Maxim Moskalkov

COVID Pandemic Still Shaking Up US Housing Market

Prices skyrocket as demand grows for multifamily housing, home offices

Photo of Boy Becomes Symbol of Russian Aggression in Ukraine

The famous image shows Vlad, 6, standing next to his mother's makeshift grave in the hard-hit city of Bucha

Amid Ukraine War, Volunteers Help Displaced People and Pets

Greater Good Charities distributes food and other supplies

US Capital Area Volunteer Group Raises Thousands for Ukraine

After Russia invaded Ukraine, Ukrainian expats sprung into action to collects funds and basic supplies for those who need them most back home

Ukraine's Kherson, Zaporizhzhia Regions Struggle Under Russian Occupation

The U.S. State Department says the United States remains concerned about steps Russia is taking to institutionalize control over sovereign Ukrainian territory. Maxim Moskalkov has the story.

Belarusian Diaspora Does What It Can to Help Ukraine

Many volunteers fled Belarus after the harsh crackdown on protesters in 2020. Now they are helping Ukrainians under assault from Russia

Trapeze School

We meet the instructors at a trapeze school who tell us about the different activities they offer to kids and how they are helping build their confidence. Reporter: Maxim Moskalkov, Camera: David Gogokhia, Adapted by: Zdenko Novacki

Crafters Sell Ukrainian-Themed Goods to Raise Money for Charity

Crafting marketplace Etsy is popular platform for users who want to support Ukrainians affected by war

DC Restaurants, Bars Team Up to Help Feed Ukrainian Refugees

One charity dinner alone raised $70,000 for World Central Kitchen, a humanitarian group feeding displaced Ukrainians at border crossings and beyond

Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Forces Athletes to Pick a Side

For many professional athletes, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has prompted them to speak out in support of Ukraine. But for many, just speaking out isn’t enough. Maxim Moskalkov has the story

American, Canadian Volunteers Respond to Ukraine’s Plea for Help

Americans and Canadians are among the thousands of volunteers responding to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's for help fighting a Russian invasion. VOA’s Maxim Moskalkov reports.

Russia Extends Drills in Belarus – What Does It Mean?

With Russia announcing it will continue its military drills with Belarus, many observers believe it is just another step by Moscow to prepare for a wider invasion of Ukraine. Russia had originally said the drills would end on February 20 – as Maxim Moskalkov reports.

New Artechouse Exhibition Offers Experience in Hyperrealism

Italian multimedia artist Quayola projects hyperrealistic pictorials of paint strokes against the sound of a coded, computerized Yamaha piano

Washington’s Trapeze School Knows How to Help You Raise Your Spirits

The youngest student at the Trapeze School is only 6 years old, the oldest – more than 80

Celebrity Chef Feeds Homeless During the Holidays

Celebrity Chef and TV personality Bren Herrera and her family take the idea of giving very seriously during the holidays. Maxim Moskalkov has the story. Camera: Aleksandr Bergan.

Xenobots – US Scientists Create Tiny Living Robots That Can Reproduce

In early 2020, a team of scientists from the University of Vermont, Tufts University and Harvard University took stem cells from African clawed frog embryos and turned them into tiny living robots. As if that isn’t amazing enough, then something unexpected happened. Maxim Moskalkov has the story.

Border Wall Exhibition Opens at National Building Museum

An exhibition that examines the border wall between the U.S. and Mexico has opened at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C. Maxim Moskalkov has the story. Camera: Andrey Degtyarev, Producer: Anna Rice

Holiday Shopping Season Hit by Pandemic, Supply Chain Woes, Inflation

This holiday season promises to be an extraordinary one. Experts say supply chain issues, the pandemic, inflation and online sales will impact holiday shopping. Maxim Moskalkov has the story. VOA video by Anatolie Casenco.

Postal Stamp Artist: What it Takes to Create One Stamp

It took art director of the USPS Stamp Services, Antonio Alcala, ten years to create one stamp dedicated to hip-hop.

Virginia Nonprofit Helps Women and Children in Need