Assad Trial: Victims Describe Torture Horror Before Vienna Court

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In the trial against two former representatives of the Syrian Assad regime at the Vienna Regional Court, two victims testified on Thursday. They were tortured by the authorities to which the accused belonged....weiterlesen »

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30 Years of Donau-Auen National Park: Summer Festival in the Vienna Lobau Invites Families to Discover

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“The Danube-Auen National Park was founded 30 years ago – a milestone for nature conservation in Austria. Celebrate this special anniversary together with the foresters of the City of Vienna and the national...weiterlesen »

500 years older than Stonehenge: Ancient solstice structure discovered near famous stones

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Archaeologists have discovered an ancient structure near Stonehenge that predates the famous stones by 500 years. The find, radiocarbon dated to approximately 5,000 years ago, provides the earliest documented...weiterlesen »

UK bans social media for under-16s from Spring 2027 - but not VPNs

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The UK government has announced a ban on social media for children under 16, set to take effect in Spring 2027. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer called it a "big moment for our country" during a Downing...weiterlesen »

2026 World Cup breaks all records with 48 teams, 104 matches across three nations

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup features an unprecedented format that breaks all previous tournament records. For the first time, 48 nations are competing for the title across three host countries in a massive...weiterlesen »

What happened to Messi's father? Family reveals truth behind emotional World Cup moment

vor 4 Stunden - upday.com

Lionel Messi's family has released a statement confirming that his father, Jorge Messi, is experiencing a health situation and is under medical supervision. The family sharply criticized media speculation...weiterlesen »

Australia keeper had 2 days to prepare for World Cup debut - then proved everyone wrong

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Patrick Beach had just two days to prepare for the biggest moment of his life. The 22-year-old goalkeeper made eight crucial saves in his World Cup debut, helping Australia shock Turkey 2-0 in Vancouver...weiterlesen »

Already at six o'clock in the morning: Fans flock to public viewings

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When the kick-off for the ÖFB team’s first World Cup match in almost three decades took place at 6 a.m. Austrian time in San Francisco, screens were already on in many places in Vienna and the first guests...weiterlesen »

Short vs. Kickl

vor 6 Stunden - Volarberg Online

In the ÖVP, the “Thanks for nothing” that their Finance Minister Markus Marterbauer (SPÖ) directed at them in the budget speech runs deep. Secretary General Nico Marchetti took a week to counter in a “Heute”...weiterlesen »

Keeper's howler gifts Mexico World Cup knockout spot - and a date at the Azteca

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Mexico has secured its place in the World Cup round of 16 after defeating South Korea 1-0 in Guadalajara. The victory makes the co-hosts the first team to qualify for the knockout stage and guarantees...weiterlesen »

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Burnham faces COVID lockdown allegations hours before crucial Makerfield result - Starmer leadership at stake

vor 9 Stunden - upday.com

Polls have closed in the Makerfield by-election after voters cast their ballots on Thursday, with results expected early Friday morning in what could become one of the most consequential votes in recent...weiterlesen »

Perfect records collide as Mexico hosts South Korea in World Cup Group A decider

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Mexico and South Korea face off in a crucial World Cup 2026 Group A showdown at Estadio Akron in Guadalajara. Both teams enter the second round of group play with perfect records, making this matchup a...weiterlesen »

$300 billion for Iran as Trump peace deal lifts sanctions and ends Hormuz blockade

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US Vice President JD Vance defended a controversial peace deal with Iran at a Thursday press briefing, as the agreement took effect ending a three-month war and lifting the naval blockade of the Strait...weiterlesen »

Manzambi strikes twice as Switzerland silence critics with commanding 4-1 World Cup win

vor 12 Stunden - upday.com

Switzerland has secured their first World Cup victory with a commanding 4-1 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina in Los Angeles. Substitute Johan Manzambi scored twice as the Swiss overcame a frustrating 74-minute...weiterlesen »

83rd-minute penalty rescues South Africa in 1-1 draw with Czech Republic

vor 15 Stunden - upday.com

Czech Republic and South Africa played to a 1-1 draw on Thursday in a critical World Cup Group A match at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Both teams desperately needed a win after losing their opening...weiterlesen »

Ten New Schools Start with Vienna Anti-Violence Project

vor 16 Stunden - Volarberg Online

The Vienna anti-violence program “Respect: Stronger Together” will be expanded in the coming school year. According to the city of Vienna, ten more schools will be included in the project starting in the...weiterlesen »

Animal Farm

vor 14 Stunden - European News Agency

Vienna State Opera [ENA] Animal Farm at the world famous Wiener Staatsoper is one of those most rare operatic evenings that manages to be both intellectually acute and immediately theatrical. Alexander...weiterlesen »

Hollywood Icon Speaks About America's Cultural Identity

vor 17 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Hardly any name is as closely associated with the Western as that of Clint Eastwood. The actor and director shaped the genre over decades – from his role as a taciturn gunslinger in Sergio Leone’s Dollar...weiterlesen »

From July, many food items at dm will cost less

vor 20 Stunden - Volarberg Online

As of July 1, 2026, the VAT on selected staple foods in Austria will decrease from ten to 4.9 percent. dm drogerie markt announced that it will fully pass on the relief to customers and further round down...weiterlesen »

Why Ivory Coast's Wahi can't enter Canada - and what it means for Saturday's Germany clash

vor 20 Stunden - upday.com

Ivory Coast footballer Elye Wahi was temporarily detained in France on suspicion of match-fixing and has been denied entry to Canada, forcing him to miss Saturday's World Cup match against Germany in Toronto....weiterlesen »

Vienna-Rudolfsheim: Three Teenagers Arrested After E-Scooter Thefts

vor 21 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Thanks to the courageous intervention of two residents, three suspected e-scooter thieves were arrested in Vienna-Fünfhaus. The men had become aware of suspicious noises in front of their residential building...weiterlesen »

E-Scooters in Vienna Now Automatically Slow Down

vor 22 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Traveling too fast or parked in the middle of the sidewalk: E-scooters repeatedly cause discussions. In Ottakring, the district administration is now responding with a technical solution. In several heavily...weiterlesen »

FIFA's hydration breaks spark fury - but coaches are using them as tactical weapons

vor 22 Stunden - upday.com

FIFA's mandatory hydration breaks at the World Cup are emerging as a game-changing factor, with nearly one in four goals scored immediately after these interruptions. The three-minute pauses, introduced...weiterlesen »

Teenager Seriously Injured in Robbery in Vienna-Floridsdorf: Who Knows This Urgent Suspect?

vor 23 Stunden - Volarberg Online

The robbery took place on February 8, 2026, around 8:40 PM at Edmund-Hawranek-Platz. The person visible in the wanted photo is strongly suspected of having, together with at least two other still unknown...weiterlesen »

24-Year-Old Threatened Vienna Construction Workers Armed with Axe & Iron Bar to Kill Them

vor 23 Stunden - Volarberg Online

The incident occurred around 4:40 PM. The man accused the construction workers of allegedly stealing his belongings stored in the basement. When the construction workers refused to pay the man 250 euros...weiterlesen »

Tuchel urges FIFA change after 'wall' of 50 photographers ruins World Cup anthem moment

vor 24 Stunden - upday.com

Thomas Tuchel has urged FIFA to change how photographers are positioned during national anthems after his first World Cup match was marred by what he described as a "wall" of cameras blocking his view....weiterlesen »

This Day at the End of June is Supposed to Reveal How the Summer Will Be

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

So far, June has not brought summer vibes everywhere. Instead of bathing weather and sunshine, rain, clouds, and comparatively cool temperatures dominated in many regions. This was partly due to the so-called...weiterlesen »

Between Memory and New Beginnings: Clown Ensemble Performs at Vienna's Otto Wagner Area

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The historic Otto Wagner Area in Vienna-Penzing will be the venue for a special theater production in July. Under the title “Step by Step – Clowns Wander Between Memory and New Beginnings… Join Us!” the...weiterlesen »

Dream Security Raises $260 Million at $3 Billion Valuation, Plans Munich Office

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Dream, the Israeli cybersecurity and AI company co-founded by former Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz, has closed a new financing round. In a Series C round, the company raised $260 million, lifting...weiterlesen »

Five Children's Sunscreens Do Not Meet UV Promises

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

In five cases, the laboratory examination revealed a lower UV factor than claimed by the manufacturer. However, at least 13 products received the rating “good” and are considered “recommended” in terms...weiterlesen »

These Innovations Are Coming to the Danube Island Festival This Year

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This year, the Donauinselfest is placing a special emphasis on inclusion and accessibility. From July 3rd to 5th, Europe’s largest open-air festival will offer free admission to provide as many people...weiterlesen »

Gemeinsam für Gesundheit und Achtsamkeit: Internationaler Yoga-Tag 2026 auf dem Mannheimer Marktplatz

vor 23 Stunden - Wochenblatt-reporter.de

HSS eV, together with the Indian Consulate General in Munich and the City of Mannheim, invites you to International Yoga Day. As in previous years, HSS eV, in cooperation with the Indian Consulate General...weiterlesen »

GLM-5.2: China’s Zhipu AI Beats Even Google’s Top Models With Its New Open LLM

vor einem Tag - TrendingTopics.eu

While Washington cuts off foreign access to Anthropic’s top models, China delivers its answer as a free download: Beijing-based AI developer Z.ai – formerly known as Zhipu AI – has released its new flagship,...weiterlesen »

Hotel Operation Despite Missing Floors: Vienna Building Closed

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

A building in the Vienna district of Favoriten has been officially closed after a dangerous incident. The trigger was facade parts that had fallen onto a parked vehicle. As further parts of the building...weiterlesen »

SOMAREALITY: Austrian DeepTech Raises Over €3 Million in Series A

vor einem Tag - TrendingTopics.eu

Vienna-based deep tech startup SOMAREALITY has closed an oversubscribed Series A round of more than €3 million. The round is led by Romanian investor Catalyst Romania, marking the 13th investment for its...weiterlesen »

Which Austrian Universities Are Gaining in the World Ranking

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

The best-ranked domestic university by far remains the University of Vienna at rank 140 (previous year: 152), ahead of the Technical University (TU) Vienna at rank 191 (previous year: 197). This time,...weiterlesen »

At 39, Messi matches World Cup record Klose set when he was just 18

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Lionel Messi has equaled the all-time World Cup scoring record by netting a hat-trick in Argentina's 3-0 victory against Algeria at the 2026 tournament. The 39-year-old now stands level with Germany's...weiterlesen »

“World War III,” “Building a Cult”: Peter Thiel’s Circle, Which Is No Longer a Secret

vor einem Tag - TrendingTopics.eu

US magazine Wired has published leaked details about the exclusive group “Dialog.” The society, which is associated with tech investor Peter Thiel, brings together high-ranking political and business figures...weiterlesen »

Why did Messi get a reprimand while Zwane got 3 games? South Africa coach questions FIFA

vor einem Tag - upday.com

South Africa coach Hugo Broos has sharply criticized FIFA's three-game suspension for player Themba Zwane and announced plans to appeal the decision. The Belgian coach called the ban "much, much, much...weiterlesen »

Ghana's 95th-minute winner stuns Panama in dramatic World Cup opener

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Ghana snatched a dramatic 1-0 victory over Panama in their 2026 World Cup opener, with Caleb Yirenkyi scoring deep into stoppage time at Toronto's BMO Field on Wednesday. The 20-year-old's 95th-minute...weiterlesen »

Kane equals Lineker's World Cup record as England beat Croatia 4-2

vor einem Tag - upday.com

England delivered an offensive spectacle in Dallas, defeating Croatia 4-2 in their opening match of the 2026 World Cup. The victory marked the ninth consecutive competitive win under coach Thomas Tuchel...weiterlesen »

Drone shot down at South Korea World Cup camp - coach unfazed ahead of Mexico clash

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Mexican military forces intercepted an unregistered drone near South Korea's training camp in Guadalajara ahead of Thursday's crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 match against Mexico. South Korea's coach Hong...weiterlesen »

$15,000 bond blocked World Cup star's mum from watching him play - then Jeffries stepped in

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The mother of Cape Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha will attend her son's World Cup match against Uruguay on Sunday after US authorities waived the bond requirement following a political intervention. House...weiterlesen »

Only 2nd woman ever to referee men's World Cup - and both teams desperately need to win

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Czech striker Ladislav Krejci has dismissed any debate about gender ahead of his team's crucial World Cup match against South Africa on Thursday. American referee Tori Penso will officiate the 18:00 clash...weiterlesen »

Why won't Martinez sub Ronaldo? Portugal's manager slammed after 1-1 draw

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Portugal's opening match at the 2026 World Cup ended in frustration as they drew 1-1 with DR Congo in Houston, with manager Roberto Martinez facing sharp criticism for refusing to substitute Cristiano...weiterlesen »

How Trump's Iran deal unlocked stronger G7 sanctions against Russia's war economy

vor einem Tag - upday.com

G7 leaders have pledged unwavering support for Ukraine and strengthened sanctions against Russia, signaling unexpectedly optimistic relations with President Trump after the first day of their summit in...weiterlesen »

41-year-old Ronaldo fails to score as Portugal stumble to 1-1 draw with DR Congo

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Portugal stumbled out of the gate at the 2026 World Cup, held to a shocking 1-1 draw by underdog DR Congo in Houston. Cristiano Ronaldo, playing in his sixth World Cup at 41 years old, failed to find the...weiterlesen »

Disney shows first trailer for "Bewitched": Magical Adventure Starts in 2026

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

With “Spellbound,” the Walt Disney Animation Studios will bring a new coming-of-age story to the big screen at the end of 2026. The focus is on the teenager Billie, who is overwhelmed with her life and...weiterlesen »

Why England vs Croatia promises knockout-round intensity despite being a first-round match

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England and Croatia will face off in their 2026 World Cup opener on Wednesday at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The Group L clash kicks off at 4 PM ET and is anticipated to deliver knockout-round intensity...weiterlesen »

Partey concealed 8 charges on visa - banned from World Cup opener

vor einem Tag - upday.com

A Canadian federal court has rejected Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey's emergency appeal to enter the country for the World Cup, upholding immigration officials' decision to deny him a visa. The ruling...weiterlesen »

BILLA makes shopping significantly easier for many people now

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

BILLA and BILLA PLUS are significantly expanding their offerings for people with autism and other neurodivergent individuals. On the occasion of Autistic Pride Day on June 18, the grocery retailer announces...weiterlesen »

Vienna Torture Trial: Victim Reports Hours of Abuse

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Before the Vienna Regional Court, a man testified on Wednesday who claimed to have been arrested and tortured by the Syrian intelligence service in 2012. The witness is from the city of Raqqa, where he...weiterlesen »

Popular BBC shows face axe as broadcaster cuts 2,000 jobs in £500m savings drive

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The BBC is slashing £80 million from its programming budget and cutting up to 2,000 jobs over the next three years in the broadcaster's most sweeping cost reduction in over a decade. Director General Matt...weiterlesen »

Witness Led Police to Bicycle Thief in Vienna-Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Around 5:25 PM, the man tried to crack the bicycle lock on Grassigasse. When he failed, he left the location. A witness notified the Vienna police and discreetly followed the man. In the “Wasserwelt” pedestrian...weiterlesen »

The Lebanon detail missing from Trump's Iran deal - and why it could derail everything

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has declared that Israel's withdrawal from Lebanon is a non-negotiable part of the peace agreement between Iran and the United States to end the war. The statement...weiterlesen »

The Messi moment everyone's debating: Why didn't VAR intervene after brutal Algeria foul?

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Lionel Messi's stunning hat-trick in Argentina's World Cup opener has been overshadowed by a controversial foul that experts say should have seen the 38-year-old sent off. The incident occurred in the...weiterlesen »

Arrest After Escape in Hernals: Two Police Officers Injured

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

During an ongoing police operation, it was discovered on Tuesday around 7:30 PM that a 28-year-old man had an active obligation to leave the country. According to the police, the man then suddenly attempted...weiterlesen »

Large-Scale Traffic Inspection in Vienna: Numerous Reports

vor 2 Tagen - Volarberg Online

On June 16, 2026, the Vienna Traffic Department carried out a traffic law focus operation throughout the entire city of Vienna between 7 AM and 7 PM. Special attention was given to e-scooter drivers and...weiterlesen »

Two Men Arrested After Attempted Pickpocketing in Favoriten

vor 2 Tagen - Volarberg Online

Officers from the task force to combat street crime (EGS) arrested two men on Tuesday in Vienna-Favoriten after an attempted pickpocketing. The incident occurred around 1 PM on Laxenburger Street. The...weiterlesen »

16 goals and counting - Messi equals Klose's all-time World Cup scoring record with hat-trick

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Lionel Messi became the second player to score in five World Cups as Argentina opened their title defense with a victory over Algeria in Kansas City on Tuesday night. The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner...weiterlesen »

Streeting threatens Labour leadership challenge next week as Starmer refuses to step aside

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Former health secretary Wes Streeting has warned he is prepared to trigger a Labour leadership contest against Sir Keir Starmer as early as next week. The ultimatum comes ahead of Thursday's Makerfield...weiterlesen »