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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

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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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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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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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Brussels tries out a novel rooftop wind turbine suitable for cities

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Sep 27, 2024 12:52
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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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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

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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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Mannheim debuts longest tram in the world

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Sep 27, 2024 17:03

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

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Sep 30, 2024 17:57
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Marseille is home to this year's coolest neighbourhood in the world

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Sep 26, 2024 17:37

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

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Sep 30, 2024 17:57
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Archeological evidence has been found to support specialists’ claims that the territory of Zagreb has been inhabited since the Stone Age. Later, people from all over Europe, even Asia, arrived in the region. Some of the first were the Celts who settled there to work the land, and then the Romans who deployed military bases in the region. The town’s proper history starts from the Middle Ages, from the two hills of Gradets and Kaptol, and the name Zagreb was given in 1094. In 1242 Zagreb became a free royal town. To mark this occasion, every year for the last hundred years, a cannonball is shot to remind local residents and tourists of the past times. In the Middle Ages every night a bell sounded to warn people that they had to go back to the fortress so that they don’t end up locked outside until the next day. Zagreb was declared the capital of Croatia in 1845.

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Croatia / Zagreb / Welfare and Health

Zagreb makes public pools and museums free till the end of the week because of heatwave

Even though the forecast predicts lowering temperatures over the weekend

Jul 19, 2024 09:47
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Croatia / Zagreb / Development / Innovation and Research

This new Zagreb cycling path is green in more ways than one

The new lane features the first eco-asphalt cover in the Balkan country

Oct 19, 2023 18:03
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Croatia / Zagreb / Development / Energy efficiency

Zagreb will greenify 50 public buildings in one fell swoop

A new project calls for photovoltaics, charging stations and energy-efficiency renovations

Jun 06, 2023 10:48
Denis Balgaranov
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Croatia / Zagreb / Green City

The Uneven Burden of Climate Change in Cities

How justice can be implemented in climate adaptation measures

Mar 22, 2023 10:30
Anna Westervelt
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Belgium / Croatia / Finland / Italy / Poland / Antwerp / Vantaa / Warsaw / Zagreb / Development / Social City

Antwerp, Pesaro, Vantaa, Warsaw and Zagreb pledge to create inclusive cities for refugees and migrants

The Integrating Cities Charter now has 46 signatories

Nov 17, 2022 13:17
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Croatia / Dubrovnik / Zagreb / Digital transformation / Interviews

Tanja Polegubic: The rise of digital nomads will reshape cities in 3 ways

An interview with the founder of Saltwater Nomads

Mar 23, 2022 11:13
Svilena Iotkovska
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Croatia / Zagreb / Cities in Pictures

Gallery: Light displays bring colour and joy to Zagreb

The first night of the 2022 Festival of Lights took place on 16 March

Mar 17, 2022 11:26
Svilena Iotkovska
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Croatia / Zagreb / Politics and Reforms

Croatian authorities find traces of explosives at drone crash site in Zagreb

It is still unclear whether the incident was intentional or accidental

Mar 14, 2022 12:01
Svilena Iotkovska
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Croatia / Zagreb / Education and Sport

Free education, meals, and counselling for Ukrainian veterinary students in Zagreb

The Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Zagreb will help refugees complete their studies

Mar 10, 2022 15:31
Svilena Iotkovska
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Croatia / Zagreb / Culture and Tourism / Public Spaces

Festival of Lights returns to Zagreb this month

The Croatian city will become a canvas where light artists can display their work from 16 March to 20 March

Mar 09, 2022 11:49
Svilena Iotkovska
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Croatia / Zagreb / Culture and Tourism / Development

Zagreb’s Sljeme Cable Car begins operating

Mayor Tomislav Tomašević attended the opening ceremony on Wednesday

Feb 24, 2022 12:54
Svilena Iotkovska
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Croatia / Zagreb / Culture and Tourism / Welfare and Health

Zagreb presents tourist map for wheelchair users

Blue Line will allow people with disabilities to explore the Croatian capital more easily

Feb 16, 2022 16:32
Svilena Iotkovska
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Croatia / Zagreb / Digital transformation / Welfare and Health

Zagreb launches Croatia’s first mental health portal

It will help citizens access the information and support they need

Feb 02, 2022 11:43
Svilena Iotkovska
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Croatia / Zagreb / Welfare and Health

Zagreb wants to prevent loneliness during the holiday season

It is urging people to call or visit elderly people this Christmas

Dec 10, 2021 12:46
Svilena Iotkovska
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Croatia / Zagreb / Digital transformation / Mobility

Zagreb wants to be the world’s first city to have a driverless taxi service

Rimac Automobili has received a grant worth EUR 200 million as part of the country’s recovery and resilience plan

Dec 07, 2021 12:14
Svilena Iotkovska
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Croatia / Zagreb / Development / Welfare and Health

Zagreb unveils first facility dedicated to the care of wildlife

The development of the shelter will cost over EUR 3 million

Nov 09, 2021 17:05
Svilena Iotkovska
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Croatia / Zagreb / Welfare and Health

Zagreb searches households to find dogs without microchips

Owners can face hefty fines and other legal consequences for not microchipping their pets

Oct 18, 2021 11:33
Svilena Iotkovska
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Croatia / Zagreb / Culture and Tourism / Digital transformation / Education and Sport

Zagreb launches new website dedicated to sports

The Zagreb Tourist Board seeks to position the Croatian city as a sports tourism destination

Sep 16, 2021 16:03
Svilena Iotkovska
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Croatia / Zagreb / Education and Sport

Zagreb trains teachers to recognise gender-based stereotypes

This is part of the KINDLE EQUALITY project which seeks to encourage girls to pursue STEM subjects

Sep 01, 2021 14:37
Svilena Iotkovska
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Croatia / Zagreb / Culture and Tourism

Zagreb offers citizens and domestic tourists free tours of the capital

Three distinct tours will be held: Insta Zagreb, Europe around Zagreb, and Graffiti & Street Art

May 31, 2021 16:38
Svilena Iotkovska
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Croatia / Zagreb / Culture and Tourism / Digital transformation

Croatia unveils two new opportunities for Digital Nomads

Remote workers can apply for a chance to win a one-month free stay in Zagreb

May 12, 2021 11:58
Svilena Iotkovska
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Croatia / Zagreb / Culture and Tourism / Digital transformation

Zagreb develops an application to promote a healthier lifestyle

Moje Sljeme allows users to explore hiking trails in Medvednica mountain

Apr 15, 2021 17:49
Svilena Iotkovska
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Austria / Croatia / Greece / Spain / Zagreb / Culture and Tourism

7 Most Endangered Heritage Sites in Europe: The 2021 list announced

This initiative by Europa Nostra will become annual from now on

Apr 08, 2021 13:49
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Croatia / Zagreb / Culture and Tourism

“Zagreb likes Green” exhibition is on display at Franjo Tuđman Airport

Until 31 October, the baggage claim area will display 26 photographs of the city’s greenery as well as a model from “Little Zagreb”

Mar 30, 2021 13:53
Svilena Iotkovska
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Croatia / Zagreb / Energy efficiency / Green City

Zagreb is planning the use of hydrogen for public transport

In collaboration with INA and ZET, the Croatian capital is working on the introduction of clean and sustainable methods of transportation

Mar 05, 2021 11:43
Svilena Iotkovska
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Gabrovo / Gdansk / Helsingborg / Krakow / Pleven / Rzeszow / Sofia / Tallinn / Warsaw / Zagreb

30 cities will compete for the European Green Capital and Green Leaf awards

The winners to the prestigious distinction will receive one million euros for environmental initiatives

Feb 18, 2021 16:36
Aseniya Dimitrova
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Croatia / Zagreb / Economy and Finance

Zagreb announces support for the preservation of traditional arts and handicrafts in the city

The Croatian capital would not exist without its traditional crafts, according to the city’s mayor

Jan 22, 2021 16:29
Anton Stoyanov
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Belgium / Estonia / France / Romania / Slovakia / Sweden / Bratislava / Cluj-Napoca / Helsingborg / Iasi / Leuven / Paris / Tallinn / Warsaw / Zagreb / Digital transformation / Innovation and Research

Tackling the corona crisis locally: lessons from EU cities

A selection of the best solutions showing that EU cities can solve big issues with restricted resources

Dec 22, 2020 13:38
Aseniya Dimitrova
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Zagreb / Culture and Tourism

Zagreb presents plan for the future of Kino Europa

Kino Europa is one of Zagreb’s most famous cultural landmarks and the local government wants to promote it even further

Dec 16, 2020 15:27
Anton Stoyanov
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Zagreb / Welfare and Health

Zagreb gets ready to launch massive COVID-19 testing campaign

Amid a surge in cases, local authorities want to escalate their response to the disease

Nov 21, 2020 14:13
Anton Stoyanov

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