Europe heatwave now affects 100 million as France drowning...

Europe heatwave now affects 100 million as France drowning deaths rise to 42

vor 2 Stunden - upday.com

A record-breaking heatwave is gripping Europe, forcing health authorities across the continent to issue urgent warnings as temperatures reach historic highs. France has recorded its hottest day ever, Spain...weiterlesen »

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Britain debates rejoining the EU - but Brussels has moved on and likes the status quo

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Ten years after Britain voted to leave the European Union, the economic consequences are becoming starkly apparent. UK exports to the bloc have dropped dramatically, trade data shows a sharp decline in...weiterlesen »

Southern Railway Expansion Delayed by Five Years

vor 3 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Schlechte Nachrichten für Pendler: Die geplante Attraktivierung der Bahnstrecke zwischen Wiener Neustadt und Gloggnitz wird deutlich später fertig als geplant. Statt 2028 ist nun 2033 vorgesehen. The modernization...weiterlesen »

Klinik Favoriten: These Images Are Meant to Inspire Cancer Patients

vor 5 Stunden - Volarberg Online

A waiting area in a hospital is associated with worries, uncertainty, and stressful moments for many people. This is exactly where students from BG/BRG Keimgasse are making a special statement. With the...weiterlesen »

Holiday Paradise at the Limit: Bus Drivers Paralyze Santorini

vor 5 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Santorini is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Europe – but mass tourism is increasingly pushing the Greek island to its limits. A bus strike on Monday affected traffic on the Aegean island...weiterlesen »

Why Vienna is Now Relying on Giant Ice Cubes

vor 5 Stunden - Volarberg Online

The first major heatwave of the year is noticeable not only on the thermometers. The demand for cooling is also currently rising significantly in Vienna. According to Wien Energie, the demand for district...weiterlesen »

End for Gastro Project in Vienna's Gösserhalle

vor 6 Stunden - Volarberg Online

The closure comes as a surprise to many guests. The restaurant Steinhart in the former Gösserhalle in Vienna-Favoriten has announced its immediate closure. The operators bid farewell to their guests on...weiterlesen »

Kings of Leon Deliver Rock Without Frills at Concert in Vienna's Stadthalle

vor 7 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Unpretentiously, the four Followills – brothers Caleb (vocals and guitar), Jared (bass), and Nathan, along with cousin Matthew (guitar) – took the stage with the house lights on and kicked off with “Slow...weiterlesen »

These 34 Places Offer Protection from the Heat in Vienna

vor 8 Stunden - Volarberg Online

The heatwave has Vienna firmly in its grip – and the city is expanding its information offerings. From now on, the so-called Cool Zones can be accessed as a separate layer on the Vienna online city map....weiterlesen »

World Drug Day: Psychology as a Key in the Fight Against Addiction

vor 9 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Adolescents and young adults are considered a vulnerable group. Experts therefore see prevention and early psychological support as important components in dealing with addiction disorders. According to...weiterlesen »

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Families demand accountability after Nottingham maternity scandal: 'You can kill babies and nothing happens'

vor 9 Stunden - upday.com

A major inquiry into maternity care failings at Nottingham hospitals publishes its findings on Wednesday, exposing a pattern of preventable baby deaths and life-changing injuries that has devastated around...weiterlesen »

UK accelerates tax loophole closure to Oct 2028 but retailers demand faster action: £1.7bn at stake as EU acts July 1

vor 9 Stunden - upday.com

The UK government has accelerated plans to close a tax loophole that allows overseas retailers to send packages valued under £135 without paying import duties. The Treasury announced the customs duty relief...weiterlesen »

The AI question rattling markets - will massive tech spending deliver the profits promised?

vor 9 Stunden - upday.com

Global stock markets declined sharply on Wednesday as investors dumped tech stocks amid mounting concerns about artificial intelligence valuations and profitability. The tech-heavy Nasdaq fell 2.2 percent...weiterlesen »

OGH Strengthens Rights of People with Disabilities

vor 10 Stunden - Volarberg Online

A ruling by the Supreme Court (OGH) could sustainably improve the situation of many people with disabilities in Vienna. The highest court clarified that necessary care costs within the framework of an...weiterlesen »

OpenAI’s New GPT5.5-Cyber Beats Anthropic’s Mythos, But No Ban Yet

vor 11 Stunden - TrendingTopics.eu

OpenAI has unveiled the full version of its cybersecurity-focused AI model GPT-5.5-Cyber. The model is part of the company’s own cyber-defense program “Daybreak” and is explicitly aimed not at the general...weiterlesen »

Study Shows: Why Some Seniors Perceive Weather Extremes More Strongly

vor 14 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Older people are considered a particularly important group for climate research. On one hand, they are more affected by heatwaves, floods, or storms. On the other hand, due to their life experience, they...weiterlesen »

Posad-Pokrovske: Rebuilding Under the Shadow of Russian Drones

vor 14 Stunden - nrz.de

This episode was made with AI. Posad-Pokrovske, near Kherson, was meant to become a symbol of Ukraine's reconstruction. When Jan Jessen visited the village a year ago, new houses were still little more...weiterlesen »

Posad-Pokrovske: Rebuilding Under the Shadow of Russian Drones

vor 14 Stunden - WAZ

Posad-Pokrovske was meant to symbolize Ukraine’s recovery. Now Russian drones are striking again. Why many residents still refuse to leave. This episode was made with AI. Posad-Pokrovske, near Kherson,...weiterlesen »

Posad-Pokrovske: Rebuilding Under the Shadow of Russian Drones

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Posad-Pokrovske: Rebuilding Under the Shadow of Russian Drones

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Posad-Pokrovske: Rebuilding Under the Shadow of Russian Drones

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Met chief calls for AI and facial recognition rollout without new laws as police tech budget half that of other agencies

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

The head of Britain's largest police force has called for more freedom to deploy new technology without waiting for legislation, warning that police tech budgets have fallen to half the level of other...weiterlesen »

First since 1973: Congress votes to direct Trump to end Iran military action

vor 19 Stunden - upday.com

Both chambers of Congress have passed a concurrent resolution directing President Trump to end military action with Iran – the first time since 1973 that Congress has taken such a step against a sitting...weiterlesen »

Why can OpenAI sell AI abroad but Anthropic can't? Export ban raises uncomfortable questions

vor 23 Stunden - upday.com

The U.S. government has imposed strict export controls on Anthropic's most advanced AI models, effectively banning foreign nationals worldwide from accessing the technology. The move on June 12 cited national...weiterlesen »

Heat – Elderly and Children at Risk, Act Quickly in Emergencies

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

If a person gets into trouble due to heat, quick action is required. “Particularly at risk are older people or children, as they sweat less and thus regulate heat poorly. In the worst case, a heat emergency...weiterlesen »

Under 15? UAE blocks your social media - platforms have 12 months to comply or face ban

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The United Arab Emirates has banned social media use for anyone under 15 years old, becoming the first Arab nation to implement such a restriction. The move places the UAE among a growing number of countries...weiterlesen »

58 departments now on red alert as heatwave shuts Louvre, Eiffel Tower

vor einem Tag - upday.com

France is grappling with a deadly heatwave that has killed at least 40 people and shattered temperature records across the country. The crisis has forced the closure of iconic landmarks and triggered the...weiterlesen »

Scotland orders urgent rates review as some businesses hit with 500% hikes

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The Scottish Government has commissioned an independent review into business rates hikes that saw some firms facing increases of nearly 500%. Deputy First Minister Jenny Gilruth announced the move on Tuesday...weiterlesen »

Why a Bank of England official wants rates frozen - and what could change his mind

vor einem Tag - upday.com

A Bank of England rate-setter has called for interest rates to remain at their current level until economic uncertainty clears, citing geopolitical risks as the primary concern. Alan Taylor warned that...weiterlesen »

Why There Is No "Heat-Free" at Austria's Schools

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

In practice, schools handle temperatures occasionally exceeding 30 degrees in classrooms differently. Sometimes classes are moved to the basement or cooler rooms, or class time is spent outdoors. In the...weiterlesen »

Viennese "Electricity Death Museum" Revived in the Viennese Narrenturm

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Of course, this is also advised against in the literal sense in the year 2026 – although the frequency of severe electrical accidents has significantly decreased in recent decades, also due to protective...weiterlesen »

"Noble Guests": These Works by Klimt, Schiele, and Gerstl Are Temporarily on Display in Vienna

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

The loans include Klimt’s landscape paintings “Italian Garden Landscape” (1913) and “Landscape with Mountain Peak” (1916), which will be shown in the Klimt Room on level 4 of the museum. On level 3, in...weiterlesen »

Vienna Approaching 40 Degrees: Heatwave Reaches Its Peak on Sunday

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

The current heatwave in Austria is intensifying further. According to Geosphere Austria, the preliminary peak of the extraordinary heat is expected on Sunday. Particularly in the east of the country, temperatures...weiterlesen »

NEOS for Higher Retirement Age, Clear No from SPÖ

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Gasser referred to the announcement by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) to fully implement the proposals of the local pension commission. This aims to – among other steps – link the retirement age,...weiterlesen »

Bank of England hawk Haskel nominated for OBR amid 'gatekeeper' criticism

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The Chancellor has selected former Bank of England rate-setter Jonathan Haskel to lead the Office for Budget Responsibility, stepping into a role left vacant after last year's embarrassing budget leak...weiterlesen »

Gove to play PM in Sky series simulating Russian attack on UK

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Sky has commissioned a four-part TV series that will simulate the UK government's response to a Russian attack on British soil, featuring real former politicians and military figures in fictional cabinet...weiterlesen »

Prince William announces Earthshot Prize 2026 in Mumbai as 75 finalists protect 1.4 million km² of land

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Prince William has declared himself "more optimistic than ever" about the planet's environmental future as he unveiled major progress from his Earthshot Prize initiative and challenged global business...weiterlesen »

U.S.-Iran peace sends oil plunging while Fed stuns Wall Street with hawkish turn

vor einem Tag - upday.com

A U.S.-Iran peace deal has sent oil prices tumbling and rattled global financial markets, as investors grapple with the prospect of reopened energy supplies and a hawkish turn from the Federal Reserve....weiterlesen »

UPDATE: Starmer quits day before Brexit's 10th anniversary - €253bn damage, 6th PM since Cameron

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The United Kingdom marks a decade since its fateful decision to leave the European Union on June 23, 2016. The anniversary comes amid ongoing political turbulence that has seen the country cycle through...weiterlesen »

For Karner, a Large-Scale Amnesty is Out of the Question

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Sporrer had planned to enable the release of 500 inmates in a one-time action to relieve the prisons. According to her plans, prisoners with an unconditional sentence of up to five years would be eligible....weiterlesen »

SPÖ wants to "organize instead of divide" on summer tour

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

The representatives of the federal government will not appear “as a closed block,” but will mingle alone or in pairs among the people, for example at the Donauinselfest, the Korneuburg summer festival,...weiterlesen »

Pröll wants "new tools" for the Public Service

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

In a “strategic speech,” the State Secretary addressed the public employees. “Austria needs you. Austria appreciates you. And Austria will be better together with you,” he praised those present. In the...weiterlesen »

Pharmaceutical Company Takeda Cuts 200 Jobs in Austria - Mainly in Vienna

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

“Die Presse” reported online on Tuesday about the job cuts. According to the APA, the number of jobs being eliminated will be less than 200. An exact number cannot be provided as the process is still ongoing....weiterlesen »

5-30% of digital budgets now go to AI - yet most European companies can't prove ROI

vor einem Tag - upday.com

European companies have poured massive resources into artificial intelligence over the past year, with over 80% increasing their AI investments significantly. Yet more than half cannot demonstrate any...weiterlesen »

Dollar hits one-year high as markets price in 90% chance of Fed rate hike

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The U.S. dollar surged to a one-year high on Tuesday, driven by investor expectations that the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates this year. The dollar index (DXY) climbed to 101.186 in early European...weiterlesen »

$600bn wiped out as SpaceX shares plunge 16% in three-day losing streak

vor einem Tag - upday.com

SpaceX shares have plunged for three consecutive trading days, wiping out hundreds of billions in market value just over a week after Elon Musk's space company made a record-breaking stock market debut....weiterlesen »

Up to 35 Degrees in Vienna Classrooms: Criticism of Holiday Debate

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Amidst a heatwave, the situation in Vienna’s schools is causing criticism. The FSG compulsory school representation reports high temperatures in numerous classrooms and sees regular teaching as significantly...weiterlesen »

Data centers could use water for 1.3 billion people by 2030 - UN launches AI transparency push

vor einem Tag - upday.com

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has challenged artificial intelligence companies to come clean about their environmental footprint and commit to powering data centers exclusively with renewable energy...weiterlesen »

Keir Starmer resigns as UK Prime Minister after crushing local election defeat

vor einem Tag - upday.com

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigned on Monday after two years in office, becoming the latest casualty of political turbulence that will bring the UK its seventh leader in a decade. The announcement...weiterlesen »

Children aged two and four found dead in car as France heatwave exceeds 40°C

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Two children aged two and four have died after being found unresponsive in a car parked inside the garage of their family home in Carpentras, France. The tragedy occurred during a severe heatwave with...weiterlesen »

Hitze und Alkohol: Rotkreuz-Arzt warnt vor Risiko

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Especially in the heat, beer, spritz wine, and the like should only be consumed in moderation, said Wolfgang Schreiber, chief physician of the Red Cross, on Monday in an interview with the APA. Both high...weiterlesen »

Two children found dead in car as France shatters heat records in deadly heatwave

vor einem Tag - upday.com

An exceptional heatwave is gripping Europe, breaking temperature records and claiming lives across the continent. France recorded its hottest day in history on Monday as two young children were found dead...weiterlesen »

Three extra years without insulin: NHS approves first drug to delay type 1 diabetes

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The NHS in England and Wales has approved teplizumab, the world's first drug that can delay the onset of type 1 diabetes by up to three years. The immunotherapy gives children and young people precious...weiterlesen »

How to Repel Ants in the Lawn Without Chemicals

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Many garden owners are familiar with the problem: suddenly numerous small mounds of earth appear on the lawn. Ants, particularly the yellow meadow ant, are often responsible. The insects can quickly spread...weiterlesen »

Geminor awarded Norway’s largest residual waste contract

vor einem Tag - Recycling Portal

Romerike Avfallsforedling IKS (ROAF) has awarded Geminor the contract for the transportation and energy recovery of 55,000 metric tons of residual waste annually. The contract has a duration of up to four...weiterlesen »

SpaceX Stock Loses Nearly $700 Billion in Market Value Within a Week

vor einem Tag - TrendingTopics.eu

SpaceX’s stock rally has come to a halt for now. On Monday, the share fell 16.43 percent to around $154 — its lowest level since the first trading day. In after-hours trading, the stock recovered only...weiterlesen »

Social media drives 1.7 billion UK high street visits a year as Gen-Z travels for trends

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Social media is driving an estimated 1.7 billion visits to UK high streets annually, transforming the way Britons discover and experience shops, cafes and restaurants. The phenomenon translates to more...weiterlesen »

Why Britain's winter lights are safe but households face sharp bill shock from Middle East conflict

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Britain has secured enough electricity to power the nation through winter despite households facing sharply higher bills from the Iran war. The National Energy System Operator (Neso) forecasts a surplus...weiterlesen »

The guitars behind The Smiths' biggest hits - now Johnny Marr is selling them all

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Johnny Marr has announced plans to auction 95 guitars from his legendary career with The Smiths and beyond. The sale includes iconic instruments that shaped some of indie rock's most influential songs,...weiterlesen »

Germany's historic Lithuania deployment hits recruitment snag—conscription on standby

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Germany is preparing to conscript soldiers for its new Lithuania-based tank brigade if voluntary recruitment falls short. Defense Minister Boris Pistorius confirmed during a troop exercise that while 90...weiterlesen »

Vienna Declares War on Short-Term Rentals

vor 2 Tagen - Volarberg Online

The city of Vienna is planning the next step in the fight against the loss of housing due to short-term rentals. Mayor Michael Ludwig (SPÖ) announced plans to significantly tighten the rules for platforms...weiterlesen »