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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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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

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Shops in this Bordeaux suburb accept cryptocurrency as payment

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Next year, Germany's Deutschlandticket will cost 58 euros

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Voters in a Bavarian town elected a mayor whose name wasn’t on the ballot

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Brussels tries out a novel rooftop wind turbine suitable for cities

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AI-powered drones in Finland could patrol the skies in search of wildfires

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New digital map showcases creative energy solutions across Europe

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Sep 26, 2024 14:09
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Shops in this Bordeaux suburb accept cryptocurrency as payment

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Sep 24, 2024 16:47

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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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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

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Thessaloniki gets ready for its metro launch in November

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Mannheim debuts longest tram in the world

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Oldest inn in Catalonia marked 500 years of non-stop business

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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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Kicking for the Future: How Football Clubs are Creating Sustainable Urban Spaces

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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

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Check out these sleeping pods at the University of Lille library

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Jul 24, 2024 14:48
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Wolfgang Teubner: Тhe path towards the end of fossil fuels is irreversible

Dec 21, 2023 11:03
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Aug 16, 2023 17:08
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Mar 14, 2023 12:56
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In the past, Uppsala was located a few kilometres to the north compared to the current location, at a place today known as Old Uppsala. It was called Östra Aros.

The Fyrisvellir plains and the river south of Old Uppsala was the site of the Battle of Fyrisvelli in the 980s. The present-day Uppsala was a port town of Gamla Uppsala.  

In 1160, King Eric Jedvardsson was killed outside the church of Östra Aros, and later became venerated as a saint in the Catholic Church. Östra Aros overtook Gamla Uppsala as the main regional centre in 1274.

When the cathedral of Gamla Uppsala burnt down, the archbishopric and the relics of Saint Eric were moved to Östra Aros, where the now existing Uppsala Cathedral was established. The Cathedral was inaugurated in 1435. It was built in Gothic style and is one of the largest of its kind in northern Europe.

The oldest university in Scandinava, founded in 1477 is in Uppsala. Carl Linnaeus, one of the renowned scholars of the University, lived for many years in Uppsala. Nowadays his house and garden can be visited.

The city is also the host of the 16th-century Upsala Castle. Uppsala was severely damaged by a fire in 1702, during which, historical and cultural treasures were lost. The demolitions that took place in many Swedish cities during the 1960s and 70s also led to the destruction of local heritage in the region. However, many historic buildings remain, especially in the western part of Uppsala.

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Portugal / Sweden / Faro / Uppsala / Green City / Welfare and Health

These three cities enjoy the cleanest air in Europe

Head to the Far North or to the Far South to breathe easily

Aug 30, 2024 12:41
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Sweden / Uppsala / Economy and Finance / Green City

A second-hand shop for building materials: Uppsala’s new recycling service

Inspiring the construction sector to think about circularity

Mar 09, 2023 17:57
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Sweden / Uppsala / Digital transformation / Welfare and Health

Uppsala Region first to map children’s language environment

The system helps parents of kids with disabilities adapt their communication accordingly

May 09, 2022 14:14
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Sweden / Uppsala / Mobility / Politics and Reforms

Uppsala turns from encouraging to taxing sustainable mobility

It is a sign that electrical mobility might have become mainstream in the city

Sep 10, 2021 14:41
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Sweden / Uppsala / Innovation and Research

Uppsala gives thumbs up to cricket farming

The protein of the future is gaining more and more recognition

Jun 03, 2021 15:13
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Sweden / Uppsala / Digital transformation / Social City

Uppsala gets serious about attracting international talent

The city sets up a website, a reception centre and a personal guide service for the purpose

May 18, 2021 14:55
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Sweden / Uppsala / Social City / Welfare and Health

Uppsala authorities find that the pandemic has changed social work objectives

Gender equality has suffered and that needs to be redressed in the future

Apr 27, 2021 12:59
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Sweden / Uppsala / Social City / Welfare and Health

Uppsala Municipality goes the extra mile in helping those in need of a job

For the purpose, an extension of municipal services is implemented so people get experience

Jan 21, 2021 14:03
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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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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Uppsala / Culture and Tourism / Innovation and Research

Uppsala Library fights screen fatigue

Constantly thinking how to keep the public engaged

Nov 19, 2020 11:08
Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov
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Stockholm / Uppsala / Welfare and Health

Stricter Covid-19 recommendations for three Swedish regions

People in Stockholm, Västra Götaland and Östergötland are advised against visiting malls, museums, bathhouses, gyms, and sports events, and interacting socially

Oct 30, 2020 08:11
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Uppsala / Welfare and Health

Uppsala wants to become more senior-friendly

The municipality has announced certain measures towards achieving this vision

Sep 18, 2020 10:22
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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Uppsala / Welfare and Health

Uppsala distance students will get lunch money

Just because they study from home, it does not mean they should be left behind

Sep 10, 2020 09:56
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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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Uppsala / Interviews

Erik Pelling: Uppsala’s goal is to be fossil free by 2030 and climate positive by 2050

Interview with the Mayor of Uppsala in Sweden

Jun 26, 2020 10:25
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Uppsala / Culture and Tourism

The world's best bookstore is in Uppsala, Sweden

The London Book Fair picked The English Bookshop in Uppsala as its International Excellence bookstore of the year

Jun 01, 2018 13:46
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