Culture
Ukraine
40 Years Without Stus: How a Murder Sparked Ukraine’s Independence
Silenced by the Soviets, reborn by his people, Ukrainian poet Vasyl Stus’ death in 1985 awakened Ukraine. Now, 40 years on, his voice still defies Moscow’s empire.
Sept. 5, 2025
Putin
Jude Law Became ‘Obsessive’ Putin Watcher for Role as Kremlin Leader
Some have suggested the British actor bears a resemblance to the Kremlin leader who launched Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine.
Sept. 5, 2025
Music
Fine City: ‘A Place Where You Feel Freedom’
The Faine Misto (Fine City) Festival in Lviv gathers a wide spectrum of people reveling in a refusal to be cowed by Russia’s attempt to take their freedom away.
Sept. 4, 2025
Ukraine
From Kyivan Rus to Modern Ukraine: Princess Olha’s Legacy on Stage
Actress Yulia Nelson brings Princess Olha to life in Odesa, offering audiences a medieval tale that echoes Ukraine’s struggle, grief, and determination today.
Sept. 1, 2025
Kyiv Collector Opens ‘Sister’ Historical Costume Museum in Barcelona
A new cultural bridge from Ukraine into Western Europe is built. Kyiv’s Victoria Museum opens a new branch in Barcelona, where the Ukrainian collection enters into a dialogue with Europe.
Aug. 29, 2025
Language Lab
Exploring the Legacy of Kyivan Rus: A New Lecture Series at Language Lab
Discover Kyivan Rus like never before: Language Lab’s lecture series unveils its people, culture, and lasting legacy, challenging myths and celebrating Ukraine’s medieval roots.
Aug. 29, 2025
Russia
Mariupol Bull Named One of World’s 10 Most-Wanted Artifacts
The ancient bull was discovered by Ukrainian archaeologist Mykola Makarenko, who was later arrested and executed by the Soviet authorities.
Aug. 26, 2025
Books
Book Review: A Ukrainian Refugee’s Story, With a Difference
Larissa Babij, “A Kind of Refugee: The Story of an American Who Refused to Leave Ukraine.” Forward by Vladislav Davidzon.
Aug. 26, 2025
Top News
Kyiv Shows Itself as the Beating Heart of Europe
Bouquet Kyiv Stage Festival in its 8th year, is itself an act of resistance.
Aug. 24, 2025
Belarus
Belarusians Keeping the Flame of Resistance Alive
2020 was a festival of solidarity. Today, resistance in Belarus is quiet – but it still exists. Kyiv Post speaks to the sister of a political prisoner still in jail.
Aug. 23, 2025
War in Ukraine
Music Under Fire: How Ukraine’s Festivals Survive the War
Amid war, Ukraine’s music festivals endure, blending culture, solidarity, and survival as artists and audiences keep the beat of life alive.
Aug. 20, 2025
Language Lab
A Visionary Ruler, Saint, and Now the Focus of a Global Lecture
From diplomacy with Byzantium to sainthood, Princess Olha shaped Kyivan Rus. Join a free online lecture by Language Lab in English on Aug. 23 to learn her story.
Aug. 20, 2025
Ukraine
Flowers From the Front Line Exhibition Opens in Kyiv on August 16.
Two artists have joined forces to let art and creativity raise awareness about the ongoing war in Ukraine. The “Flowers from the Front Line” exhibit will appear in the center of Kyiv.
Aug. 15, 2025
Ukraine
Mosh Pits and Military Aid: Inside Ukraine’s Loudest Act of Resistance
At Faine Misto Festival, stage dives, punk-funk chaos, and hip hop anthems share space with air raid sirens and donation drives. For Ukraine’s artists and fans, the volume is part of the fight.
Aug. 10, 2025
‘No Sleep Til Kyiv’ Documentary Follows Humanitarian Convoy from Tallinn to Ukraine
From July 15, the road movie No Sleep Til Kyiv is available for online streaming on the film’s official website.
Aug. 1, 2025
Top News
‘I Believe God Is With Ukraine.’ The Artist from London Works in Bucha
Alonso Gaona is creating a large canvas dedicated to the Ukrainians who died in the war. He says he is deeply impressed by Ukraine – and has grown to love it.
July 31, 2025
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