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The king of heavyweight boxing is back. On December 21, Ukraine’s Oleksandr Usyk will enter the ring for a rematch against UK’s Tyson Fury in Saudi Arabia. In their earlier clash, Usyk handed Fury his first-ever defeat.

Not your average gift-giving guide. Explore our curated list of eclectic Ukrainian brands this Christmas.

From the much-anticipated release of Wicked to Marvel’s hit Agatha All Along , witches have dominated the spotlight this autumn. Ukraine, too, is embracing this wave—not in cinemas but on stage—with the theatrical phenomenon The Witch of Konotop . While the US has its Salem, Ukraine has its Konotop.

We spoke with co-directors Brendan Bellomo and Slava Leontyev about ‘ Porcelain War’ —a documentary that delves into the heart of Ukraine's struggle amidst the Russian full-scale invasion. Winner of the 2024 Sundance US Documentary Grand Jury Prize, the film is a testament to the resilience and unyielding spirit of the Ukrainian people—much like porcelain itself: easy to break, yet impossible to destroy.

“Land, my dear land!” begins the trailer for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, the long-awaited return of the beloved Ukrainian game franchise—after 15 years. On screen, the character Richter sings, gesturing toward the desolate world outside. The song and scenery strike a chord for many Ukrainians, who may quietly hum along to the familiar lyrics.

Built in the 1920s, Derzhprom survived Soviet rule and Nazi occupation. Now, Russia aims to destroy it.