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Children always in dirty clothes: a Ukrainian woman was surprised by child-rearing in this popular European country Personal experience

Children always in dirty clothes: a Ukrainian woman was surprised by child-rearing in this popular European country

According to Lyudmila Rusina, after moving to Germany, it was unusual for her to see how calmly parents treat children's dirty clothes. Children are given more freedom, allowed to choose their own…

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How much does life in Poland cost in 2026: Ukrainian woman reveals expenses for two Personal experience

How much does life in Poland cost in 2026: Ukrainian woman reveals expenses for two

A couple in Wrocław paid 3100 zlotys for a two-room apartment, spent another 1800 zlotys on food, 650 on fuel, and 350 on establishments. In total, basic expenses alone amounted to about 5900 zlotys…

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Ukrainian woman shocked by problems of renting housing in Spain: what are the downsides Real estate

Ukrainian woman shocked by problems of renting housing in Spain: what are the downsides

Renting housing in Spain for Ukrainians may be more difficult than it seems. Apartment owners often require a local employment contract, bank statements, and proof of income that may be triple the…

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Not everyone's path to university: Ukrainian woman surprised by education rules in Germany Education

Not everyone's path to university: Ukrainian woman surprised by education rules in Germany

In Germany, a child's educational path is largely determined already after primary school. Ukrainian Liudmyla Rusina explained why not everyone gets into a gymnasium and how vocational education can…

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Ukrainian women named the real cost of living in Bulgaria and the attitude of local residents Immigration

Ukrainian women named the real cost of living in Bulgaria and the attitude of local residents

How much do you need to earn for a comfortable life in Bulgaria and how do locals treat Ukrainians? Two Ukrainian women named the real expenses for rent, groceries, and utilities. One of them also…

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Ukrainian woman leaves Poland after four years: which country she chose Personal experience

Ukrainian woman leaves Poland after four years: which country she chose

Ukrainian woman Anna decided to leave Poland after four years of living, together with her boyfriend. Among the reasons, she cited difficulties with legalization and a change in attitude towards…

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One of Romania's most expensive cities: what it costs a family to live there Money

One of Romania's most expensive cities: what it costs a family to live there

A family of two adults and a three-year-old child spends about 2140 euros per month in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. Housing with utilities costs 800 euros in winter, and hypermarket purchases cost 785…

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Ukrainian woman receives 12,000 euro bill after giving birth in Germany: what happened Personal experience

Ukrainian woman receives 12,000 euro bill after giving birth in Germany: what happened

A Ukrainian woman in Germany received a 12,000 euro bill from a hospital after giving birth. The reason was problems with confirming health insurance and the newborn's documents. The family managed…

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Ukrainian women named the real cost of living in Bulgaria and the attitude of local residents Immigration

Ukrainian women named the real cost of living in Bulgaria and the attitude of local residents

How much do you need to earn for a comfortable life in Bulgaria and how do locals treat Ukrainians? Two Ukrainian women named the real expenses for rent, groceries, and utilities. One of them also…

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One Visa for Half a Continent Visas

One Visa for Half a Continent

Citizens of nine states – new members of the European Union – received a 'Christmas gift' from the EU Council of Ministers. A week earlier than expected, that is, from December 18, all checkpoints on…

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Where and how to find a job? Work

Where and how to find a job?

Each of us occasionally faces the search for a job, which can have many reasons, but the main one is to improve one’s own well-being (since we get paid for work). People strive to find work in Kyiv…

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Crimea - a peninsula that restores health Tourism

Crimea - a peninsula that restores health

For residents of former Soviet countries, Crimea still, as in the good old Soviet times, is perceived as a desirable, familiar and hospitable place where an atmosphere of eternal holiday, some…

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