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Kolyada for the Armed Forces: How Christmas is celebrated in Kryvorrivna (PHOTO REPORT)

Kolyada for the Armed Forces: How Christmas is celebrated in Kryvorrivna (PHOTO REPORT)

Every year at Christmas, hundreds of tourists and enthusiasts of authentic Ukrainian culture gather in the Hutsul village of Kryvorivnia in the Prykarpattia region to witness a unique type of caroling.
"We can't confine prisons to those who possess weapons." What are the dangers posed by millions of firearms in civilian hands?

"We can't confine prisons to those who possess weapons." What are the dangers posed by millions of firearms in civilian hands?

July, Yaremche, Ivano-Frankivsk region. In the evening, the police stop a minibus for inspection. The driver appears visibly anxious. After a few minutes, the reason becomes clear: a 40-millimeter under-barrel grenade launcher is clearly visible in the compartment in front of the left door.
2025 Snake Horoscope: Discover what the upcoming year holds for each Zodiac sign.

2025 Snake Horoscope: Discover what the upcoming year holds for each Zodiac sign.

The Year of the Green Wooden Snake in 2025 promises harmony, wisdom, and gradual transformations. It's a time to focus on self-actualization, family, and financial stability.
The former head of the Kyiv metro has been declared wanted.

The former head of the Kyiv metro has been declared wanted.

The police have issued a wanted notice for Viktor Braginsky, the former head of the Kyiv Metro. He is suspected of negligence in office.
In Dnipro, the mayor reports "serious issues" following a massive shelling.

In Dnipro, the mayor reports "serious issues" following a massive shelling.

In Dnipro, there are "serious issues" following the massive shelling of Ukraine on December 25. Relevant services are currently operating in the city.
The Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Center has issued its forecast for the coldest month of the year.

The Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Center has issued its forecast for the coldest month of the year.

In January 2025, the average monthly air temperature in Ukraine is expected to range from -1 to -3 degrees Celsius, which is 1.5 to 2 degrees above the norm. In regions such as Transcarpathia, Crimea, Odessa, and Kherson, temperatures are anticipated to be between 0 and 2 degrees Celsius.
On Christmas Eve, an attempt to extort money was thwarted. The GUR apprehended a regional council member and his accomplice.

On Christmas Eve, an attempt to extort money was thwarted. The GUR apprehended a regional council member and his accomplice.

Employees of the State Bureau of Investigation apprehended a deputy of the Lviv Regional Council and the deputy mayor of one of the local communities in the region. They attempted to extort over one million hryvnias from a businessman.
Military reports on the occupiers' attempts to break into Pokrovsk: fighting is ongoing, but the situation in the city remains calm.

Military reports on the occupiers' attempts to break into Pokrovsk: fighting is ongoing, but the situation in the city remains calm.

The Russian army is attempting to advance towards Pokrovsk from both the left and right flanks in an effort to encircle the city. Three Russian combined arms divisions are concentrated in that area.
It was supposed to "jam" even the Patriot: Russia is retiring the rare Il-76 aircraft.

It was supposed to "jam" even the Patriot: Russia is retiring the rare Il-76 aircraft.

In Russia, a rare aircraft is likely being decommissioned for the purpose of jamming, specifically the Il-76PP. Theoretically, it is designed to "jam" even Patriot missile defense systems.
Russians reported that the Ursa Major vessel was destroyed in the Mediterranean Sea.

Russians reported that the Ursa Major vessel was destroyed in the Mediterranean Sea.

The Russian vessel Ursa Major has sunk in the Mediterranean Sea. The owning company has stated that the ship was blown up.
One station on the blue line in Kyiv has been temporarily closed to entry. What is the reason behind this decision?

One station on the blue line in Kyiv has been temporarily closed to entry. What is the reason behind this decision?

One of the stations on the "blue" line in Kyiv has temporarily closed its entrance due to an unfortunate incident involving an escalator.
A passenger plane crash in Kazakhstan has resulted in the deaths of 38 individuals, according to the Deputy Prime Minister.

A passenger plane crash in Kazakhstan has resulted in the deaths of 38 individuals, according to the Deputy Prime Minister.

In Kazakhstan, a passenger plane crash today, December 25, has resulted in the deaths of 38 individuals. Additionally, dozens of injured people are currently hospitalized.
Ukrainian Armed Forces report that Russians are attempting daily landings on the islands in the Kherson region.

Ukrainian Armed Forces report that Russians are attempting daily landings on the islands in the Kherson region.

The Ukrainian Armed Forces maintain fire control over nearly the entire island section of the Dnipro River in the Kherson region. The Russians make 5 to 7 landing attempts there every day.
Azerbaijani passenger plane was shot down by a Russian missile system, according to the head of the Center for Public Diplomacy.

Azerbaijani passenger plane was shot down by a Russian missile system, according to the head of the Center for Public Diplomacy.

Russians damaged an Azerbaijani passenger plane using a surface-to-air missile system. Following this incident, the aircraft crashed in Kazakhstan.
Three Ukrainians lost in the mountains near the border were rescued in Romania.

Three Ukrainians lost in the mountains near the border were rescued in Romania.

In Romania, three Ukrainians became lost in the Maramureș Mountains due to deteriorating weather conditions. After an extensive search, they were located by Romanian rescuers.
Russians stormed Ukrainian positions in pink "Zhiguli" cars: watch the video.

Russians stormed Ukrainian positions in pink "Zhiguli" cars: watch the video.

Recently, Russian soldiers attempted to storm the positions of the Ukrainian Armed Forces using Soviet-era "Zhiguli" cars. This is likely due to their shortage of equipment.
In Russia, a man crashed into a former military enlistment office and set it on fire.

In Russia, a man crashed into a former military enlistment office and set it on fire.

In the Russian city of Gus-Khrustalny in the Vladimir region, a man crashed his car into the main entrance of a former military recruitment office. He then set the vehicle on fire.
The murder case of Farion has been reclassified: Zinchenko now faces a life sentence.

The murder case of Farion has been reclassified: Zinchenko now faces a life sentence.

The classification of the crime for Vyacheslav Zinchenko, the suspect in the murder of Irina Faryon, has been changed. The case materials have been submitted to the court.
Lonely and bitter: how to "survive" the holidays during wartime.

Lonely and bitter: how to "survive" the holidays during wartime.

The pre-New Year period is not just a time for thorough cleaning and gift-giving; it also serves as an opportunity for introspection. Why do we often feel sadness instead of festive joy during this time? How can we navigate the holiday season amidst conflict, and is it even worth celebrating? What should you do if you find yourself alone during the holidays? Hromadske spoke with psychologists to gather their best advice on these topics and more.