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Mother Language Day, Guide Day and Church Holiday - what is celebrated on February 21

On February 21, the world celebrates International Mother Language Day, established by UNESCO in 1999. On the same day, the World Guide Day is celebrated, and an online dictation in the Crimean Tatar language will be held.

Society • February 21, 04:30 AM • 117357 views

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Over 150 exhibits stolen by Russia from Kherson Regional Art Museum identified - OGP

The United States has returned to Ukraine archaeological sites from various historical periods that were detained at customs.

War • February 19, 09:20 AM • 152431 views

The amount of direct damage to Ukraine's infrastructure due to the occupiers' actions has increased to $170 billion

As a result of Russia's invasion, direct damage to Ukraine's infrastructure increased by $12. 6 billion to $170 billion. The largest losses were incurred in the housing stock ($60 billion), transportation ($38.5 billion), and energy ($14.6 billion).

War • February 17, 11:53 AM • 28595 views

Explosion occurs in Odesa amid ballistic threat

Odesa Mayor Gennadiy Trukhanov reported an explosion in the city after a warning of a ballistic threat from Crimea. Residents were urged to take shelter.

War • February 13, 04:16 PM • 41790 views

International Condom Day and International Self-Love Day: what else is celebrated on February 13

February 13 marks several international holidays, including Condom Day, Self Love Day, and Shawarma Day. Each of them has its own unique history and significance for society.

Society • February 13, 04:53 AM • 34297 views

UNESCO launches mission to Odesa to assess condition of historic center

A UNESCO and ICOMOS mission has begun work in Odesa to assess the condition of the city's historic center. Over the past three years, about 170 monuments have been damaged by Russian shelling.

Culture • February 12, 11:11 AM • 37167 views

Preserving national identity: Kyiv honors the memory of a prominent kobzar

Kyiv honored the memory of the outstanding kobzar.

Culture • February 11, 08:56 AM • 30460 views

Explosion occurs in Odesa - mayor

An explosion was reported in Odesa after the Air Force warned of “fast targets” from the Black Sea. Local authorities urged residents to take shelter.

War • February 10, 03:55 PM • 25580 views

International Dentist's Day, Pizza Day, World Marriage Day: what else to celebrate on February 9

On February 9, the world celebrates International Dentist Day, Pizza Day, and Volleyball Birthday. The second Sunday of February is also the World Marriage Day and the Day of Prayer for People with Autism.

Society • February 9, 04:30 AM • 33906 views

UNESCO condemns Russia's attack on cultural heritage sites in Odesa on November 14

UNESCO condemned the Russian strikes on Odesa on November 14 that damaged 21 architectural monuments in the city's historic center. The organization sent a mission to assess the damage and called for an end to attacks on cultural property.

War • February 7, 11:41 AM • 30513 views

Zelenskyy imposes sanctions against captains of Russian tanker fleet and thieves of Ukrainian museums

The President of Ukraine signed two decrees on sanctions against 56 Russian tanker captains and one Iranian. Sanctions were also imposed against Russian museum workers involved in the theft of cultural property in the occupied Crimea.

War • February 5, 08:14 PM • 121164 views

“Courtyard with Crows": Kyiv City Council assures that there will be no construction on Reitarska Street

The Kyiv City Council has denied rumors about the construction of a “Courtyard with Crows” at 9 Reitarska Street. The site was leased for 10 years exclusively for tourist infrastructure and catering facilities.

Society • February 5, 01:21 PM • 38489 views

The US is preparing to withdraw from the UN Human Rights Council and cut off funding for Gaza

The Trump administration is planning to sign a decree to withdraw the United States from the UN Human Rights Council and to stop funding humanitarian aid in Gaza. The document also provides for a review of international organizations for anti-American views.

News of the World • February 4, 02:49 AM • 107975 views

In Odesa, 19 architectural monuments damaged by missile attack on January 31

In Odesa, a missile strike on January 31 damaged 19 architectural monuments of varying degrees. A UNESCO mission is expected to arrive in the city to assess the damage to the historic center.

War • February 1, 11:05 PM • 65125 views

Violation of sanctions should be treated as complicity in the war: Zelensky on supplying Russia with components for missiles and drones

Russia launches a massive attack, firing 165 missiles and drones at various regions of Ukraine. In Poltava, 8 people were killed, 17 injured, and the historic center of Odesa was damaged.

War • February 1, 06:25 PM • 42523 views

Russian attack on Odesa's historic center: UNESCO condemns the attack and plans to send a mission to Ukraine

UNESCO has condemned the rocket attack on the historic center of Odesa, which damaged cultural buildings under the organization's protection. A special mission is planned to be sent to Ukraine to document the damage and determine response measures.

War • February 1, 02:58 PM • 38935 views

Mayor: Russia's missile strike on UNESCO-listed historic center of Odesa damages about 15 monuments

A Russian missile attack damaged about 15 historic buildings in the center of Odesa, including the Bristol Hotel. Among the affected buildings are the Philharmonic and museums under UNESCO protection.

War • February 1, 11:32 AM • 32323 views

One of the buildings in the UNESCO historic center damaged: photos have emerged

The rocket attack damaged historic buildings in the center of Odesa, including the Bristol Hotel, a theater and a museum. Two women are hospitalized in moderate condition.

War • January 31, 11:15 PM • 33159 views

There are already three injured in Odesa: the consequences of a rocket attack on the city center

An enemy missile strike on the center of Odesa injured three people, including a boy born in 2006. Historical monuments, museums and the Philharmonic were damaged, with windows smashed and facades damaged.

War • January 31, 08:29 PM • 29403 views

How the Bristol Hotel was damaged during the strike on Odesa: photos have appeared

A rocket attack on the center of Odesa injured two women who were hospitalized in moderate condition. The Bristol Hotel and other facilities in the UNESCO protected area were damaged.

War • January 31, 07:55 PM • 52273 views

Zelensky on Russia's attack on Odesa: preliminary ballistics

A Russian missile strike on Odesa injures two people and the luxury hotel Bristol. The building in the UNESCO protected zone was damaged, and restoration work is underway.

War • January 31, 07:27 PM • 53140 views

Missile strike on Odesa: much destruction in the UNESCO protected area, some wounded

Two people were injured in the Russian attack on the historic center of Odesa and are being taken to hospitals. A building in the UNESCO protected area and the Bristol Hotel were damaged.

War • January 31, 07:12 PM • 52728 views

Spain allocates 10 million euros to Ukraine and expands support: what is known

During his visit to Lviv, Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares announced new humanitarian aid. Spain also confirmed military support and training for the Ukrainian military.

War • January 29, 05:12 AM • 111636 views

Derzhprom in Kharkiv may become a UNESCO World Heritage Site

UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay discussed with Lviv Mayor Andriy Sadovyi the inclusion of Kharkiv's Gosprom in the World Heritage List. The building, which was damaged by Russian air strikes, is a symbol of 1920s modernism.

War • January 28, 07:26 PM • 40698 views

Ukraine and Spain signed an agreement on cooperation in the field of education: what it provides for

The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine and Spain signed an agreement on cooperation in secondary education. The document is aimed at improving the teaching of Spanish in Ukrainian schools and developing intercultural dialogue.

Politics • January 28, 05:27 PM • 34262 views

Spanish Foreign Minister arrives in Ukraine: what's on the visit program

José Manuel Albares visited Lviv, where he will open the first Cultural Hub in Ukraine together with Ukrainian officials and the head of UNESCO. The Minister also visited Lviv National University.

Politics • January 28, 11:15 AM • 22127 views

57 Transcarpathian cultural heritage sites added to the State Register of Immovable Monuments of Ukraine

The State Register of Immovable Monuments of Ukraine has added 57 cultural heritage sites in Zakarpattia region. The register now includes 163 monuments of local and national significance in the region.

Culture • January 11, 09:52 PM • 37912 views

11 unique museum exhibits joined the State Register of Cultural Property

The State Register of National Cultural Heritage has added 11 unique museum objects to its list. Among them are paintings by Malevich and Repin and a rare Gospel from 1707.

Culture • January 1, 02:39 PM • 30081 views

Olena Zelenska on the achievements of 2024: 18 new audio guides and hundreds of books for Ukrainians in the world

In 2024, we launched 18 new Ukrainian-language audio guides to cultural sites around the world. We also donated hundreds of Ukrainian books to libraries in 8 countries as part of the Ukrainian Bookshelves project.

Culture • December 27, 03:42 PM • 24868 views

Kilauea, one of the world's most active volcanoes, starts erupting

The Kilauea volcano in Hawaii has resumed its activity. The eruption is limited to the territory of the national park, but volcanic smog can pose a threat to populated areas.

News of the World • December 24, 02:33 AM • 18493 views

Minister of the Environment: the dismantling of the sarcophagus is postponed due to the Russian attack on the Chernobyl NPP

In modern warfare, there is no way without space - an expert explained why Ukraine needs its own Space Forces

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Ukraine is able to produce enough fiber optic drones for the Defense Forces - Kamyshin

At "Ramstein," a record €21 billion in military aid was allocated to Ukraine

Former ARMA employee doubts that territorial departments can monitor search warrants without Kyiv's knowledge

Legalization of virtual currency in Ukraine: the National Securities and Stock Market Commission spoke about the preparation of the draft law

Kupyansk under heavy shelling: four injured, people may be under the rubble

Sumy region under attack: enemy drone damaged private houses

Enemy troops advanced in the Kursk region - DeepState

Volunteer Oleg Salnyk died in Kherson as a result of a drone attack

The Presidential Office proposes to introduce mandatory military service for all citizens, regardless of gender

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