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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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Kyiv exposes scammers who took away apartments through fake marriages and repairs

The police detained three people who fraudulently took possession of the apartments of vulnerable citizens. The criminals gained trust through repairs and even marriages, and then resold the property.

Crimes and emergencies • February 6, 12:52 AM • 39514 views
Reclamation of the Gribovitsky landfill, where there was a deadly fire, is completed

The most difficult stage of reclamation, which lasted 4 years, has been completed at Gribovitsky landfill. The territory was covered with a special membrane and a gas collection system was implemented, which is converted into electricity.

Society • February 4, 04:17 PM • 24637 views
Ryanair is preparing to resume flights to Ukraine: what are the conditions

Ryanair plans to open 24 routes to Kyiv and Lviv within 4-6 weeks after the cessation of hostilities. The company's CEO hopes for a quick end to the war with the help of Donald Trump.

War in Ukraine • February 4, 01:18 PM • 106327 views
Dirty air from Europe is already creeping up on Ukraine

A cloud of polluted air from Poland is approaching Ukraine from the west and north. On February 5-6, Lviv and Ternopil regions will be most affected, with pollution levels reaching 40-60 units.

Society • February 4, 09:46 AM • 49391 views
In Lviv region, 38 dead swans found in river floodplains

In the floodplains of the Western Bug River in the Lviv region, 38 dead swans were found. Due to the confirmation of avian influenza, quarantine restrictions and a 10-kilometer observation zone have been introduced in the area.

Society • February 1, 10:11 PM • 29486 views
German agency uses photos of injured Ukrainians to advertise Russian media. Kyiv demands an apology

The German agency Lure used photos of Ukrainians affected by the war in an advertising campaign for the Russian media outlet Meduza. Ukraine's Foreign Ministry demands that the content be removed and that Ukrainians whose grief was exploited apologize.

War in Ukraine • February 1, 04:54 PM • 42758 views
Russian agent preparing to detonate explosives near SBU building in Kyiv, detained - Security Service

A Russian agent who planned to blow up the SBU building with 7 kg of explosives was detained in Kyiv. A 22-year-old drug addict from Lviv was recruited via Telegram and installed video surveillance to record the attack.

Crimes and emergencies • February 1, 11:00 AM • 52050 views
Ukrainian prisoners tell PACE about torture in Russian captivity

At the PACE Winter Plenary Session in Strasbourg, the testimonies of three released Ukrainian prisoners were heard. Maksym Butkevych, Lenia Umerova and Yulian Pylypey shared their experiences in Russian captivity.

Society • January 31, 08:07 PM • 83909 views
Donetsk region: Three officers exposed for stealing military fuel

Three officers of a military unit in Donetsk region organized a fuel theft scheme. They sold about 10 tons of fuel every month, for which they face up to 15 years in prison.

Crimes and emergencies • January 30, 02:35 PM • 23638 views
The Shalimov Center spoke about the effectiveness of treatment of liver tumors using radiofrequency ablation

The Shalimov Center for Surgery and Transplantation successfully uses radiofrequency ablation to treat liver tumors. The method allows to remove the affected cells without complicated surgical interventions, which is confirmed by the story of patient Oksana.

Society • January 30, 12:10 PM • 29248 views
Romanian presidential candidate says Ukraine is a “fictional state”

Pro-Russian candidate Kelin Georgescu called Ukraine a “fictitious state” and claimed its territory. He believes that after the war, Ukraine will be divided between neighboring countries.

Politics • January 30, 08:53 AM • 32928 views
Ukraine's first twins born under the state program of reproductive technologies discharged in Lviv

The Lviv Perinatal Center has discharged the first twins in Ukraine born under the infertility treatment program. Matviy and Justyna were born on January 16 to parents-teachers from Horodok who took advantage of the state ART program.

Health • January 29, 01:46 PM • 25774 views
The number of accidents on Ukrainian roads has increased by 5-9%: what are the most common causes of accidents

The Patrol Police reports a 5-9% increase in the number of road accidents compared to last year. Speeding remains the main cause of accidents, accounting for 40% of all cases.

Society • January 29, 12:10 PM • 25804 views
Weather in Ukraine on January 29: where it will be warmest and whether to take an umbrella

Cloudy weather with temperatures ranging from +7 to +13 degrees is expected in Ukraine. There may be light rains in the west, while the rest of the country will remain free of precipitation.

Society • January 29, 05:45 AM • 30758 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 in Ukraine • January 28, 07:26 PM • 40778 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 • 34364 views
Lviv's RECs work in three shifts due to a significant influx of people: what is known

In Lviv, there is a significant influx of people to undergo a military medical commission. About 700 “limitedly fit” people are waiting for a second examination due to delays in passing the VLC until the last deadline.

Society • January 28, 04:45 PM • 31265 views
How the number of believers of the OCU and UOC-MP has changed since the beginning of the full-scale war - sociology

The share of OCU believers increased from 24% in 2021 to 35% in 2024, while the UOC-MP decreased from 13% to 5. 5%. The total number of Orthodox believers has decreased from 61% to 51% over the past year.

Society • January 28, 12:59 PM • 27777 views
In Lviv, heating will be supplied in economy mode: what is known

Due to rising temperatures in Lviv, heating is being switched to economy mode. From 10:00 to 16:00, heat supply will be temporarily suspended in some parts of the city.

Society • January 27, 04:47 PM • 36800 views
PACE starts winter session: resolutions relevant to Ukraine are scheduled for voting

The winter session of PACE starts in Strasbourg, where Ukraine will be in the spotlight. Debates on a just peace, hearings on prisoners of war, and a presentation of Lviv as the European Youth Capital of 2025 are planned.

War in Ukraine • January 27, 09:48 AM • 29821 views
Bus goes off the road in Bolivia, killing 19 people

In the Serdas region of Bolivia, a Pan-American fleet bus went off the road, killing 19 people. Among the dead were 14 women, 3 men and two children, and 9 others were injured.

News of the World • January 27, 12:16 AM • 30460 views
A pregnant woman was injured in a car accident in Kyiv region

The 19-year-old driver of a BMW lost control and crashed into a fence in the village of Pereselenie, after which the car caught fire. Three people, including a pregnant woman, were injured in the accident and taken to the hospital.

Kyiv • January 26, 09:47 PM • 39946 views
A car and a bus collide in Lviv region: there are dead

In Lviv region, a Volkswagen drove into the oncoming lane and collided with a ZAZ bus. The accident killed four people from the car and hospitalized two bus passengers.

Society • January 26, 06:25 PM • 44685 views
Winter weather in Ukraine: where is the warmest today and what to expect

On January 26, cloudy weather with clearings without precipitation is expected in Ukraine. The air temperature will range from +3°C to +11°C, with the warmest temperatures in the Crimea and in the west of the country.

Society • January 26, 05:56 AM • 66205 views
Several airports may start operating this year - Sadovyi

The mayor of Lviv has announced the possibility of reopening several airports in Ukraine this year. According to him, there are technical possibilities for this, only a political decision is needed.

Economy • January 25, 09:58 AM • 40856 views
Ukraine welcomes January 25 with moderate heat and cloudy skies: where will it be warmest today?

Cloudy weather remains in Ukraine with high temperatures for January ranging from +1°C to +11°C. It will be warmest in the Crimea, without significant precipitation throughout the territory.

Society • January 25, 05:34 AM • 51452 views
Preparing a missile attack on barracks ordered by the FSB: a cadet of a military university was detained in Lviv region

In Lviv region, an FSB agent was exposed who planned to pass on the coordinates of the barracks of a military institute for a missile strike. The cadet intended to betray her classmates for a monetary reward.

War in Ukraine • January 24, 01:12 PM • 28838 views
Russia launched 58 drones at Ukraine: 25 shot down, 27 lost

At night, Russia attacked Ukraine with 58 Shahed strike drones and imitator drones from different directions. Air defense forces shot down 25 drones, with casualties in Kyiv and Chernihiv regions.

War in Ukraine • January 24, 07:20 AM • 29993 views
Lviv region suffered a night attack by Russian drones: what is known about the consequences

Ukrainian air defense forces shot down four enemy drones over Lviv region. In one of the villages of Lviv district, the debris damaged a residential building, no one was injured.

War in Ukraine • January 24, 06:18 AM • 30821 views
“Ukrzaliznytsia is looking for the best answer about the absence of flights to the occupied territories

“Ukrzaliznytsia has announced a contest for the best answer to the question about the lack of railroad connections with Crimea, Donetsk and Belarus. The company plans to use the best answer for official communication.

Society • January 24, 03:27 AM • 30543 views