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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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Weather in Ukraine: where to expect sleet and rain on November 13

On November 13, it will be cloudy with precipitation in Ukraine, with sleet possible in the west. The air temperature will range from 0 to +10°C, with the warmest temperatures in the south of the country.

Kyiv • November 13, 05:52 AM • 21202 views
Time to act, Unstoppable: how adaptive sport accelerates the path of rehabilitation and reintegration for veterans and people with disabilities

The MHP-Hromada Charitable Foundation has allocated grants of up to UAH 400 thousand to create adaptive sports clubs in 13 regions of Ukraine. The project will help veterans and people with disabilities return to active life through sports.

Society • November 12, 03:00 PM • 16158 views
Former Defense Ministry official suspected of nearly UAH 94 million in "written-off" fines for Lviv businessman - SBI

The former director of the Ministry of Defense department was informed of suspicion of abuse of office. He groundlessly reduced the fine from 98 million to 4.5 million UAH for overdue contracts for the supply of military clothing.

Crimes and emergencies • November 12, 12:21 PM • 14054 views
Lubinets: “If my demands are not fulfilled, I will demand to enter information into the URPTI”

Dmytro Lubinets said he was ready to submit information to the URPTI about officials who do not fulfill his demands. The Ombudsman sent submissions to the Lviv and Ternopil RMAs regarding violations in children's institutions.

Politics • November 11, 02:25 PM • 18462 views
Lubinets reacted to the refutation of his words by the Lviv RMA: “the authorities did not realize that we were finding systemic problems”

Dmytro Lubinets stated that the authorities did not understand the systemic problems in the Lviv RMA orphanage. The Ombudsman documented facts of violence and violations of children's rights, despite denials from the RMA management.

Society • November 11, 02:09 PM • 20360 views
Lviv MSEC official suspected of concealing millions in assets - SBI

The SBI served a notice of suspicion to a high-ranking official of the Lviv City State Medical Examination Commission for false declaration. The official did not indicate two luxury cars made in 2023, registered to her relatives.

Politics • November 11, 11:07 AM • 18030 views
Weather in Ukraine: where to expect rain today and what the temperature will be

The weather in Ukraine today is cool with a temperature of +7. ..+9°C, mostly without precipitation. Light rains are possible only in the south of the country, particularly in Odesa and Simferopol.

Society • November 9, 06:47 AM • 38816 views
Horodenko's national team “Probiy” successfully debuted in professional football: results of the year

“Horodenko's Probiy leads the Ukrainian Second League and reached the 1/8 finals of the Ukrainian Cup in its debut professional season. The team won 8 league matches and won three cup games.

Sports • November 8, 07:01 AM • 18078 views
Weather in Ukraine: where is rain expected today and what will be the temperature

Partly cloudy weather is forecast in Ukraine, with light rains possible in the east. The air temperature will range from +6 to +14°C, with the warmest temperature in Odesa.

Society • November 8, 06:02 AM • 23940 views
5-6 airlines are ready to resume flights to Ukraine in January, Boryspil is the initial idea - insurer

Several airlines are ready to resume flights in January 2025. To launch flights, insurance and reliable airspace protection are required; the cost of insuring one Boeing is $750 million.

Economy • November 7, 01:24 PM • 16668 views
In Ukraine the incidence of influenza and ARVI is 36% below the epidemic threshold: what is known about the situation

During the fifth week of the epidemic season, 110,944 people fell ill with ARVI, including 64,997 children. The incidence rate is 307.9 per 100,000 people, which is 36.3% below the epidemic threshold.

COVID-19 • November 7, 08:45 AM • 15520 views
Couldn't eat and lost a lot of weight: in Lviv, a robot surgeon helped save the life of a 6-year-old girl

In Lviv, a unique surgery was performed on a 6-year-old girl with Wilkie syndrome who had lost 4 kg due to her inability to eat. Thanks to a robot surgeon, doctors created a workaround for food, which saved the child's life.

Health • November 6, 03:54 PM • 18413 views
Man sustained an injury as a result of grenade explosion in his own apartment in Lviv region: what is known

A 27-year-old drunk man sustained an arm injury as a result of a training grenade explosion in his apartment. His wife and child, who were sleeping in the next room, were not injured.

Crimes and emergencies • November 5, 01:03 PM • 16386 views
“Almost all delegations of our partners arrive in Ukraine thanks to you": Zelensky on Railroader's Day

The President of Ukraine met with railroad workers and presented them with state awards on Railroader's Day. He emphasized the important role of Ukrzaliznytsia in the country's defense and economy.

Society • November 4, 06:19 PM • 21567 views
NMT-2025: How to Prepare for the History of Ukraine Test

Recommendations for preparing for the Ukrainian history test within the framework of NMT-2025 have been published. The test will contain 30 tasks for 60 minutes and will cover the entire course of history from ancient times.

Society • November 4, 04:04 PM • 19896 views
In Lviv, surgeons reconstructed the defender's face, which was mangled by shrapnel

The UNBROKEN Center restored the face of veteran Volodymyr Kirsanov, who could not eat due to a mine-blast injury. After complex reconstructive surgery, the fighter gained weight and returned to work as a driver.

Society • November 4, 02:22 PM • 21118 views
The first case of H1N1 flu was detected in Lviv region: what is known about the epidemic situation

The first case of influenza A H1N1 of this epidemic season has been reported in Lviv region. According to the Central Public Health Center, 476,738 people fell ill with SARS from September to October, which is 13.8% less than last year.

COVID-19 • November 4, 02:05 PM • 22090 views
A girl was injured in a house fire in Lviv region

In the village of Zabolottsi, a fire broke out in a residential building due to a malfunctioning stove. The girl suffered burns to her legs, but at first she hid it from her mother because she was scared.

Society • November 3, 12:10 PM • 22785 views
223 carriers are disconnected from the Shlyakh system due to schemes with men leaving

Ukrtransbezpeka disconnected 223 carriers from the Shlyakh system due to illegal travel abroad by persons liable for military service. Since the beginning of 2024, more than 2,000 offenses related to illegal border crossing have been detected.

Society • November 2, 11:55 AM • 21322 views
Depositors defrauded of almost UAH 14 million: scammers selling apartments without documents exposed

Three fraudsters defrauded more than 20 investors of UAH 14 million by selling apartments without documents. The criminals collected share contributions to the account of a fictitious developer and disappeared with the money.

Crimes and emergencies • November 1, 12:29 PM • 14194 views
On the eve of All Saints' Day: in Lviv, lamps were lit on the graves of fallen Heroes

Lviv residents lit candles on the graves of fallen heroes on the eve of All Saints' Day. Mayor Andriy Sadovyi noted that the light of the lamps symbolizes the unquenchable memory and love for the defenders.

Society • October 31, 07:52 PM • 20868 views
Children were kept in isolation for 5 days: cruel punishments and blatant violations in an orphanage in Lviv region

Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets found violations of children's rights in the Lviv RMA shelter, where minors are illegally held in isolation. The institution also operates without a medical license and violates the terms of children's stay.

Society • October 31, 06:16 PM • 22085 views
Mass mushroom poisoning in Ternopil region: 8 children among the victims

In the Ternopil region, 8 children and one adult were poisoned by wild mushrooms. The victims were hospitalized in serious condition in various medical facilities, including Okhmatdyt and Lviv hospitals.

Society • October 30, 05:54 PM • 20359 views
Occupants carried out 104 attacks at the front: where is the hottest spot and what is happening

Russian troops conducted 104 attacks in various frontline areas, most of them in the Kupyansk and Kurakhove sectors. The enemy is actively using aviation and suffering significant losses in manpower.

War in Ukraine • October 29, 02:42 PM • 18381 views
A tragic mushroom hike: lost in the woods in Prykarpattia

In Kalush district, rescuers found a lost woman and discovered the body of a man in the forest. The SES provided important tips for mushroom pickers on how to stay safely in the forest.

Society • October 29, 01:09 PM • 13335 views
“Mother's European Integration": Deputy Head of the ARMA travels to the regions instead of strengthening international cooperation

Grigol Katamadze, appointed Deputy Head of the ARMA for European Integration, inspects assets in the regions instead of international cooperation. Experts question the effectiveness of this use of administrative resources.

Politics • October 29, 08:54 AM • 138501 views
Due to systematic neglect of vaccinations: Lviv region faces outbreaks of infectious diseases

In Lviv Oblast, only 61. 8% of children under 1 year of age have been vaccinated against pertussis, diphtheria, and tetanus. In 10 communities, the vaccination rate is critically low, ranging from 18.6% to 55.2%.

Society • October 28, 05:22 PM • 17226 views
Recruitment centers have already received almost 23 thousand applications - Ministry of Defense

A total of 22,763 Ukrainians applied to recruitment centers, 81% of whom were men. About 5,600 candidates are currently undergoing the preparatory stage before joining the Defense Forces.

Society • October 28, 03:02 PM • 33333 views
Taxis allowed to operate during curfew in Lviv

Bolt and Uklon taxi drivers will be able to legally operate in Lviv during the curfew. The decision was made due to the large number of night trains and the need to transport passengers to their destinations.

Society • October 28, 01:22 PM • 13124 views
BBC Book of the Year 2024: who made it to the long lists

BBC Ukraine has published the long lists of the Book of the Year 2024 awards in three nominations. The lists include 40 titles selected by the jury from among 154 books, and the winners will receive £1000 each.

Culture • October 28, 12:17 PM • 112526 views