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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

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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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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Portugal / Lisbon / Interviews

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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Interviews

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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Some of the first settlers on the territory of present-day Budapest were the Celtic tribes. Later, the town was inhabited by the Romans. They built amphitheatres, Roman baths, houses, and military camps. Later, the Hungarian tribes expelled the Bulgarian population from the towns of Buda and Pest and founded their new Kingdom of Hungary in the 9th century. In 13th century the city's defense walls were improved so that they could withstand the attacks of hostile nations. In 1526 the Ottoman Empire conquered the town of Buda and it fell under Ottoman rule for the next 150 years. The unconquered Western part of the country was declared territory of the Habsburg Empire. The 19th century was marked by struggle for independence but in 1867 the Austro-Hungarian Empire was formed, and after six years the cities Buda and Pest were merged into one - Budapest. The city was largely destroyed during the two World Wars and the Hungarian Revolution of 1956. In the 20th and 21st centuries Budapest recovered from the damage and began its development towards the prosperous European city it is today.

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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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Hungary / Budapest / Culture and Tourism / Social City

Budapest is the latest European city to ban short-term rentals

The restriction on this tourism segment will enter into force in 2026 in one of the city’s central districts

Sep 16, 2024 18:04
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Hungary / Budapest / Politics and Reforms

“Make Europe Great Again”: Hungary unveils official slogan for its EU Presidency term

It was really only a matter of time before someone decided to use that phrase

Jun 19, 2024 17:46
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Hungary / Budapest / Energy efficiency / Mobility

Budapest outlines its first energy-positive district

Sometimes it is more useful to think of larger urban units than buildings for creating more sustainable cities

Mar 08, 2023 13:34
Denis Balgaranov
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Hungary / Budapest / Development / Mobility

Budapest reopens the Chain Bridge but cars are not allowed

It will serve only public transport, bikes and taxis, while pedestrians will have to wait until 2023

Dec 20, 2022 11:04
Denis Balgaranov
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Hungary / Budapest / Culture and Tourism / Energy efficiency

Hungarians pedal away to light Budapest’s Christmas lights

The city’s Second District opted for sustainable Christmas decoration this year

Nov 29, 2022 17:40
Denis Balgaranov
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Hungary / Budapest / Culture and Tourism / Public Spaces

Gallery: Christmas Markets light up Budapest early

The Advent Basilika is the oldest Christmas Market in Budapest and it was voted the best in Europe for 2020 and 2022

Nov 18, 2022 16:56
Denis Balgaranov
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Hungary / Budapest / Development / Welfare and Health

Citizens' idea sparks project for Leisure Centre for Adults with Autism in Budapest

The city will provide 600,000 euros for the project, inspired by a submission in the participatory budget

Oct 28, 2022 17:28
Denis Balgaranov
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Hungary / Budapest / Mobility

Record-breaking number of people cycle down the streets of Budapest

Since the start of the pandemic, cycling has been on the rise and this August saw a 15% increase in rides compared to August 2019

Sep 05, 2022 12:50
Denis Balgaranov
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Hungary / Budapest / Energy efficiency / Politics and Reforms

Public utilities in Budapest should run on their own energy by 2030

As climate change and energy price hikes hit the Hungarian capital, local authorities try to establish an action plan to make Budapest energy-independent

Jul 05, 2022 13:03
Denis Balgaranov
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Hungary / Budapest / Public Spaces

Budapest prepares a ‘Sponge City’ concept as summer floods intensify

City authorities claim that the climate crisis is already a factor in planning, with long droughts, interrupted by heavy rainfalls, becoming commonplace

Jun 14, 2022 17:04
Denis Balgaranov
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Hungary / Budapest / Culture and Tourism / Politics and Reforms

Ryanair says Victor Orban’s new airline tax would damage Hungary’s tourism sector

It could see the end of low-cost air travel to Hungary, as many airlines are still struggling to recover their pre-pandemic revenue levels

Jun 10, 2022 15:44
Denis Balgaranov
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Hungary / Budapest / Public Spaces

Protected plants have started to appear in Budapest’s wildflower areas

These special zones were created last year with the aim of boosting biodiversity in the city

May 19, 2022 15:00
Denis Balgaranov
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Hungary / Budapest / Mobility

Budapest Airport to meet electric vehicle demand with 176 new charging stations

Most of them will be used by service vehicles, as authorities aim for the 'net zero airport' label by 2023

May 12, 2022 13:06
Denis Balgaranov
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Hungary / Poland / Romania / Budapest / Rzeszow / Mobility / Politics and Reforms

FlixBus will reopen lines from Budapest to Kyiv

The company has also launched a free ride offer for refugees moving from Poland or Romania to the rest of Europe

Apr 18, 2022 16:08
Denis Balgaranov
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Hungary / Budapest / Green City / Social City

Budapest’s new Margaret Quarter will revive a declining area by bringing the community together

District authorities will offer discounted municipal space to bring in new business, while launching a greening campaign

Apr 18, 2022 11:49
Denis Balgaranov
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Hungary / Budapest / Politics and Reforms

Budapest Mayor calls on Hungarian government to cap fuel prices for public transport

The country's government instituted a fuel price cap last year

Mar 14, 2022 15:35
Denis Balgaranov
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Hungary / Budapest / Politics and Reforms

War at the doorstep spurs Hungary to choose between East and West

Ruling Fidesz faces an unprecedented challenge in parliamentary elections on 3 April which coincide with a referendum on the anti-LGBT law

Mar 13, 2022 17:26
Plamen Petrov
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Hungary / Budapest / Innovation and Research / Mobility

Bosch plans to turn Hungary into a major e-mobility hub in Central and Eastern Europe

The company wants to invest heavily into research and development in Budapest and strengthen links with academia

Feb 22, 2022 15:31
Denis Balgaranov
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Hungary / Spain / Barcelona / Budapest / Green City / Public Spaces

Reclaiming city streets from cars, Barcelona style

Following the green transformation of several neighbourhoods, the Superilla Barcelona scheme will move on to L’Eixample district, with work starting in June 2022

Feb 16, 2022 10:04
Plamen Petrov
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Hungary / Budapest / Social City

Budapest restaurants leave a table for LGBTQ couples afraid to celebrate in public

According to local advocacy groups, homophobic displays are on the rise in recent times

Feb 15, 2022 12:15
Denis Balgaranov
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Hungary / Budapest / Innovation and Research / Mobility

Hungary launches first hydrogen bus route in Budapest

It paves the way for wider adoption of hydrogen technology

Feb 10, 2022 14:17
Denis Balgaranov
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Hungary / Budapest / Culture and Tourism

Budapest’s ruin bars: party craze and nostalgia for the past

The local government of the 7th district has regulated the opening hours of party places following public discontent with the noise and pollution

Feb 09, 2022 10:29
Plamen Petrov
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Hungary / Budapest / Mobility

New Budapest mobility app shows the power of digital solutions

The new app help commuters plan their route and purchase their tickets, but that is not all

Feb 08, 2022 14:34
Denis Balgaranov
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Hungary / Budapest / Green City / Mobility

A quarter of drivers in Budapest’s Elizabethtown would ditch their car for something in return

The recent survey looks at the attitude of locals on car-sharing and provides a snapshot of commuter habits

Jan 28, 2022 13:15
Denis Balgaranov
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Hungary / Budapest / Politics and Reforms

Hungary’s opposition launches crucial referendum drive

Signatures are being collected for calling a plebiscite on the Budapest campus of China’s Fudan University and on extending the jobseekers allowance

Dec 17, 2021 13:17
Plamen Petrov
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Hungary / Budapest / Culture and Tourism

Budapest Christmas market voted best in Europe for the second time

The Advent Feast at the Basilica came ahead of the Christmas markets in Basel and Metz in the European Best Destinations’ poll for 2022

Dec 11, 2021 17:05
Plamen Petrov
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Hungary / Budapest / Green City

12,000 trees will be planted on behalf of Planet Budapest 2021

The joint event of the Visegrád countries aims to encourage action on sustainable development

Nov 30, 2021 11:48
Plamen Petrov
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Hungary / Budapest / Mobility

Budapest public transport in danger of shutdown

The Hungarian government is withholding 12 billion forints (EUR 32.7m) worth of subsidy for the city transport system

Nov 26, 2021 14:56
Plamen Petrov
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France / Germany / Italy / Poland / Spain / Budapest / Paris / Vienna / Culture and Tourism

Here are some of the EU’s best places to have an adventure in 2022

After another year of pandemic inertia, maybe it is time to think about venturing outdoors?

Nov 19, 2021 13:12
Denis Balgaranov

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