Why Austria's Food System Is So Expensive

vor 2 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Sustainable nutrition could save Austria billions annually. This conclusion comes from a year-long analysis process led by the Vienna University of Economics and Business and the initiative Zukunft:Essen,...weiterlesen »

While many think of summer, winter returns here

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While summer weather is already expected in many places, winter has impressively struck back in the Alps. At the Stelvio Pass in Italy, a weather front brought a substantial amount of fresh snow. The popular...weiterlesen »

83 Percent of Austrians Have to Tighten Their Belts When on Vacation

vor 3 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Summer vacation remains a fixture for many Austrians despite rising costs. According to the latest ÖAMTC travel monitoring, 83 percent state that they need to consciously save on their summer vacation...weiterlesen »

38-degree fever can't stop Oh as South Korea claims dramatic 2-1 comeback win over Czechs

vor 3 Stunden - upday.com

South Korea secured a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over the Czech Republic in their World Cup opener on Thursday night in Guadalajara, Mexico. Substitute Oh Hyeon-gyu scored the decisive goal in the 80th...weiterlesen »

2-Euro Package Fee: This Exception is Demanded

vor 4 Stunden - Volarberg Online

The planned package levy of 2 euros per shipment continues to face resistance. The Vienna professional group for forwarding and logistics speaks out against the proposal and warns of consequences for businesses,...weiterlesen »

More and more people want to buy used e-bikes

vor 4 Stunden - Volarberg Online

The market for used e-bikes is experiencing a significant change. According to a new, representative study commissioned by the refurbishment provider Rebike, 93 percent of respondents can now generally...weiterlesen »

$300 tickets and empty seats: South Korea's World Cup win exposes FIFA's pricing problem

vor 4 Stunden - upday.com

South Korea's 2-1 victory over the Czech Republic at the 2026 World Cup sparked widespread criticism – not for the match itself, but for the hundreds of empty seats visible throughout the stadium in Guadalajara....weiterlesen »

Austria ties their longest-serving professional until 2028

vor 4 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Austria Wien continues to rely on continuity in goal. The club has extended the expiring contract of Mirko Kos by two more years. This means the 29-year-old will remain with the Violets until summer 2028....weiterlesen »

17% weight loss in trials - UK clears daily Wegovy pill for private prescription

vor 5 Stunden - upday.com

The UK has approved its first GLP-1 weight loss pill, offering millions of people an alternative to weekly injections. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency authorized the daily Wegovy...weiterlesen »

Longer Parties, More Safety: What's Changing Now in Vienna's Clubs

vor 5 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Anyone attending an open-air concert in Vienna this summer can celebrate longer than before. At the same time, clubs, festivals, and major events are expected to become safer. On July 1st, central parts...weiterlesen »

Why Australia locked in Popovic through 2027 before a single World Cup match

vor 6 Stunden - upday.com

Tony Popovic has extended his contract as Socceroos coach through the 2027 Asian Cup, securing his future with Australia's national team just hours before their World Cup campaign begins. The announcement...weiterlesen »

Starting uni this autumn? Two meningitis B jabs now free after deadly clusters hit students

vor 6 Stunden - upday.com

The UK government has launched a one-off vaccination program offering the meningitis B vaccine to approximately one million young people. The initiative responds to fatal outbreaks earlier this year, including...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? ITV flies pundits to New York while BBC saves millions staying in Salford

vor 7 Stunden - upday.com

ITV has unveiled its World Cup studio in New York, featuring panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline and Brooklyn Bridge. Pundits Ian Wright and Roy Keane praised the setup, with Wright calling it "unbelievable"...weiterlesen »

Sleepless in the Heat? 7 Simple Tricks for Cooler Nights

vor 7 Stunden - Volarberg Online

When temperatures barely drop below 20 degrees at night, sleep quickly becomes a challenge. Especially in cities like Vienna, apartments heat up significantly during the day and often release the warmth...weiterlesen »

Before Kickl's Sole Rule

vor 7 Stunden - Volarberg Online

The days of the turquoise-red-pink government are numbered. This became clear last weekend when the governor of Lower Austria, Johanna Mikl-Leitner (ÖVP), attacked the SPÖ and accused them of not recognizing...weiterlesen »

Australia has nine World Cup veterans - Turkey's entire 26-man squad are tournament debutants

vor 7 Stunden - upday.com

Turkey's men's national football team begins its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign against Australia on Sunday morning in Vancouver, marking the nation's return to the tournament after a 24-year absence. The...weiterlesen »

Turned away at Miami Airport for World Cup - now he'll referee PSG vs Aston Villa

vor 8 Stunden - upday.com

A Somali referee denied entry to the United States for the 2026 World Cup will officiate one of European football's most prestigious matches. UEFA announced Thursday that Omar Artan has been appointed...weiterlesen »

45% of Americans have no interest in World Cup 2026 - despite FIFA's festival push

vor 8 Stunden - upday.com

The FIFA World Cup 2026 has kicked off in the United States, but an alarming poll reveals that nearly half of Americans have no interest in the tournament. The stark disconnect comes as FIFA transforms...weiterlesen »

Four shots, zero on target - Ronaldo's worrying display raises World Cup doubts

vor 9 Stunden - upday.com

Cristiano Ronaldo faced sharp criticism from European media after Portugal's 2-1 friendly win over Nigeria on Wednesday. The 41-year-old forward missed multiple scoring chances in what was Portugal's final...weiterlesen »

Why NYC just renamed two streets after football icons - and where to find them

vor 10 Stunden - upday.com

New York City has renamed two streets to honor football legends Thierry Henry and Pelé ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The temporary street names, unveiled Thursday, will remain in place until November 1st....weiterlesen »

Ecuador slashes beer prices by 20% to boost World Cup spirit ahead of tournament opener

vor 10 Stunden - upday.com

Ecuador has slashed beer prices by more than 20 percent to provide extra support for its national football team ahead of the 2026 World Cup. President Daniel Noboa announced the temporary tax cut on Thursday...weiterlesen »

Matthäus names Norway and Ecuador as World Cup dark horses - one faces Germany in group stage

vor 10 Stunden - upday.com

Former record international Lothar Matthäus has identified Ecuador and Norway as teams with significant surprise potential at the World Cup. The 65-year-old record international singled out both nations...weiterlesen »

Three days before World Cup: Japan lose captain Endo to injury and retirement

vor 12 Stunden - upday.com

Japan captain Wataru Endo has withdrawn from the World Cup and announced his international retirement just three days before the tournament begins. The Liverpool midfielder confirmed he has not recovered...weiterlesen »

What happened in the World Cup opener - and why everyone's talking about the referee

vor 13 Stunden - upday.com

Three players were sent off in the 2026 World Cup's opening match between Mexico and South Africa – an unprecedented red card count for a tournament opener. Mexico won 2-0, but referee Wilton Pereira Sampaio...weiterlesen »

Burglary Protection in Summer: What Homeowners Should Consider Now

vor 17 Stunden - Volarberg Online

An overflowing mailbox, uncollected packages, or garbage cans left outside for days are often a clear signal to burglars: No one is currently home here. Permanently closed shutters or an empty driveway...weiterlesen »

Vienna Gets a Housing Concept for the Home Office Generation

vor 18 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Cinema, gaming room, podcast studio, and co-working area in the same building as your own apartment: With the new residential project Momento Vienna , a concept is being created in Vienna-Brigittenau that...weiterlesen »

1.5 Billion Euros: Hospital New Construction in Wiener Neustadt to Start in 2027

vor 19 Stunden - Volarberg Online

One of the largest healthcare projects in Lower Austria is taking the next important step. For the planned new construction of the University Hospital Wiener Neustadt, the environmental impact assessment...weiterlesen »

Cult Car from the 80s Set to Make a Surprising Return

vor 21 Stunden - Volarberg Online

A car that many consider a symbol of the 1980s could soon return to the streets. The Yugo , once one of the cheapest cars in Europe, is set to make a comeback. A new small car is planned, which visually...weiterlesen »

$32,970 tickets and 180,000 resales: World Cup pricing crisis sparks empty stadium fears

vor 22 Stunden - upday.com

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is facing a crisis of affordability. Record-high ticket prices have sparked fears of empty stadiums, prompted fan cancellations, and triggered government investigations — all while...weiterlesen »

Working in Over 30 Degrees: This Really Helps Against the Heat

vor 23 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Rising temperatures are a challenge for many employees in the summer. In addition to physical complaints, heat can also impair concentration, attention, and mental resilience. This increases the risk of...weiterlesen »

Opposition Dissects the Double Budget in the National Council

vor 23 Stunden - Volarberg Online

The essential basic elements of the planning of the double budget for 2027 and 2028 are wrong, criticized the FPÖ leader. The goal of reducing the budget deficit to the allowed three percent by 2028 is...weiterlesen »

Lueger Monument Presented: Criticism of 776,000-Euro Project

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

On Thursday, the city of Vienna presented the artistic intervention “Imbalance (Karl Lueger 3.5°)” by artist Klemens Wihlidal. The monument was tilted 3.5 degrees to the right. For the city of Vienna,...weiterlesen »

Vienna Austria Secures Dortmund Talent for Central Defense

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Vienna Austria has presented the next new addition for the future. The 19-year-old central defender Jonas Feddersen transfers on a free from Borussia Dortmund to Favoriten and signs a contract until summer...weiterlesen »

False Emergency Call in Vienna-Floridsdorf Ends with Attack on Policewoman

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

An unusual police operation in Vienna-Floridsdorf ended on Thursday night with an arrest and an injured policewoman. The trigger was an emergency call claiming that a person was in the Marchfeld Canal....weiterlesen »

Rainbow Parade Brings Vienna City Center to a Standstill: Extensive Closures on Saturday

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Starting at around 8 a.m., the Ringstraße between Operngasse and Schottengasse will be closed to traffic in sections. The parade itself starts at 12 p.m. at Rathausplatz and moves against the direction...weiterlesen »

WM 2026: 65 Percent of Austrians Bet More Frequently

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

With the start of the 2026 Football World Cup, interest in sports betting also rises. This is shown by a recent survey conducted by the market and opinion research institute Marketagent on behalf of the...weiterlesen »

Crises Change Vacation Plans in Austria

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

The ongoing inflation, international crises, and geopolitical uncertainties are noticeably impacting the vacation planning of Austrians. This is shown by a recent representative online survey conducted...weiterlesen »

High Tick Risk in Austria: Experts Warn Dog Owners

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

With rising temperatures and high soil moisture, ticks are particularly active at the moment. According to the Austrian Animal Welfare Association, the humid and warm June weather favors the spread of...weiterlesen »

Heathrow hits record May day as Iran war sends Middle East passenger numbers down 31%

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Heathrow Airport saw passenger numbers drop in May despite recording its busiest day ever for the month, as the Iran war continues to disrupt international travel. The west London airport handled 7.1 million...weiterlesen »

Canada's captain might miss historic home opener - and Bayern Munich wants him benched

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Canada's star player Alphonso Davies faces a race against time to be fit for his country's World Cup opener against Bosnia-Herzegovina on Friday in Toronto. The 25-year-old captain is managing a persistent...weiterlesen »

The World Cup weather rule that could halt matches for 30 minutes - or reschedule them

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Lightning protocols could force World Cup games in the United States to be suspended or even rescheduled this summer. The risk is particularly high for matches in Florida, known as the lightning capital...weiterlesen »

10% of global turnover: Social media giants face massive fines under new UK crisis rules

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The UK government is moving to force social media companies to remove illegal content faster during crises, with new legal powers set to be unveiled in Parliament next week. Technology Secretary Liz Kendall...weiterlesen »

Espresso for 1 Euro: This Café Opens Today in Vienna

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

A new Italian gastronomic concept opens today at the Vorgartenmarkt in Vienna-Leopoldstadt. The Focacceria il Rione aims to bring authentic Italian Focaccia, Espresso, and sweet specialties directly from...weiterlesen »

Espresso um 1 Euro: Dieses Lokal eröffnet heute in Wien

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Am Vorgartenmarkt in Wien-Leopoldstadt eröffnet heute ein neues italienisches Gastronomiekonzept. Die Focacceria il Rione will authentische italienische Focaccia, Espresso und süße Spezialitäten direkt...weiterlesen »

Apple shares stolen iPhone data with London police to kill resale market

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Apple has partnered with the Metropolitan Police to prevent stolen iPhones from being reactivated, effectively rendering them worthless to thieves. Samsung and Google have also agreed to implement security...weiterlesen »

This exhibition showcases the creative future of Vienna

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Vienna transforms once again into a grand stage for young art, design, and architecture at the beginning of July. During the Angewandte Festival 2026, the University of Applied Arts Vienna opens its locations...weiterlesen »

59% of Labour members would back Burnham over Starmer as leadership showdown looms

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Andy Burnham's bid to return to Westminster has escalated into an open challenge to Sir Keir Starmer's leadership. The Greater Manchester Mayor is contesting Thursday's Makerfield by-election with explicit...weiterlesen »

FIFA forces Haiti to remove independence battle imagery from World Cup jersey

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Haiti has been forced to modify its World Cup jersey design after FIFA ruled that imagery depicting the country's independence struggle violated equipment regulations. The change came just days before...weiterlesen »

Wait, Pulisic just ended his worst drought right before the World Cup at home

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Christian Pulisic is preparing for the World Cup against Paraguay with a clear mission: leading the USA to glory on home soil. The AC Milan forward expressed his ambitious dream in an interview with WWD:...weiterlesen »

21.5 weeks to sell a home: UK housing market hits longest wait since 2017

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The UK housing market downturn may be starting to stabilise, new survey data from property professionals suggests. A net balance of 34% of surveyors reported in May that new buyer inquiries were falling...weiterlesen »

Chris Richards declares himself fit for USA's World Cup opener against Paraguay

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Chris Richards has declared himself fit to play in the United States' World Cup opener against Paraguay on Friday, providing a major boost for the host nation. The Crystal Palace center-back returned to...weiterlesen »

FIFA accredits jailed French journalist for World Cup he can't attend

vor einem Tag - upday.com

FIFA has accredited French journalist Christophe Gleizes for the 2026 World Cup, just one day before the tournament begins. Gleizes has been imprisoned in Algeria for a year, convicted of "glorifying terrorism"...weiterlesen »

US restaurants add automatic 20% service charge during World Cup to protect servers from tourists who don't tip

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Restaurants across US cities hosting World Cup matches are adding automatic service charges of up to 20 percent to customer bills, protecting tipped staff from potential losses if foreign tourists unfamiliar...weiterlesen »

3SI Immogroup sells more than 200 apartments in the first half of the year

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

The sales are spread across numerous projects throughout Vienna. The offerings include revitalized historic buildings, attic apartments, and modern new constructions. According to the company, properties...weiterlesen »

Our Warming Climate: A Pilot Project in Norway Raises Doubts about CCS Sustainability

vor einem Tag - Spiegel

It is the world's first industrial facility that is supposed to produce climate-friendly cement – or at least significantly more climate-friendly than had long been possible. The production at the gray...weiterlesen »

40 meters out: Ecuador defender lobs goalkeeper in spectacular World Cup warm-up win

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Ecuador delivered a commanding performance in their final World Cup preparation match, defeating Guatemala 3-0 with a spectacular long-range goal that sent a message to their upcoming opponents. The victory...weiterlesen »

Atlanta gives away free World Cup tickets as games start in 6 days - market price tops $2,000

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Atlanta is six days away from hosting its first FIFA World Cup match, with Mayor Andre Dickens declaring the city ready for the tournament. Eight matches are scheduled at Mercedes-Benz Stadium through...weiterlesen »

Why Norway flew 300kg of fish across the Atlantic for the World Cup

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Norway's national football team has arrived at the World Cup with an extraordinary logistical operation: 300 kilograms of fish, 116 kilograms of Norwegian cheese, 6,000 oranges, and three prominent chefs...weiterlesen »

7 in 10 World Cup fans would connect to fake Wi-Fi - but can't spot the scam

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Cybercriminals are preparing to exploit football fans during the 2026 World Cup through fake Wi-Fi networks, new research from ExpressVPN has revealed. More than seven in ten supporters would connect to...weiterlesen »

Who Knows This Man? Police Search for Perfume Thief in Lower Austria

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Following a shoplifting incident in Aspang-Markt , the police are asking the public for assistance. An as yet unknown man is suspected of having stolen several perfumes from a store on May 4, 2026 . According...weiterlesen »

Referee for Brazil's World Cup opener was detained in 2020 raid with drugs and weapons

vor einem Tag - upday.com

FIFA has announced the refereeing teams for the 2026 World Cup, which kicks off this Thursday in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Spanish referee Alejandro Hernández Hernández will be the only main...weiterlesen »

£780m wiped from UK grocery sales as weight loss drug users slash food spending

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The rapid uptake of weight loss medications in Britain has wiped £780 million from annual grocery spending, fundamentally reshaping how households shop and eat. Research from Worldpanel by Numerator shows...weiterlesen »

Trust in institutions: Swiss women have less than men.

vor einem Tag - European News Agency

Bern [ENA] A study commissioned by the Federal Office for Gender Equality (FOGE) from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) indicates that the women in Switzerland have less...weiterlesen »

Cockpit Storm on Swiss Flight: Now Comes the Arrest

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

A 43-year-old Belgian has been sentenced to ten months in prison in the USA. This was announced by the US Attorney’s Office in New Jersey. The man was a passenger on Swiss flight LX19 from Newark to Zurich...weiterlesen »

Vienna Gets First Deposit System for Coffee Beans

vor 2 Tagen - Volarberg Online

Those who buy coffee beans in Vienna can now do without disposable packaging. Tchibo, together with the reusable provider circolution, is launching the first deposit system for loose bean coffee in Austrian...weiterlesen »

£14 million for 40 episodes - Lineker's Netflix gamble takes on BBC and YouTube rivals

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Gary Lineker has launched a new daily World Cup show on Netflix filmed in a New York apartment, marking a major shift after his departure from the BBC where he presented the tournament for 26 years. The...weiterlesen »

Africa's top referee barred from World Cup after 11-hour US detention over terror links

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Somali referee Omar Artan has been barred from officiating at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after US authorities denied him entry, citing alleged links to suspected terrorists. Despite holding a valid visa,...weiterlesen »

€785mn ad blitz targets World Cup fans as 60% of betting revenue comes from addicts

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is becoming a flashpoint for sports betting addiction concerns, with experts warning that aggressive marketing by operators like Winamax and Unibet poses severe risks to young people...weiterlesen »

Mistrust Against Vienna Medical Association Chief Failed

vor 2 Tagen - Volarberg Online

The power struggle in the Vienna Medical Association has been decided for now. At the general assembly on Tuesday, both a vote of no confidence against Medical Association President Johannes Steinhart...weiterlesen »

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