Posts: history
Where Does "Carol of the Bells" Come From?
Arguably, the world's most famous Christmas song holds secrets in both its music and lyrics. Comp...
Why Does the Ukrainian Language Use the Russian Alphabet?
This question is fairly common: Why does the Ukrainian language use the Russian alphabet? The sho...
Why Is Bread So Important in Ukrainian Culture?
I once had a casual conversation over some beers with a Greek coworker, and he puzzled me with a ...
How to Become Familiar with the History of Ukraine?
Understanding Ukraine's history is essential, as history often provides the key to making sense o...
Why "Rus" is not "Russia," and "Ruskyi" is not "Russian"?
In many languages, including English, the Ukrainian words "ruskyi" (a historical term) and "rosiy...