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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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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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Sep 24, 2024 16:47
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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

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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

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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

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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

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

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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

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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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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
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Jun 27, 2024 12:45
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Urmas Klaas: Arts can and must give people the ability and courage to dream of a future

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

Jun 9, 2023 15:40
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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
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Tampere was founded as a market place on the banks of the Tammerkoski channel in 1775 by Gustav III of Sweden and four years later, on 1 October 1779, Tampere was granted full city rights. At this time, it was a rather small town, consisting of only a few square kilometres of land around the rapids.

Tampere grew as a major market town and industrial centre in the 19th century.

Tampere was the centre of many important political events of Finland in the early 20th century. On 1 November 1905, during the general strike, the famous Red Declaration was proclaimed on Keskustori. In 1918, after Finland had gained independence, Tampere played a major role, being one of the strategically important sites during the Civil War in Finland (28 January – 15 May 1918). Tampere was a red stronghold during the war, with Hugo Salmela  in command. White forces captured the town after the Battle of Tampere, seizing about 10,000 Red prisoners on 6 April 1918.

Prevalent in Tampere's post-World War II municipal politics was the Brothers-in-Arms Axis.

After World War II, Tampere was enlarged by joining some neighbouring areas. Messukyla was incorporated in 1947, Lielahti in 1950, Aitolahti in 1966 and finally Teisko in 1972. Tampere was known for its textile and metal industries, but these have been largely replaced by information technology and telecommunications during the 1990s.

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Finland / Tampere / Culture and Tourism / Politics and Reforms

Tampere will close its Lenin Museum this year

The building will then serve as the site for a new museum dedicated to Finnish-Russian relations

Apr 24, 2024 16:56
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Finland / Helsinki / Tampere / Welfare and Health

These are Finland’s most unsafe cities

One of them has shown a sharp increase in reported crimes in the past year

Nov 14, 2023 17:27
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Finland / Tampere / Digital transformation / Economy and Finance

AI map shows where Tampere has skill gaps to fill

Unlike ChatGPT, this tool can visualize the data with helpful graphics that show the way to develop education and employment opportunities

Aug 23, 2023 09:22
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Finland / Tampere / Innovation and Research / Public Spaces

Tampere asks kids for feedback on innovative crosswalk system

The pilot project tests the viability of shining the spotlight on pedestrians as a way to improve road safety

Jan 20, 2023 16:11
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Finland / Tampere / Politics and Reforms

Tampere celebrates Sanna Marin’s mayoral term with an artsy portrait

Commemorating chairmen of the local city council with paintings is an honoured tradition, but the millennial PM offered a twist

Nov 23, 2022 13:09
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Finland / Tampere / Digital transformation / Mobility

Tampere ready to launch first ‘robobuses’ later this year

This will make it the first city in Finland, and possibly Europe, to feature self-driving vehicles in its public transport system

Sep 26, 2022 13:33
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Finland / Helsinki / Pirkkala / Tampere / Politics and Reforms

Finnish cities join forces to support Ukraine

Together, they will assist the country with around EUR 1.5 million

Mar 01, 2022 11:36
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Finland / Helsinki / Tampere / Turku / Energy efficiency

Real estate developer to slash energy consumption and CO2 emissions of Finnish buildings

It has secured a loan worth EUR 80 million from the European Investment Bank

Nov 26, 2021 14:59
Svilena Iotkovska
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Finland / Tampere / Mobility

Tampere to conduct autonomous mobility experiment in 2022

Two self-driving minivans will transport passengers in the Hervanta area for free

Oct 19, 2021 11:39
Svilena Iotkovska
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Finland / Espoo / Helsinki / Pirkkala / Tampere / Vantaa / Welfare and Health

Which are Finland’s most vibrant cities?

Ramboll conducted a study based on the 15-minute cities concept and its LIVCY index

Oct 04, 2021 17:01
Svilena Iotkovska
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Finland / Tampere / Welfare and Health

Volunteers will provide Tampere’s children with emotional support

The City of Tampere is seeking “support people” to help children ages 7-17

Aug 17, 2021 11:24
Svilena Iotkovska
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Finland / Tampere / Mobility

Tampere’s new sustainable tram begins operating today

It is claimed to be the largest tram made in the Nordic countries

Aug 09, 2021 11:35
Svilena Iotkovska
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Finland / Helsinki / Tampere / Digital transformation / Mobility

Helsinki and Tampere test contactless payment on public transport

The Finnish cities will facilitate and modernise travel

May 05, 2021 16:38
Svilena Iotkovska
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Tampere / Energy efficiency / Public Spaces

The Tampere City Tree Policy shines the spotlight on all aspects of local greenery

Consisting of several sub-policies, it is meant to transform Tampere into a greener and healthier version of itself

Jan 03, 2021 13:18
Anton Stoyanov
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Espoo / Helsinki / Tampere / Turku / Vantaa / Energy efficiency

Multicity project offers environmental solutions to Finland’s urban areas

A landmark initiative involving 6 cities has allowed them to find new ways to further combat climate change on their premises

Dec 27, 2020 15:09
Anton Stoyanov
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Espoo / Helsinki / Tampere / Turku / Vantaa / Mobility

Finnish cities band together for massive railway projects

The plans for these projects were approved by the Finnish government earlier this year but work is now set to finally begin

Dec 09, 2020 11:48
Anton Stoyanov
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Tampere / Culture and Tourism / Development

Tampere’s Kekkosentie bridge boasts new artwork

What makes the new installation truly unique is the fact that the artist created it entirely at a distance due to the coronavirus pandemic

Jul 16, 2020 13:57
Anton Stoyanov
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Espoo / Helsinki / Tampere / Welfare and Health

Finnish cities keep up free school lunch practice despite lockdown

Authorities want to assist families who might be struggling to feed their children while schools are closed

Apr 15, 2020 07:40
Anton Stoyanov
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Helsinki / Tampere / Mobility

Highspeed railway connections between cities in the works in Finland

Two lines are currently under consideration, connecting Helsinki to Tampere and to Turku

Feb 21, 2020 15:37
Anton Stoyanov
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Tampere / Culture and Tourism

Tampere – the sauna capital of the world

Nowhere else in the world will you find as many public saunas as in the Finnish city

Feb 07, 2020 15:02
Anton Stoyanov
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Tampere / Innovation and Research

Tampere’s city app now boasts wide range of new options

It can now measure your carbon footprint and can help you reduce your environmental impact

Jan 11, 2020 12:57
Anton Stoyanov
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Helsinki / Tampere / Mobility

Finland has improved the railway services between Helsinki, Tampere, Vaasa and Oulu

There will be additional train services in the Pirkanmaa and Kymenlaakso regions, with significant increases in frequency of trains between the cities Tampere and Nokia

Dec 24, 2019 12:39
Monika Dimitrova
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Tampere / Education and Sport

Tampere to open first skateboarding high school in Finland

It will offer programmes in sports and communications

Sep 26, 2019 07:18
Monika Dimitrova
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Tampere / Education and Sport

Tampere will host the football Homeless World Cup 2020

Every country can apply to send a men's/mixed and a women's team

Aug 08, 2019 10:05
Monika Dimitrova
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Tampere / Education and Sport

Tampere will host the ice hockey World Championship 2022

The sports event will be split with Helsinki

Aug 01, 2019 08:19
Monika Dimitrova
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Tampere / Mobility

Good news: Tampere postpones the plans to hike up parking fees

The city was supposed to introduce the measures at the beginning of May

May 02, 2019 13:10
Monika Dimitrova
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Tampere / Mobility

Tampere chose the state rail provider to operate its upcoming tram service

The deal will cost 7 million euros per year

Apr 25, 2019 09:51
Monika Dimitrova
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Espoo / Helsinki / Tampere / Vantaa / Development

Six Finnish Smart Cities work together

They are building a model for sustainable urban development

Apr 05, 2019 12:17
Monika Dimitrova
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Tampere / Development

Tampere is creating innovative, digital and sustainable smart city solutions

In cooperation with companies, research institutions, municipalities and residents

Mar 28, 2019 10:45
Monika Dimitrova
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Tampere with bronze medal in congress tourism

This has a big impact on the economy of the Finnish city

Mar 06, 2019 16:10
Monika Dimitrova

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