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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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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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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

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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

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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

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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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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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
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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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On 2 June 1651 King Frederik III gave 20 Danish-Dutch peasants the rights to settle at Allégade, where they founded a town named "Ny Amager" (New Dutchman-town). Farming in the area was not particularly fruitful, and the peasants were unable to pay taxes.  In 1697 a large part of the town burned down, and the land was returned to the crown by Christian V, son of Frederik III.

In 1700-1703, King Frederik IV built a palace on the top of the hill known as Valby Bakke. He named the palace Frederichs Berg, and the rebuilt town at the foot of the hill consequently changed its name to Frederiksberg. Numerous local houses were bought by wealthy citizens of Copenhagen who did not farm the land, but rather used the properties as country houses. Then the town started to slowly transform from a farming community to a merchant town, with craftsmen and merchants. During the summer rooms were offered for rent, and restaurants served food to the people of Copenhagen who had left the cramped city in favour of the contryside - near the royals.

Initially the town developed slowly with its population growing from 1,000 in 1770, to 1,200 in 1800, and to 3,000 in 1850. In 1852, the Danish Parliament removed restrictions which prohibited permanent construction outside Copenhagen's city walls. In 1950 numerous residential areas were rapidly constructed. This contributed to the city's subsequent fast population growth - in 1900 the population was 80,000, and in 1950 Frederiksberg reached a population of 120,000.

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Denmark / Frederiksberg / Welfare and Health

Danish city wants to stop buying “turbo chickens” to end animal cruelty

The term refers to birds that are fed and fattened up so fast that their legs can’t keep up with the growth of their bodies

Feb 28, 2024 17:51
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Denmark / Frederiksberg / Mobility

Denmark records significant rise in charging stations at the end of 2021

28% of municipalities expanded their charging networks in the last quarter of the year

Feb 28, 2022 13:56
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Denmark / Frederiksberg / Development / Mobility

Frederiksberg is on track to achieve its sustainable mobility goals

Soon, 97% of its residents will live less than 250 metres away from a charging point

Feb 15, 2022 16:00
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Denmark / Frederiksberg / Green City / Mobility

Frederiksberg will hold an Electric Car Day in August

This is part of the municipality’s efforts to become Denmark’s Electric Car City No. 1

Jul 23, 2021 14:14
Svilena Iotkovska
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Denmark / Frederiksberg / Green City / Mobility / Public Spaces

Sustainability is at the heart of Frederiksberg’s new municipal plan

It will increase nature, promote green traffic, and encourage sustainability

Jun 30, 2021 10:48
Svilena Iotkovska
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Denmark / Frederiksberg / Green City

Frederiksberg adopts new strategy to reduce air pollution

“Clean Air 2030” will promote green mobility and purify the air in urban spaces

Jun 09, 2021 11:27
Svilena Iotkovska
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Denmark / Frederiksberg / Green City

Frederiksberg establishes a new climate alliance

16 municipalities in Denmark have joined forces to meet municipal and national climate goals

Jun 04, 2021 13:51
Svilena Iotkovska
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Denmark / Frederiksberg / Development / Energy efficiency

Frederiksberg’s climate plan receives approval from C40

The Danish city wants to become CO2 neutral by 2030

Apr 14, 2021 15:27
Svilena Iotkovska
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Frederiksberg / Welfare and Health

Danish municipalities begin restricting parks access

Jogging in Frederiksberg Have has been banned while other municipalities are also considering similar measures

Apr 04, 2020 08:18
Anton Stoyanov
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Frederiksberg / Interviews

Frederiksberg must be a frontrunner in preventing dramatic climate change

Interview with Simon Aggesen, Mayor of Frederiksberg in Denmark

Sep 27, 2019 09:22
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