Study: Parents Influence School Grades More Than Expected

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Why are some children more successful in school than others? A new study provides a surprising answer to this question. As reported in a study published in the journal “Cell Genomics” , not only the inherited...weiterlesen »

VW Golf remains Austria's best-selling car

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The Austrian car market continues to grow strongly. From January to May 2026, according to Statistics Austria, 130,273 passenger cars were newly registered – an increase of 13.1 percent compared to the...weiterlesen »

Pele's 1958 World Cup medal could fetch £500,000 in record-breaking auction

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A rare collection of World Cup memorabilia headlined by Pele's 1958 winners' medal is set to fetch more than £2 million at auction this month. The medal, awarded when the Brazilian footballer was just...weiterlesen »

Fake Technician Steals 70,000 Euros from Viennese Pensioner

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With a brazen scheme, unknown perpetrators caused damage of more than 70,000 euros to a pensioner in Vienna. The suspects allegedly posed as employees of a mold removal company and thus gained access to...weiterlesen »

Festival Weeks Premiere with Trigger Warning: Blood, Nudity, and Great Applause

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On the occasion of “Seppuku. The Funeral of Mishima or the Pleasure of Dying,” which premiered on Thursday at the Wiener Festwochen in the Volkstheater, the audience was warned about themes such as death...weiterlesen »

Why Many Employees Only Appear Briefly in the Office

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In the morning, briefly into the office. A coffee with colleagues, maybe a meeting. Then it’s back home to the laptop. There is now a specific term for this behavior: “coffee badging”. It means that employees...weiterlesen »

Everton ruling opens door to £100m claims against Manchester City from rival clubs

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Everton has been ordered to pay Burnley £35 million in compensation after an independent Premier League commission ruled the club's financial rule breach caused Burnley's relegation in 2022. The decision...weiterlesen »

£11 million raised: Rugby star Kevin Sinfield expected to be knighted this weekend

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Rugby league legend Kevin Sinfield is expected to be knighted in the King's Birthday Honours this weekend for raising over £11 million for motor neurone disease charities. The 45-year-old former England...weiterlesen »

No Indications of Third-Party Fault in the Pilnacek Case

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The investigations into the death of former Justice Section Chief Christian Pilnacek are definitively concluded. The Eisenstadt public prosecutor’s office will not continue the proceedings. The decision...weiterlesen »

While many think of summer, winter returns here

vor 7 Stunden - Volarberg Online

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 »

Why Flutter's ditching London for Wall Street - and what it means for the LSE

vor 7 Stunden - upday.com

Flutter Entertainment is abandoning the London Stock Exchange in another blow to the UK's financial markets. The gambling giant, which owns Paddy Power, Betfair and SkyBet, will delist its shares from...weiterlesen »

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

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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 »

2-Euro Package Fee: This Exception is Demanded

vor 8 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 »

Wait, what? Spain star promises to tattoo his coach's face if they win the World Cup

vor 8 Stunden - upday.com

Spain left-back Marc Cucurella has made a bold promise ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The Chelsea player vowed to get a tattoo of coach Luis de la Fuente's face if Spain wins the tournament. The 27-year-old...weiterlesen »

Textiles Division Side Session: Closer dialog needed between industry and policymakers

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Recent BIR World Recycling Convention & Exhibition, Gothenburg, (31 May) 1-3 June 2026. The need for policymakers and regulators to work with the recycling and reuse sector, was a message repeated throughout...weiterlesen »

Viennese Catering Giant Reports Record Profit

vor 9 Stunden - Volarberg Online

The Vienna-based catering and gastronomy group DO&CO achieved a record result in the 2025/26 financial year. As the company announced, net profit rose by 14.4 percent to 105.77 million euros . Revenue...weiterlesen »

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

vor 9 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 9 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 »

ECB raises rates to 2.25% as Iran war drives oil to $92 and inflation hits 3.2%

vor 10 Stunden - upday.com

The European Central Bank has raised its benchmark interest rate to 2.25% from 2%, marking the first increase since 2023. The move comes as the eurozone grapples with rising inflation driven by surging...weiterlesen »

Design Market at Schlingermarkt: 70 Creatives Present Their Unique Pieces in Vienna-Floridsdorf

vor 10 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Around 70 exhibitors will present their handmade products at the Schlingermarkt. The offerings range from bags, ceramics, and jewelry to clothing and photographs, as well as street art and other art and...weiterlesen »

Yamal's girlfriend posts reassurance as Spain weighs cautious World Cup return

vor 10 Stunden - upday.com

Spain's star wingers Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams have returned to full training ahead of the team's World Cup debut, providing a major boost just days before their opening match against Cape Verde on...weiterlesen »

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

vor 10 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 »

How a nation of 500,000 reached the World Cup - and what it means for Cape Verde

vor 10 Stunden - upday.com

Cape Verde has qualified for the World Cup for the first time in its history. The Atlantic archipelago of 500,000 people will compete in the 2026 tournament, making it one of the smallest nations ever...weiterlesen »

Monetizing US travel content? World Cup visitors face deportation under visa crackdown

vor 11 Stunden - upday.com

US immigration authorities are cracking down on foreign influencers and content creators entering the country on tourist visas, warning they face deportation if caught monetizing their work. The enforcement...weiterlesen »

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

vor 11 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 11 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 11 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 »

The Death of Stealth Mode: Inside the Build in Public Startup Boom

vor 10 Stunden - TrendingTopics.eu

Revenue milestones on LinkedIn, failed launches dissected in founder blogs, hiring calls with a window into company culture: a growing number of startups are building their companies in full view of the...weiterlesen »

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

vor 12 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 »

Brazil's free World Cup broadcast faces a problem: you'll see goals 10 seconds after everyone else

vor 13 Stunden - upday.com

Brazilian football fans preparing to watch the 2026 World Cup for free on CazéTV's YouTube channel face a significant trade-off: broadcast delays of at least 10 seconds compared to traditional television....weiterlesen »

Knicks erase 29-point deficit to stun Spurs 107-106, one win from first title since 1973

vor 13 Stunden - upday.com

The New York Knicks pulled off the largest comeback in NBA Finals history on Wednesday night, erasing a 29-point deficit to defeat the San Antonio Spurs 107-106 at Madison Square Garden. OG Anunoby's tip-in...weiterlesen »

Brazil releases public servants 3 hours early for World Cup matches

vor 13 Stunden - upday.com

Brazil's federal government has authorized public servants to leave work up to three hours early on days when the national team plays in the 2026 World Cup. The Ministry of Management and Public Service...weiterlesen »

Judge may halt Trump's White House UFC fight hours before 4,300 fans arrive Sunday

vor 13 Stunden - upday.com

A massive cage fighting arena has been erected on the White House South Lawn for a UFC event this Sunday that doubles as President Donald Trump's 80th birthday celebration and marks America's 250th independence...weiterlesen »

From bedridden to skiing: Lupus patient's life transformed by cancer therapy in UK first

vor 13 Stunden - upday.com

Five patients with severe lupus have gone into remission after receiving CAR T-cell therapy on the NHS, in what experts are calling a groundbreaking medical advance. The treatment, which genetically modifies...weiterlesen »

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

vor 14 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 »

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

vor 14 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 »

From Kakuma refugee camp to World Cup: Socceroos reveal the journeys behind the jersey

vor 14 Stunden - upday.com

Australia's national soccer team has released a video message promoting multiculturalism ahead of the World Cup, with players sharing their diverse backgrounds as anti-immigration sentiment rises globally....weiterlesen »

Stuck in Tijuana: Iran's footballers caught between war, protests and the World Cup

vor 14 Stunden - upday.com

Iran's national football team held its first open training session on Thursday in Tijuana, Mexico, offering journalists a brief glimpse of the squad preparing for the World Cup under extraordinary circumstances....weiterlesen »

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

vor 17 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 »

The island nation so excited for its first World Cup that it has declared a half-day holiday

vor 17 Stunden - upday.com

Spain begins its quest for a second World Cup title against debutant Cape Verde on Monday in Atlanta. The reigning European champions face a "Blue Sharks" team making history in their first-ever World...weiterlesen »

Vienna Gets a Housing Concept for the Home Office Generation

vor 22 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 »

Vienna-Alsergrund Gets New Neighborhood Meeting Point

vor 23 Stunden - Volarberg Online

A new parklet is set to make Glasergasse in the 9th district more livable. Under the project group “Livable Glasergasse” , residents, schools, and local institutions have come together to improve the quality...weiterlesen »

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

vor 24 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 »

Nurse chased by four masked men completes shift despite racist attack at Ulster Hospital

vor 24 Stunden - upday.com

A nurse with a different skin color was chased and intimidated by four masked men on her way to work at Ulster Hospital on Wednesday evening. Despite being terrified, she insisted on completing her shift...weiterlesen »

Free Sci-Fi Cinema Under the Open Sky: "SCIFI IM PARK" Lands Again in Vienna-Margareten

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Under the motto “Life on Mars (and Other Planets),” this year’s festival takes the audience on a cinematic journey through the science fiction cosmos. Six genre classics will be shown, dealing with alien...weiterlesen »

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

vor einem Tag - 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 »

What the ESA Wants to Discover About the Milky Way With This Mission

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

The European Space Agency (ESA) has accepted the ARRAKIHS project as the second scientific mission of its FAST class, thereby confirming the planned launch in 2030. The mission aims to answer one of the...weiterlesen »

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

vor einem Tag - 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 »

Man, 22, claims he saw knife before pushing 12-year-old girl to ground in Dundee street fight

vor einem Tag - upday.com

A Bulgarian man has told a court he pushed a 12-year-old girl to the ground because he saw a knife under her T-shirt and feared she would attack his sister. Iilia Belov, 22, is on trial for assault following...weiterlesen »

Special Afternoon Gives Cancer Patients in Wiener Neustadt New Strength

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

An afternoon to breathe, recharge, and encourage: At the University Hospital Wiener Neustadt, a wellness afternoon for women with cancer was held once again. The event was organized in collaboration with...weiterlesen »

Murder Investigations Lead to Alleged Prostitution Ring in Vienna

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

In the course of murder investigations, a suspect led the police to an extensive, cross-border prostitution ring. A corresponding report was confirmed on Thursday by the spokeswoman for the Vienna public...weiterlesen »

Opposition Dissects the Double Budget in the National Council

vor einem Tag - 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 »

Resident Raises Alarm: Suspected Burglar Caught in Vienna-Simmering

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

An attentive resident prevented a suspected apartment burglary in Vienna-Simmering on Wednesday evening. The man notified the police emergency number after noticing a suspicious man at a neighboring apartment....weiterlesen »

£13bn offered, £18bn needed: Defence chief resigns over funding gap as NATO warns of attack

vor einem Tag - upday.com

UK Defence Secretary John Healey has resigned in a major blow to Prime Minister Keir Starmer's government. Healey accused Starmer and the Treasury of failing to commit the resources needed to defend the...weiterlesen »

From hand-painted 1959 original to wheelchair Barbie: Glasgow's doll evolution show

vor einem Tag - upday.com

A major Barbie exhibition is opening in Scotland for the first time, showcasing the iconic doll's evolution from 1959 to today. The show opens Saturday at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum in Glasgow...weiterlesen »

Two Gas Stations in Vienna-Donaustadt Armed Robbery: 2,000 Euro Reward for Information

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

The first robbery took place on October 1, 2025, at 2:02 AM. The second robbery occurred on November 10, 2025, at 9:39 PM. In both incidents, the employees were threatened with a pistol by one of the black-clad...weiterlesen »

Music Brings Joy to the Children's Ward of the Vienna Clinic Ottakring

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

The concert centered around the story of a water droplet that grows, discovers the world, and learns about the fascinating diversity of sounds and music. With instruments, singing, and storytelling, the...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 »

Teen Gang Robs Three Vienna Teenagers on Their Way to School Within 40 Minutes

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

The incidents occurred between 7:40 and 8:20 AM. In one case, the teenagers allegedly delivered several blows to their victim’s face, causing them to fall to the ground. They then reportedly robbed the...weiterlesen »

Oil hits $94 as Iran closes Strait of Hormuz after second day of US strikes

vor einem Tag - upday.com

US President Donald Trump has threatened to continue bombing Iran unless the country agrees to an interim peace deal, escalating tensions after a second consecutive day of military strikes between the...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 »

How Young People Save Money This Summer in Vienna

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Just in time for the summer holidays, WIENXTRA is launching a new offer for young residents of Vienna. With the new Frish Advantage Card , teenagers and young adults aged 13 to 26 can now enjoy numerous...weiterlesen »

Budget airline's profit wipeout: How Iran war and route cuts left Wizz Air with just €1m

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Wizz Air's net profit collapsed from €214 million to just €1 million in the year to March, as the budget airline took a €50 million hit from the Iran conflict and pulled out of key routes. Despite 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 »

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 »

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 »

Asylum Reform Starts: Vienna Integration House Raises Alarm

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

On June 12, the reformed Common European Asylum and Migration System (CEAS) will come into force. The Vienna Integration House views the new rules with concern and warns of possible impacts on those seeking...weiterlesen »

From Moscow hotel to 70 UK protest sites: How Robinson's Russia visit preceded violent unrest

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Far-right activist Tommy Robinson has traveled to Moscow and met with Errol Musk, father of Elon Musk, claiming Russia is not Britain's enemy. The encounter, captured in a video posted Monday, shows the...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 »

26 players, not 11: FIFA scraps decades-old World Cup anthem tradition

vor einem Tag - upday.com

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has announced a major change to World Cup ceremonies. Starting with the 2026 tournament's opening match between Mexico and South Africa, all 26 players from each team will...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 »

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 »

Judge rules Southampton protest a hate crime as officer feared she wouldn't make it out alive

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Two men have been jailed for their involvement in violent disorder during a protest in Southampton that saw police officers surrounded by a "baying mob throwing projectiles." Daniel Frost, 44, received...weiterlesen »

Nearly 600 Ebola cases force World Cup team to relocate match across Europe

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The Democratic Republic of Congo's national football team has followed health recommendations related to the ongoing Ebola epidemic to secure their participation in the 2026 World Cup. The move comes as...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 »

Woman Always Arrives Early to Work and Gets Fired

vor 2 Tagen - Volarberg Online

A court decision from Spain is currently causing international discussions. A 22-year-old employee of a logistics company lost her job after she regularly appeared at the company significantly before her...weiterlesen »

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

vor 2 Tagen - 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 »

More than 15,000 Files Found: Cyber-Grooming Trial Begins in Vienna

vor 2 Tagen - Volarberg Online

A severe case of cyber-grooming – the targeted manipulation of underage or minor victims on the internet aimed at sexual abuse – was heard on Wednesday afternoon at the Vienna Regional Court. A man was...weiterlesen »

Spain picks small Tennessee city as World Cup base - and the facilities are world-class

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Spain's national football team has established its base camp in Chattanooga, Tennessee, for the 2026 World Cup group stage. The Royal Spanish Football Federation selected the 190,000-inhabitant city as...weiterlesen »

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