This Small Gesture Can Save the Lives of Vienna's Animals Now

vor 4 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Die Hitzewelle trifft nicht nur Menschen. Auch Vögel, Igel, Eichhörnchen sowie Bienen und andere Insekten finden in Wien immer schwerer Wasser. Mit wenigen Handgriffen können Sie auf Balkon, Terrasse oder...weiterlesen »

Why Hungary keeps blocking Ukraine's EU path - and the 2027 deadline at risk

vor 5 Stunden - upday.com

Hungary has blocked critical progress in Ukraine and Moldova's EU accession negotiations, preventing the approval of screening results needed to advance talks on five key negotiation clusters. The obstruction...weiterlesen »

100% tariffs on all goods: Trump's ultimatum to countries eyeing digital services tax

vor 5 Stunden - upday.com

US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose 100% tariffs on all goods from any country that introduces a digital services tax on American companies. The warning, posted on Truth Social on Friday,...weiterlesen »

103 jailed on terror charges before NATO summit - among them: environmentalists including an 80-year-old

vor 5 Stunden - upday.com

Turkish authorities have placed 103 people in pre-trial detention on terrorism-related charges following mass arrests ahead of a NATO summit in Ankara. Human rights organizations have sharply criticized...weiterlesen »

New Gurkerl Data Show Significant Differences Between Vienna and Germany

vor 6 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Während der ersten Phase der Fußball-WM zeigt sich in Wien ein klarer Trend. Laut einer Auswertung des Online-Supermarkts Gurkerl.at bestellen Wienerinnen und Wiener deutlich mehr Bier als deutsche Großstädter....weiterlesen »

EU slashes energy red tape with auto-approval rule to fast-track renewable projects

vor 6 Stunden - upday.com

EU Energy Ministers have agreed to slash bureaucratic red tape for building new energy infrastructure and unlock billions in funding for cross-border electricity connections. The deal, reached today in...weiterlesen »

Salzburger Lives Completely Without Electricity Connection

vor 7 Stunden - Volarberg Online

70 Solarmodule, Batteriespeicher und Wärmepumpe: Ein Ingenieur aus Salzburg versorgt sein Haus seit Jahren vollständig selbst mit Energie. Nach eigenen Angaben kommt er ganz ohne öffentliches Stromnetz...weiterlesen »

Special Olympics: After Emotional Opening Comes Bitter News

vor 7 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Die Nationalen Sommerspiele wurden feierlich eröffnet – doch die Rekordhitze zwingt die Veranstalter zu einem drastischen Schritt. Fünf Outdoor-Bewerbe finden aus Sicherheitsgründen nicht statt. With an...weiterlesen »

ÖBB Warn: Heat Could Slow Down Train Traffic

vor 8 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Die extreme Hitzewelle könnte in den kommenden Tagen auch den Bahnverkehr beeinträchtigen. Die ÖBB rechnen mit möglichen Verspätungen und empfehlen, nicht notwendige Fahrten nach Möglichkeit zu verschieben....weiterlesen »

29 million interactions: Anthropic accuses Alibaba of massive AI theft campaign

vor 8 Stunden - upday.com

The AI company Anthropic has accused Chinese tech giant Alibaba of a massive illegal campaign to extract capabilities from its artificial intelligence software Claude. Between late April and early June,...weiterlesen »

SOS Children's Villages Announces Initial Reform Steps

vor 9 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Die unabhängige Reformkommission hat ihren Abschlussbericht an das SOS-Kinderdorf übergeben. Nun kündigt die Organisation an, die Empfehlungen zu prüfen und bis Ende Juli erste Maßnahmen zu präsentieren....weiterlesen »

40 drown fleeing heat in France as Europe's 20% AC rate fuels deadly crisis and political divide

vor 8 Stunden - upday.com

Record-breaking heat waves across Europe have killed dozens and sparked a political battle over air conditioning. In France alone, 40 people drowned last week trying to escape extreme temperatures, while...weiterlesen »

Venezuela earthquake death toll more than doubles to 589 as 50,000 remain missing

vor 9 Stunden - upday.com

Venezuela's devastating earthquakes have claimed at least 589 lives, with interim president Delcy Rodríguez announcing the sharply increased death toll as international rescue teams mobilize across the...weiterlesen »

Two countries criminalize homosexuality - now they're playing on Pride weekend

vor 9 Stunden - upday.com

FIFA has confirmed that rainbow flags will be permitted at Friday's World Cup match between Egypt and Iran in Seattle, despite objections from both countries. The game has been designated a "Pride Match"...weiterlesen »

How Long the Record Heat Will Last

vor 10 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Österreich steuert auf das heißeste Wochenende des Jahres zu. Bis zu 40 Grad werden erwartet, zahlreiche Juni-Rekorde dürften fallen – selbst der österreichische Allzeitrekord gerät ins Wanken. The heatwave...weiterlesen »

Record Heat: Burg Clam Postpones Concert Start

vor 10 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Die Konzerte von Electric Callboy, Unheilig und OneRepublic finden trotz der Extremhitze statt. Wegen der Wetterprognosen werden die Beginnzeiten teilweise nach hinten verschoben und zusätzliche Hitzeschutzmaßnahmen...weiterlesen »

Switzerland: Europe’s deeptech powerhouse

vor 6 Stunden - VentureCapital Magazin

Claudia Jehle, EDA Bildnachweis: Claudia Jehle, EDA . The 2026 European Deep Tech Report, published by Lakestar, Walden Catalyst, and Dealroom, places Switzerland at the top of Europe’s deep tech landscape....weiterlesen »

Westautobahn Bursts Due to Heat

vor 11 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Die extreme Hitze hat auf der Westautobahn bei Salzburg einen Fahrbahnschaden verursacht. Richtung Wien war am Donnerstag nur eine Spur befahrbar, Autofahrer mussten mit längeren Verzögerungen rechnen....weiterlesen »

Are Longer Wait Times for Rescue Now Imminent?

vor 12 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Berufsrettung, Rotes Kreuz, Samariterbund und weitere Organisationen warnen vor einer Unterfinanzierung des Rettungswesens. Bleibt das Angebot der ÖGK unverändert, könnten künftig längere Wartezeiten drohen....weiterlesen »

Oil at $73 and falling fertilizer costs - but IMF warns full recovery will take time

vor 11 Stunden - upday.com

Energy and commodity prices have fallen since the United States and Iran agreed to halt hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. However, the International Monetary Fund warns that full normalization...weiterlesen »

70 world leaders gather as Ukraine lands €10bn in rebuilding agreements

vor 12 Stunden - upday.com

Ukraine secured over ten billion euros in reconstruction agreements at a major recovery conference in Gdańsk, Poland. The gathering brought together more than 70 heads of state and government alongside...weiterlesen »

Binance to Pull Back from EU Markets as MiCA Deadline Hits July 1

vor 10 Stunden - TrendingTopics.eu

On July 1, 2026, an era ends for Europe’s crypto industry. With the expiry of the transition period for the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA), the previous patchwork of 27 national regimes is...weiterlesen »

100,000 jobs at risk as Volkswagen plans to double cuts and close four German plants

vor 13 Stunden - upday.com

Volkswagen is planning to cut up to 100,000 jobs worldwide and close four German plants, according to a report by Manager Magazin citing insider sources. The dramatic escalation would double the automaker's...weiterlesen »

Middle East routes down 25% at Heathrow - and the impact could spread globally

vor 13 Stunden - upday.com

Heathrow Airport expects passenger numbers to decline by 1.1% this year as the Iran-US conflict puts notable downward pressure on traffic. Europe's busiest airport forecasts 83.6 million passengers in...weiterlesen »

Chemical plant hit, ammonia smell reported as Ukrainian drones strike deep into Russia

vor 13 Stunden - upday.com

Ukraine launched massive drone attacks on Moscow and other Russian regions overnight into Friday, with Russian authorities reporting at least 28 drones destroyed before reaching the capital. The escalation...weiterlesen »

Lidl reserves 10% of interview slots at 50 new UK stores for long-term unemployed - no CV needed

vor 14 Stunden - upday.com

Lidl is reserving a tenth of all interview slots at its new UK stores for people who have been unemployed for at least six months. The retailer launches the hiring initiative as Britain's job market faces...weiterlesen »

35°C and you're done: Poland's new heat law forces paid work stoppages from 2027

vor 14 Stunden - upday.com

Poland is set to introduce legally binding maximum workplace temperatures starting January 1, 2027. Under the new regulations, employers must halt work when temperatures exceed 35 degrees Celsius for office...weiterlesen »

School's Out for Heat? How Austria's Schools Are Responding to 40 Degrees

vor 15 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Ventilatoren, Freibad oder früher Schulschluss: Die Hitzewelle zwingt Schulen zu kreativen Lösungen. Ein flächendeckendes „Hitzefrei“ gibt es jedoch nicht – darüber entscheiden die Standorte selbst. Austria’s...weiterlesen »

Green Dot on WhatsApp? This is what's behind it

vor 15 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Ein kleiner grüner Punkt könnte bald große Auswirkungen haben: WhatsApp testet derzeit eine neue Funktion, die auf einen Blick zeigt, ob ein Kontakt gerade online ist. WhatsApp is working on a new feature...weiterlesen »

Venezuela death toll soars to 235 as Germany deploys rescue dogs - critical 72-hour window

vor 15 Stunden - upday.com

Nearly 50 rescue workers from Germany's Technical Relief Agency (THW) are deploying to Venezuela to search for survivors trapped under rubble after devastating earthquakes. The team departed Friday morning...weiterlesen »

Stop the Social Media Ban!

vor 16 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Gastkommentar von Johannes Huber. Australien zeigt, dass eine solche Maßnahme schwer durchsetzbar ist. Abgesehen davon spricht noch viel Wichtigeres dagegen. Youth Minister Claudia Bauer (ÖVP) recently...weiterlesen »

New Work Trend: Why Getting Up Early Might Be Outdated

vor 16 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Nicht jeder ist morgens am leistungsfähigsten. Der Trend „Chronoworking“ setzt auf den individuellen Biorhythmus statt auf starre Bürozeiten – erste Unternehmen testen das Modell bereits. Those who find...weiterlesen »

Heat, Traffic Jams, Stress: Why More Accidents Happen in Summer

vor 16 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Mit dem Start der Urlaubssaison steigt auch das Unfallrisiko auf Österreichs Straßen. According to the Austrian Road Safety Board (KFV), 45 percent of all traffic accidents with personal injury occur between...weiterlesen »

Russia faces recruitment crisis as monthly war deaths exceed 30,000 soldiers

vor 16 Stunden - upday.com

Vladimir Putin is planning a new wave of military mobilization, potentially after the State Duma elections in September, as Russia faces a critical recruitment shortage for its war in Ukraine. The Kremlin...weiterlesen »

First Hosts Pull the Ripcord Due to Record Heat

vor 17 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Die angekündigte Rekordhitze hat erste Folgen für Wiens Gastronomie. Ein Traditionslokal sperrt seinen Schanigarten aus Sicherheitsgründen zu – Gäste werden ins klimatisierte Restaurant gebeten. The announced...weiterlesen »

What happened over Moscow last night - and why Ukraine is intensifying attacks

vor 17 Stunden - upday.com

Russia reported that Ukraine launched a massive drone attack on Moscow overnight into Friday, destroying at least 28 drones heading for the capital. The attack came as Russian missiles struck Kyiv, injuring...weiterlesen »

40.9C and rising: Paris hospitals saturated as heatwave kills 48 across France

vor 17 Stunden - upday.com

Paris has banned public alcohol consumption this weekend as a deadly heatwave pushes the city's hospitals to breaking point. The head of Paris police, Patrice Faure, announced the emergency measure on...weiterlesen »

King Charles publishes tax return today - first British monarch in history to do so

vor 17 Stunden - upday.com

A fragile peace process between the United States, Israel and Iran reaches day 119 on Friday, while Russia's war against Ukraine continues for its 1,584th day. Multiple high-stakes diplomatic and political...weiterlesen »

What Iran and Egypt coaches won't discuss - and why Seattle's Pride Match creates tension

vor 17 Stunden - upday.com

The coaches of Iran and Egypt's national football teams have declined to discuss the "Pride Match" designation for their World Cup game in Seattle, stating their sole focus is on football. Both countries...weiterlesen »

After Earthquake in Venezuela: Austria Launches Relief Effort

vor 19 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Zwei schwere Erdbeben haben Venezuela erschüttert. Während die Rettungsarbeiten laufen, ruft der Samariterbund zu Spenden auf und hält seine Katastrophenhilfeeinheit für einen möglichen Einsatz bereit....weiterlesen »

Around 1,000 Crypto Companies Face Shutdown in the EU as MiCA Deadline Hits on 1 July

vor 16 Stunden - TrendingTopics.eu

For Europe’s crypto industry, one of the most important deadlines in its history falls on 1 July. That date marks the end of the transitional period under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA)...weiterlesen »

GPT-5.6: US Government Staggers Launch, Wants a Say in Who Gets Access

vor 17 Stunden - TrendingTopics.eu

The US government is intervening directly in OpenAI’s product roadmap. According to a report by The Information on June 25, the Trump administration has asked the company to stagger the release of its...weiterlesen »

Climate paradox: Concern drops ten points in eight wealthy nations despite extreme heat

vor 20 Stunden - upday.com

Climate concern has sharply declined in eight wealthy nations despite worsening extreme heat, according to a new global poll. Countries including Spain, the UK, and Canada recorded drops of at least 10...weiterlesen »

King Charles breaks centuries-old royal tradition with Buckingham Palace decision

vor einem Tag - upday.com

King Charles III has decided not to live at Buckingham Palace once its nearly £370 million renovation is completed. The monarch will continue residing at Clarence House, his longtime London home, marking...weiterlesen »

EU extends Russia sanctions to July 2027 in shift to 12-month renewal cycle

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The European Union extended its economic sanctions against Russia for another year on Thursday, while simultaneously facing internal divisions over a proposed new sanctions package that would ban former...weiterlesen »

Vintage Car Fans Await a Grand Spectacle in Vienna

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Historische Fahrzeuge, glänzender Chrom und Motorsport-Flair: Die “29. Vienna Höhenstraße Classic” startet heuer erstmals beim Auhof Center in Wien. Besucher können die automobilen Raritäten aus nächster...weiterlesen »

Why are UK schools closing when kids elsewhere handle the heat every day?

vor einem Tag - upday.com

More than 1,000 schools across the UK have closed or dismissed students early as extreme heat grips the country, with temperatures forecast to exceed 40°C. The unprecedented disruption has ignited fierce...weiterlesen »

France shuts 3 nuclear reactors as heatwave cripples power grid and water supply

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Europe is enduring a lethal heatwave that has shattered temperature records across the continent and claimed hundreds of lives. France recorded its hottest day ever this week, with temperatures reaching...weiterlesen »

100,000 New Trees: Greens Present Heat Plan for Vienna

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Bis zu 38 Grad und Tropennächte setzen Wien zu. Die Wiener Grünen fordern jetzt einen umfassenden Hitzeplan – mit 100.000 zusätzlichen Bäumen, kühlen Schulen und klimatisierten Öffis. In light of the current...weiterlesen »

£8 family seating charge axed as Ryanair bows to competition watchdog pressure

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Ryanair has changed its family seating policy after the UK's competition watchdog launched an investigation into whether the airline was breaking consumer law by charging parents to sit with their children....weiterlesen »

Vacation with Children? This Document Can Prevent Trouble

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Wer mit Kindern ins Ausland reist, sollte nicht nur an Reisepass und Tickets denken. Die Notariatskammer empfiehlt eine Reisevollmacht – in einigen Ländern ist sie sogar vorgeschrieben. With the start...weiterlesen »

Jogger in Vienna-Landstraße threatened with gun and robbed

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Ein nächtlicher Lauf endete für einen 22-Jährigen mit einem Schock: Drei maskierte Täter bedrohten den Mann im dritten Bezirk mit einer Schusswaffe und raubten Bargeld. Die Polizei sucht Zeugen. The State...weiterlesen »

€600m a day: France seizes fifth Russian oil tanker since September

vor einem Tag - upday.com

France intercepted a Russian oil tanker suspected of belonging to Moscow's "ghost fleet" off the coast of Sicily on Tuesday. President Emmanuel Macron announced the operation on Thursday, marking the fifth...weiterlesen »

1.71°C by 2027: Scientists predict Paris climate limit breached in first two-year forecast

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Climate scientists at the University of Graz have achieved a breakthrough in temperature forecasting, predicting global temperatures will reach 1.71 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels by 2027....weiterlesen »

Museum of Illusions Celebrates Nine Years with Contests and Special Promotions

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Mehr als eine Million Menschen haben das Museum der Illusionen in Wien bereits besucht. Zum neunten Geburtstag am 14. Juli warten Gewinnspiele, Rabatte und die Chance auf einen Kindergeburtstag im Wert...weiterlesen »

Southern Europe's heat survival rules - and the deadly mistakes tourists keep making

vor einem Tag - upday.com

As extreme heat becomes more common across Central and Northern Europe, Southern Europeans are offering time-tested strategies for surviving scorching temperatures. What tourists often get wrong could...weiterlesen »

8,000 robotaxis already on roads - now UN creates worldwide safety framework

vor einem Tag - upday.com

A United Nations agency adopted the first global regulations for fully autonomous vehicles on Wednesday, establishing uniform international safety requirements that could enable the broader rollout of...weiterlesen »

Spain reports 212 heat deaths as France issues record 72 red alerts - UK hits hottest June day

vor einem Tag - upday.com

A severe heatwave has shattered temperature records across Europe, with France recording its hottest day ever measured and the UK experiencing its warmest June day on record. The extreme heat has triggered...weiterlesen »

Up to 40 Degrees: Vienna Family Pools Open Earlier

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Die angekündigte Hitzewelle sorgt für eine kurzfristige Änderung: Wiens Familienbäder öffnen ab Samstag bereits um 10 Uhr statt erst am Nachmittag. Grund sind Temperaturen von bis zu 40 Grad. The upcoming...weiterlesen »

Star Wars, Austria Stars and Water Fun: Vienna Invites to the Water Festival

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Just in time for the summer heat, Vienna invites everyone to the big Water Festival in Favoriten. On June 26, the Water Tower water playground will become a meeting point for families, children, and school...weiterlesen »

Anthropic Accuses Alibaba of Large-Scale AI Model Theft

vor einem Tag - TrendingTopics.eu

US AI company Anthropic is leveling serious accusations against Chinese tech giant Alibaba: in a letter to US senators and the White House, the company accuses operators linked to Alibaba’s Qwen AI lab...weiterlesen »

Talentir: Austrian-Swiss Startup Raises €4 Million for Global Payout Infrastructure

vor einem Tag - TrendingTopics.eu

Austrian-Swiss fintech Talentir has closed a €4 million seed round led by European venture capital firm Redstone. The company automates international payouts using artificial intelligence and a stablecoin-based...weiterlesen »

87% of EU crude oil imports would fail new methane standards - industry warns of price spike

vor einem Tag - upday.com

A new European Union regulation on methane emissions threatens to disrupt oil and gas imports and drive up fuel prices starting January 1, 2027. Major energy companies and industry associations warn that...weiterlesen »

Finalists for the 2026 Strüngmann Award announced

vor einem Tag - VentureCapital Magazin

Winner to be announced in September Dr Jonathan Talbot (Mosanna Therapeutics, Melodia Therapeutics), Prof. Dr med. Wieland Sommer (Jacobian), Dr Stefano Portolano (Azafaros) (c) Melodia Therapeutics/Jacobian,...weiterlesen »

Europe was never less attractive – the narrative is only catching up

vor einem Tag - VentureCapital Magazin

Jasper Roll, (c) Haufe Group Ventures Bildnachweis: Haufe Group Ventures . Europe is often portrayed as lagging behind the US in building globally relevant technology companies. Yet this perception overlooks...weiterlesen »

What happened when a World Cup referee tried to enter the US - and why FIFA can't fix it

vor einem Tag - upday.com

UN General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock has sharply criticized FIFA after referee Omar Artan from Somalia was denied entry to the USA for the World Cup. Baerbock called on the world football governing...weiterlesen »

Why Pochettino is sitting starters against Turkey - and it's the smart move

vor einem Tag - upday.com

US national team coach Mauricio Pochettino has announced lineup changes for Thursday's World Cup group finale against Turkey, prioritizing player availability for the knockout rounds over the final group...weiterlesen »

$88 billion war package: Trump seeks $67 billion for Pentagon as Congress pushes back

vor einem Tag - upday.com

US President Donald Trump requested nearly $88 billion in supplemental funding from Congress on Wednesday, primarily to cover mounting costs from the Iran war. The move sets up a contentious battle with...weiterlesen »

What Google's biggest Play Store change means for your app purchases

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Google is implementing one of its biggest Play Store changes in years, giving Android app developers the ability to offer their own payment systems alongside Google's standard checkout. The shift takes...weiterlesen »

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

vor 2 Tagen - 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 »

US threatens to cut gas supplies to Europe over methane rules

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

US Energy Secretary Chris Wright has warned the European Union that American gas supplies will be redirected to other markets if the bloc refuses to ease its regulations on methane emissions. The warning...weiterlesen »

5 AM kickoff awaits: Switzerland could face ex-coach Petkovic, Salah or Ronaldo rematch after 6-1 loss

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

The Swiss National Team has secured a spot in the World Cup knockout phase, topping Group B undefeated despite early struggles against Qatar. The team now enjoys a seven-day rest period before facing an...weiterlesen »

Agility Robotics goes public with $2.5bn valuation as first humanoid-focused company on US exchange

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Agility Robotics is going public through a merger with a special-purpose acquisition company, valuing the humanoid robot maker at around $2.5 billion. The Oregon-based startup behind the bipedal Digit...weiterlesen »

Why Norway really brought 580kg of food to the World Cup - and it's not what went viral

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

False claims that Norway's soccer team brought food to the 2026 World Cup because they distrust American products have gone viral online. The reality is far more mundane: elite athletes maintain dietary...weiterlesen »

Binance Withdraws MiCA Bid in Greece, Faces EU Exit

vor 2 Tagen - TrendingTopics.eu

The world’s largest crypto exchange, Binance, has withdrawn its application for a license under the new EU “Markets in Crypto-Assets” (MiCA) regulatory framework in Greece. Despite this withdrawal, the...weiterlesen »

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

vor 2 Tagen - 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 »

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