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Lviv

Cultural Capital of Ukraine
Lviv is a city located in the western part of Ukraine, in the Roztocze region. Lviv is the administrative center of the Lviv Oblast and Lviv Raion, as well as one of the main cultural centers of Ukraine. The population of Lviv is about 717,500 people as of a 2022 estimate. Founded in the mid-13th century, Lviv was named in honor of Lev I of Galicia, son of King Daniel. The city played an important role as a trade and cultural center, and its historical center remained undamaged after World War II. The city is one of the most visited by tourists in Ukraine.
1772
Becoming the capital of the Kingdom of Galicia and Lodomeria, the city received a new administrative status
1853
The opening of the first gas lantern in Ukraine marked the beginning of the modernization of urban lighting
1861
The establishment of the Halych Savings Bank contributed to the financial development of the region
1905
The opening of the first electric tram in Ukraine improved the city's transport system
1918
The proclamation of the West Ukrainian People's Republic with its center in Lviv became an important stage of national self-determination
1998
The historical center of the city was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List, recognizing its cultural value
2001
The All-Ukrainian Population Census confirmed the city's status as one of the largest in Ukraine
2022
The city became an important humanitarian and logistics center for assisting Ukraine during the war
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First death from meat allergy after tick bite recorded in US

Scientists have documented the first case of a 47-year-old man's death from a red meat allergy that developed after a tick bite. Blood tests confirmed alpha-gal syndrome, caused by bites from Amblyomma americanum tick larvae.

Health • November 14, 07:09 PM • 10532 views
Murder of Iryna Farion: Suspect Zinchenko's pre-trial detention extended

Shevchenkivskyi District Court of Lviv extended Viacheslav Zinchenko's pre-trial detention until January 12, 2026. He faces life imprisonment for murder motivated by national intolerance.

Crimes and emergencies • November 13, 01:00 PM • 2537 views
Rotavirus outbreak at a lyceum in Lviv: 25 sick, including 17 students

A rotavirus outbreak has been recorded at a lyceum in Lviv, resulting in 25 people falling ill, including 17 students. Laboratory tests confirmed rotavirus in nine children, indicating a viral infection rather than food poisoning.

Society • November 13, 12:26 PM • 4944 views
Construction of residential complexes increased by 9%, but commissioning of apartments fell - expert

In Ukraine, in the first 10 months of 2023, construction began on 187 new residential complexes, which is 9% more than last year. Real estate sales are open for 2149 projects, but the number of commissioned apartments decreased by 9%.

Economy • November 12, 01:19 PM • 3202 views
Which cities are breaking records in housing and rental costs - new data

Lviv has the most expensive housing on the primary and secondary markets, while Kyiv ranks second. The highest rental prices for housing are recorded in Uzhhorod.

Economy • November 12, 01:00 PM • 3772 views
Iryna Farion's daughter reported threats from "Zinchenko's sect" and called on law enforcement to respond

Sofia Osoba, the daughter of the murdered Iryna Farion, reported threats from supporters of the suspect in her mother's murder, calling on law enforcement to react immediately. She also expressed dissatisfaction with the delay in the court process in her mother's murder case.

Crimes and emergencies • November 11, 03:38 PM • 3639 views
Paid taxes to the Russian Federation and financed the Rosgvardia: a businessman from Lviv region will face trial for business in occupied Crimea

An indictment has been sent to court against a businessman from Lviv region, co-owner of a hotel in occupied Yalta, who cooperated with the Russian Federation. His assets have been seized, including real estate and corporate rights.

Society • November 11, 02:42 PM • 4122 views
Rotavirus outbreak confirmed in Lviv after hospitalization of lyceum students: what is known

In Lviv, rotavirus infection was laboratory confirmed in 6 students of the "Oriyana" lyceum; at least 19 cases of the disease were registered. 18 people were hospitalized, 17 of them were children under 15 years old.

Society • November 11, 01:20 PM • 3121 views
"Kinzhal" and Kh-101 missiles targeting UNESCO sites: five Russian generals charged for strike on Lviv

Five commanders of the Russian army have been заочно charged with violating the laws and customs of war due to a missile attack on the historic center of Lviv. The shelling of civilian infrastructure located in the UNESCO World Heritage site area occurred on the night of September 4, 2024, using "Kinzhal" and Kh-101 missiles.

War in Ukraine • November 11, 12:34 PM • 2928 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 • 3093 views
Portugal revokes temporary protection for Belarusians who lived in Ukraine and left after the war began

The Portuguese Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) has ruled that Belarusian citizens who were under temporary protection in the country after the start of the Russian invasion of Ukraine must leave Portuguese territory. They have 20 days to voluntarily depart, otherwise they may be deported.

Politics • November 8, 08:10 PM • 15184 views
In Lviv, 9 lyceum students ended up in an infectious disease hospital after eating in the canteen

10 people, including 9 students of the "Oriyana" lyceum, have been hospitalized to the Lviv Regional Infectious Disease Hospital with acute intestinal infection. All affected individuals ate in the lyceum canteen on November 4-5, and the patients' condition is moderately severe.

Society • November 8, 11:27 AM • 4354 views
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Drunk driving an electric scooter: lawyer explained what responsibility is provided

In Ukraine, driving an electric scooter and bicycle while intoxicated is equated to driving a car while intoxicated. The fine is 17,000 hryvnias and deprivation of driving rights, even for teenagers.

Society • November 8, 08:00 AM • 182110 views
Russian attack on railway: a number of trains significantly delayed

Due to a Russian attack on the Poltava region, railway infrastructure has been damaged, and there is no electricity supply or contact network on several sections. This has led to significant delays for a number of long-distance trains and suburban services in the Poltava and Kharkiv regions.

Society • November 8, 07:12 AM • 4168 views
Artificial Intelligence as a Driver of a New Wave of IT Professions — Key Insights from the FAVBET Tech Expert MeetupPhoto

The "AI-Ready Talents" meetup took place at IT Arena in Lviv, where FAVBET Tech discussed the adaptation of the Ukrainian IT market to artificial intelligence.

Technologies • November 7, 12:06 PM • 2156 views
Enemy attacks caused changes in train traffic in eastern Ukraine: what is known

As a result of the enemy's night attack on Zaporizhzhia, Dnipropetrovsk, and Kharkiv regions, railway infrastructure was damaged. This led to changes in routes and delays of a number of trains, particularly in the eastern direction.

Society • November 7, 08:40 AM • 3523 views
Russia again attacked the railway in Ukraine: trains in the east change routes and are delayed

As a result of the night attack on the railway infrastructure of Zaporizhzhia, Dnipropetrovsk, and Kharkiv regions, trains in the eastern direction are moving on altered routes with delays of up to 5 hours. There are no casualties, but the damage has affected train traffic, including services to Husarivka and international routes.

Society • November 6, 07:22 AM • 41338 views
Angelina Jolie's humanitarian trip to Kherson interrupted by TCC employees: what is known about the incident with the star's bodyguard

Angelina Jolie's humanitarian mission to Kherson ended in an incident when a member of her team was stopped at a checkpoint and handed a summons. The Ukrainian Ground Forces deleted the statement about the event, and the Ukrainian government was not notified of the actress's visit.

Society • November 5, 08:20 PM • 52185 views
Angelina Jolie visited Kherson - MP HoncharenkoPhoto

American actress Angelina Jolie visited Kherson, as reported by Oleksiy Honcharenko. This is not the actress's first visit to Ukraine; she was previously in Lviv.

Society • November 5, 03:21 PM • 5638 views
Lviv hosted State Emergency Service and Ministry of Internal Affairs exercises with NATO supportPhoto

Command and staff exercises of the State Emergency Service and the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine, supported by NATO, took place in Lviv. The event was dedicated to responding to chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear incidents.

Society • November 3, 03:39 PM • 3385 views
Blogger abroad wore AFU uniform for Halloween and faced the wrath of the militaryPhoto

Ukrainian blogger Oleh Baryshevskyi, who left the country in 2024, appeared at a Halloween celebration in a Ukrainian Armed Forces military uniform, which sparked a wave of criticism on social media. A Ukrainian serviceman with the call sign "Vitsyk" reacted to his actions by posting a photo from the front line and emphasizing that "pixel" is not a costume for entertainment.

Society • November 3, 02:29 PM • 2550 views
Three teenagers in Lviv region sustained minor chemical burns: police are investigating all details

Three 14-year-olds from Lviv sustained minor chemical burns as a result of an explosion during their leisure time. They received first aid, and their lives are not in danger.

Society • November 3, 09:37 AM • 3285 views
Judge who caused fatal road accident in Prykarpattia notified of suspicionPhoto

The judge of the Pidhaitsi District Court of Ternopil Oblast has been notified of suspicion of violating road safety rules. While driving a Lexus, she hit two pedestrians, one of whom died and the other was injured.

Crimes and emergencies • November 2, 09:32 AM • 21438 views
Every Ukrainian will be able to travel 3000 kilometers by rail for free - Zelenskyy

President Zelenskyy announced a new winter support program "UZ-3000", which will allow every Ukrainian to travel 3000 kilometers by rail within Ukraine for free. The program is currently being developed by "Ukrzaliznytsia".

Society • November 1, 02:06 PM • 79396 views
Zelenskyy announced new winter support: direct aid, free travel, and check-ups

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has instructed the government to form a winter support package that will include direct aid, special programs for vulnerable groups, and the preservation of fixed prices for gas and electricity. The "UZ-3000" program from Ukrzaliznytsia (Ukrainian Railways) has also been announced, which will provide 3,000 km of free travel, and medical programs will be expanded starting in January.

Society • November 1, 01:47 PM • 15995 views
FAVBET Tech is among the top 5 taxpayers among Diia.City residents

The Ukrainian IT industry continues to provide billions in revenue to the state budget and strengthen the country's defense capabilities.

Business News • October 30, 10:39 AM • 10711 views
24-year-old blogger humiliated the Armed Forces of Ukraine and residents of western Ukraine, faces up to three years in prisonVideo

A 24-year-old resident of Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, temporarily residing in Lviv, humiliated servicemen of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and residents of western regions during a live broadcast. The police opened criminal proceedings under an article on violating citizens' equality; the blogger faces up to three years in prison.

Crimes and emergencies • October 29, 07:28 PM • 13871 views
Features a bust of Stefan Batory: The National Museum of the History of Ukraine showcased a 17th-18th century noble saberPhoto

The National Museum of the History of Ukraine presented a noble ceremonial saber from the late 17th to the first half of the 18th century. It features images of Archangel Michael and a bust of Stefan Batory, as well as Latin inscriptions.

Society • October 26, 05:31 PM • 12798 views
Large-scale water supply crisis in Lviv: water to return within 11-12 hours

Repair work has been completed in Lviv on the main water pipeline, which caused a four-day water supply crisis. Water will gradually begin to return to consumers within 11-12 hours, and specialists from "Lvivvodokanal" are monitoring the system around the clock.

Society • October 26, 10:49 AM • 30430 views
In Lviv, about 50,000 Lviv residents remain without water supply

About 50,000 Lviv residents, which is 10% of the city's population, were left without water supply due to a new accident on the main water pipeline. These are residents of the Zaliznychny and Shevchenkivskyi districts, who have been without water for the third day.

Society • October 25, 05:50 PM • 5242 views