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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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346 Ukrainian women received free infertility treatment, 130 became pregnant - NHSU

Since the beginning of the year, 346 women in Ukraine have received free IVF treatment. 130 of them have successfully become pregnant. The NHSU paid over UAH 8.7 million for these services to 18 medical institutions in 8 regions.

Society • August 9, 02:10 PM • 27288 views
Two new industrial parks have appeared in Ukraine

The Cabinet of Ministers has added the parks Mari Zhyzhany and Dobrosyn Invest Park to the Register of Industrial Parks. This will create about 1,250 new jobs in Zhytomyr and Lviv regions and attract investments worth almost UAH 3.6 billion.

Economy • August 9, 12:53 PM • 34026 views
Government approves appointment of heads of Ivano-Frankivsk and Lviv RSAs

The Government has approved the appointment of Roman Bodnar and Pavlo Hrabskyi as heads of regional state administrations in Ivano-Frankivsk and Lviv regions. It also appointed Yuriy Sheik as First Deputy Minister of Energy and Denys Denyshchenko as Deputy Head of Luhansk RSA.

Society • August 9, 11:50 AM • 56910 views
Another recruitment center of the Ukrainian army opened in Lviv

A new recruitment center for the Ukrainian army with more than 10,000 vacancies has opened in Lviv. The center offers counseling and recruitment opportunities for various specialties, including drivers, medics, and riflemen.

Society • August 8, 05:45 PM • 84946 views
A civic activist's car was burned in Kyiv at night: suspects have been detained

In Kyiv, the car of a civic activist was burned down on Vidradny Avenue. Police promptly detained two suspects who face up to 10 years in prison for intentional destruction of property by arson.

Kyiv • August 8, 01:16 PM • 30795 views
Kyiv will become a little warmer: weather forecast for August 8

On August 8, Kyiv is expected to have comfortable weather without precipitation, up to +26°. Across Ukraine, the temperature will range from +25° to +32°, with partly cloudy skies and light rains possible in most regions.

Kyiv • August 8, 04:15 AM • 71123 views
One of the cars overturned as a result of the impact: a father and his 3-year-old daughter were injured in a road accident in Kharkiv region

An accident occurred at an intersection in Lozova, one car overturned. A 35-year-old man and his 3-year-old daughter were hospitalized with moderate injuries. Police opened a criminal investigation.

Crimes and emergencies • August 7, 01:52 PM • 15245 views
Van and car collide in Lviv region: four injured

A car accident involving a Ford Transit Connect and a Renault Megane occurred in the Lviv region. As a result of the collision, four Renault passengers were injured and taken to the hospital. The police are establishing the circumstances of the incident.

Crimes and emergencies • August 7, 10:59 AM • 15628 views
Ukrainians warned about possible queues at the border with Poland against the background of the tourist season: what is known

On the border with Poland, an increase in passenger traffic is recorded by 40% due to the tourist season. The largest queues are observed at the checkpoints "Krakovets", "Shegini" and "Rava-Russkaya". At the same time, it is reported that passenger cars are temporarily not allowed to pass through the Yagodin checkpoint.

Society • August 5, 03:08 PM • 16360 views
Farion's murder: lawyer forbids suspect to comment on case

The lawyer of Vyacheslav Zinchenko, suspected of murdering Irina Farion, forbade him to comment on the case. The court remanded Zinchenko in custody, rejecting the defense's request for house arrest.

Crimes and emergencies • August 5, 02:18 PM • 18084 views
Murder of Irina Farion: the court left the suspect in custody

The Lviv Court of Appeal rejected the defense's request for house arrest for Vyacheslav Zinchenko, suspected of murdering Irina Farion. The suspect will remain in custody until September 22 without the possibility of bail.

Crimes and emergencies • August 5, 01:19 PM • 108557 views
Murder of Irina Farion: the court began considering a complaint about changing the measure of restraint for the suspect

The Lviv Court of Appeal has started considering a complaint about changing the measure of restraint for Vyacheslav Zinchenko. The defense asks to appoint house arrest instead of detention for the suspect in the murder of Professor Irina Farion.

Society • August 5, 12:39 PM • 16513 views
This year the mortality rate in Ukraine is three times higher than the birth rate - Opendatabot

In the first half of 2024, 87,655 children were born in Ukraine, which is 9% less than last year. For every newborn, there are three deaths, indicating a deep demographic crisis.

Society • August 5, 10:37 AM • 16353 views
Ukrzaliznytsia told which trains are delayed due to damage to the railway infrastructure in Poltava region

7 trains are delayed in Poltava region due to nighttime shelling of railroad infrastructure. Ukrzaliznytsia repaired damaged sections and organized meals for passengers in Kyiv.

Society • August 4, 10:24 AM • 43058 views
15 people were wounded as a result of hostile shelling in Kherson region, including a child

During the day, the occupiers shelled numerous settlements in Kherson region. Critical infrastructure, residential buildings and transport were damaged, and 15 people were injured, including one child.

Society • August 4, 05:27 AM • 35485 views
More than 87 thousand children were born in Ukraine in six months and more than 72 thousand marriages were performed: Kyiv is in the lead

In the first half of 2024, 87,655 newborns and 72,766 marriages were registered in Ukraine. Most births and marriages took place in Kyiv, followed by Lviv, Dnipro and Odesa regions.

Society • August 3, 11:35 AM • 57029 views
No power outages are planned, 500 settlements are without electricity - Ministry of Energy

There will be no scheduled power outages today. Due to the bad weather, 42 settlements in Lviv Oblast are without power, and power companies have restored power to 8,175 consumers affected by the fighting.

Society • August 3, 07:59 AM • 103736 views
87 thousand babies were born in Ukraine in the first half of 2024 - Ministry of Justice

In the first half of 2024, 87,655 babies were born in Ukraine. Most births were recorded in Kyiv, Lviv, and Dnipro regions, and 72,766 couples got married.

Society • August 2, 06:01 PM • 32419 views
Street to be named after Iryna Farion: Ivano-Frankivsk City Council approves renaming

The Ivano-Frankivsk City Council decided to rename Hvardiyska Street in honor of Iryna Farion. It also plans to hold book fairs and encourage communication in Ukrainian when providing services.

Society • August 2, 01:07 PM • 23559 views
Farion's murder: a house that could have been used by the suspect was found in the forest on the outskirts of Lviv

Law enforcement officers found a house that could have been used by the suspect in the murder of Irina Farion. A number of items that may contain evidence of the crime were seized from the premises.

Crimes and emergencies • August 2, 09:28 AM • 16383 views
Kherson region: Russian troops hit residential areas, damaged service station, 3 wounded

Russian troops shelled 20 settlements in Kherson region. Residential areas, infrastructure and cars were damaged. Three people were wounded as a result of the aggression.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 05:28 AM • 29675 views
Head of Ternopil Regional Council, reinstated by court, fired again

Mykhailo Holovko, who was reinstated as head of the Ternopil Regional Council today, was again dismissed by secret ballot. All 40 deputies present voted in favor of the decision, although 33 votes were required.

Politics • August 1, 03:42 PM • 24424 views
Reconstruction of Okhmatdyt: a little-known, overpriced company chosen as the contractor to rebuild the hospital for UAH 307 million

Bud-Technology LLC won the tender to repair the damaged building of Okhmatdyt for UAH 307 million. The choice was questionable, as there were much cheaper offers from other participants.

Society • August 1, 02:41 PM • 17018 views
At the UNBROKEN Center, a defender from Truskavets received prosthetic knees with electronic devices

Ivan Golyk, a 41-year-old veteran who lost both legs as a result of an injury, received modern prostheses at the UNBROKEN Center. The prostheses have electronic knee joints that allow for maximum reproduction of natural movements.

Society • August 1, 02:09 PM • 15269 views
Court reinstates Mykhailo Holovko as head of Ternopil regional council

The Lviv Administrative Court upheld a lawsuit to reinstate Mykhailo Holovko as head of the Ternopil Regional Council. The court also ordered him to pay UAH 591 thousand for the period of his forced absenteeism.

Society • August 1, 12:50 PM • 28666 views
Kyiv-Premysl train will run according to a new schedule from August 10

UZ is adjusting the departure time of two Intercity+ Kyiv-Premierzl trains to reduce the risk of delays at the border. The additional time will be used to extend the stop in Lviv for border control.

Society • August 1, 12:19 PM • 14140 views
How to provide an apartment building with autonomous power supply during power outages: which system to choose, what to look for

The article considers autonomous power supply systems for apartment buildings: generators, batteries, and solar stations. The choice depends on the needs of the building and the financial capabilities of the residents.

Society • August 1, 08:19 AM • 142292 views
Two “Shaheds” destroyed in Kherson region at night, one killed and 10 wounded in 24 hours

The enemy attacked 20 settlements in the Kherson region, damaging residential and civilian objects. As a result of the shelling, 1 person was killed and 10 were wounded. Ukrainian air defense shot down 2 Shahed drones.

War in Ukraine • August 1, 05:29 AM • 35678 views
A man who threatened to blow up an apartment is detained in Lviv

A man who threatened to blow up an apartment on Chornovil Avenue was detained in Lviv. He was removed from the windowsill, and law enforcement officers are now working with him.

Crimes and emergencies • July 31, 06:17 PM • 26371 views
Demands transfer of 100 thousand hryvnias: 20-year-old man threatens to blow up apartment in Lviv

A 20-year-old man in Lviv threatens to blow up his apartment if he does not receive 100 thousand hryvnias. He turned on the gas in the kitchen and threatens to set fire to the apartment and jump from the 5th floor if the police try to enter.

Crimes and emergencies • July 31, 03:58 PM • 20743 views