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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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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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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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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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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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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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For the first time, Bucharest was mentioned in documents in 1459. Then the town became the residence of the famous Wallachian ruler Vlad III the Impaler. During the reign of subsequent rulers, Bucharest was turned into a royal summer residence. In 1698 the city was declared a permanent location of the Wallachian Royal Court. In the next 200 years, several natural disasters have occurred, causing damage to the city, including a plague epidemic. The Habsburgs and the Russian Empire have several times conquered the city, with the city coming under the control of Russian administration. In March 1847, after an attack by an Austrian garrison, over a third of the city was devastated by fires. Over 2,000 buildings were destroyed. In 1862 Bucharest became the capital of the United Principalities of Moldavia and Wallachia, and in 1881 the Kingdom of Romania. During the First World War, the capital moved temporarily to the city of Iași, and after the war it was returned to Bucharest. For 200 years, the city was constantly growing and the population increasing.

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Romania / Bucharest / Politics and Reforms / Public Spaces

The Romanian Parliament now has a chapel on its premises

Possibly making it the only legislature in the world with a religious temple on-site

Mar 26, 2024 16:10
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Romania / Bucharest / Politics and Reforms

Bucharest mulls renaming Russian embassy street to honour Alexei Navalny

The proposal comes from the local organization of the Save Romania Union party

Feb 20, 2024 12:27
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Romania / Bucharest / Culture and Tourism / Welfare and Health

Bucharest kicks off a 6-month-long street festival

It will start off in the city centre in May, and gradually move through the neighbourhoods

May 03, 2023 13:10
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Bucharest / Politics and Reforms / Social City

EU Anti-Semitism Working Group meets in Bucharest

It works to prevent the spread of hate speech and xenophobia, as well as Holocaust denial on the EU level

May 02, 2023 16:12
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Bucharest / Digital transformation / Mobility

Mobility and Urban Management Hub to bring Bucharest closer to digitalisation

The project will be funded through the Romanian National Recovery and Resilience Fund

Apr 11, 2023 14:31
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Bucharest / Development / Energy efficiency

Bucharest gets 20 mini mobile power plants to cover ageing heating system

In some areas, the city’s district heating network is over 40 years old and does not bring enough heat to people’s homes

Apr 03, 2023 13:27
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Bucharest / Politics and Reforms / Read Twice

Russian Cultural Centre in Bucharest suspended due to disinformation

The Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs made the move to counter the centre’s repeated attempts to spread propaganda and excuse war crimes committed by the Russian Federation in Ukraine

Feb 22, 2023 11:09
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Bucharest / Digital transformation / Green City

Smart recycling bins in Bucharest can tell if you’re not doing it properly

The bin’s complex electronic systems will be powered by photovoltaic cells, making them also sustainable

Feb 17, 2023 15:19
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Bucharest / Development / Economy and Finance

Bucharest starts 2023 by paying off all its public debt

Mayor Nicuşor Dan believes that a clear balance sheet is a strong sign of reliability for banks and investors

Jan 12, 2023 14:25
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Bucharest / Innovation and Research / Public Spaces

Bucharest to employ birds of prey to deal with pigeons

The birds will be specially trained to scare off pigeons from their favourite places in the city’s parks

Nov 25, 2022 12:33
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Bucharest / Energy efficiency / Mobility

Public transport depots become mini green powerplants in Bucharest

The city expects that it will recoup the 3.8-million-euro investment in the next four years

Nov 01, 2022 15:57
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Bucharest / Mobility / Politics and Reforms

Bucharest wants to design a cycling masterplan

It should help bring people from residential areas to points of work and leisure through a safe interconnected urban cycling network

Oct 06, 2022 17:17
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Bucharest / Mobility / Welfare and Health

Bucharest wants to ban noisy cars from the city at night

Urban noise pollution can be a driver behind health issues like insomnia and cardiovascular disease, as well as a cause of decreased productivity

Sep 21, 2022 15:37
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Bucharest / Mobility / Public Spaces

Under lock and with cameras: Bucharest has new bike parking lots

Yearly subscriptions for the parking spaces will cost just over 20 euros

Sep 02, 2022 15:13
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Bucharest / Mobility

The largest tram purchase in Bucharest since 1989: The first one is already here

The city had to spend 200 million euros on the vehicles, as well as an additional 600 million to modernise the tracks

Jul 15, 2022 15:27
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Bucharest / Cluj-Napoca / Constanta / Timișoara / Mobility

Romania's ‘Sun Trains’ will link big cities to the Black Sea

The initiative is meant to boost domestic tourism while offering travellers a cheaper way to reach the seaside in the wake of surging gas prices

Jun 07, 2022 14:31
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Bucharest / Energy efficiency / Social City

Bucharest sub-municipality offers solar-powered heating for just 2 euros per month

Authorities are planning to expand a pilot project to cover an even bigger part of the district

Apr 25, 2022 17:00
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Bucharest / Mobility

Bucharest wants to expand its tram infrastructure

Mayor Nicusor Dan explained that the city is nearly ready to launch a feasibility study into an urban rail network in the capital

Apr 18, 2022 13:38
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Bucharest / Energy efficiency / Growing City

Bucharest sub-municipality is going full-on solar by 2024

Sector 1 will be the first local administration to achieve sustainable energy autonomy in Romania

Feb 04, 2022 15:35
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Bucharest / Digital transformation / Innovation and Research

Romanian universities join forces to open international AI research centre

The collaboration between the Polytechnic University, the Medical University and the Theatre and Cinematography University offers a broad spectrum of academic expertise, that can result in amazing AI breakthroughs

Dec 06, 2021 14:43
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Bucharest / Economy and Finance / Politics and Reforms

Bucharest Mayor fights for government district heating subsidy to cover natural gas price spike

Considering Bucharest's razor-thin budget margins, the mayor explained that without a subsidy, 2022 will be a year of cut spending after years of austerity

Nov 29, 2021 13:36
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Bucharest / Development / Green City

Bucharest announces the winning projects, as proposed and voted by the citizens

Better green spaces, better cycling options and better outdoor sports equipment - Bucharest wants it all on top of more citizen engagement in local policy

Nov 26, 2021 13:06
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Bucharest / Development

Voting on the participatory budget in Bucharest has begun

Citizens will have a chance to take part in an exercise in direct democracy and influence the development of their city

Nov 09, 2021 13:31
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Bucharest / Welfare and Health

COVID-19 is back in Romania and they are running out of ICU beds

As local health authorities reported more than 7,000 cases yesterday, many municipalities are gearing up for new measures

Sep 23, 2021 12:06
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Bucharest / Development / Green City

Bucharest Landscaping Association offers Romania’s most iconic park a chance to survive

AsoP Bucharest offered the city a joint project for the redevelopment, management and financing of Cismigiu Garden

Aug 23, 2021 15:59
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Bucharest / Digital transformation

Romania is getting its first digital lab

Transelectrica and University Politehnica of Bucharest join forces to fuel the digital transformation

Jun 11, 2021 11:37
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Bucharest / Economy and Finance / Energy efficiency

216-million-euro investment in Bucharest’s thermal system

European Commission approved an investment from the Cohesion Fund

May 28, 2021 10:09
Beatrice Stanimirova
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Romania / Bucharest / Economy and Finance / Welfare and Health

Bucharest expands its relaxation and wellness centre

Therme allows more visitors to enjoy spa services in the capital

May 26, 2021 11:07
Beatrice Stanimirova
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Romania / Bucharest / Mobility

Bucharest gives more pedestrian zones to citizens on weekends

7 zones of the capital will be closed for traffic until mid-October

May 25, 2021 11:18
Beatrice Stanimirova
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Romania / Bucharest / Culture and Tourism

In Bucharest, an exhibition dedicated to the pandemic opens doors

Titled “Fragile Identities” – a story told through objects

May 24, 2021 17:00
Beatrice Stanimirova

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