Trump cancels housing bill signing with 90 minutes' notice, demands election reform first

vor 3 Stunden - upday.com

US President Donald Trump refused to sign a bipartisan housing bill on Wednesday, demanding Congress first pass his proposed election reform legislation. The move canceled a planned signing ceremony with...weiterlesen »

40.3°C in Paris, iconic landmarks shut - Europe's killer heatwave claims more lives

vor 6 Stunden - upday.com

A record-breaking heatwave has gripped Western Europe, forcing the closure of iconic landmarks as temperatures soar to unprecedented levels. France, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom are experiencing...weiterlesen »

Why the Wiener Linien Do Not Cool Down Their Public Transport More

vor 6 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Die Hitze in Wiens Öffis sorgt jeden Sommer für Diskussionen. Die Wiener Linien haben nun ihre Kühlstrategie vorgestellt und erklären, warum Busse, Bims und U-Bahnen nicht einfach stärker heruntergekühlt...weiterlesen »

Hackers Publish Documents – Vienna Airport Responds

vor 7 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Eine cyberkriminelle Gruppe behauptet, den Flughafen Wien gehackt zu haben. This is reported online by “Der Standard” among others. The hacker group “Bashe” claims to have captured a large number of data...weiterlesen »

Bitcoin Falls Below $60,000 as Crypto Market Buckles Under Tech Sell-Off and Rate Fears

vor 4 Stunden - TrendingTopics.eu

The price of bitcoin has slipped below the $60,000 mark, hitting its lowest level since October 2024. On Wednesday, the largest cryptocurrency dropped by as much as 5 percent at times, to around $59,000,...weiterlesen »

This Viennese House Connects Imperial Era and Future

vor 7 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Ein Gründerzeithaus im 15. Bezirk wurde aufwendig revitalisiert und klimafit gemacht. Hinter historischer Fassade entstanden hochwertige Wohnungen mit Wärmepumpe, Photovoltaik und grünem Innenhof. In the...weiterlesen »

Private House Flea Market in Vienna-Hernals: Bargain Hunt in a Historic Setting

vor 10 Stunden - Volarberg Online

The flea market takes place in a former coach house built around 1880. Sales occur in the courtyard and the entrance area of the building, which, according to the organizers, also provide pleasant temperatures...weiterlesen »

New Scanners Change Security Checks at Vienna Airport

vor 10 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Pünktlich zum Ferienstart fällt am Flughafen Wien-Schwechat eine der bekanntesten Reiseregeln Europas. Anyone who flies on vacation knows the problem: sunscreen, shampoo, or perfume must be transferred...weiterlesen »

Man Fatally Injured in Vienna Subway Station

vor 10 Stunden - Volarberg Online

In der U-Bahn-Station Längenfeldgasse in Wien-Meidling ist am Mittwochmorgen ein Mann bei einem Unfall ums Leben gekommen. The subway operation had to be temporarily suspended. The accident occurred on...weiterlesen »

Russian strike kills two Norwegian aid workers clearing mines in Ukraine

vor 10 Stunden - upday.com

Two humanitarian workers for Norwegian People's Aid were killed in a Russian strike on Ukraine's Kherson region on Wednesday. The victims were part of a demining team operating in the partially occupied...weiterlesen »

Ghanaian spiritualist claims curse stopped Harry Kane scoring - now promises to lift it

vor 10 Stunden - upday.com

A Ghanaian spiritualist claims to have cursed England striker Harry Kane during his team's goalless World Cup draw against Ghana at Boston Stadium on Tuesday night. Nana Kwaku Bonsam, who calls himself...weiterlesen »

300-Million Hole: Vienna Rejected for Subway Funds

vor 11 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Die Kosten für den Ausbau von U2 und U5 explodieren. Wien fordert zusätzliche Millionen vom Bund – doch im neuen Doppelbudget sind keine höheren Zuschüsse vorgesehen. The dispute over the financing of...weiterlesen »

Ingenious Onion Trick Enthralls Millions on the Internet

vor 11 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Ein Koch schneidet eine Zwiebel auf ungewöhnliche Weise und sorgt damit auf X für Aufsehen. Das Ergebnis sind feine Würfel in wenigen Schnitten. Auch Experten nennen einen entscheidenden Vorteil dieser...weiterlesen »

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

vor 11 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 »

Drug Focus in Vienna: Two Suspected Dealers Arrested

vor 11 Stunden - Volarberg Online

The police officers were on duty as part of a focus on combating drug-related crime when they noticed the suspicious exchanges. Through coordinated intervention, a 22-year-old and a 26-year-old Austrian...weiterlesen »

800 Years Old: Stephansdom Giant's Door is Being Restored

vor 11 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Millionen Besucher passieren jedes Jahr das berühmte Riesentor des Stephansdoms. Nun wird der fast 800 Jahre alte Eingang erneut umfassend restauriert – die Arbeiten dauern bis Herbst. One of Austria’s...weiterlesen »

Southern Railway Expansion Delayed by Five Years

vor 12 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 »

Witnesses Stop Car Thief After Escape in Vienna-Favoriten

vor 12 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Alert witnesses prevented the escape of three suspected car thieves in Vienna-Favoriten on Wednesday night. The police were alerted around 1:50 AM due to a burglary theft in a parked vehicle at Keplerplatz....weiterlesen »

Vienna-Meidling: Police Officer Pulled to the Ground and Attacked

vor 13 Stunden - Volarberg Online

A routine police operation in Vienna-Meidling escalated on Monday afternoon. Officers noticed a man walking on the independent track bed on Eichenstraße and instructed him to use the sidewalk. According...weiterlesen »

Why Vienna is Now Relying on Giant Ice Cubes

vor 13 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 »

Vienna-Mariahilf: 21-Year-Old Seriously Injured in Workplace Accident

vor 13 Stunden - Volarberg Online

A serious work accident occurred on Tuesday morning in Vienna-Mariahilf. A 21-year-old man fell from a rooftop at a construction site in the area of Linke Wienzeile for reasons that are still unclear....weiterlesen »

ESC caused a tourism boost: Overnight stays increase significantly

vor 14 Stunden - Volarberg Online

The Eurovision Song Contest also seems to have contributed to the growth of Vienna’s tourism: In May 2026, 1.849 million overnight stays were registered in the federal capital. This corresponds to an increase...weiterlesen »

End for Gastro Project in Vienna's Gösserhalle

vor 14 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 »

£215,000 for Churchill's boxes: Roosevelt's cigar gift and PM papers from 1940 up for sale

vor 14 Stunden - upday.com

Four boxes with direct links to Sir Winston Churchill are set to sell for up to £215,000 at Christie's next week. The auction house has described the items as offering a tangible connection to the wartime...weiterlesen »

Vienna: Old Parking Tickets Only Valid Until June 30

vor 16 Stunden - Volarberg Online

On January 1, 2026, the city of Vienna raised the parking fees to 1.70 euros per half hour. A transition period was granted for parking tickets already purchased at the old rate. This period now ends on...weiterlesen »

These 34 Places Offer Protection from the Heat in Vienna

vor 17 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 17 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 »

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

vor 17 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 »

OGH Strengthens Rights of People with Disabilities

vor 18 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 »

World Cup's 48-team chaos: 495 possible scenarios as third-place teams battle for knockout spots

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

Seven nations have secured their spots in the World Cup knockout stage after winning their opening two matches, while five teams face elimination as the group stage enters its final round starting Wednesday....weiterlesen »

First time ever: South Africa one win away from World Cup knockout stage

vor 19 Stunden - upday.com

South Africa faces the most important match in its football history on Wednesday, playing South Korea with a chance to reach the World Cup knockout stage for the first time. The Group A clash in Monterrey...weiterlesen »

Murder probe launched after body found at ancient Peak District stone circle

vor 19 Stunden - upday.com

Derbyshire Police have launched a murder investigation after a 26-year-old man's body was discovered at the Nine Ladies Stone Circle in the Peak District. Emergency services were called to the ancient...weiterlesen »

Donauinselfest 2026: Wiener Linien run every 30 seconds

vor 22 Stunden - Volarberg Online

With additional subway trains, shorter intervals, and hundreds of employees, the Wiener Linien are preparing for the Danube Island Festival 2026. From July 3 to 5, hundreds of thousands of visitors are...weiterlesen »

22% tax on cash in stocks ISAs from 2027 as UK closes savings loophole

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The UK government has confirmed a new 22% tax on interest earned from cash held in stocks and shares ISAs, effective from April 2027. The measure aims to prevent savers from exploiting loopholes in upcoming...weiterlesen »

Trump wins major deportation ruling - but can migrants prove they've lived here 2 years?

vor einem Tag - upday.com

A federal appeals court has cleared the way for the Trump administration to carry out rapid deportations of undocumented migrants across the United States, delivering a major victory for the president's...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 »

Danube Island Festival 2026: Awareness Team, Drones and Video Surveillance

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

When the Donauinselfest opens its doors in ten days, the Danube Island will once again become a meeting point for hundreds of thousands of visitors. Accordingly, the security concept is extensive. As event...weiterlesen »

Germany advances to World Cup knockouts—but won't know opponent until day before kickoff

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Germany has qualified for the World Cup Round of 32 as group winners. The team will face a third-placed opponent on Monday at 10:30 PM in Boston. But their exact opponent won't be confirmed until Sunday...weiterlesen »

€73,000 in payments: Former EU commissioner wanted in corruption scandal

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Belgian authorities have issued a European arrest warrant for Dimitris Avramopoulos, the former EU Commissioner for Migration, as part of the ongoing Qatargate corruption investigation. Greek authorities...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 »

Murder Investigations Against Former Employee After Questionable Deaths at Vienna Clinic

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

The accused is at liberty. As Ziska reported, due to the current evidence, there is neither an urgent suspicion nor grounds for arrest at present. “We are pursuing the matter comprehensively and thoroughly,”...weiterlesen »

11,000 stranded seafarers to be evacuated after Strait of Hormuz reopens

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The United Nations' International Maritime Organization has announced an evacuation operation for more than 11,000 seafarers stranded in the Middle East. The move follows a recent interim peace agreement...weiterlesen »

Man Found Dead in Lake in Mödling District

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

The rescuers were alerted to the Dürrsee because the 82-year-old was missing. The diving service of the state fire brigade association and a police drone unit were also involved in the search, as reported...weiterlesen »

Out of Revenge Raped and Beaten: Trial on Brutal Act of Violence in Vienna Continued

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Initially, on the second day of the trial, the previous statements of the defendants were briefly discussed. The jury courtroom did not offer enough seats for the interested public. Numerous acquaintances...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 »

Gambling Addict from Vienna Committed Armed & Brutal Robberies on Regular Betting Shop: Trial

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

He claimed he was “not that kind of person,” referring to his previous clean record at the start of the trial: “If I hadn’t had this stupid gambling passion, I would never have done it.” The 40-year-old...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 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 »

Forest Fire Near Wiener Neustadt Extinguished After Several Hours

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

A pilot had reported smoke development to Austro Control, the district command reported in a press release. A helicopter from the Ministry of the Interior was also deployed for area reconnaissance. The...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 »

40 cities set first global standards for AI data centers: Renewable energy and water limits required

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Forty mayors from cities across four continents have signed a global pact to set conditions for accepting AI data centers in their communities. The agreement, announced Tuesday during London Climate Action...weiterlesen »

19 Austrians Treated for Heatstroke in Lignano

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

After their arrival at the holiday resort, the teenagers went directly to the beach and spent the entire day there. According to the newspaper, they stayed in the sun without adequate sun protection and...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 »

Vienna's Financial Statement for 2025 is Approved

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

It is a tradition that the financial statement for the previous year is dealt with at the end of June. This time, a set of figures showing a significant increase in the deficit will be approved. It climbed...weiterlesen »

Viennese Drug Ring Busted: Suspect Arrested in Hungary

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

After intensive investigations, officers from the Vienna State Criminal Police Office, Center East branch, tracked down a 30-year-old Bosnian national. The man is suspected of having dealt with narcotics...weiterlesen »

Suspected Shoplifter Attacked Security Staff at Main Train Station

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

A shoplifting incident in a supermarket at Vienna’s main train station triggered a police operation on Monday morning. According to the Vienna State Police Directorate, a store detective observed around...weiterlesen »

Runner battling blisters reaches Glasgow in 827-mile tribute to friend who died from epilepsy

vor einem Tag - upday.com

A Scottish charity runner is set for an emotional reunion with friends and family in Glasgow today as she continues her bid to become the first Scottish woman to run the length of the UK. Caitlin Andrew,...weiterlesen »

46-Year-Old Set Car on Fire in Vienna-Floridsdorf

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

The arson occurred around 7:50 PM. The Vienna Fire Department was able to extinguish the fire quickly. Two female witnesses told the Vienna police that they had observed a man tampering with the vehicle....weiterlesen »

Driver Without License Under the Influence of Alcohol Caused Serious Traffic Accident in Vienna-Landstraße and Fled

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

The accident happened around 11:48 PM at Erdberger Lände. When the police and Vienna’s professional fire brigade arrived, there was no one inside the vehicle. Witnesses stated that the driver had been...weiterlesen »

Information Requested: Car Driver Caused Accident of Motorcyclist in Lower Austria and Committed Hit-and-Run

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

The 49-year-old swerved onto the shoulder shortly after 5:30 AM to prevent a collision with an oncoming vehicle that was avoiding a dead fox lying on the road. The local resident fell and was taken to...weiterlesen »

Mexican military downs spy drone over South Korean training facility days before World Cup match - suspects flee with device

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Mexican security forces downed a suspected spy drone over South Korea's closed training session in Guadalajara, just days before the team's crucial World Cup match against host nation Mexico. Two unidentified...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 »

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 »

Refugees from Syria Receive Up to 3,000 Euros for Voluntary Return Home

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Since the change of power in Damascus about a year and a half ago, around 2,000 Syrians have left Austria, partly voluntarily, partly forcibly. Karner emphasized that a voluntary return is preferable for...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 »

Blood Donations in Heat "Harmless and Even Urgently Needed"

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

“Donating blood is possible and safe even at high temperatures, as long as you feel physically well and drink plenty – but this applies before every donation anyway,” said Gänsdorfer. Those who already...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 »

Two Speeders Pulled from Traffic in Lower Austria at Over 210 km/h

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

On the North/Weinviertel Motorway (A5) near Mistelbach, a 22-year-old was driving his car at 219 km/h, while on the West Motorway (A1) near Pöchlarn (Melk district), a 31-year-old accelerated his vehicle...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 »

Cultural Summer Vienna Brings 29 Free Concerts to Vienna's Retirement Homes

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

The gardens of the Houses for Living will once again become concert stages in the summer of 2026. For the seventh time, the Vienna Cultural Summer will be hosted in the Viennese retirement homes. A total...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 »

The EU Inc.: the digital “28th Regime”

vor einem Tag - VentureCapital Magazin

Dr. Wolfgang Weitnauer, WIPIT Bildnachweis: WIPIT . Prompted by the European competitiveness agenda of Letta/Draghi, the EU Commission presented a proposal on 18 March 2026 for a Regulation on an optional...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 »

Formula 1 in Spielberg: Here the Longest Traffic Jams Threaten

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

When Formula 1 returns to Spielberg, the largest travel wave of the motorsport year also rolls in. From June 26 to 28, tens of thousands of visitors are expected in the Styrian Murtal. The ÖAMTC therefore...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 »

Showdown in the Battle over the EU Inc.

vor einem Tag - TrendingTopics.eu

Rarely has a company-law initiative from Brussels mobilised such opposing camps. On 18 March 2026, the European Commission under President Ursula von der Leyen presented the draft regulation for the EU...weiterlesen »

Why Norwegian royals are at the World Cup while their mother is in hospital

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Princess Ingrid Alexandra and Prince Sverre Magnus have arrived in the United States to support Norway's national football team at the World Cup. The royal siblings will attend Tuesday's match between...weiterlesen »

Letter that forced Britain to give up America shown in London for first time

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

A letter signed by George Washington accepting British surrender has gone on display for the first time in London. The document marks the beginning of the end of the American Revolutionary War. Written...weiterlesen »

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

vor 2 Tagen - 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 »

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