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Kharkiv

City of Ukraine
Kharkiv is the second-largest city in Ukraine, located in the northeastern part of the country at the confluence of the Udy, Lopan, and Kharkiv rivers. The city is the administrative center of the Kharkiv Oblast and a major industrial, educational, scientific, and cultural hub. Kharkiv's population is around 1.4 million people. Kharkiv was founded around 1655 as a military fortress. In the 19th century, it became a center of Ukrainian cultural revival, and in the early 20th century, it experienced exceptional development in literature, theater, and science. Since 2022, Kharkiv has held the title of "Hero City of Ukraine".
1805
Kharkiv University, one of the oldest in Ukraine, was founded
1869
Railway service was opened, contributing to the city's development as an industrial center
1895
The first tram route was opened, marking the beginning of public transport development
1917
Kharkiv became the first capital of the Ukrainian People's Republic
1930
The Kharkiv Planetarium, one of the first in the USSR, was opened
1963
The Kharkiv Metro was launched, improving the city's transport accessibility
1975
The Kharkiv State Circus, which became one of the largest in Ukraine, was opened
1991
The city became part of independent Ukraine
2015
A new terminal of the international airport was opened, improving the city's infrastructure
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Fatal road accident in Zaporizhzhia: BMW driver crashed into a power pole, two women diedPhoto

In Zaporizhzhia on November 22, a BMW driver lost control and crashed into a power pole. Two women died, and two more people were injured and taken to the hospital.

Society • November 23, 10:19 AM • 4826 views
Internship for students in prosecutor's offices and joint scientific research: Prosecutor General Kravchenko visited two universities and the Institute of Forensic Examinations in KharkivVideo

Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko made a working visit to Kharkiv, visiting Yaroslav Mudryi National Law University and V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University. He announced the opportunity for students to undertake internships in prosecutor's offices and joint work on improving legislation.

Politics • November 22, 04:12 PM • 5424 views
Russia sentenced Ukrainian powerlifting champion Yulia Lemeshchenko on charges of "treason" - BBC

The athlete, who holds a Russian passport but competed for Ukraine, received 19 years in prison and a fine of 1 million rubles. She is accused of "treason" in favor of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • November 21, 03:16 PM • 11315 views
Animal rights activists evacuate lionesses that escaped from a private zoo in KhmelnytskyiVideo

Animal rights activists have begun evacuating lionesses Sima and Simba from a private zoo in Khmelnytskyi, from which they previously escaped. After a veterinary examination, the animals will travel to a rehabilitation center in Kyiv, and then to South Africa.

Society • November 21, 09:00 AM • 3197 views
Road accident in Kharkiv: Toyota Avensis driver crashed into a power pole, injuring three teenagersPhoto

In Kharkiv on November 20, the driver of a Toyota Avensis lost control, crashed into a power pole, and flew into a playground. As a result of the accident, a 19-year-old young man and two minors, aged 16 and 17, sustained bodily injuries.

Society • November 21, 08:24 AM • 4277 views
Not Kyiv and not Bukovel: where in Ukraine are the most expensive houses sold?

An analysis by OLX Real Estate showed that the most expensive houses in Ukraine are sold in villages in the Kyiv region, particularly in the village of Plyuty, where the median price is UAH 47. 5 million. Kyiv remains the leader among regional centers with a median price of UAH 9.6 million, while the lowest prices are recorded in Chernihiv (UAH 1 million).

Economy • November 20, 03:19 PM • 7548 views
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Cremation in Ukraine: how much does the service cost and is it in demand among Ukrainians?

In Ukraine, cremation is gaining popularity as an alternative to traditional burial, due to its environmental friendliness and lack of space. In Kyiv, 80% of burials are carried out by cremation, the cost of which starts from 3 thousand hryvnias.

Society • November 19, 02:24 PM • 68745 views
BMW X5 overturned several times: a foreigner and a passenger died in a car accident on the highway outside KyivPhoto

A fatal accident occurred on the Kyiv-Kharkiv highway near the village of Bohdanivka. A 37-year-old foreigner in a BMW X5 lost control, resulting in the death of the driver and a 27-year-old passenger.

Crimes and emergencies • November 19, 09:34 AM • 5677 views
In Prykarpattia, due to a Russian strike, there are disruptions in heat supply; in Kharkiv region, Russia attacked the railway - Deputy Prime Minister

Overnight, Russia attacked critical infrastructure and residential buildings in Ukraine, causing destruction in Lviv, Ivano-Frankivsk, Chernihiv, Kharkiv, and Dnipropetrovsk regions. In Prykarpattia, there are disruptions in heat supply, and in Kharkiv region, the enemy once again targeted railway and energy infrastructure.

Society • November 19, 08:04 AM • 3479 views
9 dead in Ternopil and injured in a number of regions: Zelensky showed the consequences of the Russian attack with more than 470 drones and 48 missilesPhotoVideo

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky reported on the consequences of Russia's night attack with more than 470 drones and 48 missiles. In Ternopil, residential buildings were hit, which led to 9 deaths.

War in Ukraine • November 19, 07:35 AM • 24261 views
Russian strike on Kharkiv on November 19: number of injured rises to 46Photo

The number of injured in Kharkiv as a result of the Russian shelling on the night of November 19 has risen to 46 people, including two children. The Russians attacked the Slobidskyi and Osnovianskyi districts with 19 Geran-2 or Shahed-type UAVs, damaging 16 apartment buildings and other infrastructure.

Society • November 19, 06:49 AM • 4414 views
At least 36 injured, including children: police record consequences of night attack on KharkivPhoto

On the night of November 19, Russian troops attacked Kharkiv with Geran-2 drones, damaging more than 10 buildings and other civilian infrastructure. 36 Kharkiv residents, including two children aged 9 and 13, sought medical help with an acute stress reaction.

War in Ukraine • November 19, 05:23 AM • 3868 views
Russians attacked Kharkiv with 19 drones: 32 injured, including three children (photos)

As a result of the Russian attack on Kharkiv, the number of injured has risen to 32 people, including three children. According to preliminary data, the enemy directed 19 Geran-2 type UAVs at three districts of the city. As a result of the strikes, a residential building, garages, an office building, and a supermarket were damaged. One of the hits was recorded in the schoolyard.

War in Ukraine • November 19, 12:25 AM • 4791 views
The number of victims of the Russian shelling of Kharkiv has risen to 22, including a 13-year-old girl

In Kharkiv, 22 people were injured as a result of Russian shelling on the night of November 19. Among them is a 13-year-old girl with an acute stress reaction.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 11:20 PM • 4956 views
Russian drone hits high-rise building in Kharkiv: there are casualties

On the night of November 19, Russian drones attacked Kharkiv. The Slobidskyi and Osnovianskyi districts of the city came under attack from 11 enemy UAVs. One of the drones hit a nine-story building, after which the building caught fire. A fire also broke out in garages. There are wounded.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 10:36 PM • 4302 views
"Ukrzaliznytsia" changed train routes in Kharkiv region due to Russian attack on November 18

"Ukrzaliznytsia" changed the routes of trains No. 227 Barvinkove - Ivano-Frankivsk and No. 102 Kherson - Barvinkove due to damage to the railway infrastructure in the Kharkiv region on November 18. Morning suburban services in the direction of Berestyn are also partially restricted.

Society • November 18, 08:03 AM • 3650 views
Russia attacked the city of Berestyn with missiles: 9 injured, including a 16-year-old boy

On the night of November 18, Russian troops launched missile strikes on the city of Berestyn in the Kharkiv region. Preliminary reports indicate 9 people were injured, including a 16-year-old boy.

War in Ukraine • November 17, 10:33 PM • 3610 views
Prosecutors expose large-scale abuses in Ukraine's defense sector - Prosecutor General's OfficePhoto

Prosecutors of specialized defense prosecutor's offices have documented dozens of large-scale abuses, detaining 50 individuals and uncovering over UAH 30 million in illicit gains. Systemic schemes of evasion from military service and illegal departure abroad have been exposed in seven regions and Kyiv.

Society • November 17, 01:04 PM • 5662 views
Azov veteran beaten by neighbors in Lviv region: police opened two proceedings

In the village of Vynnyky, Lviv region, an Azov veteran and his wife were beaten due to neighbors' complaints about noise. The police opened two criminal proceedings for intentional minor bodily harm.

Society • November 17, 10:38 AM • 4368 views
Wanted over 1 million hryvnias in bribe for land lease: an official of the settlement council in Chernihiv region was served with a notice of suspicion

Law enforcement officers served a notice of suspicion to the deputy head of the Kozelets settlement council in Chernihiv region for extorting a bribe. The official promised an entrepreneur to resolve the issue of land lease for a sorting station for UAH 185,000 and USD 20,000.

Society • November 17, 10:19 AM • 2813 views
Russian attack on Kharkiv region on the night of November 17: houses destroyed in Kharkiv and the region, there are dead and woundedPhoto

As a result of the Russian shelling of the Kharkiv region on the night of November 16-17, 3 people were killed and 13 were injured, including 4 children. Residential buildings, a kindergarten, and enterprises in Balakliia, Kharkiv, Starovirivka, and Liutivka were destroyed.

Society • November 17, 06:57 AM • 4250 views
Legendary cat-blogger Stepan celebrates 17th birthdayPhoto

Legendary cat-blogger Stepan celebrated his 17th birthday, as announced on Instagram, inviting subscribers to congratulate him. His wife Stefania gave him hugs and a good mood, and Stepan himself showed off a festive cake.

UNN Lite • November 16, 09:02 PM • 30636 views
Enemy drone of "Molniya" type hit a playground in KharkivVideo

In the Kholodnohirskyi district of Kharkiv, an enemy drone of the "Molniya" type hit a playground. There were no casualties or fatalities, but the blast wave shattered several windows in nearby high-rise buildings.

Society • November 16, 12:33 PM • 14401 views
Hundreds of enemy KABs and almost 1,000 drones in a week: restoration work continues in Ukraine after massive Russian strikesPhoto

Restoration work continues in Ukraine after the night attack, during which the enemy launched over 170 drones. In a week, Russia used almost 1,000 attack UAVs, 980 guided aerial bombs, and 36 missiles of various types.

Society • November 16, 10:07 AM • 5635 views
Patrolled at a school assembly: a traitorous policewoman was convicted for working for the occupiers during the capture of Kupyansk

A patrol policewoman from Kupyansk, who collaborated with the occupiers, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison with confiscation of property. She held positions in the occupation administration and fled to Russia before de-occupation.

War in Ukraine • November 14, 02:56 PM • 5303 views
Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry summoned Russian ambassador after 'Iskander' missile hit embassy in Kyiv

Azerbaijan summoned the Russian ambassador after an 'Iskander' missile fell on the territory of the Azerbaijani embassy in Kyiv on November 14, expressing protest and demanding an investigation. This is not the first incident that has caused damage to Azerbaijani diplomatic facilities in Ukraine.

Politics • November 14, 01:04 PM • 4497 views
UAH 1.4 million for "influencing" drone procurement for the Armed Forces: another suspect in the case received a notice of suspicionPhoto

An assistant to the head of a public organization has been served with a notice of suspicion in a case involving fraud in the procurement of drones for the military. He is accused of abuse during the distribution of UAH 1.4 million allocated for drones and inciting their write-off.

Society • November 13, 11:46 AM • 10466 views
Supplied UAVs and hundreds of cars to the occupiers: ex-governor of the Russian Federation sentenced in absentia in Chernivtsi

Shevchenkivskyi District Court of Chernivtsi sentenced in absentia the former governor of Russia's Rostov region, Vasily Golubev, to 7 years in prison. He financed the Russian army, supplied weapons, drones, and hundreds of vehicles to the occupiers.

War in Ukraine • November 13, 09:06 AM • 5604 views
Russians hit old buildings almost in the center of Kharkiv three times with drones: 3 injuredPhoto

As a result of the enemy UAV attack on the Kholodnohirskyi district of Kharkiv, three people were injured. A 68-year-old man and a 60-year-old woman were hospitalized, and a 77-year-old woman was provided with assistance on the spot.

War in Ukraine • November 12, 08:40 AM • 3266 views
Apartment prices in Ukraine: where the increase reaches almost 25% per year

OLX Real Estate analyzed the annual dynamics of median apartment prices in major cities of Ukraine. The largest increase was recorded in Kharkiv, where two-room apartments rose in price by 24%.

Economy • November 11, 09:37 AM • 3514 views