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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

At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo

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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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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Timișoara is the biggest city in western Romania. It was first mentioned in the historic records at the start of the 13th century and has changed hands between the Hungarian, Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian empires until coming under Romanian control at the start of the 20th century. This colourful history contributes to the city’s current ethnic and multicultural background.

In 1848, Timișoara became the first city in Europe to use electricity to light up its streets and was the jumping-off point to the revolutionary movement that overthrew the Romanian Communist Dictator Nicolae Ceauşescu in 1989.

Timișoara will also hold the title of European Capital of Culture in 2023.

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Germany / Romania / Timișoara / Politics and Reforms

Can you become EU city mayor if you’re not a citizen of the host country?

The bloc’s common market also applies to political talent and opportunities, at least at the local level

Jul 08, 2024 20:59
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Romania / Timișoara / Culture and Tourism

Timisoara2023 – cultural capital that shines a light on Romania’s European future

The city will kick off its stint as the European Capital of Culture for 2023 on 17 February

Feb 06, 2023 13:07
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Timișoara / Innovation and Research / Welfare and Health

Timisoara opens first Romanian resilience centre for exceptional crisis responses

Local authorities want to help and coordinate civil society activities during outstanding situations

Jan 10, 2023 16:20
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Timișoara / Energy efficiency

Timisoara will save 5.7 million euros by reducing CO2 emissions

The city plans to invest millions into district heating and electricity production to lower emissions and protect citizens from the volatility of the gas market

Oct 03, 2022 17:34
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Timișoara / Development / Green City

Timişoara gets green light for a 520-hectare forest park

According to Mayor Dominic Fritz, the Forest Park is a project that is decades in the making and the citizens deserve it

Sep 09, 2022 15:40
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 / Timișoara / Digital transformation

The Smart City Strategy of Timisoara is going into its next phase – public consultation

Some of the key problems that the consultations have highlighted include a mismatch between the digital and paper public services offer

May 09, 2022 16:21
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Timișoara / Education and Sport / Smart City

Timișoara reimagines schools with a Smart Green initiative

The first wave of schools will be renovated through the Romanian National Recovery and Resilience Plan

Apr 07, 2022 14:06
Denis Balgaranov
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Romania / Timișoara / Culture and Tourism

Timisoara Capital of Culture 2021 activities adapt to the pandemic

An online gastronomy event is just one of the examples of how artists and creators have had to adapt their ideas to the shifting circumstances

Dec 17, 2020 15:03
Anton Stoyanov
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Romania / Timișoara / Welfare and Health

In Timisoara masks and gloves are mandatory in shops, public transport and institutions

The residents of the Romanian city have three days to comply with the new rules

Apr 22, 2020 10:55
Monika Dimitrova
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Romania / Timișoara / Welfare and Health

Policemen in Timisoara to patrol with pocket translators

The Romanian city expects a growing number of tourists in 2021, when it will hold the European Capital of Culture title

Mar 04, 2020 12:47
Monika Dimitrova
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Romania / Timișoara / Economy and Finance

Timisoara to have the largest bicycle factory in South Eastern Europe

The huge project is worth 30 million euros and the factory will employ 3,000 people

Nov 18, 2019 12:31
Monika Dimitrova
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Romania / Timișoara / Culture and Tourism

Timisoara is the European Capital of Culture 2021 for Romania

The budget for the project preparing the city for holding the title is 48.5 million euros

Nov 07, 2019 12:56
Monika Dimitrova
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Romania / Timișoara / Education and Sport

Timisoara to have a new 30,000-seat stadium

The project will cost approximately 50 million euros

Sep 05, 2019 13:00
Monika Dimitrova
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Romania / Timișoara / Mobility

Timisoara with battery-powered trams

The first 16 trams cost 33 million euros

Jul 12, 2019 09:11
Monika Dimitrova

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