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Greece / Thessaloniki / Development / Mobility

Thessaloniki gets ready for its metro launch in November

The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays

Sep 30, 2024 13:49
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Spain / Barcelona / Culture and Tourism / Development

These elements will crown the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona for the highest viewpoint in the city

The cross pinnacle on the Tower of Jesus Christ will be ready to receive visitors in 2026 on the centennial of Gaudi’s death

Sep 20, 2024 17:36

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Shops in this Bordeaux suburb accept cryptocurrency as payment

Now you can get your wine in Talence by paying directly in Bitcoin

Sep 24, 2024 16:47
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Germany / Economy and Finance / Mobility

Next year, Germany's Deutschlandticket will cost 58 euros

That’s because the state has to spend money on updating the railway infrastructure rather than subsidizing the cost of the popular pass

Sep 24, 2024 13:27

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Germany / Politics and Reforms

Voters in a Bavarian town elected a mayor whose name wasn’t on the ballot

Steffen Romstöck said that he would respect the residents’ choice and would take over the helm of the municipality, even if he didn’t run

Sep 18, 2024 13:50
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Greece / Athens / Culture and Tourism / Politics and Reforms

Athens to ban new short-term lets

The measure, which will come into force from 1 January 2025, will be partial and temporary…for now

Sep 17, 2024 16:22

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Belgium / Brussels / Energy efficiency / Innovation and Research

Brussels tries out a novel rooftop wind turbine suitable for cities

Rethinking renewable energy sources for the urban landscape

Sep 27, 2024 12:52
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Finland / Innovation and Research

AI-powered drones in Finland could patrol the skies in search of wildfires

But operating them is still illegal under the country’s legislation

Sep 20, 2024 16:33

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Digital transformation / Energy efficiency

New digital map showcases creative energy solutions across Europe

The examples, compiled by Beyond Fossil Fuels, can inform and inspire communities and entrepreneurs that still feel trepidation at the prospect of energy transition

Sep 26, 2024 14:09
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France / Digital transformation / Economy and Finance

Shops in this Bordeaux suburb accept cryptocurrency as payment

Now you can get your wine in Talence by paying directly in Bitcoin

Sep 24, 2024 16:47

Energy efficiency

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Belgium / Brussels / Energy efficiency / Innovation and Research

Brussels tries out a novel rooftop wind turbine suitable for cities

Rethinking renewable energy sources for the urban landscape

Sep 27, 2024 12:52
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Digital transformation / Energy efficiency

New digital map showcases creative energy solutions across Europe

The examples, compiled by Beyond Fossil Fuels, can inform and inspire communities and entrepreneurs that still feel trepidation at the prospect of energy transition

Sep 26, 2024 14:09

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Greece / Thessaloniki / Development / Mobility

Thessaloniki gets ready for its metro launch in November

The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays

Sep 30, 2024 13:49
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Germany / Mobility

Mannheim debuts longest tram in the world

Plus, it has a unique modular design that allows it to be shortened and lengthened like a train

Sep 27, 2024 17:03

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The Olympic Rings have left the Eiffel Tower, but they’ll be back

At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo

Sep 30, 2024 17:57
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France / Culture and Tourism / Public Spaces

Marseille is home to this year's coolest neighbourhood in the world

Despite its church-y name, the district has long been known as the hangout spot for the artsy crowds

Sep 26, 2024 17:37

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France / Paris / Culture and Tourism / Public Spaces

The Olympic Rings have left the Eiffel Tower, but they’ll be back

At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo

Sep 30, 2024 17:57
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Spain / Culture and Tourism

Oldest inn in Catalonia marked 500 years of non-stop business

Hostal de Pinós is located in the geographical centre of the autonomous region

Sep 30, 2024 16:57

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Budapest / Prague / Education and Sport / Social City

Here are Europe’s 5 best student cities

On the eve of the new academic year, the ranking considers several distinct but essential factors

Sep 19, 2024 17:47
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Education and Sport

Kicking for the Future: How Football Clubs are Creating Sustainable Urban Spaces

Sep 19, 2024 10:06

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Belgium / Mobility / Welfare and Health

Shhh!: Belgian railways introduce silent compartments on board

Following a successful trial phase, these quiet areas will now be available on all main routes in the country

Sep 24, 2024 18:04
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France / Education and Sport / Welfare and Health

Check out these sleeping pods at the University of Lille library

The academic institution shows a deeper understanding of the well-being of its students

Sep 12, 2024 16:24
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Poland / Interviews

Hanna Zdanowska: We are one of the leaders in eco-transition and Łódź is much greener than before

Jul 24, 2024 14:48
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Katrin Stjernfeldt Jammeh: True urban development must be inclusive and affordable, otherwise it’s not sustainable

Jun 27, 2024 12:45
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Carlos Moedas: Our ambition is to become a city where entrepreneurs can come to scale their businesses

Jun 20, 2024 13:25
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Spain / Interviews / Mayor of Europe

María José Catalá: the Green Capital mindset is transversal to all action levels and will continue in the years to come

Jun 5, 2024 15:41
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Estonia / Tartu / Interviews

Urmas Klaas: Arts can and must give people the ability and courage to dream of a future

Mar 6, 2024 12:18
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Wolfgang Teubner: Тhe path towards the end of fossil fuels is irreversible

Dec 21, 2023 11:03
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Interviews / Read Twice

Ibrahim Kraria: While AI can play a role in combating hate speech, it can also amplify its spread

Aug 16, 2023 17:08
Mihaela Roxana GODINAC
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Interviews

Bertrand Piccard: If something looks impossible, that’s why we try do to it!

Jun 9, 2023 15:40
Denis Balgaranov
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Interviews / Read Twice

Maja Sever: Journalism is a pillar of democracy

Apr 10, 2023 13:46
Magdalena Magdić
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Kaisa Karjalainen: “It’s better to be an imperfect zero waster for the rest of our lives than a perfect one for two weeks”

Mar 14, 2023 12:56
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov

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The history of the Austrian capital dates back to the time of the Roman Empire when it deployed its military base within what is today the city proper. That's when Vienna started its economic development, becoming an important centre of commerce around the 11th century. It eventually became the capital of the Babenberg Dynasty, and later of the Austrian Habsburgs, during whose reign it became one of Europe's major cultural centers. In the 19th century the city became the capital of the Austrian Empire and later of Austria-Hungary. For a short while it was also one of the largest cities in Austria. After the end of the First World War and the dissolution of Austria-Hungary, Vienna was declared the capital of the Republic of Austria.

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Austria / Vienna / Green City / Politics and Reforms

Vienna binds its 2040 climate neutrality goal to a law

It’s the first local authority in Austria to take this bold step

Sep 11, 2024 18:06
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Austria / Vienna / Green City / Innovation and Research

Are these cool(ed) Viennese benches the street furniture of the future?

The city’s district cooling network gets creative and shows that every part of the process can be utilized

Aug 13, 2024 12:49
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Austria / Vienna / Green City / Public Spaces

Wild hamsters are endangered in Europe, but they thrive in Vienna

The Austrian capital has shown that it’s perfectly possible for a large metropolis to also serve as a wildlife habitat

Jul 16, 2024 15:43
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Austria / Vienna / Social City / Welfare and Health

Third time in a row: Vienna is the most livable city in the world

The top three of the EIU ranking is composed exclusively of European cities

Jul 04, 2024 12:18
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Austria / Vienna / Culture and Tourism / Social City

The Viennese sausage wants to be part of Austria’s intangible cultural heritage

The sausage stands, according to the city’s mayor, are closely linked to the local identity

Jun 18, 2024 15:49
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Austria / Germany / Berlin / Vienna / Green City

Berlin and Vienna's most common wild animals might surprise you

Exploring the unique “wildlife footprints” of European urban areas

May 14, 2024 15:05
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Austria / Vienna / Development / Green City

Vienna has its first green hydrogen plant

The facility will be able to power 60 buses daily

Apr 10, 2024 10:36
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Austria / Vienna / Social City / Welfare and Health

The Vienna Dog Team: a good example for all of Austria

The country’s capital has been a pioneer in crafting policy and initiatives to improve coexistence between people and pets

Mar 27, 2024 17:17
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Austria / Vienna / Development

Vienna grows in population but barely in surface

The city has proven itself as an effective model to follow when it comes to land consumption or rather the lack of it

Mar 05, 2024 12:52
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Austria / Vienna / Mobility / Social City

City of Vienna workers to enjoy free public transport from May

The Austrian capital’s municipality is one of the largest employers in the country

Feb 23, 2024 13:33
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Austria / Vienna / Culture and Tourism / Digital transformation

You can now own a piece of Gustav Klimt’s ‘The Kiss’ as an NFT

This is a debut by the Belvedere Museum of Vienna into the trendy world of digital collectibles

Jan 17, 2024 16:44
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Austria / Vienna / Culture and Tourism

What to expect from the Vienna Philharmonic 2024 New Year’s Concert?

Christian Thielemann returns for a second stint at the prestigious conductor’s podium

Dec 29, 2023 17:16
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Austria / Vienna / Social City / Welfare and Health

11 times in a row: Vienna tops Quality of Living ranking

The Austrian capital has become the benchmark for urban life against which others should measure up

Dec 13, 2023 13:18
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Austria / Vienna / Green City / Public Spaces

See how Vienna plans to cool its largest urban heat island – Naschmarkt

This is where the city’s iconic flea market takes place every Saturday

Nov 13, 2023 09:09
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Austria / Vienna / Development / Growing City

Vienna breaches through 2-million-inhabitants threshold

This made the Austrian capital the fifth-largest city in the European Union

Oct 09, 2023 17:53
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Austria / Vienna / Green City / Social City

Vienna is EU’s best organic city

The Austrian capital is the only major city to farm its own organic products

Sep 25, 2023 13:49
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Austria / Vienna / Energy efficiency / Public Spaces

Vienna equips City Hall with solar roof panels

The Austrian capital sets a shining example without compromising historical integrity

Sep 12, 2023 16:27
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Austria / Vienna / Education and Sport / Social City

Vienna gives kids the reins of local government

During one working week, the youngsters can get to experience what adult life is like

Aug 17, 2023 15:49
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Austria / Denmark / Copenhagen / Vienna / Development

The two most livable cities in the world are both in the EU

They are recurring trendsetters in high standards of living, according to the Economist Intelligence Unit index

Jun 23, 2023 17:35
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Austria / Vienna / Development / Energy efficiency

Vienna starts drilling for geothermal heat in residential districts

The pilot project is part of the city’s plans to exit natural gas dependency as soon as possible

May 19, 2023 16:25
Denis Balgaranov
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Austria / Vienna / Culture and Tourism / Green City

Vienna film festival will be powered by raw bicycle power

The event is organised by Vienna University and is aimed at getting young people interested in science

May 16, 2023 17:15
Denis Balgaranov
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Austria / Vienna / Digital transformation / Green City

Vienna deploys ‘Sponge Stones’ to help young trees through the dry summer

They will disperse rainwater over longer periods of time

May 16, 2023 10:53
Denis Balgaranov
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Austria / Vienna / Mobility / Politics and Reforms

Pedal power prevails: Vienna bikes can turn right at a red light

The city handpicked 170 locations for introducing the new regulation safely

May 05, 2023 12:34
Denis Balgaranov
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Austria / Vienna / Energy efficiency / Public Spaces

In Vienna, car parks are getting the ‘solar treatment’

The city has created a funding mechanism for flying roofs, but applicants will have to compete for limited resources

Apr 18, 2023 12:10
Denis Balgaranov
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Austria / Vienna / Mobility / Welfare and Health

Women can learn to cycle for free in Vienna

The initiative is open to all ladies, but it is especially aimed at those with an immigrant background

Apr 07, 2023 13:50
Denis Balgaranov
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Austria / Vienna / Development / Mobility

Vienna expands bike infrastructure – 20 km for 2023

The big highlights of the project are two cycling highways, one leading to Lower Austria in the south and another leading to Donaustadt

Mar 23, 2023 13:16
Denis Balgaranov
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Austria / Vienna / Mobility / Public Spaces

Vienna is cracking down on scooters

The city will set up 200 designated parking spaces and it will be impossible to end your ride if you don't park in one if these

Mar 14, 2023 14:38
Denis Balgaranov
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Austria / Vienna / Culture and Tourism / Public Spaces

In 2023, art will be a role model for the green transition in Vienna's Museum Quarter

The exhibitions will feature an artistic piece in the form of a 250 square metre green area in а public space

Jan 20, 2023 14:11
Denis Balgaranov
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Austria / Belgium / Italy / Brussels / Munich / Paris / Vienna / Development / Mobility

Night trains Vienna-Italy every day announced for summer 2023

The Austrian Nightjet will also offer a regular nightly train between Brussels and Vienna

Jan 06, 2023 17:31
Denis Balgaranov
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Austria / Vienna / Culture and Tourism

Vienna Philharmonic New Year Concert 2023 – broadcast to over 90 countries

The event will also feature a live audience, for the first time since the pandemic

Dec 30, 2022 12:11
Denis Balgaranov

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