The gala premiere of the film *I See You*, directed by Yulia Belyak, took place at the Oscar cinema in Kyiv. The State Film Agency reported on the event. The film’s main plot revolves around a Ukrainian soldier, Matviy, whose life changes following an unusual selfie. Through his phone, he meets the vibrant blogger Veronika. Initially, their communication takes place ...

A memorial service for Filaret has begun at St Vladimir’s Cathedral. Thousands of people have attended the service, according to Kyiv Online. The number of worshippers is likely to increase. Filaret has died – details of the patriarch’s death Honorary Patriarch Filaret died on 20 March. His earthly journey came to an end at the age of 98. As early ...

His Holiness Patriarch Filaret passed away at the age of 98. This was announced by Epiphanius, Head of the Orthodox Church of Ukraine (OCU). The Metropolitan called for prayers for the repose of Patriarch Filaret’s soul. “We will always remember Patriarch Filaret’s teachings on the importance of maintaining the unity of the Ukrainian Church around the See of Kyiv. We ...

There are currently some temporary restrictions on Intercity train services between Kyiv and Kharkiv. Intercity trains are temporarily not running on the section to Poltava, but connecting services with sleeping carriages to Kharkiv have been arranged for passengers. This was reported by the Ukrzaliznytsia press office. Recently, services between Kharkiv and Poltava have been operated using reserve diesel locomotives due ...

Ticket prices in Kyiv and the surrounding region have risen. The decision, which came into effect on 11 March, applies to commuter trains. This was reported by the public organisation ‘Passengers of Kyiv’. From 11 March 2026, a commission fee has been introduced in Kyiv and the surrounding region for the purchase of tickets for suburban trains, depending on the ...

Forecasters have issued a weather forecast for 15 March for the Kyiv region and Kyiv. Partly cloudy conditions with no precipitation are expected tomorrow, according to the Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Centre. South-easterly and easterly winds of 7–12 m/s are expected. Temperatures across the region will range from 3°C to -2°C at night and 8–13°C during the day, whilst in Kyiv they ...

The Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra National Reserve is reopening the Near Caves to visitors. This was announced by Tetyana Berezhna, Deputy Prime Minister for Humanitarian Policy and Minister of Culture of Ukraine. According to her, this is truly a landmark event. During a national telethon, she noted that opening access to the Near Caves is a historic decision that underscores the power ...

The Vydubychi Monastery is one of the oldest and most valuable cultural and spiritual monuments in Kyiv. Its history spans over a thousand years, and the complex itself is an important part of Ukraine’s cultural heritage. The monastery is located on the picturesque slopes of the Dnieper River and has preserved traces of several historical eras, which are reflected in ...

The year 2026, which is marked by the Fire Horse, promises a period of mixed events for people born in the Year of the Pig – both challenges and significant opportunities. The change in the energy cycle creates favourable conditions for the realisation of plans, but requires patience, attention to one’s own condition and a conscious approach to life. This ...

February is the final month of the calendar winter and retains its main features. This period is characterised by unstable weather, a combination of severe frosts with short-term warming, as well as noticeable differences in climatic conditions depending on the region of Ukraine. This was reported by the Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Centre. In most regions, February remains cold. Average monthly air ...