Most 19th century Czech migrants to today’s Ukraine settled in the agriculturally potent western and southern regions. However, a large number of these migrants found employment also in the then developing urban centres. Odessa, now a port metropolis located in the southwestern part of Ukraine, was one of such cities wherein communities of Czech compatriots gradually established. The article considers the presence of the Czech minority in the city of Odessa, emphasizing a its communal and social life. The study also recalls probably the most important figure of Czech origin in the field of culture, the long-time chief conductor of the local city theatre orchestra and composer Josef Přibík.

Since spring 2020, Ukraine has been shaken by an unprecedented energy crisis. The main reason is the sharp decline in electricity consumption due to all restrictions caused by the coronavirus pandemic. The generally difficult situation in the country's economy influences the situation as well. Simultaneously, there has been identified an uncontrolled increase in "green" energy sector in recent months.

Ukraine is going to legalize gambling. The administration of President Zelensky expects this step to bring another 9 billion hryvnias to the state budget. However, the Ukrainian Parliament refused to approve the relevant bill due to a strong lobby of sellers of state lotteries in the first attempt. They appear to be the primary recipients of benefits from the “gray” gambling industry. Parliamentary opposition is against as well.