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Don’t let Russians tell our story
If we are silenced, who will tell our story?
Jul 19
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Darya Zorka
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The hidden truth about Scythians – warriors of the Ukrainian steppes
Learn about the ancient civilization that ruled the Black Sea and beyond. Women warriors, epic battles, and treasures that rivaled Egyptian pharaohs.
Jul 12
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Darya Zorka
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The hidden truth about Scythians – warriors of the Ukrainian steppes
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June 2025
The unexpected good news
The news that brought hope to my Belarusian heart and the story of the Belarusian fight for freedom.
Jun 28
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Darya Zorka
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Kupala night — the most magical celebration in Eastern Europe. Pagan rituals, fortune-telling, and the legends that come true
Discover the enchanting history and rituals of the summer solstice celebration that have been passed through thousands of years.
Jun 21
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Darya Zorka
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Kupala night — the most magical celebration in Eastern Europe. Pagan rituals, fortune-telling, and the legends that come true
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From My Heart – the next chapter
Looking back on the journey we went together, reflections, and important news.
Jun 14
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Darya Zorka
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From My Heart – the next chapter
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All at once
How a fight with the neighbors reminded me of Russian colonialism.
Jun 7
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Darya Zorka
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May 2025
Birthday, burnout, and a poem
Personal reflections on burnout and how to live with it.
May 24
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Darya Zorka
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How chestnut trees became a symbol of Kyiv
Why Kyiv is called the city of chestnuts: history, legends, and historical photos of Ukraine’s capital.
May 17
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Darya Zorka
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How chestnut trees became a symbol of Kyiv
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“So, you are Russian, right?”
The truth about Russian colonialism and a story about how I decided to edit Wikipedia articles to fight it.
May 10
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Darya Zorka
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The weight we carry
Personal thoughts and a recording and translation of a Belarusian poem that helped me through a very difficult week.
May 3
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Darya Zorka
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April 2025
Why spring in Ukraine won’t come without singing — the fascinating history of vesnianky
Listen to the magical Ukrainian songs that bring spring and learn their incredible history.
Apr 26
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Darya Zorka
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Why spring in Ukraine won’t come without singing — the fascinating history of vesnianky
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Paska – traditional Ukrainian Easter bread
The history and recipe for delicious, sweet, and buttery bread – the heart of the Ukrainian Easter table.
Apr 19
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Darya Zorka
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Paska – traditional Ukrainian Easter bread
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