Christmas comes this weekend for Orthodox ... And we want to participate in the culture days." Ahachinsky is of Russian ancestry, but he was born and raised in Ukraine before his family moved ...

the directive was issued as part of a campaign to promote Russian New Year customs over Western influences in educational institutions. The directive prohibits traditional Christmas carols ...

She feels lighter participating in the traditions of her youth. “Spiritually lighter,” Delila agreed. “We always look forward to Russian Christmas,” Jaydean Kelila added. “It’s just a ...