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The European Union is spending €63.2 billion to revolutionize how people move across borders, building everything from bike paths to high-speed rail hubs. A new TV series shows how these massive infrastructure projects are making it easier for millions to travel between European cities.
NASA satellites watching Earth every night for nine years just revealed something unexpected: our planet isn't just getting brighter. From energy-saving LED lights dimming European cities to gas flares lighting up Texas oil fields, the world's energy story is more complex and hopeful than scientists thought.
Millions of Nigerians will soon access free high-speed internet as a European tech company partners locally to build one of Africa's largest public Wi-Fi networks. The system already handles thousands of users simultaneously in European cities without slowing down.
European cities are replacing roadside grass with moss that naturally absorbs traffic pollution and slows stormwater runoff. The low-maintenance plants could transform thousands of kilometers of highways into pollution-fighting green corridors.
Slovenia's charming capital beat 223 cities to win Europe's top creativity award. The jury praised its thriving art scene, cultural festivals, and commitment to putting creators at the heart of city life.
Scotland's capital just topped every European city in a worldwide ranking that asked 24,000 residents what makes their home special. Nineteen European cities made the top 50, with walkability, culture, and joy ranking highest.
A groundbreaking European project is transforming city neighborhoods into "positive energy districts" that generate more clean power than they use. These smart communities could reshape how cities think about energy independence.
A 26-year-old kabuki actor is taking Japan's centuries-old theatrical art to three European cities, offering audiences a rare behind-the-scenes look at the intricate process of transforming into female characters. The tour marks kabuki's return to Europe after eight years.
Uber will deploy autonomous vehicles in Madrid before 2026 ends, making Spain's capital one of the first European cities where you can hail a taxi with no driver. The robotaxis will use sensors, cameras, and AI to navigate city streets safely.
A historic English market is fighting pigeon overpopulation with contraceptive-laced birdseed, following European cities that cut their flocks by up to 66%. The humane approach offers hope for cities worldwide struggling with similar challenges.
Hundreds of Londoners are paying $17 to lock away their phones and spend two hours in silence, crafts, and conversation. The Offline Club's events now sell out regularly across 20 European cities as people seek relief from constant digital noise.