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The Berlin-Brandenburg Transport Association records more than four million journeys by its customers every day. From January 1, many of them will have to prepare for higher fares.  more

Passengers on Berlin's S-Bahn can now see, at 14 stations, how full the cars of the next train are and what the situation is like on subsequent trains.  more

The last weekend in September is all about the marathon in Berlin. Even before tens of thousands of runners take to the course, road users should be prepared for traffic disruptions.  more

The most beautiful walking routes are sometimes right on your doorstep. Yet many people are unaware of them. That is now set to change in the capital.  more

Since 2018, Housing First has been helping homeless people in Berlin to make a fresh start. Demand is high, but the resources available to the charities are limited.  more

As the race to secure Germany’s Olympic bid enters its final stages, there is a flurry of promotional activity in Berlin. Companies, clubs and social organisations are now showing their support.  more

Demonstrations, police protection, a unique cultural offering: as the capital, Berlin incurs additional costs. A new financial subsidy from the federal government has now been negotiated to cover these.  more

Berlin is responding to high levels of drug use. Support services are also to be expanded for other addictions.  more

Anyone in Berlin who still wants to vote by post now needs to be careful. Here’s what the State Electoral Office recommends to ensure your vote isn’t lost.  more

No need to apply for travel authorisation any more, less paperwork: what the new BVG ticket on the pupil ID card means for children, parents and schools.  more

Don’t be alarmed: the sirens will be wailing in Berlin again this week. This is part of a nationwide test.  more

Following the cyberattack on the Berlin administration, the Senate has given the all-clear: according to State Secretary for Digital Affairs Hauer, no data relevant to national security has been stolen.  more

The hacker group's ultimatum to the Berlin Senate has expired. Following the unsuccessful extortion attempt, the data has been released. Those affected will be contacted.  more

Talking about the future of the neighbourhood on the tram or the S-Bahn: that is the idea behind a new dialogue project in Marzahn-Hellersdorf and Lichtenberg. Facilitators invite passengers to join in the conversation.  more

Anyone travelling in Berlin and Brandenburg today should be prepared for unpleasant weather: rain, isolated thunderstorms and gusty winds are sweeping across the region.  more