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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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Two power facilities attacked in Lviv region: residents warned about "rather harsh" blackout schedules

The Russian army attacked two critical infrastructure facilities in the Lviv region. 515 thousand subscribers were left without electricity, 394 settlements were completely de-energized.

Society • November 28, 10:23 AM • 14169 views
Consequences of the Russian missile strike on the Rivne region: RMA told about the situation with light and water

As a result of the missile strike, 250 thousand subscribers in 681 settlements of the Rivne region were left without electricity. 14 boiler houses were stopped, residential buildings were damaged.

Society • November 28, 09:54 AM • 20023 views
There won't be much light. DTEK showed updated shutdown schedules for a number of Regions

Due to the massive attacks of the Russian Federation on energy facilities in Ukraine, the schedules of blackouts for Kiev, Kiev region and Odessa region have been updated. Millions of Ukrainians were left without electricity and water, critical infrastructure in seven regions was damaged.

Society • November 28, 08:43 AM • 35546 views
In Ukraine, due to the shelling of the Russian Federation, massive power outages: how many subscribers are without electricity

Millions of Ukrainians in 7 regions were left without electricity due to Russian missile strikes on the energy infrastructure. Emergency power outages will last until 20: 00.

Society • November 28, 08:34 AM • 16422 views
The enemy attacked the energy infrastructure in Lviv region

In the Lviv region, an attack on energy infrastructure facilities was recorded. Details of the incident are being clarified.

War in Ukraine • November 28, 07:13 AM • 13513 views
Massive attack: the enemy attacks the west of the country

Rockets were recorded in the direction of Ternopil, Lviv, Lutsk, Vinnytsia, Khmelnitsky.

War in Ukraine • November 28, 06:36 AM • 21592 views
Massive Russian attack: missile recorded over Lviv region

One missile was recorded on the territory of the Lviv region. Local authorities urge residents to stay in shelter until the Air Alert ends.

War in Ukraine • November 28, 06:28 AM • 16572 views
The Ministry of Development spoke about the possibility of partial opening of Ukrainian airspace

State bodies are considering the possibility of partial opening of Ukrainian airspace. Due to the high level of threats, this is unlikely in the short term, with special attention being paid to Boryspil and Lviv airports.

War in Ukraine • November 27, 05:40 PM • 29284 views
Weather in Ukraine on November 27: where there will be wet snow and sub-zero temperatures

In Ukraine, on November 27, Partly cloudy weather with wet snow is expected in the North. Temperatures will range from -1°C to +7°C depending on the region, with most areas without precipitation.

Society • November 27, 05:58 AM • 21628 views
More than 23 thousand male "students" aged 30+ expelled from Ukrainian universities - Ministry of education and science

From April to August 2024, 23,448 male students over the age of 30 were expelled from Ukrainian universities. According to the results of inspections of the State Administrative Service of Ukraine, 8 criminal proceedings were opened against university officials.

Society • November 26, 02:00 PM • 21306 views
Ticket sales for new trains open in Ukraine: where you can go

Ukrzaliznytsia has launched train ticket sales according to the new 2025 schedule. Starting from December 15, tickets are available for most domestic routes, including new destinations to Solotvyno, Yasinia, and Rakhiv.

Society • November 26, 10:02 AM • 14366 views
Weather in Ukraine: where to expect sleet and sudden temperature changes today

The weather in Ukraine today is mostly cloudy with temperatures of 0-2°C. In the east and Crimea, there may be precipitation in the form of wet snow, while the rest of the regions will remain dry.

Kyiv • November 26, 06:01 AM • 21548 views
Ukrzaliznytsia launches a new route from Lviv to the capital of Moldova

Starting December 15, a daily train service between Lviv and Chisinau with compartment cars will be launched. The train will depart from Lviv at 15:00 and arrive in Chisinau at 11:30 the next day.

Announcements • November 26, 05:29 AM • 17123 views
Third child from family poisoned by mushrooms in Ternopil region dies

13-year-old Maria Mykulska became the fourth victim of mushroom poisoning in a family from Kopychyntsi. Earlier, her mother's partner and two other children died. Four more children are in hospitals.

Crimes and emergencies • November 24, 03:31 PM • 26417 views
An organ was installed at a train station in Lviv, which was combined with the remains of russian missile shells

Ukrainian musicians and artists from Sweden, Norway, and Georgia will perform original programs every weekend. The program will run until January 19.

Culture • November 24, 02:08 PM • 24349 views
Transparency or a screen: how ARMA transfers assets into management

How ARMA transfers assets into management.

Economy • November 22, 11:42 AM • 173170 views
Border guards in Lviv region find collectible coins on a native of Bukovyna

At the Krakivets checkpoint, border guards found collectible Olympic coins in the car of a 32-year-old man. The owner tried to smuggle them through the “green corridor”, claiming that it was a transfer from Germany.

Culture • November 22, 04:23 AM • 22559 views
When Ukraine will resume air traffic: Kuleba named the main condition

The aviation service is ready to resume 95% of flights, but serious air defense equipment is needed. It will take 45-50 days from the moment the decision is made to the launch of flights.

War in Ukraine • November 21, 12:43 PM • 19659 views
“One of our own": how spaces supported by the MHP Next Door program become a support for military and veterans

How the spaces supported by the MHP Next Door program are becoming a support for the military and veterans.

Society • November 21, 08:24 AM • 13631 views
Weather in Ukraine on November 21: rains and sleet are expected in central and eastern regions

Cloudy weather with precipitation is forecast in Ukraine, except for the western regions. The temperature will range from -1°C to +17°C, with heavy rains possible in the central and eastern regions.

Society • November 21, 05:35 AM • 19522 views
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Conflict of interest and damages: lawyer tells how ARMA manages seized assets

Two seized CHP plants in Lviv region became unprofitable after being transferred to ARMA management, losing UAH 558 million over 4 years. The NABU will launch an investigation into the actions of the ARMA leadership following the HACC decision.

Economy • November 20, 04:33 PM • 151971 views
Weather in Ukraine: where rains are expected today and what are the temperatures

In Ukraine today, the weather is mostly cloudy with clearings, the temperature is from +5 to +12°C. In the west, there may be light rains, in other regions there will be no precipitation.

Society • November 19, 05:57 AM • 26321 views
First snow on the Abransky Pass: what is happening on the roads between the regions

The first snow of the season has fallen on the Abransky Pass between Zakarpattia and Lviv regions. Due to poor visibility and slippery roads, traffic is hampered, and public utilities are working to clear the road.

Society • November 18, 09:52 PM • 16314 views
In Lviv region, the number of wounded due to the attack of the invaders increased to three people

A 66-year-old woman was killed and three men were wounded as a result of the fall of enemy rocket fragments in Sheptytsky district. 20 garages were destroyed.

Society • November 17, 03:21 PM • 25058 views
russian attack on Lviv region: a woman is killed, two men are wounded

A 66-year-old woman was killed and two men were wounded in a missile strike in the Lviv region. Heat supply was damaged, leaving 6,000 people without heat.

War in Ukraine • November 17, 09:31 AM • 24683 views
Lviv airport may start operating as early as next year

Ukraine is considering the possibility of resuming air traffic through Lviv Airport in 2025. The insurance industry is ready to support the reopening, subject to regulatory approval and security risk assessment.

Society • November 15, 11:23 AM • 14437 views
Weather in Ukraine: where there will be no precipitation today and what temperature is expected

In Ukraine, it is mostly cloudy with rains and sleet, with temperatures ranging from +1 to +9°C. No precipitation only in the west and in Odesa, the rest of the country will have precipitation.

Society • November 14, 05:38 AM • 100444 views
Court extends arrest for suspect in murder of Iryna Farion

The Halytskyi District Court of Lviv has extended the detention of the suspect in the murder of Iryna Farion for another 60 days. The man, who was detained in Dnipro, will be held without bail until January 12, 2025.

Politics • November 13, 02:19 PM • 17773 views
Court in Lviv considers extension of preventive measure for suspect in Farion's murder

A hearing on the extension of the preventive measure for Vyacheslav Zinchenko has begun in the Galician District Court of Lviv. Some of those present support the suspect in the murder of Irina Farion, chanting slogans in his defense.

Society • November 13, 01:29 PM • 16202 views
The first snow fell in a number of regions of Ukraine: where exactly

The first snow fell in the western regions of Ukraine. Snowfall was recorded in Lviv, Rivne, Volyn, Ternopil and Ivano-Frankivsk regions.

Society • November 13, 06:59 AM • 31672 views