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Chernivtsi

Cultural and educational center of Bukovina, administrative center of Chernivtsi Oblast
Chernivtsi is a city in Ukraine, the administrative center of the Chernivtsi Oblast and Chernivtsi Raion. It is located along both banks of the Prut River, covers an area of over 153 square kilometers, and has a population of approximately 260,000 people as of July 2024. The city of Chernivtsi was founded in the 12th century and first mentioned in 1408. Chernivtsi has a multi-layered history that shaped it into a multicultural hub. The Austrian period (1774-1918) particularly influenced the city's architectural appearance, giving it the features of a Central European gem with elements of Viennese Baroque and Art Nouveau.
1488
The city received Magdeburg rights, which promoted self-governance
1866
The city was connected by railway to the European network
1875
Chernivtsi University was founded
1882
The construction of the architectural ensemble of the Residence of Bukovinian and Dalmatian Metropolitans was completed
1991
The city began to actively restore its historical and cultural character after Ukraine gained independence
2011
The central building of the university (the former Residence of Metropolitans) was included in the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage list
2022
Over 25 million euros in grant funds were attracted for the development of urban infrastructure and support for internally displaced persons
2022
A significant number of enterprises were relocated to the city, which contributed to the preservation of economic potential
2023
An honorary consulate of Latvia was opened
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Three officials illegally seized land in Pyriatynskyi National Park: prosecutor's office announced suspicionPhoto

Former officials were notified of suspicion of illegally seizing 100 hectares of land in Pyriatynskyi National Nature Park. The state suffered losses of UAH 6.8 million, and prosecutors filed 95 lawsuits to return the land.

Society • November 3, 11:10 AM • 4329 views
Start of the heating season: in which regions heat has already been supplied, and how preparations are progressing

The heating season has already started in many regions of Ukraine, with Rivne region being the first to "turn on the heating". Some frontline regions are still preparing for heat supply.

Society • October 22, 07:30 AM • 41134 views
Called for the revival of the USSR and disseminated communist symbols: members of an underground organization have been notified of suspicions

Four members of the underground neo-communist group "Organizing Committee of the Ukrainian SSR" have been notified of suspicion. They are accused of disseminating communist symbols and promoting a totalitarian regime.

Society • October 20, 11:14 AM • 4226 views
The prosecutor's office returned a historic building to the Chernivtsi community, which was illegally used as a cafe

In Chernivtsi, a historic building, known as "Ukrainian Book", was returned to the community. The total area of the monument is about 150 square meters, and its market value exceeds 10 million hryvnias.

Crimes and emergencies • October 17, 01:37 PM • 2925 views
In Ivano-Frankivsk region, a train was "mined", railway traffic was suspended - policePhoto

In Ivano-Frankivsk region, the movement of the train "Chernivtsi - Ivano-Frankivsk - Zaporizhzhia" was suspended due to a bomb threat. No explosive devices were found, the train continued its journey.

Society • October 12, 05:26 PM • 5410 views
Complicity of UOC (MP) priests with Russia: Prosecutor General's Office reported on exposed crimes

A UOC (MP) clergyman was exposed for organizing the illegal transportation of conscription-age men abroad. He was detained while receiving 26,000 euros, and he and his accomplice were remanded in custody.

Society • October 9, 11:26 AM • 5525 views
Rains with strong winds: what will the weather be like on October 8Photo

On October 8, light rains are expected throughout Ukraine, except for the northwest, and heavy precipitation is forecast in the south. The air temperature will be +12°...+16°, and up to +20° in the south and east.

Weather and environment • October 8, 03:15 AM • 11092 views
Cloudy weather and rains: forecasters' predictions for October 7 in UkrainePhoto

On October 7, cloudy and wet weather with rains is expected in Ukraine in the southwest, Zhytomyr region, Ivano-Frankivsk region, Chernivtsi region, and Ternopil region. Air temperature will range from +12°...+14° in the west to +17°...+22° in the east.

Weather and environment • October 7, 04:14 AM • 10078 views
Ukraine's Territorial Defense Day and World Teachers' Day: what else is celebrated on October 5

October 5 marks Ukraine's Territorial Defense Day and World Teachers' Day. Also on this day, World Meningitis Day, the City Days of Zaporizhzhia and Chernivtsi are celebrated, and believers honor the memory of the martyr Kharitina.

Society • October 5, 04:01 AM • 6426 views
A fraudulent call center that defrauded citizens of Kazakhstan out of millions was exposed in ChernivtsiPhoto

A fraudulent call center that defrauded citizens of Kazakhstan out of over UAH 5. 3 million was exposed in Chernivtsi. The organizer and some participants have been detained, and an investigation is underway regarding 300 other victims for an amount exceeding UAH 70 million.

Crimes and emergencies • September 25, 10:34 AM • 4618 views
Record batch of smuggled iPhones worth UAH 8 million stopped at the borderPhoto

In Lviv region, border guards uncovered large-scale smuggling of equipment worth 8 million hryvnias, mostly iPhone 17s. The largest batch was discovered at the Shehyni checkpoint, where 148 iPhones of various models were attempted to be transported.

Crimes and emergencies • September 22, 09:26 AM • 3703 views
Specialized prosecutors exposed 46 individuals in mobilization fraud schemes totaling 8 million hryvnias

Ukrainian prosecutors have exposed 46 individuals in mobilization-related crimes over the past two weeks. The total amount of bribes reached almost 8 million hryvnias.

Crimes and emergencies • September 22, 07:53 AM • 6088 views
Vasyl Kostyuk Supports Fundraising for Young Athletes from Military Families

The Ukrainian Karate Federation has launched a fundraising campaign for scholarships for child athletes whose parents serve in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The initiative was started by American singer Kelsy Kimberlin, and the face of the campaign is karateka Mariia Hnes.

Business News • September 20, 01:45 PM • 22190 views
10-year-old boy cared for two brothers with a genetic disease for over a year: prosecutor's office initiated an investigation into social services

The prosecutor's office has launched an investigation into the possible inaction of social services, due to which three children from the Pokrovsky district were left without proper care for over a year. A 10-year-old boy independently cared for two brothers with a severe genetic disease, who were bedridden.

Society • September 18, 09:16 AM • 19117 views
The light of "Pharmacies" in the darkness of war: stories of pharmacists who hold their own frontPhoto

Ukrainian pharmacists, despite shelling and danger, continued to work, turning pharmacies into shelters and aid stations. They provided medicines, supported people, and saved lives in the most difficult conditions.

Society • September 18, 08:58 AM • 63090 views
Due to the morning attack on the railway, dozens of trains are delayed for a period ranging from several minutes to several hours.

As a result of the Russian strike on railway infrastructure, a number of Ukrzaliznytsia passenger services are delayed. Some trains are delayed by more than eight hours.

Society • September 17, 02:56 PM • 7381 views
Ukrainian Football Cup: schedule of 1/16 final matches

The 1/16 final of the Ukrainian Cup begins on September 17, with 4 participants of European cups joining. UNN publishes the match schedule and information about broadcasts.

Sports • September 17, 12:21 PM • 46272 views
Due to the Russian attack on the railway, there are still delays and changes in train traffic: what travelers need to know

As a result of Russia's night attack on the railway infrastructure, power supply to the network is being restored. A number of trains are running with delays, routes have been changed to minimize waiting times.

Society • September 17, 10:19 AM • 8533 views
In Los Angeles, a schoolboy died from a rare complication years after contracting measles

A little boy died from subacute sclerosing panencephalitis after contracting measles. This case served as a reminder of the dangers of measles.

Health • September 12, 09:48 AM • 3887 views
Autumn comes into its own: weather forecast for September 11Photo

On September 11, rain, thunderstorms, and a cold snap down to +23°C are expected in western Ukraine. In other regions of the country, warm weather up to +26°C without precipitation will persist.

Weather and environment • September 11, 03:28 AM • 10667 views
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Should you buy an apartment in autumn: expert spoke about prices and risks in the real estate marketPhoto

The expert spoke about the current state of the real estate market in Ukraine. The most affordable apartments are now in large cities of the East and Center, Lviv remains the most expensive.

Economy • September 9, 07:01 AM • 73144 views
Russian attack on Ukraine on September 3: "Ukrzaliznytsia" warned about temporary changes in train movement

These changes concern trains running between Lviv, Dnipro, Chernivtsi, and Zaporizhzhia.

Society • September 3, 09:50 AM • 3111 views
In 2025, about 2,000 cases of measles were registered in Ukraine, with a localized outbreak mainly recorded in the western regions - Ministry of Health

About 2,000 cases of measles have been registered in Ukraine, most of which are in the western regions. Deputy Minister of Health Ihor Kuzin emphasized that vaccination is the only protection against measles.

Society • August 27, 01:11 PM • 3148 views
Attempted to sell weapons for 1.7 million hryvnias: a serviceman to be tried in Donetsk region

In Donetsk region, a serviceman attempted to sell weapons for over 1. 7 million UAH. He exchanged 26 grenades and 9 grenade launchers for a drone, which he then resold for 40,000 UAH.

Crimes and emergencies • August 26, 12:08 AM • 4634 views
Night strike by Russia caused delays of eight trains for over an hour: list

The night shelling damaged the contact network in Zhytomyr region. Eight trains are running with delays of over an hour, the network has already been restored.

Society • August 21, 06:48 AM • 129204 views
Protected lands in Volyn "went under the hammer" for a pittance: SBI exposed a top official of Derzhheokadastr

SBI employees exposed the head of the regional department of Derzhheokadastr in Khmelnytskyi region. She illegally transferred a land plot of the "Hnidavski Bolota" reserve in Volyn into private ownership.

Crimes and emergencies • August 19, 10:19 PM • 15929 views
Up to a quarter of beach water samples do not meet standards: where you can and cannot swim

The Ministry of Health of Ukraine reported that 24% of water samples at bathing sites do not meet microbiological standards. Of 104 samples taken, 25 were found to be contaminated.

Society • August 9, 11:28 AM • 12425 views
Ukraine, Moldova, and Romania create a new format of cooperation: Ministry of Health announced detailsPhoto

The foreign ministers of Ukraine, Moldova, and Romania met in Chernivtsi. They agreed to institutionalize the "Ukraine-Moldova-Romania" format and named it the "Odesa Triangle."

Politics • August 8, 03:49 PM • 5346 views
"A signal of unwavering solidarity with Ukraine": Romanian Foreign Minister visited "Okhmatdyt" after missile strikePhoto

Romanian Foreign Minister Oana-Silvia Țoiu made her first visit to Ukraine since the start of the full-scale invasion. She visited the Okhmatdyt children's hospital in Kyiv, which was damaged by a Russian missile, and the School of Superheroes.

War in Ukraine • August 7, 11:29 AM • 4254 views
A fake story about a military man being killed by a UOC-MP priest was spread in Khmelnytskyi region: police reactedPhoto

Information about a military man being killed by a UOC-MP priest in Starokostiantyniv spread online. The police debunked the fake, stating that the man died a natural death from acute pancreatitis.

Society • August 4, 08:45 AM • 6233 views