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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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Made business on trophy weapons: dealers from four regions of Ukraine were detained

SBU detained 4 criminals who tried to sell weapons taken from the combat zone. The weapons were hidden in household appliances and forest belts, and then sold.

Society • May 5, 02:35 PM • 10872 views
Bad weather covered the Ivano-Frankivsk region and knocked down dozens of trees, a woman was injured

In the Ivano-Frankivsk region, due to bad weather, about 20 trees were knocked down on the "Mukachevo – Lviv" highway. One of them fell on a car, injuring a woman, she was handed over to doctors.

Society • May 4, 02:46 PM • 16379 views
May 3 - International Confectioner's Day: the most delicious records of Ukraine and the world

May 3 is International Confectioner's Day. To celebrate the holiday, let's recall the biggest culinary records of Ukraine and the world: the longest cake, the giant stollen and the huge croissant.

Society • May 3, 04:30 AM • 109196 views
Ukrzaliznytsia Received New Compartment Carriages for the First Time in the History of Independent Ukraine: What Has Changed in Them

Ukrzaliznytsia received 6 new compartment carriages with improved comfort and amenities for people with visual impairments. They will run as part of the Lviv – Kharkiv, Kramatorsk train.

Society • May 2, 05:48 PM • 5660 views
Lviv City Day and International Harry Potter Day: What is celebrated in the world and Ukraine on May 2

On May 2, Lviv celebrates its 769th anniversary, Harry Potter fans celebrate his birthday, and wine lovers celebrate International Sauvignon Blanc Day. They also celebrate Baby Day and Tuna Day.

Society • May 2, 03:40 AM • 5170 views
Ukrzaliznytsia announced temporary changes in train routes: what is known

Due to repair works on the Polish railway, train No. 766/765 Warsaw – Rava-Ruska will not run. Temporary train No. 862 Lviv – Rava-Ruska has been appointed from May 1 to May 12, 2025.

Society • May 1, 05:03 PM • 9867 views
Ukrzaliznytsia train becomes an art object: famous American artist presents her work on the walls of the Intercity train

Ukrzaliznytsia, together with RIBBON International, presented Barbara Kruger's work on the Intercity train. The installation of 9 cars will run for 2 months in Ukraine and abroad.

Society • May 1, 03:08 PM • 12757 views
Shashlik stuck in the esophagus: a 14-year-old boy had to be operated on in Lviv after dinner

In Lviv, a 14-year-old boy was hospitalized with a breathing disorder due to a piece of shashlik stuck in his esophagus. Doctors had to operate on the child.

Society • April 30, 12:47 PM • 9045 views
Two teenagers fell from the 16th floor in Lviv: what is known

In Lviv, a minor boy and girl died after falling from the balcony of the 16th floor. The police are investigating the circumstances of the tragedy and are considering the version of suicide.

Society • April 29, 04:58 PM • 16892 views
The court hearing in the Faryon case has been postponed: the suspect is ill, the lawyer requested a different date.

The hearing in the case of the Fаrion murder has been postponed to May 1 due to the suspect's illness. The lawyer requested this specific date because he will be abroad.

Society • April 29, 09:43 AM • 6212 views
In Lviv, a doctor will be tried for the death of a boy after anesthesia during dental treatment

The anesthesiologist, who had no experience working with children, was accused of choosing the wrong anesthesia tactics, which led to the boy's death. She also used forged qualification documents.

Health • April 28, 10:16 AM • 5646 views
Emergency Medical Services Day and World Day for Safety and Health at Work: what else is celebrated on April 28

April 28 is Emergency Medical Services Day and World Day for Safety and Health at Work. They also commemorate the martyrs Maximus, Dada, Quintilian and honor Anastasia, Andrew, Victor.

Society • April 28, 03:30 AM • 4008 views
“Shakhtar” - “Dynamo”: announcement, where to watch, bookmaker favorites

The decisive match of the UPL will take place in Lviv: "Shakhtar" (53 points) will meet with the leader "Dynamo" (63 points). Kyiv is striving for the 17th championship, and the referee of the match is Vitaliy Romanov.

Sports • April 26, 05:00 PM • 6024 views
World Veterinary Day: What else is celebrated on April 26 26 квітня в Україні та світі відзначають кілька значних подій. Ось деякі з них: * **Всесвітній день ветеринара**. Це свято, яке відзначається щороку в останню суботу квітня, щоб підкреслити важливість роботи ветеринарів у захисті здоров'я тварин і людей. * **Міжнародний день пам'яті про Чорнобильську катастрофу**. Цей день присвячений вшануванню пам'яті жертв аварії на Чорнобильській АЕС у 1986 році та усвідомленню наслідків цієї трагедії для навколишнього середовища і людства. Окрім цих міжнародних подій, в різних країнах можуть відзначатися й інші національні або регіональні свята та пам'ятні дати.

April 26th marks International Veterinary Day and World Pilots' Day. Also on this day, Saint Basil of Amasya is commemorated.

Society • April 26, 03:15 AM • 3348 views
Stole property worth over 120,000, fled to another region and got caught: a repeat offender was detained in Lviv

A repeat offender was detained in Lviv, who robbed an acquaintance in Khmelnytskyi region for more than 120,000 hryvnias, leaving a note with apologies. The perpetrator faces up to 8 years in prison.

Crimes and emergencies • April 23, 03:04 PM • 7782 views
The Ministry of Development spoke about the first flight of the Welcome aircraft over Lviv and explained its purpose

The Ministry of Development explained that the Welcome aircraft's flight over Lviv was a test flight to check aeronautical equipment. The resumption of flights is not yet planned; safety conditions are required.

Society • April 23, 02:55 PM • 7569 views
In Ukraine, April 23 is expected to be up to +26°C: where short-term rains will occur

On Wednesday, it will be warm in Ukraine, up to +26°C. Rain is possible in the western regions, and short-term precipitation is possible in the south and east, alternating with the sun.

Weather and environment • April 23, 04:39 AM • 4331 views
In Lviv, more than 1,800 remains found on the territory of the former Soviet memorial were reburied

In Lviv, the exhumation and reburial of 1,804 human remains from the former Soviet memorial at the Lychakiv Cemetery has been completed. The remains of soldiers from different armies were reburied in different cemeteries.

Society • April 22, 03:09 PM • 7105 views
In Ukraine, April 17 will be warm and sunny: Ukrhydrometcenter forecast

Warm and sunny weather is expected throughout Ukraine on April 17. Air temperature will fluctuate within +19…+23°C, no precipitation is expected.

Weather and environment • April 17, 04:52 AM • 4023 views
"Rivne Vertical": How Ivanna Smachylo headed the State Property Fund of Ukraine and what Minister Koval has to do with it

Lawyer Ivanna Smachylo headed the State Property Fund after Koval's transition to ministers. Her career is connected with Koval, which raises questions about personnel loyalty and control over state assets.

Economy • April 15, 09:24 AM • 121060 views
Weather in Ukraine on April 15: spring warmth and variable cloudiness are expected

In Kyiv +16°C-+18°C, without precipitation. In the West +17°C -+19°C, possible rain. In the East +17°C-+19°C, partly cloudy and without precipitation.

Weather and environment • April 15, 04:39 AM • 4868 views
Speaker of the Upper House of the Austrian Parliament arrived in Ukraine for the first time

Andrea Eder-Gitschthaler arrived in Ukraine at the invitation of Deputy Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada Olena Kondratyuk. The visit is an important gesture of solidarity against the background of the Russian Federation's attacks on Ukrainian cities.

Politics • April 14, 02:11 PM • 10086 views
Accident on the Czech railway: Ukrainian Railways told passengers about changes in routes between Prague and Chop

Due to the accident on the Czech railway, train No. 122/123 Prague-Chop will run only to Kosice. Passengers will need to transfer to other trains to get to Chop or Prague.

Society • April 14, 12:18 PM • 7700 views
The Accounting Chamber asked ARMA to establish cooperation with law enforcement officers: Duma went to give lectures to cadets

Instead of systematic work with prosecutors, the head of ARMA, Olena Duma, decided to conduct lectures for cadets. The Accounting Chamber pointed to problems in asset management.

Politics • April 14, 08:12 AM • 204162 views
A warm start to the week is expected: weather forecast in Ukraine for April 14

On Monday, Ukraine will have comfortable spring weather, with temperatures up to +17°. Only in the west are local rains possible, in other regions no precipitation is expected.

Weather and environment • April 14, 04:15 AM • 8885 views
Ukrainian embassies will honor the victims of the tragedy in Sumy: flags will be lowered

On April 14, Ukrainian embassies around the world will lower their flags in mourning for the victims of the Russian missile strike on Sumy. Books of mourning will also be opened.

War in Ukraine • April 13, 07:44 PM • 5682 views
Ukrainian cities declare days of mourning over Russia's terrible missile attack on Sumy

Following the horrific Russian attack on Sumy, many cities in Ukraine have declared Days of Mourning. Kyiv, Poltava, Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, and Lviv regions are lowering flags in memory of the victims.

Society • April 13, 04:43 PM • 71603 views
Warm weather without precipitation is expected in Ukraine on April 13

On April 13, warm and dry weather will prevail in Ukraine. Air temperature will range from +9 to +18°C, depending on the region, no precipitation is expected.

Weather and environment • April 13, 05:05 AM • 5484 views
Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands arrived in Ukraine on a visit

Kaspar Veldkamp in Lviv honored the memory of the fallen defenders of Ukraine. The visit program includes a conference, meetings and discussions on Ukraine's integration into the EU.

Politics • April 12, 07:34 AM • 4468 views
Prince Harry in Lviv received an Easter basket with paska made from flour from demined fields

Yulia Svyrydenko presented Prince Harry with an Easter basket with paska baked from flour from demined fields of Sumy region. Pysanky for the basket were made by the mother of the deceased paramedic Iryna Tsybukh.

Society • April 11, 06:28 PM • 11272 views