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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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Interviews

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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The origin of the city is related to its strategic location, which saw it as a stop both on the first Roman roads and later on the medieval route of the Portuguese Way to Compostela. The bridges are the most significant elements in the history of the city, both that of the Burgo, in the capital, and that of Ponte Sampaio, in the south.

Since 1999, Pontevedra has grown in population on average of about 1000 people per year which makes it the fastest growing Galician city. Typically, the city offers the lowest urban unemployment rate in Galicia, the youngest urban population in Galicia, the least outbound emigration from the country, and the highest urban birth rate.

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Spain / Pontevedra / Development / Education and Sport

“I am an urban inspector”: The Galician way of making kids notice the city they live in

An appreciation for the built environment stems from knowing it better

Feb 23, 2022 16:18
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Portugal / Spain / Pontevedra / Porto / Mobility / Politics and Reforms

Galicia and Porto railway link looks ever more likely

This became clear after a statement by Porto mayor

May 11, 2021 15:08
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Spain / Pontevedra / Energy efficiency

COVID waste materials become fuel in Galicia

Thanks to a special procedure which directs it to a waste-to-energy plant

Jan 08, 2021 09:30
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Braga / Pontevedra / Porto / Culture and Tourism / Politics and Reforms

Galicia supports Braga in its 2027 Capital of Culture bid

A fine example of solidarity within one of the Euroregions

Nov 28, 2020 09:35
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Pontevedra / Economy and Finance / Welfare and Health

In tough times, Galicia announces biggest social measures budget in its history

125 million euros will be available in 2021 to fight inequality

Nov 24, 2020 15:47
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Pontevedra / Development

Galicia goes for a detailed examination of its roads

A 3-year contract was awarded with the aim of studying the traffic situation in the region

Nov 16, 2020 14:04
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Pontevedra / Economy and Finance / Innovation and Research

Galician authorities lend a shoulder to digital start-ups

This is made possible with the creation of a specialized online platform

Nov 12, 2020 13:13
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Pontevedra / Education and Sport

The Galician Sports Justice Committee has its first female president

An institution that delegates the law and order in the field of sports

Nov 05, 2020 15:34
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Pontevedra / Development / Education and Sport

Galician kids will acquire advanced digital skills from an early age

For this purpose, their teachers will undergo a specialized training

Oct 23, 2020 13:58
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Brussels / Forest / Ixelles / Pontevedra / Mobility

Karditsa, Brussels and Pontevedra win sustainable mobility recognitions

Outside the EU, Kruševac in Serbia was the big winner

May 18, 2020 13:51
Aseniya Dimitrova

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