Kinahan gang figure who directed murder plot learns fate...

Kinahan gang figure who directed murder plot learns fate after becoming victim himself

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A senior figure in the notorious Kinahan organized crime gang is expected to learn his sentence Monday for directing criminal activities linked to Ireland's deadly gangland feud. Sean McGovern, 40, described...weiterlesen »

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Chris Hoy defies terminal cancer diagnosis: 'Plenty of life left in us'

vor 7 Stunden - upday.com

Six-time Olympic gold medallist Sir Chris Hoy has declared "there's plenty of life left in us" as he works to challenge how people view those living with stage four cancer. The cyclist spoke to the Press...weiterlesen »

97% of shipyard logistics staff back strike over Royal Navy frigate construction sites

vor 7 Stunden - upday.com

Shipyard support staff will strike from Monday at BAE Systems facilities on the upper Clyde, threatening further delays to the construction of HMS Glasgow and seven other Royal Navy frigates. The workers...weiterlesen »

England are World Cup favorites - so why are only one in five fans backing them to win?

vor 7 Stunden - upday.com

Only a fifth of England fans are backing the Three Lions to win the FIFA World Cup despite the team being among the favorites, trailing far behind rivals when it comes to patriotic betting. The findings...weiterlesen »

Tuchel picks Rice over Bellingham for vice-captain role - here's why it matters

vor 11 Stunden - upday.com

Declan Rice has been named England's vice-captain for the World Cup 2026 campaign by manager Thomas Tuchel. The Arsenal player takes on the leadership role as England prepares for their opening match against...weiterlesen »

Alicia Hempleman-Adams becomes first British woman to cross the Atlantic by hydrogen balloon

vor 12 Stunden - upday.com

A British adventurer has become the first woman from Britain to cross the Atlantic Ocean by hydrogen balloon. Alicia Hempleman-Adams from Bath landed with her teammates Bert Padelt and Peter Cuneo in Bastendorf,...weiterlesen »

Adams and Shankland both shine - but who starts for Scotland against Haiti?

vor 13 Stunden - upday.com

Che Adams scored twice as Scotland cruised to a 4-0 victory over Bolivia in their final World Cup warm-up match on Saturday in New Jersey. The Torino striker now hopes his performance has secured him a...weiterlesen »

Trump once played on a multicultural soccer team - now his World Cup faces human rights warnings

vor 13 Stunden - upday.com

Donald Trump's history with soccer runs deeper than his current political theater suggests. As the 2026 World Cup approaches, the US President who once played the sport as a teenager now stands at the...weiterlesen »

2 killed, 11 wounded as Israel hits Beirut homes in most serious breach since ceasefire

vor 14 Stunden - upday.com

Israel has struck residential areas in southern Beirut, killing at least two people and wounding 11 others, just weeks after a ceasefire agreement between Lebanon and Israel took effect. The Sunday airstrikes...weiterlesen »

More Inspections Instead of Austerity Measures Demanded

vor 15 Stunden - Volarberg Online

The Vienna Chamber of Labour calls for an expansion rather than cuts in workplace inspections and wage controls. The background is discussions about personnel cuts in the double budget. From the AK’s perspective,...weiterlesen »

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Algeria rewards Petkovic with contract extension to 2028 after 24 wins in 31 games

vor 15 Stunden - upday.com

The Algerian Football Federation has extended coach Vladimir Petkovic's contract until July 2028, just days before the national team begins its World Cup campaign. The move signals confidence in the 62-year-old...weiterlesen »

"My life stood still": Widow's grief endures 30 years after IRA murdered detective

vor 17 Stunden - upday.com

Ireland marked the 30th anniversary of Detective Garda Jerry McCabe's murder on Sunday with mass and remembrance events in Limerick. The father-of-five was shot dead by a Provisional IRA gang during a...weiterlesen »

FIFA chases 60 fans for free tickets - while tens of thousands remain unsold

vor 17 Stunden - upday.com

FIFA has mistakenly issued about 60 World Cup tickets without charge due to a payment processing error - and now wants affected buyers to pay up. The ticketing mishap comes as the soccer governing body...weiterlesen »

He refereed the World Cup final in 2022 - now he says reaching another is almost impossible

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

Polish referee Szymon Marciniak will officiate at his third World Cup when the tournament kicks off in the USA, Canada, and Mexico on June 11. The 45-year-old from Płock, who refereed the 2022 final between...weiterlesen »

Tuchel slams England's 'freestyle' play despite win over New Zealand

vor 19 Stunden - upday.com

England secured a 1-0 win over New Zealand in Tampa, but coach Thomas Tuchel delivered a blunt assessment of his team's performance. The manager criticized his players for abandoning tactical discipline...weiterlesen »

3 strikes in 12 months: Why German soccer star Laura Freigang could miss 2027 World Cup

vor 19 Stunden - upday.com

German national soccer player Laura Freigang has publicly addressed allegations over missed anti-doping tests that could result in a two-year ban from the sport. The 28-year-old Eintracht Frankfurt striker...weiterlesen »

Lammy backs Starmer as 'most resilient person I've ever met' amid leadership threat

vor 20 Stunden - upday.com

Labour leader Keir Starmer has vowed to "fight" in any leadership challenge, as internal party tensions escalate. Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy pledged his support for Starmer, while Greater Manchester...weiterlesen »

What Xhaka told his Switzerland teammates - and why Yakin stayed calm

vor 20 Stunden - upday.com

Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka has issued a stark warning to his teammates following their underwhelming 1-1 draw against Australia in San Diego on Saturday. The midfielder publicly criticized the team's...weiterlesen »

US Vice President blamed migration for murder by British-born man

vor 21 Stunden - upday.com

Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy has told US Vice President JD Vance he was wrong to link the murder of Henry Nowak to mass migration. In a phone call on Saturday, Lammy challenged Vance's claim that...weiterlesen »

The Uncomfortable Truth About E-Bike Batteries

vor 22 Stunden - Volarberg Online

E-mountain bikes are booming. They enable longer tours, more elevation gain, and are considered a climate-friendly alternative to cars. But ironically, their most important component is increasingly raising...weiterlesen »

Schweinsteiger sets semi-final target for Germany after decade of quarter-final struggles

vor 22 Stunden - upday.com

Bastian Schweinsteiger has set modest expectations for Germany's World Cup campaign. The former World Cup winner considers reaching the semi-finals a significant achievement, pointing to the team's inconsistent...weiterlesen »

Keane fears searing heat could derail England as key players look jaded ahead of World Cup

vor 22 Stunden - upday.com

Roy Keane has raised significant concerns about England's World Cup prospects, warning that extreme heat and player fatigue could derail their tournament campaign. The ITV pundit identified two critical...weiterlesen »

Why Schweinsteiger doesn't see Germany as World Cup favorites - and what must change

vor 23 Stunden - upday.com

Bastian Schweinsteiger has set modest expectations for Germany at the 2026 World Cup, saying a semi-final appearance would represent a significant achievement. The former World Cup winner based his assessment...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? US Defense chief calls migration an 'invasion' at D-Day memorial

vor 23 Stunden - upday.com

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has sparked outrage by comparing migration to a military invasion during D-Day commemorations in France. Speaking at the Normandy American Cemetery on the 82nd anniversary...weiterlesen »

MPs condemn MoD over £6.3bn Ajax vehicle causing soldier symptoms and missing defence plan

vor 23 Stunden - upday.com

British lawmakers have sharply criticized the Ministry of Defence over ongoing safety concerns with the Army's £6.3 billion Ajax armoured vehicle and delays in publishing a critical defence investment...weiterlesen »

Rare Planetary Encounter Enthralls Star Fans

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

According to the Vienna Working Group for Astronomy (WAA), this striking double star is best seen between June 7 and 11 from 9:30 PM to 10:30 PM in the west-northwest. The closest distance between the...weiterlesen »

Nine wins in a row - yet Nagelsmann identifies clear weaknesses before World Cup

vor 24 Stunden - upday.com

Germany secured a 2-1 victory over the USA in their final World Cup warm-up match in Chicago, extending their winning streak to nine games. But coach Julian Nagelsmann identified clear areas for improvement...weiterlesen »

June 18 by-election could trigger Labour leadership race between Burnham, Starmer and Streeting

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Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has confirmed he would enter a Labour leadership race if he wins the Makerfield by-election on June 18. The statement, made in response to direct questioning during...weiterlesen »

96% of SoFi Stadium workers back strike one week before World Cup opener

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Nearly 2,000 food service workers at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles have authorized a potential strike just one week before the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off. The overwhelming vote creates uncertainty for...weiterlesen »

Liverpool sacks Slot, appoints Iraola after Salah calls for attacking football

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Liverpool has sacked head coach Arne Slot and appointed Andoni Iraola on a two-year deal after an end-of-season review concluded a "change of direction" was needed. The decision aligns with Mohamed Salah's...weiterlesen »

Retail bosses slam zero-hours contract reforms as threat to millions of flexible workers

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The British Retail Consortium has warned that government plans to scrap zero-hours contracts risk "regulating flexible jobs out of existence", as ministers push ahead with reforms requiring employers to...weiterlesen »

King Charles appoints engineer and composer to Scotland's highest honor

vor einem Tag - upday.com

King Charles has appointed two Scots to the Order of the Thistle, widely regarded as Scotland's highest honor. Professor Sir Jim McDonald and Sir James MacMillan received the distinction for their notable...weiterlesen »

$2000 for nosebleed seats: NYC goes basketball-mad as Knicks chase first title in 53 years

vor einem Tag - upday.com

New York City has transformed into a basketball-obsessed metropolis as the Knicks stand two wins away from their first NBA championship in 53 years. The fever has reached such intensity that even the Dutch...weiterlesen »

Martin accuses Israel of keeping Gaza in "permanent subjugation"

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Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin has called on the European Union to intensify its response to Israel's actions in the Middle East. Speaking to media in Cork on Saturday evening, Martin said Ireland has...weiterlesen »

Germany's retro World Cup warm-up shirts spark 'carnival' mockery from fans online

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Germany's national football team sparked a wave of online mockery with new warm-up shirts that fans quickly labeled a "Carnival Edition." The colorful jerseys made their debut before the team's final test...weiterlesen »

France face Northern Ireland on Monday in final World Cup warm-up before US departure

vor einem Tag - upday.com

France faces Northern Ireland in their final preparatory friendly on Monday, June 8, at 4:10 PM Brasília time before departing for the 2026 World Cup. The match offers coach Didier Deschamps a last opportunity...weiterlesen »

Scotland's first World Cup in 28 years - Clarke faces key selection decisions tonight

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Scotland faces Bolivia tonight in New Jersey in their final warm-up match before making their first World Cup appearance in 28 years. The game at Sports Illustrated Stadium marks the last chance for head...weiterlesen »

Clarke warns of World Cup rule chaos as Scotland faces Bolivia in final warm-up before ending 28-year tournament drought

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Scotland faces Bolivia in their final warm-up match before the 2026 World Cup on Saturday night, with manager Steve Clarke warning his squad about unfamiliar tournament rules that could prove costly. The...weiterlesen »

€348m budget gamble: France's football federation bets financial future on World Cup

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The French Football Federation has unveiled a record 348 million euro budget for the 2026-27 season as it attempts to recover from an unusual financial deficit, banking heavily on the national team's upcoming...weiterlesen »

Paraguay star Julio Enciso stretchered off in tears days before World Cup opener

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Paraguay midfielder Julio Enciso was stretchered off in tears during his team's final World Cup warm-up match on Friday, casting serious doubt over his participation in the tournament that begins next...weiterlesen »

Argentina lose defender Balerdi days before World Cup - three-week injury rules him out

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Argentina has suffered a major blow just days before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Defender Leonardo Balerdi has been ruled out of the tournament after sustaining a muscle injury during training. The 27-year-old...weiterlesen »

Iranian missile barrage threatens fragile Gulf ceasefire as US shoots down six

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The US military has intercepted six Iranian ballistic missiles targeting Kuwait and Bahrain, marking a sharp escalation in Gulf tensions that threatens a fragile ceasefire. The missile launches came hours...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? FIFA now allows water bottles at World Cup after fans revolt over $9 stadium prices

vor einem Tag - upday.com

FIFA has reversed its controversial water bottle ban for the 2026 World Cup after facing intense criticism from fans, politicians, and health experts. The organization will now allow spectators to bring...weiterlesen »

17-year-old Antonella Petro allegedly snubbed by Colombia captain - political firestorm erupts

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Colombia captain James Rodríguez has become the target of fierce criticism after allegedly ignoring a photo request from Antonella Petro, the 17-year-old daughter of President Gustavo Petro, during a pre-World...weiterlesen »

Israeli troops kill 7-month-old Palestinian baby in West Bank shooting

vor einem Tag - upday.com

A seven-month-old Palestinian baby was killed and his parents injured when Israeli troops opened fire on their car in the occupied West Bank on Friday evening. The infant's father says he had stopped the...weiterlesen »

Record low confidence in degrees: Only 34% believe university is worth it as MPs launch inquiry

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Public confidence in the value of university degrees has hit a record low in England, prompting MPs to launch an inquiry into the student loan system. New research shows 34% of people now believe a university...weiterlesen »

ISS astronauts ordered to shelter in SpaceX capsule as Russian module leaks worsen

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Astronauts aboard the International Space Station were ordered to prepare for a potential evacuation on Friday after air leaks worsened in the Russian segment. NASA mission control instructed five crew...weiterlesen »

Women aged 41-90: Martin Lewis urges pension check as hundreds of thousands affected by state error

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Financial expert Martin Lewis is urging women aged 41 to 90 to check for a state pension error that could mean they are owed thousands of pounds by HMRC. The issue has affected hundreds of thousands of...weiterlesen »

Free Through Vienna's Most Beautiful Parks and Gardens

vor 2 Tagen - Volarberg Online

If you want to discover Vienna’s green side anew, this weekend offers a special opportunity. During the “Weekend of Open Parks and Gardens,” numerous green spaces, community gardens, and nature projects...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Liverpool's £112m target just said he'd rather join PSG

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Liverpool has opened negotiations with RB Leipzig for 19-year-old winger Yan Diomande, with the German club demanding at least £112 million for last season's Bundesliga Rookie of the Year. The move comes...weiterlesen »