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Death of Lugner: Public funeral service in St. Stephen’s Cathedral at 8 a.m.
The public funeral for the legendary Austrian building contractor Richard Lugner will begin today at 8 a.m. in St. Stephen's Cathedral. A red coffin, decorated with wreaths and his characteristic top hat, will be carried through the imposing giant gate and laid out in the cathedral. Numerous mourners and prominent personalities are expected to attend the ceremony. The cathedral priest Toni Faber will begin the official memorial service for Richard Lugner at 9 a.m. and welcome the guests. The memorial…
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Public criticism: Senior Citizens’ Council calls for change in Osterholz-Scharmbeck
In Osterholz-Scharmbeck, urban development is causing heated debates, especially among the members of the senior citizens' council. Harry Schnakenberg, the chairman of the council, spoke insistently about the unsatisfactory situation in the retail sector in the city center. In his passionate speech to the planning committee, he expressed his frustration at the empty shops and the desolation of the pedestrian zone. He called on those responsible in politics and administration to stop sugarcoating reality. His emotional appeal met with mixed…
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Future of public transport: regiobus Potsdam relies on electric and digitalisation
On August 21, 2024, Uwe Schüler, State Secretary in the Brandenburg Ministry of Transport, met with representatives of regiobus Potsdam Mittelmark to discuss future technologies in local public transport. An open workshop discussion covered important topics such as electric drives, hydrogen technology and the role of digitalization in local public transport. The aim of the exchange was to find out what political support is needed to meet the challenges in mobility. For regiobus, the planning of the new construction of…
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Future of public transport: Regiobus relies on electric, hydrogen and digitalisation
On August 21, 2023, an insightful workshop discussion took place between Uwe Schüler, State Secretary in the Brandenburg Ministry of Transport, and the company regiobus Potsdam Mittelmark. The discussion focused on the future challenges in local public transport and the technological innovations that are needed in this area. The focus was in particular on the alternatives offered by electric vehicles and hydrogen technology, which are crucial for sustainable mobility. At this meeting, Uwe Schüler learned about regiobus' plans for the…
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Public talks on Gaza ceasefire: A step in the right direction?
Escalation in the Middle East: Signs of hope USA and partners start again negotiations on ceasefire in Gaza 15.08.2024, 20:54 Listen to article The conflicts in the Gaza Strip have seriously threatened the geopolitical security situation in the region. In this tense situation, the USA, France and Great Britain have become active in the negotiations on a potential ceasefire. These talks, which are taking place in Qatar, aim to find a sustainable solution to the Hamas controlled region. US security…
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Public gatherings in Arnstadt: Police secure the election campaign
Election campaign and public Meetings in Arnstadt Arnstadt (ots) Opening of the election campaign of the AfD Thuringia The official start of the AfD Thuringia election campaign took place today in Arnstadt. Around 450 people gathered in Brauhausstrasse. Such large events are of central importance for political parties to spread their messages and mobilize voters. Counter demonstrations and other political activities While the AfD launched its campaign on Brauhausstrasse, the B90/The Greens party took part in a rally at the…
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Ukrainian accused of job center fraud in Berlin: Public prosecutor files charges
Donut Job centre cheated: accusation against Ukrainians In a worrying development, the Berlin Public prosecutor Charges have been brought against a 33-year-old Ukrainian. He is said to have visited several job centers in Berlin using fraudulent methods. The man, who had originally fled to Berlin from Ukraine, took advantage of the precarious situation of other refugees to illegally obtain rent subsidies amounting to around 26,000 euros. The incidents took place in Berlin, where the accused acted as a self-appointed helper…
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Public prosecutor Haslinger skeptical about public statement on distance from politics and media
Prosecutors demand independent management The President of the Association of Austrian Public Prosecutors, Elena Haslinger, welcomes the recommendations of the commission under corruption expert Martin Kreutner, in particular the creation of an independent federal public prosecutor's office that is not subject to instructions. This corresponds to long-standing demands of the judiciary. Haslinger stresses the importance of an independent top management in order to strengthen the efficiency and credibility of the judiciary. Haslinger, however, is critical of the commission's proposal for…
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Mainz citizens concerned about public utility financing in times of energy transition
City of Mainz plans sustainable alliance for the future There are currently many challenges in Mainz that politicians must face. In addition to the desire for a well-functioning local transport system and affordable housing, many citizens also strive to establish the city as a leading location for biotechnology and life sciences. At the same time, many people are worried about the financial stability of the municipal utilities in view of the energy transition. Given this complex situation, the Greens, CDU…
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Public toilets in Saxony-Anhalt: Where are they missing and why are they important?
Public Toilets in Saxony-Anhalt: An urgent supply gap The supply of public toilets in Saxony-Anhalt is an urgent problem that affects many people. The Left Party in the state parliament has taken up this issue and asked the state government for information. Despite the lack of statistical data on the figures, some municipalities, including Halle (Saale), have willingly provided information. In Halle there are a total of ten public toilets, nine of which are barrier-free and two of which are…