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Solar power can also be produced on the balcony. In Berlin, subsidies of up to 500 euros are available for such systems. The subsidy guidelines have just been amended.  more

High rent increases in older buildings, significant rent decreases in new buildings - the new Berlin rent index shows a mixed picture of the housing situation in the capital.  more

Teachers are needed at Berlin's schools. Now the Senate and several universities want to work together to attract new student teachers.  more

The libraries are well frequented and the cards are extremely popular: Berlin libraries seem to be well received because they offer much more than just books.  more

People in Berlin and Brandenburg have to be prepared for a lot of rain and local storms on Wednesday.  more

The new fan miles for the UEFA Euro 2024 no longer focus purely on the masses of soccer fans who want to see Germany play. Music and films are also intended to attract other audiences.  more

The Berlin Senate Department for Education wants to provide better help to schools struggling with cases of discrimination and bullying.  more

The Senate wants to better protect Berliners from high temperatures in future with an action plan.  more

Hundreds of thousands are once again expected to attend this year's Carnival of Cultures. Road users must expect restrictions in Kreuzberg from Thursday.  more

Homeless people can now safely store their valuables in free lockers on Kreuzberg's Hafenplatz.  more

European elections are on June 9. Almost 150,000 Berliners have already applied for voting documents - significantly more than five years ago.  more

For Governing Mayor Kai Wegner, Berlin is a city of diversity and tolerance. He is convinced that homophobia and transphobia have no place here.  more

The Berlin Senate wants to commemorate a pioneer of the homosexual movement with a new day of remembrance - and also warns of the increasing cases of violence against queer people in the capital.  more

The trust center for residential care communities in Berlin has started its work. Representatives are now available to residents to advocate for their interests and needs.  more

There was a fire at a metal technology company's plant in Berlin. There was brief concern about toxic gases. Now the fire department has given the all-clear.  more