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The EU Commission has proposed legislation to provide municipalities with more clarity on restricting short-term rentals like those on Airbnb. Municipalities will need to demonstrate that these rentals burden the housing market to enforce restrictions.
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Up to 120,000 truck drivers are missing in Germany, a number expected to rise by 2035 due to retiring baby boomers. Haulage companies are seeking solutions like international recruitment and improved working time models to prevent delivery bottlenecks.
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The EU Commission is proposing new rules for short-term rental providers like Airbnb. Municipalities will be able to introduce restrictions if the housing market is strained and rents are rising.
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The number of commuters in Germany rose to 20.64 million as of June 30, 2025, an increase of approximately 50,000 people year-on-year. Munich has the highest number of commuters with over 461,000.
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Europe is tightening e-scooter regulations due to safety concerns. In Athens, 3,700 violations were recorded out of 6,127 checks, including underage riders. Paris is banning rental e-scooters, Madrid is revoking licenses, and Brussels plans a full ban from 2027.
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The Friedrich-Ebert-Bridge in Bonn was closed due to structural damage to the approach bridge's superstructure. Approximately 100,000 vehicles used the bridge daily, causing significant traffic disruptions. Demolition and reconstruction of the approach bridge are scheduled for completion in 2028, followed by the main bridge's reconstruction.
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China's automotive sector saw a 78 percent surge in exports in August, while domestic sales declined by nearly 24 percent. This highlights the challenges of China's growth model, driven by state subsidies and intense competition.
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The planned transport budget for 2027 includes cuts to rail infrastructure, bridge repairs, and climate-friendly measures. Despite a special fund for infrastructure and climate neutrality, associations and the opposition criticize the reduction of funds for maintaining and expanding the rail network, as well as for e-buses and cycling.
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Turkey plans to privatize the two Bosphorus bridges and eight highways for 30 years, with ownership remaining with the state. The awarding of operating rights is expected to be completed by the end of 2031.
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A new bike path in Ettlingen features lights that cannot be switched on due to a lack of permits and environmental concerns. Responsibility for activating the lighting remains unclear.
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