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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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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

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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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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
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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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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
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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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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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Lund is known as the oldest town in present-day Sweden, it is so old that its origins are unclear, but it is believed that it had already existed by the end of the Viking Age.  

In 1048 the city was made an episcopal see and was united with Dalby in 1060. In 1103 it became the see of the Metropolitan Archdiocese of Lund, whose ecclesiastical province comprised Scandinavia and even Garðar on Greenland. Lund Cathedral was also built sometime around 1103. In 1152, the Norwegian archdiocese of Nidaros was established as a separate province of the church, independent of Lund. Sweden became entitled to an archbishop of its own in 1164, although he was nominally subordinate to the archbishop of Lund. Nowadays it is the diocese of Lund, a diocese in the Church of Sweden.  

In 1085 the Lund Cathedral Scholl was founded by the Danish king Canute the Saint.  It is the oldest school in Scandinavia and one of the oldest in Northern Europe. Many prominent received their educations in this institution.

In 1658 Lund was ceded to Sweden as part of the terms of the Treaty of Roskilde but in 1676 it was recaptured by Denmark during the Scanian War. In 1679 the bloody Battle of Lund was fought just north of the city and ended in a decisive Swedish victory. A short while later, Swedish control of Scania became official through the Peace of Lund. In 1720 Sweden's control over Scania, and hence Lund, was formalised by treaty.

The Academy of Lund, the first Scandinavia's University was founded in 1425, however it was heavily suppressed during the Danish Reformation in 1536. Present-day Lund University was established in 1666.

In 1943, during the Second World War, Lund was bombed by British aircraft, but no deaths were registered, though some people were injured.

During the second half of the XX century the population of Lund doubled, driven in large part by the development of the university and high-tech industries. 

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Sweden / Lund / Green City

Lund wins the WWF One Planet City Challenge

It shares that distinction with Bogotá, the capital of Colombia

Jun 02, 2022 13:40
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Sweden / Lund / Mobility

Lund’s tramway receives the Architecture Award 2021

The Swedish city has been recognised for the ‘seemingly impossible task’ of fitting a tramway in its historic city centre

Apr 08, 2022 11:33
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Denmark / Spain / Sweden / Barcelona / Copenhagen / Lund / Mobility

Smart City Mobility Index: European cities rank highest

EasyPark Group has revealed the leaders in mobility innovation

Feb 09, 2022 16:54
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Sweden / Lund / Education and Sport / Green City

Lund takes action on climate anxiety among youngsters

A new project will show both teachers and students how to cope with that particular challenge

Nov 24, 2021 17:22
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Denmark / Finland / Germany / Netherlands / Sweden / Aalborg / Amsterdam / Berlin / Copenhagen / Espoo / Lund / Stockholm / Innovation and Research

Cities of the Future Index: 3 European metropolitan areas rank highest

Easy Park has found the world’s 150 most intelligent cities

Oct 14, 2021 12:04
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Helsingborg / Luleå / Lund / Stockholm / Uppsala / Welfare and Health

Sweden’s pandemic law awaits parliamentary approval

The legislation will give extraordinary powers to the government to manage the coronavirus crisis in a more hard-handed way

Dec 29, 2020 09:38
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Helsingborg / Luleå / Lund / Stockholm / Uppsala / Welfare and Health

Sweden imposes toughest corona restrictions so far

Caps on customers in shops and restaurants, facemasks in public transport

Dec 19, 2020 11:09
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Helsingborg / Luleå / Lund / Stockholm / Uppsala / Welfare and Health

Sweden’s hospitals stretched to the limit

Finland and Norway have offered medical assistance, the government opts for emergency powers

Dec 16, 2020 11:06
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Lund / Mobility

Lund’s new tramway will start operation on 13 December

The planned folk festival is cancelled and the inauguration will be held in a digital format only

Nov 20, 2020 08:43
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Lund / Culture and Tourism

New initiative in Skåne will fight against cultural isolation

25 of the region’s music and culture schools will cooperate to offer a more varied curriculum

Sep 25, 2020 08:26
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Helsingborg / Luleå / Lund / Stockholm / Uppsala / Welfare and Health

Sweden lifts ban on elderly care home visits

The relaxation is due to slowing infection rate in the country and extra protective measures in care homes

Sep 16, 2020 10:52
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Helsingborg / Luleå / Lund / Stockholm / Uppsala / Welfare and Health

Sweden unveils record-high corona budget

Regional and local structures capable of acting quickly on signals of outbreaks will be central in curbing the spread of Covid-19 in 2021

Sep 08, 2020 08:46
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Helsingborg / Luleå / Lund / Stockholm / Uppsala / Culture and Tourism / Education and Sport

Sweden considers easing limits on attendance of public events

Up to 500 people could be allowed at seated cultural performances and sports competitions

Aug 28, 2020 09:06
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Helsingborg / Luleå / Lund / Stockholm / Uppsala / Culture and Tourism / Economy and Finance

Rescue package supports tourism in Sweden’s rural areas

70 million kronor complement huge allocations for the sector

Jul 20, 2020 07:07
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Helsingborg / Luleå / Lund / Stockholm / Uppsala / Culture and Tourism / Politics and Reforms

Swedish municipalities can close eateries that neglect health guidelines

The new law will last from 1 July until the end of the year

Jul 01, 2020 10:59
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Helsingborg / Luleå / Lund / Stockholm / Culture and Tourism

Sweden to allow unrestricted domestic travel

All health recommendations and anti-crowding rules remain in place

Jun 10, 2020 07:37
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Lund / Mobility

Lund’s biking initiative for businesses gets a prize

Businesses throughout the municipality can lease bicycles from the city’s mobility company and enjoy many benefits

Apr 29, 2020 07:32
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Lund / Energy efficiency

Wild nature meets organized park in Lund

The emerging Knowledge Park is one of the Swedish city's largest green initiatives in many years

Apr 07, 2020 14:12
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Lund / Culture and Tourism

Iconic hotel and green square get Lund’s City Building Award for 2019

Joint winners are the creators of Grand Hotel's verandas and the redevelopers of subway square Bantorget

Mar 11, 2020 13:50
Plamen Petrov
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Lund / Economy and Finance

The municipality of Lund embarks on a business tour

The aim is to create a better dialogue with companies in different industries

Mar 02, 2020 17:09
Plamen Petrov
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Sweden / Helsingborg / Luleå / Lund / Stockholm / Innovation and Research

Swedish central bank tests solution for e-krona

The aim of the project is to determine the usability of the digital currency

Feb 21, 2020 11:54
Plamen Petrov
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Sweden / Helsingborg / Luleå / Lund / Stockholm / Energy efficiency

Sweden recycles no plastic at all from scrapped cars

Still the country remains global leader in recycling, having nearly reached ‘zero waste’ levels

Feb 04, 2020 12:59
Plamen Petrov
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Sweden / Helsingborg / Luleå / Lund / Stockholm / Energy efficiency

Sweden mulls banning old wood burning stoves

Each year about 7600 Swedes die prematurely due to exposure to air pollutants

Jan 14, 2020 09:42
Plamen Petrov
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Lund / Mobility

Lund’s new tramway is ready to roll

The 5.5 km long line extends between Lund Central Station and the Science Village of ESS

Dec 18, 2019 11:44
Plamen Petrov
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Lund / Interviews

In Lund tradition meets innovation, distances are short and research is among the world's best

Interview with Philip Sandberg, Mayor of Lund in Sweden

Nov 29, 2019 14:12
Monika Dimitrova
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Sweden / Helsingborg / Luleå / Lund / Stockholm / Mobility

Swedish municipalities’ parking fee revenue up by 50 per cent since 2014

Local and regional councils collect 2.4 billion kronor a year in parking charges

Nov 27, 2019 09:50
Plamen Petrov
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Lund / Mobility

The Swedish city of Lund to build a brand-new tram line

For a more modern urban mobility and infrastructure

Jul 30, 2019 09:34
Monika Dimitrova
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Lund / Mobility

The city of Lund with an electric road that will charge your car as you drive

It will be among the first in the world

May 13, 2019 08:42
Monika Dimitrova

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