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Guimaraes uses science-based tools to drive nature-based solutions
Guimaraes is using satellite data and machine learning to identify climate risks and measure where nature-based solutions can make the biggest difference. The approach is helping the city make science-based decisions for a greener future.
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Romania must respect the rule of law in the case of Timisoara’s mayor
In 30 days, Romania will remove a mayor voters elected twice by an amendment that seems to be written to target him.
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How Rotterdam is reinventing religious heritage for city life
In Rotterdam, religious heritage is being reimagined as spaces for culture, community and city life
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How cities strengthen migrant integration through peer learning
Dublin is adapting to rapid growth in diversity, while Berlin has decades of experience as a city of migration.
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The future of the European Social Fund is at stake
The first episode of Eurocities' new podcast series, 'Cities with no margins', examines the future of ESF+ and why cities must have a stronger voice in social funding.
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Strengthening social services in Central and Eastern Europe: lessons from Zagreb
Zagreb shares how disciplined budgeting, cooperation and people-centred design are strengthening social services, offering practical lessons for cities across Central and Eastern Europe.
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Thank God it’s Monday again
The ILO Agents in Helsinki have a mission: to spread joy while helping people with disabilities live more independent and fulfilling lives.
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Tallinn’s everyday people prepare for the unexpected
From fire hoses to survival drills, Tallinn’s Crisis Breakers prove resilience starts with ordinary people stepping up.
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Socio-Health Day Centre in Ungheni: A model of integrated community care
The Moldovan centre provides integrated medical and social care, restoring dignity, health, and connection for vulnerable residents.
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City Heroes: Ihor Terekhov, Leading a city at war
In November 2021, Ihor Terekhov officially took office as Mayor of Kharkiv. He had plans for mobility, climate action and urban innovation. But just three months later, those plans exploded under the first barrage of Russian missiles.
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Gaziantep’s Bugday Tanesi Centre is restoring mobility, dignity and hope after disaster
Gaziantep Metropolitan Municipality launched an initiative to scale its Prosthetics and Orthotics Production and Application Centre rapidly and to expand its services far beyond city limits.
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How Nice is redefining care for older citizens
Nice is running solidarity restaurants offering something more than just food. But this story isn’t about just a food programme. It’s about rethinking how cities treat older residents – not as burdens, but as essential, vibrant members of the community.
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Budapest moves forward with Pride 2025
Despite the Hungarian national government outlawing Pride marches, Budapest has moved ahead with the organisation of its 30th annual Pride celebration.
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Eurocities Awards 2025: Celebrating city heroes and inspiring urban initiatives
This year's Eurocities awards showcase cities innovative approaches to improving life for their residents and building a just, resilient future for Europe. Ahead of the awards ceremony on 5 June, discover the shortlisted individuals and city initiatives.
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