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Mobility

These are the 10 most bike-friendly cities in the world

Nine of the 10 of the world’s best cities for cyclists are in Europe, and they're not necessarily the ones you'd think of.

Smart Regions

Belgian food market leading the way in sustainability

In partnership with the European Commission

The cost-of-living crisis and the climate emergency are forcing industries to rethink their approach to their day-to-day practices.

Eco-Innovation

This new vertical forest will breathe out 41 tonnes of oxygen a year

Italian architect Stefano Boeri has received the European Lung Foundation (ELF) Award for improving urban air quality.

Home

Could this 'tree house' design help cities cope with climate change?

The trees in this Australian development have been preserved to keep the homes cool and help local wildlife.

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Living

Road rage: Traffic noise spikes blood pressure, new research finds

Feel your blood boil when you’re near a busy road? A new study explains why

Green News

England built 2 onshore wind turbines in 2022. We asked experts why

A former UK Prime Minister's decision has stalled the installation of onshore wind turbines in England.

Euronews Witness

Are European cities equipped to deal with climate change?

Euronews Witness investigates extreme weather events in Italy, Germany and France, and asks how Europe is preparing for the future.

Living

Which European city has the best - and worst - tree coverage?

A lack of trees is making cities deadly. Here’s which European cities are the most dangerous.

Nature

Visiting parks reduces prescription mental health drug use

Visiting urban green spaces reduces mental health drug use, new research finds.

World

“The new Algeria is now”: massive housing and infrastructure projects

In partnership with anep

Algeria has embarked upon a hugely ambitious project to build five major new cities from scratch. Already 3 million people have benefitted from the distribution of 800,000 housing units and 2 major sports stadiums.

Partner content

24th edition of Cityscape Dubai opens its doors

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

The event focused on how the real estate market is adapting to change when it comes to new technology and sustainability

Culture news

Glasgow set to become the UK's first 'feminist city'

Glasgow will put women, non-binary and genderfluid people at the centre of city planning and policy development.

Eco-Innovation

Inside San Francisco's bold plan to cut air pollution

“San Francisco believes in climate action as a whole, people care” says mayor London Breed. So what is the city doing to fight it?

Culture news

Elbow lead singer intervenes in Manchester gentrification row

Night and Day Cafe has been playing live music for over 30 years but the party may soon be over.

Rethink

How designing for the marginalised can lead to better cities

Architect and urban planner Meriem Chabani explains why deconstructing Eurocentric trends in design can create better urban spaces.

Green News

Greenpeace: Saudi Arabia ski resort will ‘massively alter’ ecosystem

Saudi Arabia will host the 2029 Asian winter games - despite receiving very little natural snow.

Mobility

This Spanish city was in decline - until it prioritised pedestrians

In central Pontevedra, pedestrians now have priority. And in just over two decades, the home to 80,000 inhabitants has been transformed from a city in decay.

Culture news

What's it like to paint at 82-metres in the air?

Leicester is now home to Europe's tallest mural, and the third-tallest in the world, but what was it like to paint it?

Destinations

Norway: For a truly walkable city break, Bergen tops my list

Norway’s mountain paths built by Nepali Sherpas were amazing to walk on.

Rethink

Is reshaping how we use our cities the key to leading happier lives?

The 15-minute city is a concept that responds to the climate emergency by ensuring that everyone can meet their essential needs within a small radius of home.