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Your festival tent could be worth cash: Decathlon offers refunds to stop field waste

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Decathlon is offering cash refunds for used tents this summer to tackle a growing environmental problem: festival-goers abandoning their gear in fields across the UK. The sporting goods retailer has updated...weiterlesen »

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$8.9bn World Cup revenue projected - but host cities face booking crisis

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FIFA expects to generate a record $8.9 billion in revenue from the 2026 World Cup, a 56% increase from the Qatar tournament. But high ticket prices, visa hurdles, and softer-than-expected hotel bookings...weiterlesen »

Shakira's "Waka Waka" comeback attempt - what you need to know about the 2026 World Cup anthems

vor 2 Stunden - upday.com

Multiple artists are releasing anthems for the 2026 World Cup summer, continuing the tradition of music accompanying football's biggest tournament. From international superstars to German Schlager icons...weiterlesen »

World Cup Fever in Vienna: Lugner City Becomes a Meeting Point for Football Fans

vor 3 Stunden - Volarberg Online

The Football World Cup is approaching – and with it begins the hunt for the last missing Panini stickers for many fans. Therefore, the official World Cup sticker exchange will take place again on Friday...weiterlesen »

SNP accused of defrauding members after Swinney admits spending ringfenced funds

vor 3 Stunden - upday.com

A pro-independence activist has reported First Minister John Swinney to Police Scotland after Swinney admitted that £600,000 raised for a referendum campaign in 2017 was spent on general party activities....weiterlesen »

Personalized tickets, fake hotels, counterfeit merch - the World Cup scam wave

vor 4 Stunden - upday.com

Saxony's consumer protection agency has warned fans about fraudulent ticket and travel offers ahead of the Football World Cup in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. The Verbraucherzentrale Sachsen cautioned...weiterlesen »

Police forced to review race guidance after murder case sparks political firestorm

vor 4 Stunden - upday.com

The National Police Chiefs' Council has announced a review of its race guidance for police forces after the document came under intense scrutiny following the murder of teenager Henry Nowak. The move comes...weiterlesen »

When club teammates become opponents - Son and Ordaz meet in World Cup preparation clash

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Several national teams completed their final World Cup preparation matches on Wednesday, including a unique friendly between South Korea and El Salvador that featured two LAFC teammates facing each other...weiterlesen »

250,000 more job losses expected as unemployment set to hit 5.8% by mid-2027

vor 5 Stunden - upday.com

One in three UK businesses are considering making staff redundant by early next year, new research reveals. The findings point to a looming wave of job cuts that could push unemployment to its highest...weiterlesen »

43% vs 40% - Burnham's knife-edge by-election could topple Starmer

vor 5 Stunden - upday.com

Residents of Makerfield are fed up with the swarm of journalists and "celebrity" politicians descending on their constituency ahead of a crucial by-election on June 18. Locals report feeling like extras...weiterlesen »

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Man City sets World Cup record with 19 players - Barcelona leads Spain with 8

vor 6 Stunden - upday.com

Manchester City has set a new record with 19 players called up to the World Cup across 12 different countries. But when examining individual top national teams, FC Barcelona emerges as the leading supplier,...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Netherlands lose to Algeria after Zidane's son pulls off stunning saves

vor 6 Stunden - upday.com

Algeria stunned the Netherlands 1-0 in a World Cup warm-up match on Wednesday in Rotterdam, ending the Dutch team's 10-game unbeaten streak with a spectacular late goal. Feyenoord winger Anis Hadj Moussa...weiterlesen »

40-year-old Neuer faces fierce criticism as Germany's World Cup keeper pick

vor 8 Stunden - upday.com

Former German goalkeeper Uli Stein has launched a scathing attack on coach Julian Nagelsmann's decision to select Manuel Neuer as starting goalkeeper for the 2026 World Cup. The 71-year-old veteran believes...weiterlesen »

Praised Mandelson privately, slammed him publicly - now ethics probe demanded for Alexander

vor 13 Stunden - upday.com

SNP Westminster leader Dave Doogan has called for an investigation into Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander over his failure to declare a meeting with Lord Peter Mandelson's lobbying firm for 18 months....weiterlesen »

Acquitted but still detained: British man's 8-year ordeal in India as Cooper heads to Delhi

vor 13 Stunden - upday.com

A British man imprisoned in India for more than eight years has sent a stark message as Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper prepares to meet Indian officials this week: "I'm stuck in a broken country with...weiterlesen »

One week out: Mexico's World Cup prep ends with Serbia test in Toluca

vor 13 Stunden - upday.com

Mexico faces Serbia on Thursday in their final preparation match before the 2026 World Cup kicks off. The game at Estadio Nemesio Diez in Toluca comes exactly one week before Mexico's tournament debut...weiterlesen »

World Cup tickets resold below price as FIFA cancels hotel blocks - club soccer overtakes tournament

vor 16 Stunden - upday.com

The World Cup is set to begin in North America, but the tournament faces an unprecedented challenge: striking lack of public interest. Thousands of tickets remain unsold, some are being resold below their...weiterlesen »

$200 vs $700 for same seats: Why are bulk World Cup tickets appearing on resale platforms?

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Ticket resale platform SeatGeek has denied allegations it is colluding with FIFA to offload unsold World Cup tickets, as controversy intensifies over the football body's dynamic pricing strategy less than...weiterlesen »

Cooper raises Jimmy Lai case in Beijing but stops short of demanding release

vor 16 Stunden - upday.com

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has vowed to continue pressing China over the detention of British citizen Jimmy Lai, resisting calls from opposition figures to demand his immediate release as she wrapped...weiterlesen »

Queen Camilla pins bravery medal on seriously ill boy, seven, at exclusive Clarence House tea party

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

A seriously ill seven-year-old boy had his bravery medal pinned on by Queen Camilla during a special tea party at Clarence House. Rupert Williams, who lives with life-threatening digestive and blood-clotting...weiterlesen »

Former MI6 chief who warned Britain to rearm against Russia dies at 62

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

Sir Alex Younger, the former head of Britain's Secret Intelligence Service, has died at the age of 62 after being treated for cancer. His family confirmed his death in Boston in the early hours of Tuesday...weiterlesen »

World Cup fans face $7,256 Final tickets and 50% hotel surges on match days

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

Hotel rooms in FIFA World Cup host cities cost about 50 percent more on game nights than on regular summer evenings, according to an analysis by The Athletic . The price surge affects all 16 host cities...weiterlesen »

Woman accusing Donaldson of rape blames herself for not reporting abuse sooner

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

A woman alleging she was raped as a child by Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has told a court she "tried not to be a victim" but now blames herself for not reporting the abuse sooner. During cross-examination at...weiterlesen »

How Trump turns sports into power plays - and why this World Cup is his ultimate opportunity

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

German journalist Ingo Zamperoni has released a new documentary examining how Donald Trump might exploit the upcoming World Cup for political gain. The "Tagesthemen" anchor traveled through the USA for...weiterlesen »

King Charles and Southgate launch 2027 youth employment programme

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

King Charles has launched a major youth employment initiative alongside Sir Gareth Southgate, bringing together young professionals, Cabinet ministers and celebrity mentors at Buckingham Palace on Wednesday....weiterlesen »

„Meals on Wheels“ in Vienna to Rely on Card Payment in the Future

vor 19 Stunden - Volarberg Online

A traditional service of Vienna’s social care is becoming more digital: The Samaritan Association Vienna, together with the payment service provider Nexi, is introducing cashless payment options for “Meals...weiterlesen »

Starmer apologises for 1972 Belfast killings: five shot by British soldiers, four unarmed

vor 20 Stunden - upday.com

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has issued a formal apology to the families of five people killed by British Army soldiers in west Belfast in 1972. The apology follows a coroner's ruling in April that...weiterlesen »

Reading enjoyment hits 20-year low as Paddington Bear becomes literacy ambassador

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Queen Camilla joined 150 volunteers and schoolchildren at the British Library on Wednesday to celebrate the National Year of Reading 2026. The highlight: cutting a cake shaped like a marmalade sandwich...weiterlesen »

Viennese Probationary License Holder Raced with Motorcycle at 180 km/h on the Country Road

vor 21 Stunden - Volarberg Online

The young Viennese was “flashed” and stopped, and according to police information on Wednesday, both the bike and the driving license have been temporarily confiscated. A report to the district authority...weiterlesen »

Many Ignore These Points on Their Smartphone

vor 21 Stunden - Volarberg Online

If you suddenly discover a green, yellow, or blue dot on your smartphone, you should take a closer look. The small symbols were introduced by Apple and Google to give users more transparency about which...weiterlesen »

Why Scotland's leader is skipping Trump this time - after multiple golf course meetings

vor 21 Stunden - upday.com

Scotland's First Minister John Swinney will not meet Donald Trump during his upcoming trip to the United States for the World Cup. He told the Press Association on Wednesday that his government has had...weiterlesen »

After Foiled Swift Attack: Prosecutor's Office Goes on the Offensive

vor 23 Stunden - Volarberg Online

The Vienna Public Prosecutor’s Office is seeking a higher sentence for the thwarted Swift attacker Beran A., who was sentenced to 15 years in prison last Thursday at the Regional Court of Wiener Neustadt....weiterlesen »

Sir Ian Cheshire appointed Ofcom chief, vows 'serious conversations' on Nigel Farage's GB News role

vor 23 Stunden - upday.com

Sir Ian Cheshire has been appointed as the new chairman of Ofcom, the UK's communications regulator. Technology Secretary Liz Kendall confirmed the 66-year-old will take over from Lord Michael Grade, whose...weiterlesen »

UK economy flirts with recession as services sector stalls amid Iran war fallout

vor 23 Stunden - upday.com

UK services activity has declined for the first time in over a year, ending a 13-month growth streak as the Iran war and political uncertainty weigh on businesses. The S&P Global UK services PMI survey...weiterlesen »

The World Cup team where only one player was actually born in the country

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Curaçao will make history at the 2026 World Cup as the smallest nation by population ever to compete in the tournament. The Caribbean island of just 155,000 people has qualified for Group E, where they...weiterlesen »

Cocaine Trade in Vienna: Two Arrests Following Police Operation

vor 24 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Officers from the Task Force for Combating Street Crime (EGS) observed a suspected drug trade on Tuesday morning in the area of Brigittenauer Lände. According to the police, there was a scene-typical exchange...weiterlesen »

Man Threatens Pedestrians in Vienna: Police Find Knife in Sock

vor 24 Stunden - Volarberg Online

A police operation in Vienna-Brigittenau on Tuesday evening led to the arrest of a 46-year-old man. He is suspected of threatening several passersby with a knife. The incident is said to have occurred...weiterlesen »

Eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Messi honored with Princess of Asturias Award

vor 24 Stunden - upday.com

Lionel Messi has been awarded the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports, adding another prestigious honor to his extraordinary career. The jury recognized the Argentine footballer for his exceptional...weiterlesen »

31 stab wounds and a gas explosion - how rage killed charity founder in Stoke Newington

vor 24 Stunden - upday.com

An electrician has been found guilty of murdering his partner by stabbing her 31 times before triggering a gas explosion that destroyed their London home. Clifton George, 45, killed Annabel Rook, 46, during...weiterlesen »

Fragile US-Iran ceasefire shatters as missiles target Kuwait and Bahrain

vor 24 Stunden - upday.com

Kuwait's air defenses are actively repelling missile and drone attacks from Iran, the Kuwaiti military confirmed early Wednesday. The attacks targeted US military bases near Kuwait City, escalating tensions...weiterlesen »

Man is said to have threatened the victim and his brothers multiple times

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Officers from the Favoriten City Police Command were called to the Viktor-Adler-Markt on Tuesday evening around 7:45 PM due to a confrontation between several men. When the police arrived, a 28-year-old...weiterlesen »

Heat Becomes a Growing Challenge for Schools

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

74 percent had difficulty concentrating, 74 percent suffered from fatigue and exhaustion, and 58 percent from headaches. 66 percent find it difficult to follow the lessons, said the surveyed children according...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? AI songs are now more popular than FIFA's World Cup anthem

vor einem Tag - upday.com

AI-generated fan anthems are flooding social media ahead of the 2026 Football World Cup, with many fans favoring these simple, catchy songs over the official FIFA anthem. The trend has sparked concern...weiterlesen »

Motorcyclist Died in Accident in Lower Austria; Viennese Cyclist Resuscitated After Crash

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

A 65-year-old man died on Tuesday in an accident with his motorcycle in the municipality of Jaidhof (Krems district). According to police reports on Wednesday, the man from the Horn district collided with...weiterlesen »

Currys appoints Nordic turnaround leader Fredrik Tonnesen as new CEO

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Currys has appointed Fredrik Tonnesen as its new chief executive, promoting the leader who turned around the electronics retailer's Nordic business to replace Alex Baldock, who is departing after eight...weiterlesen »

Gary Lineker lands £14m Netflix deal for World Cup podcast from Times Square

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Gary Lineker has signed a £14 million deal with Netflix to produce a daily World Cup podcast from Manhattan's Times Square following his departure from the BBC in 2025. The former England striker will...weiterlesen »

New World Cup Prediction: Who Researchers Say Will Become World Champion

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Who will be the Football World Champion 2026? This question has been explored by a research team led by Achim Zeileis from the University of Innsbruck and Andreas Groll from TU Dortmund using artificial...weiterlesen »

Mexico hosts World Cup in cartel-controlled cities - 130,000 missing, mass graves found near stadium

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Mexico is preparing to host World Cup matches in June while drug cartels exert control over parts of the country, creating security concerns for the global sporting event. Over 130,000 people are missing...weiterlesen »

Decline of International Guests Affects Vienna's Gastronomy

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

“Many people think of energy prices or stock market prices first when it comes to geopolitical crises. In Vienna, we are now seeing the effects directly on international guests, reservations, and consumer...weiterlesen »

ÖAMTC: Diesel Cheaper in May, Gasoline More Expensive – Fuel Prices Rising Again Now

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Those who regularly refuel in Austria experienced an unusual development in May: While diesel became significantly cheaper, gasoline drivers had to dig deeper into their pockets. This is shown by the current...weiterlesen »

Austria Reaches Passport Milestone

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

The Austrian passport has reached a significant milestone. Since the introduction of the new design at the end of 2023, two million documents have already been issued. The two-millionth copy went to a...weiterlesen »

£10m penalty: Ovo Energy left vulnerable households at 'clear risk of harm', regulator finds

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Ovo Energy has agreed to pay more than £10 million after Britain's energy regulator Ofgem found the supplier failed to adequately monitor vulnerable customers on prepayment meters, putting them at "clear...weiterlesen »

35.1C spring record broken - Met Office warns second heatwave could hit UK this summer

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The UK experienced its warmest spring on record, and forecasters now predict a second heatwave could hit the country this summer. The Met Office's latest three-month outlook indicates above-average temperatures...weiterlesen »

What the Iran conflict means for your energy bills, food costs and UK jobs

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The UK economy is set to slow this year compared to 2025, though the OECD has raised its growth forecast after stronger first-quarter performance. The organization warned that the Iran conflict poses mounting...weiterlesen »

Beckham receives Hollywood Walk of Fame star hours before World Cup kickoff

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English football icon David Beckham will receive a star on Hollywood's legendary Walk of Fame on June 12, just hours before the FIFA World Cup kicks off in the United States. The ceremony recognizes the...weiterlesen »

Rashford's £26m Barcelona dilemma looms as England reveal World Cup squad numbers

vor einem Tag - upday.com

England's World Cup squad numbers have been revealed ahead of the tournament starting next week, offering insight into Thomas Tuchel's thinking for the opening match against Croatia on June 17. The team...weiterlesen »

Mexico poses at Sun Stone, South Africa gets mariachi welcome as four World Cup teams arrive

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Teams from four continents have converged on Mexico as the 2026 FIFA World Cup enters its final countdown. With less than nine days until kickoff, Mexico, South Africa, Japan and Iran have arrived at their...weiterlesen »

Buried Female Corpse in Münchendorf: Autopsy Ordered

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

The discovery is causing a stir: Last week, a woman’s body was found in Münchendorf (Mödling district), which, according to media reports, was said to have been encased in a house wall. The Vienna Public...weiterlesen »

Only 28% of Americans plan to watch World Cup despite hosting tournament starting June 11

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Despite hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup in just over a week, fewer than three in ten Americans plan to watch the tournament. A Pew Research Center survey found only 28 percent of US adults will follow...weiterlesen »

Arsenal sends 16 players to World Cup as squads confirmed - Athletic Club hits 76-year high

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Arsenal will send 16 players to the FIFA World Cup 2026 as all 48 nations have now confirmed their final 26-player squads. The tournament kicks off June 11 across the United States, Canada and Mexico....weiterlesen »

All 48 World Cup squads finalized - rosters locked ahead of June 11 kickoff

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in eight days with a historic expansion to 48 teams and 104 matches across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The tournament runs from June 11 to July 19, marking...weiterlesen »

Bundesliga clubs to receive €21 million from FIFA for World Cup players - Bayern leads with €3.8 million

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Bundesliga clubs will receive millions in compensation from FIFA for players participating in the upcoming World Cup in North America. Bayern Munich leads German clubs with nearly 3.81 million euros for...weiterlesen »

World Cup rosters finalized - teams complete final preparations ahead of June 11 kickoff

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in just eight days, marking the largest tournament in football history. Forty-eight national teams will compete across the United States, Canada, and Mexico from June...weiterlesen »

Black men twice as likely to die from prostate cancer - but excluded from screening

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Health Secretary James Murray has accepted a controversial recommendation to screen only a few thousand high-risk men for prostate cancer, while announcing £20 million to expand research trials for black...weiterlesen »

That iconic Gazza tears moment? The shirt is now Sports Direct's hottest retro seller

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Sports Direct has revealed that Paul Gascoigne's iconic Italia '90 England shirt is now its best-selling retro football top, as World Cup fever drives unprecedented demand for classic football designs....weiterlesen »

54% of US immigrants plan to watch World Cup - but only 23% of native-born Americans will tune in

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The 2026 FIFA World Cup faces a surprising challenge in one of its host nations. Despite the tournament taking place on American soil for the first time in 32 years, fewer than 30 percent of US adults...weiterlesen »

World Cup 2026 kicks off June 11: 48 teams compete for record $871m prize money

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup will make history as the largest tournament ever, featuring 48 teams competing across 104 matches in three host nations. The tournament runs from June 11 to July 19, with Mexico,...weiterlesen »

World Cup kicks off in 8 days as model predicts host Mexico's early exit

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on June 11 with Mexico facing South Africa at Estadio Ciudad de México. The tournament marks a historic milestone as the first World Cup hosted by three nations and the...weiterlesen »

Italy fields team with 20.5 average age in radical rebuild after third World Cup miss

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Silvio Baldini will lead Italy's senior national team tomorrow evening in a friendly against Luxembourg. The Under-21 coach steps in as interim successor to Gennaro Gattuso, whose tenure ended after Italy...weiterlesen »

Dedicated Argentina fans complete epic 10-month journey across 17 countries for World Cup

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Vicente Conculini, Yamandu Martinez and Miguel Silio completed a 10-month journey to Kansas City, Missouri on June 2, travelling 10,500 miles across 17 countries, carrying camping gear and clothes on their...weiterlesen »

World Cup prize money jumps $144m as FIFA announces record $871 million pool

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in eight days with Mexico facing South Africa on June 11 at Estadio Ciudad de México. The tournament marks historic firsts: 48 teams instead of 32, 104 matches across...weiterlesen »

2026 World Cup starts in nine days with three opening ceremonies - Katy Perry, J Balvin, Alanis Morissette to perform

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in nine days, marking the first time three nations have jointly hosted the tournament. The United States, Mexico, and Canada will share hosting duties for a competition...weiterlesen »

FIFA finalizes record $871 million prize pool days before 2026 World Cup kickoff in Mexico City

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off June 11 in Mexico City, launching a historic tournament that will span three nations for the first time. The expanded 48-team competition runs through July 19 across the...weiterlesen »

Why Switzerland left four young talents home - and what Yakin fears most

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Switzerland's national football coach Murat Yakin has made a controversial bet for the upcoming World Cup. He has excluded several promising young talents in favor of experienced players, prioritizing...weiterlesen »

The model that called Germany 2014, France 2018, Argentina 2022 - now it predicts Mexico's early exit

vor einem Tag - upday.com

A mathematical model that correctly predicted the last three World Cup champions forecasts a disappointing tournament for Mexico in 2026, projecting the host nation will be eliminated in the round of 32...weiterlesen »

Air Conditioning in Vienna's Municipal Buildings: Chamber of Civil Engineers Calls for Long-Term Solutions

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

The City of Vienna is opening its municipal buildings for the installation of air conditioning units . Wiener Wohnen will soon allow the installation of such devices under clearly defined conditions. Until...weiterlesen »

What Harry Kane said when he saw his Madame Tussauds waxwork for the first time

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Harry Kane has been immortalised as a waxwork at Madame Tussauds in London – and the England captain says seeing his lifelike replica is "like looking in a mirror." The unveiling comes ahead of the World...weiterlesen »

UK public to choose: Dolphins, sharks or puffins to replace Churchill and Austen on banknotes

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The Bank of England has launched a public consultation on which animals should appear on the next series of banknotes, replacing the historical figures that have featured since 1970. Dolphins, foxes, butterflies,...weiterlesen »

Spain's World Cup edge? De la Fuente reveals what's changed since Euro glory

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Spain's national team coach Luis de la Fuente believes his squad is better prepared for the 2026 World Cup than when they won Euro 2024. The 64-year-old told Cadena SER's 'El Larguero' that increased maturity,...weiterlesen »

What Davina McCall told Princess Kate about going public with cancer diagnosis

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The Princess of Wales and TV presenter Davina McCall discussed their personal cancer experiences at a reception celebrating Cancer Research UK's 125th anniversary. The gathering at London's St James's...weiterlesen »

US bars IRGC-linked officials from Iran's World Cup delegation as team trains in Mexico

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The United States will deny entry to Iranians with ties to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) who attempt to join Iran's World Cup delegation. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the policy...weiterlesen »

1,500 cargo ships stranded as Rubio questions UK-France plan to secure Hormuz Strait

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has branded a proposed UK-France mission to secure the Strait of Hormuz a "catch-22". The diplomatic criticism targets plans to deploy naval escorts in the critical waterway...weiterlesen »

10 days before World Cup: Teachers clash with police as Mexico City fan zone threatened

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Mexican police deployed tear gas against protesting teachers in the capital ten days before the country hosts the Football World Cup opening match. The clash erupted Monday when demonstrators broke through...weiterlesen »

17,000-square-foot whale mural destroyed for World Cup art - now artist wants $25 million

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Marine artist Robert Wyland has filed a $25 million lawsuit against FIFA and several other organizations after his iconic Dallas mural was painted over last month to make way for World Cup-related artwork....weiterlesen »

Only 6% of World Cup train tickets sold as MetLife Stadium faces transport crisis

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New Jersey Transit has sold fewer than 6% of train tickets for World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium, raising concerns about a looming transportation crisis as the tournament approaches. As of Monday at...weiterlesen »

FIFA introduces AI technology for 2026 World Cup: Smart ball, offside alerts and player avatars

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature Trionda, an AI-powered football that transmits 500 data points per second to help referees make faster and more accurate decisions. The connected ball, developed by...weiterlesen »

70,000 dead but minister's Gaza warnings dismissed as 'hysterical' in leaked texts

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Wes Streeting has revealed he felt like he was "hitting up against a brick wall" when he raised concerns about the Gaza war while serving as health secretary. The admission comes after WhatsApp messages...weiterlesen »

$1,000 for the cheapest seat: Scotland fans pay top-10 World Cup prices despite 28-year wait

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Scotland's devoted football supporters are paying some of the highest ticket prices at the 2026 World Cup despite their nation's relatively small population and 28-year absence from the tournament. The...weiterlesen »

57 goals for Iran, dropped for one photo: Azmoun excluded from World Cup over UAE PM post

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Iran's top striker Sardar Azmoun has been excluded from the national team's World Cup squad for political reasons, the BBC reported. The 31-year-old, who plays for Shabab Al Ahli in Dubai, posted a photo...weiterlesen »

$178,000 fine upheld but stadium closure lifted: Mexico can play World Cup opener

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Mexico's football federation has lost its appeal against FIFA fines for homophobic fan chants. The Court of Arbitration for Sport upheld $178,000 in financial penalties on Tuesday but lifted a stadium...weiterlesen »

Why millions in Latin America pray to soccer players like saints

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Santiago García stood in his grandmother's intensive care room and took off his beloved Boca Juniors necklace. He placed it around her neck and whispered: "Boca will save you." And it did, García said,...weiterlesen »

De la Fuente vows to carry Merino to World Cup despite 4-month injury absence

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Spain's national team has assembled for World Cup 2026 with Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino joining training despite minimal match fitness - a gamble coach Luis de la Fuente is willing to take in a tournament...weiterlesen »

1,248 players named for 2026 World Cup as 891 debutants set to make tournament history

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FIFA has released the official squad lists for the 2026 World Cup, revealing a record 1,248 players from 48 nations will compete in the tournament. The expanded format has brought 891 players making their...weiterlesen »

Ghana names Partey to World Cup squad despite facing seven rape charges and one sexual assault charge

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Ghana has named Thomas Partey to its 26-player squad for the 2026 World Cup despite the midfielder facing seven counts of rape and one count of sexual assault. The controversial selection comes as Partey...weiterlesen »

Soldier dies after fall at Royal Windsor Horse Show where King Charles was present

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Lance Bombardier Ciara Sullivan was laid to rest with full military honors at The Guards' Chapel in central London. The 24-year-old soldier died after falling from her horse at the Royal Windsor Horse...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? This World Cup player now has more followers than all of New Zealand's rugby stars

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A New Zealand footballer has become an unlikely social media sensation ahead of the men's World Cup, with his Instagram following exploding from 4,000 to over 4.3 million in just days. Tim Payne, a 32-year-old...weiterlesen »

Scotland prepare for first World Cup in 28 years as Clarke faces crucial lineup decisions against Bolivia

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Scotland faces Bolivia on Saturday in their final World Cup warm-up match as head coach Steve Clarke makes crucial last-minute decisions before the tournament begins. The match in Harrison, New Jersey,...weiterlesen »

Vienna at Risk of Significantly Missing Important Traffic Target

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Vienna wants to significantly reduce the share of car trips by 2030. But new figures show that the city is currently far from achieving this goal. According to the current modal split, which records the...weiterlesen »

2026 World Cup: 10-second substitution rule and 5-second limits for set pieces

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Football's 2026 World Cup will introduce strict new rules to combat time-wasting and unsportsmanlike behavior. The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has approved the regulations, which take...weiterlesen »

Why German broadcasters are spending big on World Cup experts like Klopp and Müller

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German television broadcasters have assembled a star-studded lineup of former players and coaches for their 2026 World Cup coverage, with Telekom making the biggest splash by signing Jürgen Klopp and Thomas...weiterlesen »

Messi races against time as hamstring injury threatens Argentina's World Cup opener

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Lionel Messi is racing against time to be fit for Argentina's World Cup title defense. The 38-year-old captain trained separately from the squad in Kansas City on Monday due to left hamstring inflammation,...weiterlesen »

Julian le Play surprises fans with concert on the Mahü

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

An unusual scene unfolded on Tuesday afternoon with a spontaneous concert on Vienna’s Mariahilfer Straße. The Austrian musician Julian le Play unexpectedly performed on a balcony of the Freiraum restaurant,...weiterlesen »

10-second rule costs Iceland as Japan scores winner with 11 vs 10

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Japan exploited a new substitution rule to defeat Iceland 1-0 in a friendly match on Sunday. The victory showcased how upcoming regulatory changes could dramatically impact match dynamics at the 2026 World...weiterlesen »

London's Royal Exchange up for sale - luxury hub with Hermès and Tiffany at 99% occupancy

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The retail space at London's historic Royal Exchange has been put up for sale by its US owner, four years after acquiring the landmark property for close to £50 million. The Ardent Companies has hired...weiterlesen »

Britain must install heat pumps and cut meat to hit new 2040 climate goal

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The UK government has committed to a legally binding target to cut the country's planet-heating emissions by 87% by 2040, Energy Secretary Ed Miliband announced Tuesday. The ambitious goal comes amid sharp...weiterlesen »

Senegal announces World Cup squad as Mané confirms final tournament at 34

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Senegal has unveiled its squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, with captain Sadio Mané set to lead the Lions of Teranga in what he has confirmed will be his final major tournament. The team debuts in...weiterlesen »

Wait, Grimace is a football legend? McDonald's World Cup cups feature mascot alongside Beckham

vor einem Tag - upday.com

McDonald's is launching special FIFA World Cup 2026 themed meals and collectible cups featuring football legends across global markets. The fast-food chain, an official sponsor of the tournament, starts...weiterlesen »

Pensioners operated cannabis plantation and sold marijuana in Vienna: Prison sentences

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

While the other two accepted their sentences, the third defendant filed an appeal and a nullity complaint. The Eisenstadt Public Prosecutor’s Office did not make any statements regarding all three. The...weiterlesen »

Special Moment for Vienna: Pope Bestows the Pallium on Grünwidl

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Pope Leo XIV will confer the “pallium” insignia on the metropolitan archbishops appointed in the past twelve months on June 29. Among them is the Archbishop of Vienna, Josef Grünwidl, as reported by the...weiterlesen »

Austria's Largest Private University: British Investor Takes Over Sigmund Freud Private University in Vienna

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

The Sigmund Freud Private University (SFU) has a new owner. The British investment firm Oakley Capital is taking over the operating company of the SFU, previously held by the founding trio Alfred Pritz,...weiterlesen »

Otto Waalkes brings humor to the Vienna Albertina with his own art

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

“Otto has always declared that he is such a big fan of the Albertina,” said General Director Ralph Gleis on the sidelines of the press conference to the APA. “And we have 250 years of the founding of this...weiterlesen »

Chuckle Brother resists 'To me, to you' joke with King Charles at MBE ceremony

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Paul Elliott resisted the urge to use the Chuckle Brothers' legendary "To me, to you" catchphrase when King Charles handed him an MBE on Tuesday. The 78-year-old comedian decided against it after considering...weiterlesen »

Stiftung Warentest: This is the Best Milk Chocolate

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Chocolate is a part of everyday life for many. But which milk chocolate offers the best overall package of taste, quality, and ingredients? Stiftung Warentest pursued this question and took a closer look...weiterlesen »

Summer Start with Rain: This Is Not a Good Sign

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

This year, summer in Austria begins with an umbrella instead of sunglasses. Right on time for the meteorological start of summer on June 1st, clouds, rain, and comparatively cool temperatures dominated...weiterlesen »

Mysterious Discovery in the Caribbean Causes a Stir in the Tech Scene

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

An unusual find is currently causing a stir in the tech world. As Randy Pitchford, co-founder of the video game developer Gearbox, reports on the platform X, a smartwatch was discovered on the seabed off...weiterlesen »

Record Rush at WU Vienna

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

The Vienna University of Economics and Business (WU) records a new registration record for the academic year 2025/26. Nearly 13,000 prospective students have registered for the admission procedures of...weiterlesen »

Stalking allegations probed after woman and ex-partner die in Bristol explosion

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The police watchdog has launched an investigation into the deaths of a woman and her former partner killed in an explosion at a Bristol home – examining years of prior police contact with the couple. Jo...weiterlesen »

200 Jobs in Vienna Gone: WKÖ Launches Biggest Savings Plan in Years

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

As already reported, savings will also be made in the Federal Chamber in Vienna. There, 200 out of 800 positions will be cut by the end of 2027, according to the Chamber’s statement to the APA. The job...weiterlesen »

USA: JOLTs (offene Stellen) sehr stark

vor einem Tag - Finanzmarktwelt

Neue Daten zum Arbeitsmarkt in den USA: Die JOLTs (offene Stellen in den USA für Juni) sind deutlich höher als erwartet, sie liegen bei 7,6 Millionen (Prognose war 6,82 Millionen, Vormonat war 6,866 Millionen)....weiterlesen »

£400k SNP fraud: Murrell bought £124k motorhome, drove it 4 miles and left it unused

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Scotland's First Minister John Swinney has expressed his "horror" at the "colossal breach of trust" committed by Peter Murrell, the former SNP chief executive who admitted embezzling £400,310.65 from the...weiterlesen »

First Witness Statements in Vienna Torture Trial

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

From August 2011, a change in the handling of demonstrators could be observed. Orders were sent directly from Damascus to the intelligence organizations. For example, specific instructions were issued...weiterlesen »

75-year-old football icon forced to confirm illness after tech mishap goes public

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Sir Kenny Dalglish has revealed he is undergoing cancer treatment after an inadvertent social media post forced the 75-year-old football legend to confirm his diagnosis publicly. The news became known...weiterlesen »

Wiener Neustadt Gets New Provost

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

In the provost and main parish of Wiener Neustadt, there is a significant change. Thomas Renner will become the new provost on September 1st, succeeding Franz Xaver Brandmayr. Brandmayr is leaving Wiener...weiterlesen »

Attempted Child Abductions in Vienna's Danube Park: This is How the Police React

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Last Friday at 12:45 PM, the nine-year-old became a victim of attempted abduction by an unknown person near the Papstwiese. The man allegedly spoke to the girl and lured her away from a daycare group before...weiterlesen »

Vienna Launches Preventive Pilot Project for Colon Cancer Screening

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

“For years, we have wished for and demanded an Austria-wide model of colorectal cancer screening, similar to mammography screening. Unfortunately, it seemed that this was not possible nationwide for monetary...weiterlesen »

First World Cup since 1998: These Bundesliga Players Are in the Final Round

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

At the World Cup starting on June 11 in the USA, Mexico, and Canada, eight players will be seen who were active in the Austrian league this season. A quintet without World Cup experience does not wear...weiterlesen »

Citizenship Boom in Vienna: Applications Increase Massively

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

In Vienna, more and more people want to acquire Austrian citizenship. The number of naturalization applications increased significantly in 2025. According to the responsible municipal department 35 (MA...weiterlesen »

440lb cage collapsed on Paralympian's head - and it had fallen before with no action taken

vor einem Tag - upday.com

UK Athletics has been fined £350,000 for the corporate manslaughter of a Paralympian who died when a 440lb practice cage collapsed on his head. Father-of-five Abdullah Hayayei, 36, was killed in what a...weiterlesen »

The messages that could end a career: Alexander's private praise for disgraced Mandelson revealed

vor einem Tag - upday.com

SNP MP Kirsty Blackman has called for Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander to resign over what she described as "sycophantic and pitiful messages" to Lord Peter Mandelson. The demand comes after documents...weiterlesen »

Nova Rock and Frequency Refund Controversial Waste Deposit

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Anyone who paid a so-called “waste deposit” or “waste contribution” at the Nova Rock or Frequency Festival in recent years can now reclaim their money. The Association for Consumer Information (VKI) has...weiterlesen »

From Channel 5 CEO to arts champion: Why Dawn Airey's appointment matters now

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Dawn Airey will replace Sir Nicholas Serota as chair of Arts Council England, beginning a four-year term on August 1. The appointment marks a leadership transition at a pivotal moment for Britain's arts...weiterlesen »

UK mortgage approvals hit 15-month high despite rising rates - 65,945 loans approved in April

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UK mortgage approvals surged to a 15-month high in April, defying rising borrowing costs and global uncertainty. Banks and building societies granted 65,945 home loans, the highest level since January...weiterlesen »

Cooper breaks ranks: Mandelson should never have been made US ambassador

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Lord Peter Mandelson should "never have been appointed" as ambassador to the United States, Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper said during a trip to Beijing where she discussed the disclosure of messages...weiterlesen »

Three Police Officers Injured: Arrest in Vienna-Floridsdorf Escalates

vor 2 Tagen - Volarberg Online

A police operation in Vienna-Floridsdorf escalated on Monday morning. Three officers were injured during an arrest, two of whom subsequently had to be treated in the hospital. The trigger for the operation...weiterlesen »

$900bn valuation despite losses - Anthropic's IPO filing sparks bubble warnings

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

AI giant Anthropic has filed confidentially for a public stock offering with the US Securities and Exchange Commission, positioning itself ahead of rival OpenAI in the race to Wall Street. The company...weiterlesen »

Hammer Attack in Donaustadt: Man Injured During Apartment Visit

vor 2 Tagen - Volarberg Online

According to initial investigations, the incident occurred on June 1, 2026, around 8:50 PM in Vienna-Donaustadt. A 36-year-old Serbian national reportedly visited his ex-girlfriend’s apartment to return...weiterlesen »

Opel celebrates ‘60 Years of Opel in Kaiserslautern’ on June 20

vor 2 Tagen - life PR

June 3, 1966: Official opening of the Opel plant in Kaiserslautern Ongoing success story: Site today as an important parts supplier in the group June 20, 2026: Open day with employees, families and the...weiterlesen »

Nine Months from Beginner to Award Winner

vor 2 Tagen - European News Agency

Novi Sad [ENA] Just nine months after beginning piano lessons, nine-year-old Hannah Aleksandrovich earned a perfect score of 100 points at the International Isidor Bajić Festival in Novi Sad. Her performance...weiterlesen »