead and artillery fire lighting the horizon.

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
Aftermath of Russian strike on Odesa region ports with damaged port infrastructure and smoke rising on the Black Sea coast.

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
Portrait of Ukrainian writer Victoria Amelina, posthumous recipient of the 2025 Moore Prize for Human Rights Writing.

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
Ukrainian ground combat drone deployed on frontline terrain, showcasing new unmanned military robot supporting troops.

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
General Oleksandr Syrskyi speaking about unmanned systems forces’ success against Russian troops in December 2025.

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
Damaged cultural heritage site in Ukraine showing destruction from Russian shelling on a historic building or monument.

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
Ukrainian soldiers and frontline combat vehicles during intense clashes reported in the Ukraine war update on January 7, 2026.

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
Smoke and armored vehicles near frontline positions surrounding Zaporizhzhia’s suburbs as Russian forces probe defenses and Ukrainian troops prepare to counterattack.

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.
Projects
Projects
Vinnytsia war veteran who lost his sight training for the New York Marathon

A Veteran from Vinnytsia Who Lost His Sight in the War Is Preparing for the New York Marathon

December 17, 2025
A blind Ukrainian war veteran from Vinnytsia trains for the New York Marathon to raise funds for a special treadmill, inspiring others with resilience and determination after losing his sight in combat.
Politics
Politics
Dark Independence Square in Kyiv with russia–Ukraine war memorial, symbolizing winter trauma and destruction of civilian energy infrastructure

Russia’s Cold War on Civilians: A 50-Year Trauma Experiment

January 19, 2026
Russian destruction of Ukraine’s electricity and heat is more than warfare; it’s a long-term social experiment leaving physical and emotional scars on millions for generations.
Politics
Donald Trump and Ronald Lauder at a meeting, with Kirovohrad lithium mine in the background, highlighting the controversial Ukraine deal.

Ukraine Hands Lithium Mine to Trump Ally – Sparks National Debate

January 9, 2026
Ukraine grants control of a major lithium deposit in Kirovohrad to Trump ally Ronald Lauder, raising questions over the nation’s control of strategic resources.
Politics
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and French President Emmanuel Macron speaking during their meeting in Paris to align on air defense and diplomatic strategy ahead of Coalition talks. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Discussed Diplomacy and Air Defense: Zelenskyy Meets Macron on Sidelines of Coalition of the Willing Meeting

January 6, 2026
In Paris ahead of the Coalition of the Willing summit, Zelenskyy and Macron discussed bolstering Ukraine’s air defense and diplomatic coordination with allies to counter Russia’s attacks and strengthen security guarantees.
Analytics
Analytics
Donald Trump and Ursula von der Leyen facing each other during high-level talks, symbolizing US-EU political tension and shifting alliances

Europe Is Being Rewritten — And Ukraine Is the Obstacle

A silent deal to reshape Europe is unraveling.
January 19, 2026
Analytics
Maidan Nezalezhnosti in central Kyiv during a blackout, darkened streets and silhouettes symbolizing war, energy collapse, and resilience

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
Ukrainian troops advancing in Kupiansk Kharkiv region as Russian forces are encircled in final battle phase photo

“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
Volodymyr Zelenskyy during wartime amid corruption allegations, intelligence pressure and peace negotiations involving Ukraine

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
Volodymyr and Olena Zelenskyy pictured amid discussion of Ukraine’s political future

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
Interview
Andrii Klymenko of Black Sea News speaking on Russia as an intelligence-run state, with visual elements referencing oil exports and war

“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
Ukrainian infantry dug into a frontline position amid harsh terrain and drones overhead, symbolizing extended rotations and frontline endurance.

“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
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Investigation
Investigation
Illustration showing war leadership failure, missiles, corruption symbols, and Ukraine’s struggle between political power and frontline needs.

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 in an underground school near the Holosiivska Pustyn monastery in Kyiv taught with Soviet textbooks and Russian songs under 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
Volodymyr Zelenskyy during an undisclosed foreign trip amid reports of a secret visit to Oman in January 2020

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
Industrial plant in Ukraine with high energy infrastructure costs, illustrating electricity pricing corruption deepening economic pain during war. empr.media

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
Ukraine and U.S. representatives at second peace talks in Berlin

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
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Business
Business
Map of proposed road to Bukovel resort Ukraine 2025 scandal

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
Cargo ship at Black Sea, representing vessel transporting looted grain from Mariupol to Türkiye, 2025

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
Construction site of Odesa Regional Children’s Hospital — Italy-Ukraine 2025 medical aid

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 Ukraine Fire Point corruption scandal 2025 – press conference image

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 factory interior with drones in production, highlighting NABU investigation into Mindich and potential overpricing

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
Portrait of Ivan Mazepa, Ukrainian Hetman and visionary leader who prioritized his nation over empire and inspired generations.

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
Monument to Petro Konashevych-Sahaidachny on Sahaidachny Street in Kyiv’s Podil district, honoring the Ukrainian Cossack hetman

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
Illustration of ancient Kyiv with Ukrainian flag and DNA helix, symbolizing 2,700 years of history and Aryan ancestry

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
Ukrainian volunteer fighters moments before a combat mission on Christmas night, symbolizing resolve, unity, and sacrifice

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 True Founders of Russian Statehood: Golden Horde Khans 1238–1357

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
Historic photo of Ukrainian soldiers and civilians celebrating liberation from Nazi occupation, symbolizing resilience and victory over tyranny.

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
Ukrainian ground combat drone deployed on frontline terrain, showcasing new unmanned military robot supporting troops.

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
Ukraine Armed Forces personnel using digital logistics system screens in operations center, managing supplies and procurement in real time. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

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
Yuriy Gogotsi nanotechnology leader and Kyiv native at Drexel Nanomaterials Institute supporting Ukrainian researchers during invasion

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
Protector unmanned ground system with combat module tested by Ukrainian Armor

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
Magura V7 naval drone armed with missiles on the Black Sea water surface

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 auto‑targeting camera system ready to counter drones 2025

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
Portrait of Ukrainian writer Victoria Amelina, posthumous recipient of the 2025 Moore Prize for Human Rights Writing.

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
Damaged cultural heritage site in Ukraine showing destruction from Russian shelling on a historic building or monument.

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
Monument to Volodymyr the Great in Kyiv overlooking the Dnipro River, a symbol of Kyivan Rus and Ukraine’s medieval statehood

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
Exhibition at Kyiv Pechersk Lavra on the 14th–15th century Kyiv Principality

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
Traditional Ukrainian embroidered shirts displayed at Uzhhorod Skansen

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
Winners of the 2025 Book Arsenal Best Book Design competition among Ukrainian publications

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
Artwork by Ukrainian civilian prisoners displayed at Art of Captivity exhibition in Kherson

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
Kolomyia exhibition 2025 – paintings by mother of fallen Azov soldier

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
Sculpture made of damaged Ukrainian furniture and missile fragments – war art 2025

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
Poster of Oleksandr Murashko exhibition Paris 2025 — Ukrainian modernist painting shown

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 Lviv facade 2025 reopening

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
Ukrainian International Ballet announcement of Swan Lake cancellation ahead of planned international staging amid cultural war impacts.

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
Carpetman accepting the Music Moves Europe Awards 2026 with a patterned mask and cheering crowd at Eurosonic Noorderslag festival

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
Ukrainian Christmas carolers in traditional clothing singing kolyadky, preserving ancient winter traditions and cultural heritage

The Ukrainian “Shchedryk”: How “Carol of the Bells” Became a Song of Resistance

“Carol of the Bells” is actually Ukrainian.
December 25, 2025
Music
Crowd enjoys live jazz performance in Lviv 2025 Jazz Bez festival

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
Andriy “Diezel” Yatsenko of Green Grey — Ukrainian rock frontman and 90s music icon — honored at a farewell ceremony in Kyiv.

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
Armed Forces Orchestra and Unbreakable ensemble performing at a charity concert in Irpin, inspiring locals with patriotic and uplifting music. EMPR.media

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
Kelsie Kimberlin performing with Ukrainian imagery in the Dream of Peace music video, symbolizing hope, resilience and unity for freedom.

“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
Poster or still from Ukrainian holiday comedy Train to Christmas as it screens in 90 cities across Germany and Austria

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
Still from the Ukrainian film You Are the Cosmos capturing emotional wartime storytelling and its rise as a cinematic success

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
Chris Parry holding Emmy Award for Ukraine war documentary 2025

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
Movie set behind the scenes with Ukrainian soldiers and filmmakers shooting one of the Culture Ministry‑funded war films about the Russian‑Ukraine conflict.

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
Collage of films screening at Molodist 2025, featuring international festival winners from Cannes, Berlinale, Locarno and Venice at Kyiv’s cinema event. EMPR.media

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
Ukrainian skeleton athletes racing at European Championships track in St. Moritz marking historic full‑program participation. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

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 celebrates silver medal at Big Air World Cup

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 among top pound for pound boxers

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
Vitaliy Mandzyn Ukrainian biathlon Östersund Sprint 2025

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 Ukrainian tennis players shortlisted for WTA Shot of the Year with dynamic action, national pride, and athletic excellence

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
Ukrainian short-track skaters celebrate Olympic quota 2025, Oleg Gandey on ice

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
Interior of interactive science museum in Ukraine 2025

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 at the Kherson gate arch near the frontline in southern Ukraine

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
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Panoramic village scenes of Kolochava and Synevyrska Polyana in Zakarpattia, Ukraine — newly named among the world’s best tourism villages by the UNWTO.

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
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The most massive ascent: Six Ukrainians conquered Everest in a single day

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
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More than 3 million tourists have visited Ukraine in 2021

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
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Ten places in Kyiv, where you can work comfortably

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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