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How we gave Ukrainian orphans a visit from Santa.

St. Nicholas, the Ukrainian Santa, is popular for his good deeds and for always helping kids in need. Tania and Nastia went to an orphanage to create a holiday for kids.

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Dec 09, 2025
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