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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

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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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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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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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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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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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Berlin was mentioned for the first time in 1251, but recently discovered artifacts show that the city has been inhabited since the beginning of the 12th century. The central part of the city was once part of two historical towns on both banks of the River Spree. 1237 is accepted as the year in which the city was officially founded. In 1307, the city still consisted of the two smaller towns but they had already built strong economic ties, although their administrations were still divided. Berlin was almost devastated during the Thirty Years' War, but the new monarch, Frederick William, introduced policies of religious and ethnic tolerance that helped Berlin recover from the losses and the destructions that the war brought. In the early 19th century, during Industrial Revolution  the city began to expand rapidly and increase its population. In 1871, Berlin became the capital of the newly-founded German Empire. In the 20th century, the city was devastated during the World Wars, but managed to recover again and retain its status as a capital city.

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Germany / Berlin / Green City / Social City

Berlin launches ‘repair bonus’ for home appliances today

Faulty device owners can get back up to 200 euros in reimbursement

Sep 17, 2024 17:32
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Germany / Berlin / Culture and Tourism

Berlin promotes itself with a cheeky poster campaign...in Berlin

And in other German cities, too

Sep 13, 2024 11:43
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Germany / Berlin / Development / Digital transformation

Berlin aims for 100% fibre optic internet coverage in 2028

The same goes for 5G coverage but that complete rate will be achieved already in 2025

Sep 05, 2024 17:37
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Germany / Berlin / Green City

The Berlin Urban Nature Pact seeks to champion biodiversity at urban level

The German capital reps will head to COP16, in Cali (Colombia), with the aim of inviting other cities to join the cause

Sep 04, 2024 16:12
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Germany / Berlin / Development / Politics and Reforms

Berlin tackles housing crisis with a “faster construction” law

The piece of legislation aims to lessen the administrative burden on developers

Aug 23, 2024 14:51
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Germany / Berlin / Mobility / Social City

You won’t end up in jail anymore if you ride without ticket in Potsdam

Paying a fine now seems like a more acceptable option

Aug 06, 2024 12:05
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Germany / Berlin / Digital transformation / Green City

Berlin launches a street pollution forecast platform

You can see hour by hour what the air quality will be on your street for the next four days

Jul 31, 2024 12:15
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2024 Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony: Public screenings in EU cities

The Old Continent gets ready for the largest festival of sports

Jul 25, 2024 14:28
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Germany / Berlin / Digital transformation / Innovation and Research

Berlin boasts world's first AI brothel

It expands on the concept of doll brothel, which originated in Japan

Jun 11, 2024 13:19
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Germany / Berlin / Economy and Finance / Mobility

Berlin to introduce a fixed-price system for local taxis

This has, in fact, been requested by the cab drivers themselves so they can remain competitive in the face of ride-hailing apps

May 29, 2024 16:52
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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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Germany / Berlin / Mobility / Social City

29-euro ticket is coming back to Berlin

Experimenting with public transport provision in Germany is clearly in a state of creative fervour

Apr 26, 2024 12:15
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Germany / Berlin / Green City / Politics and Reforms

Berlin is suing Last Generation eco-activists for defacing Brandenburg Gate

The organization likes to get in hot water with its attacks on attacks of valuable heritage works

Feb 14, 2024 16:08
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Germany / Berlin / Green City

New climate activism fad: Deflating SUV tyres in Berlin

What’s confusing though is that even electric vehicles have been targeted

Feb 02, 2024 18:20
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Germany / Berlin / Digital transformation / Mobility

The Berlin U-Bahn will start using semi-automatic trains

However, it could take 25 years to automate at least two lines of the German capital’s underground

Jan 18, 2024 17:35
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Germany / Berlin / Economy and Finance / Energy efficiency

Berlin buys back its heating network from private sector

The city was the only bidder, and the authorities say they are doing this to ensure the pricing security of the heat supply

Dec 20, 2023 12:40
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Germany / Berlin / Culture and Tourism

Berlin invites people to Europe’s Biggest New Year’s Eve Party

A unique chance to welcome 2024 at one of Europe’s most iconic urban monuments

Dec 19, 2023 14:53
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Germany / Berlin / Mobility

Expect fewer bus services in Berlin due to shortage of drivers

The reduction in the frequency of these public transit routes will begin on 10 December

Nov 28, 2023 13:41
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Germany / Berlin / Mobility / Social City

Germany’s 49-euro ticket will grant access to some long-distance routes

Travellers between Berlin and Brandenburg should look into this as it may benefit them in their particular situations

Nov 24, 2023 17:32
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Germany / Berlin / Mobility / Public Spaces

Berlin to slash e-scooter numbers in inner city

The measure will take effect in March 2024

Nov 20, 2023 16:30
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Germany / Berlin / Culture and Tourism / Social City

Berliners to celebrate end of WW2 with one-off public holiday

On 8 May 2025, the city will mark the 80th anniversary of its liberation from Nazism

Sep 14, 2023 16:10
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Berlin / Gabrovo / Ljubljana / Green City / Innovation and Research

Trash to Treasure: the webinar that showed EU cities a way out of the waste mess

The one-hour event turned into a platform for ideas on the future of waste management

Sep 05, 2023 14:21
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Bulgaria / Germany / Slovenia / Berlin / Gabrovo / Ljubljana / Green City

Efficient Waste Management in Cities: From Trash to Treasure | Webinar Invitation

Join our webinar designed to help urban leaders, experts and policymakers to make the right sustainable development decisions

Aug 03, 2023 15:47
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Germany / Berlin / Development / Energy efficiency

Berlin warms up to geothermal energy

The German capital has decided that this will be one of the pillars to support its transition process to climate neutrality

Jul 27, 2023 15:45
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Germany / Berlin / Munich / Economy and Finance / Green City

These German cities are the first to benefit from Amazon’s new e-vans

The vehicles have been custom-made to fit the European road context

Jul 04, 2023 12:40
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Germany / Berlin / Development / Social City

Berlin will build social housing for lesbian and queer women in the city centre

The development will offer 70 rental apartments at 6.90 euros per square metre

May 30, 2023 15:58
Denis Balgaranov
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Belgium / Germany / Berlin / Brussels / Development / Mobility

First direct night train between Berlin and Brussels since 2008 departs today

An Amsterdam-Barcelona route is also in the works, with a potential stopover in Paris

May 25, 2023 12:47
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Germany / Berlin / Politics and Reforms / Welfare and Health

Berlin will treat wounded Ukrainian soldiers for free

With the ramp-up of the summer offensive, authorities estimate up to 500 wounded soldiers per month

May 23, 2023 13:53
Denis Balgaranov
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Germany / Berlin / Education and Sport / Innovation and Research

Berlin publishes a guide on dealing with ChatGPT in schools

The guide focuses on teacher’s tasks when facing the new tool, but also on techniques that can circumvent the AI’s capabilities

Apr 28, 2023 17:17
Denis Balgaranov
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Germany / Berlin / Culture and Tourism / Public Spaces

Despite the weather, Berlin is ready to open up summer pools

Last month, the city allowed people, regardless of gender, to go topless at public pools

Apr 25, 2023 12:30
Denis Balgaranov

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