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Ancestors of Irish people originated from present-day Ukraine

Ancestors of Irish people originated from present-day Ukraine

After analyzing the genomes of the ancient inhabitants of Ireland, the researchers concluded that the ancestors of the Irish people came from Eastern and Southern Europe. First of all, from the northern Black Sea coast, the south of present-day Ukraine, reports the BBC.

Young architects transform Lviv’s public space to make the city a better place for its residents

Young architects transform Lviv’s public space to make the city a better place for its residents

Cultural and architectural heritage of Lviv attracts thousands of tourists each year. Lviv’s urban daily life is visible mostly to its residents

In 12th century the land is first mentioned as Ukraine. Russia does not exist

In 12th century the land is first mentioned as Ukraine. Russia does not exist

For the first time Ukraine was mentioned in the Hypatian Chronicle. Not Little Rus’ or something else, but Ukraine. Nobody heard about Moscow and Russia at that time. Learn more impressive historical facts. The Chronicle includes several components: Lavrentian Chronicle, the Tale of Bygone Years, Chernihiv, Kyiv, Galician–Volhynian Chronicles which described the events from 860’s to 1292’s. Sources of the chronicles […]

Lviv Film Commission starts work to promote the city as film location

Lviv Film Commission starts work to promote the city as film location

On 30 March Ukraine’s first agency of a kind – Lviv Film Commission was presented at the DocuDays film festival in Kyiv. Olha Reiter, its founder and director explained what the tasks, plans and first achievements of the newly established agency are.

Ukrainian combat veterans who lost their limbs are in the center of photo project

Ukrainian combat veterans who lost their limbs are in the center of photo project

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Date: until 21 February Venue: Taras Shevchenko Museum (12 Shevchenka blvd.), Kyiv

Police officer plays piano OneRepublic hit Apologize in Kyiv Ukraine

Police officer plays piano OneRepublic hit Apologize in Kyiv Ukraine

Metropolitan Andriy Sheptytsky monument unveiled in Lviv

Metropolitan Andriy Sheptytsky monument unveiled in Lviv

"Serving God is serving the people." Metropolitan A. Sheptytsky

July 29, 2015 will remain a historic day for Ukrainians: it was the day of the solemn unveiling in Lviv of the monument to Metropolitan Andrei Sheptytsky marking the 150th anniversary of his birth.

U.S. Army Europe Soldiers’ Chorus performs in Kyiv ahead of 4 July

U.S. Army Europe Soldiers’ Chorus performs in Kyiv ahead of 4 July

On 3 July the U.S. Army Europe Soldiers’ Chorus performed in one of Kyiv’s busiest summer concert spots – Mushlia (shell) open air stage in downtown Maryinsky park.

Ukraine’s LOVE to rock US Burning Man

Ukraine’s LOVE to rock US Burning Man

Every year thousands of people arrive to the Black Rock Desert in northern Nevada, in the United States, to become part of the magnificent Burning Man art event. This time, Ukraine, being one of the headliners, will share its LOVE there.

Knock Knock video by Ukrainian music band took the "Best Concept" at the Berlin Music Video Awards 2015. Kryvyi Rih indie rockers managed to win in this category from such artists as Denai Moore, MIA, Ibeyi, Hozier and others.

How Ukrainians in khaki uniforms took over the Russian pavilion at the Biennale

How Ukrainians in khaki uniforms took over the Russian pavilion at the Biennale

A group of anonymous Ukrainian activists staged a "vacation" inside the Russian pavilion at the Venice Biennale. At the opening of the largest forum of contemporary art in the world, the pavilion occupied by the Russian Federation was invaded by people wearing military uniforms with a badge that said "on vacation."

Local compatriots wellcome killed Ukrainian army serviceman

Local compatriots wellcome killed Ukrainian army serviceman

Local compatriots wellcome killed Ukrainian army serviceman

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