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Over 20 million French viewers watch Spain end World Cup dream in record-breaking semifinal

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The France-Spain World Cup 2026 semifinal shattered television viewership records across Europe on Tuesday evening. Spain's 2-0 victory, which secured their place in the final, drew unprecedented audiences...weiterlesen »

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World Cup semi-final crowd so quiet spectators could chat without disturbance

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Journalists sharply criticized the atmosphere at Tuesday's World Cup semi-final in Dallas, describing the crowd as surprisingly subdued despite the high stakes. Spain defeated France 2-0 to advance to...weiterlesen »

FIFA delays sanctions decision: Coaches risk 4-match bans for slamming World Cup refs

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FIFA is planning to postpone disciplinary actions against players and coaches who have damaged football's reputation until after the World Cup concludes, according to a report by The Athletic. The organization...weiterlesen »

England face Argentina with ref who's never seen Messi lose

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FIFA has appointed U.S.-based referee Ismail Elfath to officiate the World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina on Wednesday, triggering intense controversy in British media over concerns of potential...weiterlesen »

Neko Health from Sweden Raises $700M for US Roll-out of Its Full-Body Scanner

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Swedish health-tech company Neko Health has closed a $700 million Series C funding round. With the fresh capital, the company — founded in 2018 by Spotify founder Daniel Ek and Hjalmar Nilsonne — plans...weiterlesen »

DeepSeek: China’s AI Star Plans Multi-Billion Fundraising and IPO

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Just weeks after its first external funding round, DeepSeek is doubling down: The Hangzhou-based AI company has begun preparations for an initial public offering and could file the paperwork as early as...weiterlesen »

Oxford vaccine trial begins as Congo Ebola deaths pass 750 - but won't stop current outbreak

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The Ebola outbreak ravaging the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 2,000 confirmed cases, with over 750 deaths reported. Oxford University has launched the first human clinical trial for a vaccine...weiterlesen »

Bellingham's six goals fire England into World Cup semi-final - as brands chase the new Beckham

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Jude Bellingham has emerged as England's defining figure at World Cup 2026, with his six-goal tally and match-winning performances positioning him as the tournament's breakout star. The 23-year-old midfielder's...weiterlesen »

Britain's fifth PM since 2022: Burnham faces Trump skepticism and EU defense demands

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Andy Burnham will become the United Kingdom's next Prime Minister on Monday, July 20, succeeding Keir Starmer in a transition that has drawn attention from world leaders uncertain about Britain's direction....weiterlesen »

UK Embassy's cheeky memo: How to react if England wins or loses World Cup semifinal

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The British Embassy in Argentina has injected a dose of humor into the tense buildup to Wednesday's World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina. The embassy posted a satirical internal memo on Instagram...weiterlesen »

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What Scaloni calls 'madness' ahead of Argentina-England World Cup clash

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Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni urged fans not to conflate the World Cup semifinal against England with historical conflicts, emphasizing that his team will focus purely on the football match in Atlanta...weiterlesen »

Can England stop Messi's superpower? Tuchel weighs man-marking the 39-year-old legend

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Thomas Tuchel expects England to face an Argentina team "fuelled by history" when the two nations meet in their World Cup semi-final in Atlanta on Wednesday. The England coach acknowledged the emotional...weiterlesen »

Does the referee have the quality for the World Cup semi-final? Deschamps asks after Spain defeat

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France crashed out of the World Cup on Tuesday night after a 2-0 semi-final defeat to Spain, with coach Didier Deschamps raising pointed questions about referee Ivan Barton's qualification to officiate...weiterlesen »

Eight goals to zero shots on target: How Spain made Mbappé disappear in 90 minutes

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Kylian Mbappé's World Cup dominance came to an abrupt end on Tuesday as Spain eliminated France in the semifinal, neutralizing the tournament's leading scorer in a comprehensive defensive performance....weiterlesen »

14 games, zero defeats: Spain's historic run reaches World Cup final after France win

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Spain has reached the 2026 World Cup final without losing a single match across two major tournaments. Coach Luis de la Fuente extended his unbeaten streak to 14 games spanning the European Championship...weiterlesen »

What's never happened at a World Cup final - until Sunday at MetLife Stadium

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Spain has secured its place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after defeating France 2-0 on Tuesday. The decisive match is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey,...weiterlesen »

Messi, 39, faces Bellingham, 23, as Argentina meets England in World Cup semifinal

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Lionel Messi and Jude Bellingham will go head-to-head in Wednesday's World Cup semifinal between Argentina and England in Atlanta. The clash between the two No. 10s could prove pivotal in determining which...weiterlesen »

5 goals in one World Cup: Oyarzabal matches Villa and Butragueño's Spanish record against France

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Mikel Oyarzabal scored a crucial penalty against France in the World Cup 2026 semifinal on Tuesday in Dallas, cementing his status as Spain's most prolific scorer in the tournament. With five goals, the...weiterlesen »

Why the World Cup ball is changing for the final four matches - and what it means

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Adidas and FIFA have introduced a new ball for the final four matches of the 2026 World Cup. The "Trionda Final" will debut in the semifinal between Spain and France, replacing the standard Trionda ball...weiterlesen »

Deschamps breaks 48-year World Cup record with 26th match as coach

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Didier Deschamps has become the coach with the most World Cup matches in history. The 57-year-old Frenchman reached his 26th game during the semi-final against Spain, surpassing a record that had stood...weiterlesen »

FIFA to break IFAB rules at World Cup final with up to 30-minute halftime for Bieber, Shakira, Madonna show

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FIFA is planning to extend the halftime interval of the World Cup final to approximately 20 minutes, well beyond the standard 15-minute limit, to accommodate an unprecedented halftime show. The move breaks...weiterlesen »

How a court ruling just put France's far-right closer than ever to the Élysée Palace

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A Paris court has cleared the path for far-right politician Marine Le Pen to run for France's presidency in 2027, marking her fourth attempt at the top office. The court reduced her embezzlement conviction...weiterlesen »

Why is Alan Shearer worried about England vs Argentina? VAR inconsistency raises concerns

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England legend Alan Shearer has voiced concerns that refereeing decisions and VAR could deny England a place in the World Cup final when they face Argentina in Wednesday's semi-final in Atlanta. The former...weiterlesen »

Your car slowing down without you touching the brake? EU eyes 2030 speed enforcement

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The European Union is examining regulations that could require new cars to automatically slow down when speed limits are exceeded, starting in 2030. The technology would represent a significant shift from...weiterlesen »

$865,000 per player: Spain's World Cup prize deal revealed ahead of France semifinal

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Spain's national football team has secured a lucrative prize money agreement for the 2026 World Cup, with players set to earn up to $865,000 each if they win the tournament. The deal, finalized in March...weiterlesen »

Messi faces England for first time ever as eye injury clouds historic World Cup semifinal

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Argentina faces England in a World Cup semifinal on Wednesday with Lionel Messi's fitness in doubt after an eye injury sustained against Switzerland. The clash in Atlanta carries enormous historical weight...weiterlesen »

Airbnb Boom in Vienna: Greens Demand Stricter Rules

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Die Wiener Grünen sehen bei touristischen Kurzzeitvermietungen weiterhin Handlungsbedarf. Sie kritisieren, dass trotz bestehender Regeln immer mehr Wohnungen in Beherbergungsbetriebe umgewandelt würden,...weiterlesen »

English footballer supporting Argentina over England in World Cup semi-final - for her boyfriend

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An English footballer has announced she will support Argentina against her own country in Wednesday's World Cup semi-final. Kelci-Rose Bowers, 22, is backing her boyfriend Marcos Senesi and his Argentinian...weiterlesen »

England's Dan Burn lost his finger trying to impress girls - now he's a World Cup hero

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England defender Dan Burn has emerged as an unlikely hero at the World Cup. The 34-year-old Newcastle United player made his tournament debut in the knockout stages and has helped his team reach the semi-finals...weiterlesen »

€50m price tag set as US World Cup star Balogun makes historic Klutch Sports move

vor 21 Stunden - upday.com

Folarin Balogun has become the first soccer player to sign directly with Klutch Sports Group, securing representation from the high-profile agency founded by Rich Paul following his standout World Cup...weiterlesen »

Vienna-Penzing: Father Arrested for Child Abuse

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Nach einem Polizeieinsatz in Wien-Penzing ist ein 42-Jähriger festgenommen worden. Er soll seinen zwölfjährigen Sohn mit einem Kabel und einem Gürtel geschlagen sowie dessen älteren Bruder angegriffen...weiterlesen »

Resistance Against Police in Vienna-Favoriten: 28-Year-Old Arrested After Outburst

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Ein 28-Jähriger ist am Montagabend in Wien-Favoriten nach einem Polizeieinsatz festgenommen worden. A 28-year-old man was arrested on Monday evening in Vienna-Favoriten after displaying aggressive behavior...weiterlesen »

New Name for Benko's Former Luxury Project in Vienna

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Das ehemalige Signa-Projekt auf der Mariahilfer Straße heißt künftig Grand Museum Residences und bietet rund 200 Eigentumswohnungen, die im Herbst in den Verkauf gehen . Das Projekt erhielt zudem vorab...weiterlesen »

Trump asked FIFA to overturn player ban - now Infantino faces ethics investigation

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FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces investigation by the International Olympic Committee after human rights organization FairSquare filed a formal complaint this week alleging he violated political neutrality...weiterlesen »

Infantino faces election revolt - and the Trump phone call that sparked it

vor 22 Stunden - upday.com

FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces an unexpected challenge to his re-election bid, with UEFA reportedly working to field an alternative candidate for the upcoming FIFA presidential election. The move...weiterlesen »

Germany declares Google AI Overviews and Perplexity regulated content under media law

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Germany's media regulator has ruled that AI-powered search tools like Google's AI Overviews and Perplexity are subject to German media law. The Commission for Approval and Supervision (ZAK) issued its...weiterlesen »

Google DeepMind CEO warns AI could enable nuclear and biological threats within 18 months

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Demis Hassabis, CEO of Google DeepMind, is pushing for the creation of a U.S.-led global AI watchdog organization to regulate advanced artificial intelligence models. He warns that current AI-driven cyber...weiterlesen »

Why did FIFA send Felix Zwayer home early? German ref gets just 2 World Cup matches

vor 24 Stunden - upday.com

German referee Felix Zwayer's World Cup journey has ended abruptly after just two preliminary round matches. The 45-year-old from Berlin has already left the referee quarters in America and will not officiate...weiterlesen »

The luxury detail at the World Cup final - and why it's drawing backlash

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FIFA has announced that luxury brand Louis Vuitton will provide a specially designed trophy case for the World Cup final on July 19. The French fashion house will present "the official, specially made...weiterlesen »

Wreckage After Plane Crash in Lower Austria Secured

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Nach dem Absturz eines Kleinflugzeuges mit zwei Toten und zwei Schwerverletzten am Sonntag in Gaming (Bezirk Scheibbs) ist das Wrack infolge der Bergung sichergestellt worden. Ein Sachverständiger wird...weiterlesen »

What Bellingham said about Tuchel - and why Kane says it's being blown out of proportion

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England captain Harry Kane has rejected suggestions of a rift within the national squad ahead of their World Cup semi-final against Argentina. Kane told BBC Sport there is "complete togetherness" among...weiterlesen »

Referee with controversial past gets World Cup semi-final - and he's made history before

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Iván Barton, a 35-year-old referee from El Salvador, will officiate the World Cup semi-final between Spain and France on Tuesday in Dallas. Barton made headlines earlier in the tournament as the first...weiterlesen »

The Argentina detail Vogts loves - and why German football lost it

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Former German national team coach Berti Vogts has unleashed sharp criticism of the German Football Association (DFB) following the national team's failure to advance to the World Cup round of 16 for the...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Casual WhatsApp message just won this family tickets to the World Cup final

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A WhatsApp message from a friend has turned into the trip of a lifetime for a London family. Rifat Hysa, 52, his wife Lenka, 44, and their nine-year-old son Max are heading to the World Cup 2026 final...weiterlesen »

Eight of the world's ten most populous nations missing from World Cup despite billions of potential fans

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Millions of football fans across China, India, Indonesia, and Bangladesh passionately follow the World Cup, yet their own national teams remain absent from the tournament. Eight of the world's ten most...weiterlesen »

Can Tuchel end 60 years of hurt? England face Argentina for World Cup final spot

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Thomas Tuchel faces the defining moment of his England tenure on Wednesday. The German coach leads the Three Lions into a World Cup semi-final against Argentina and Lionel Messi in Atlanta, with a place...weiterlesen »

FBI agents arrive at journalists' homes with subpoenas over Air Force One reporting

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Five New York Times journalists have been subpoenaed to testify before a federal grand jury over their reporting on security concerns with the new Air Force One. Media advocates and press freedom organizations...weiterlesen »

„Stop the AI Race“: Hundreds March Against OpenAI, Anthropic and Google DeepMind in San Francisco

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On Saturday, July 11, around 400 people took to the streets of San Francisco to protest against the leading AI companies. The march, held under the banner “Stop the AI Race”, led from OpenAI’s headquarters...weiterlesen »

Mbappé's eight goals vs Spain's revenge - can France reach third straight World Cup final?

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France faces Spain in the 2026 World Cup semi-final on Tuesday in Dallas, Texas, a clash between the tournament's two most dominant teams. France is chasing a third consecutive final and third world title,...weiterlesen »

The World Cup semifinal everyone's calling an early final - and France has history on its side

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France and Spain will face each other in the first semifinal of the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday, July 14, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The match, widely viewed as an early final, brings together...weiterlesen »

Argentina vs England: World Cup semifinal set for Wednesday in Atlanta

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FIFA has appointed American referee Ismail Elfath to take charge of the World Cup semifinal between Argentina and England on Wednesday. The match at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta kicks off at 3 PM ET....weiterlesen »

Norway throws massive party for World Cup team - Swedish critics say they're making fools of themselves

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Around 90,000 people flooded Oslo's streets on Monday to celebrate Norway's national football team after their historic World Cup 2026 campaign. The reception marked the country's best-ever tournament...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Victoria Beckham stayed seated during Bellingham's goal - and the internet noticed

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David Beckham has defended his wife Victoria after her notably restrained reaction to England's World Cup quarter-final victory sparked widespread mockery online. While the former England captain and their...weiterlesen »

Arsenal star bedridden for three days - now set to face Messi in World Cup semi

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England midfielder Declan Rice is expected to recover from illness in time to start Wednesday's World Cup semi-final against Argentina in Atlanta. The Arsenal player has shown significant improvement in...weiterlesen »

17,000 kronor to complete it: Collectors chase World Record in Panini's final tournament

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Thousands of collectors gathered across multiple cities on Sunday to trade World Cup stickers in a coordinated attempt to set a Guinness World Record for the largest simultaneous exchange of such stickers....weiterlesen »

The comeback no one saw coming: Burnham's path from mayor to PM in three weeks

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Andy Burnham has secured the Labour leadership after receiving backing from 349 MPs, making it mathematically impossible for any rival to challenge him. The former Greater Manchester Mayor is now on track...weiterlesen »

$50 million prize awaits 2026 World Cup winner as FIFA breaks payout records

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The four semifinalists of the 2026 World Cup have secured at least $27 million in prize money, with the champion set to earn a record $50 million. France, Spain, England, and Argentina face off in the...weiterlesen »

Trapped in their cars, on foot through flames: How 13 died in Spain's wildfire inferno

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A 93-year-old British woman died Sunday from severe burns sustained in devastating wildfires that tore through southern Spain last Thursday, bringing the total death toll to 13. She became the fourth British...weiterlesen »

Furniture Museum Vienna Shows Film Classics Under the Open Sky

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Romy Schneider, Hans Moser und Paul Hörbiger kehren auf die große Leinwand zurück: Das Möbelmuseum Wien lädt von 24. Juli bis 5. September zu Open-Air-Kinoabenden mit österreichischen Filmklassikern ein....weiterlesen »

Crown Prince Haakon lifts spirits in locker room - King Harald plans palace reception

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Crown Prince Haakon entered the Norwegian football team's locker room after their World Cup quarter-final elimination, delivering a message that lifted spirits despite the defeat. The 52-year-old royal...weiterlesen »

128 matches, 16 groups: What a 64-team World Cup would mean for football's biggest event

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FIFA President Gianni Infantino is pushing to expand the World Cup to 64 teams for the 2030 tournament, doubling the field size in just eight years. The proposal will be examined by FIFA committees after...weiterlesen »

200 AI experts warn governments have 'only a few years' to prepare for transformation

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More than 200 researchers and economists, including 15 Nobel laureates, have signed a joint statement calling for urgent government action to address artificial intelligence's economic impact. The warning...weiterlesen »

Soravia Investigations Closed: Prosecutor Sees No Fraud

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Die Staatsanwaltschaft Graz hat die Betrugsermittlungen gegen Immobilienunternehmer Erwin Soravia und eine Steuerberaterin eingestellt. Die Behörde sieht keinen ausreichenden Anfangsverdacht für eine Straftat....weiterlesen »

13 referees chosen for World Cup final stages as FIFA blocks all officials from competing nations

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FIFA has selected 13 referees to officiate the final four matches of the 2026 World Cup, with the final scheduled for July 19. The organization excluded all main referees from the four remaining nations—Spain,...weiterlesen »

Messi could finally face England in 2026 - and the rivalry runs deeper than football

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Argentina and England could meet in the 2026 World Cup semi-final, reigniting one of football's most politically charged rivalries. Lionel Messi would face England at the international level for the first...weiterlesen »

Seven goals, two controversial calls, one heartbreak - Haaland's World Cup ends in quarterfinals

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Erling Haaland has left the United States after Norway's elimination from the 2026 World Cup. The Manchester City striker departed Monday morning following his team's controversial 2-1 quarterfinal loss...weiterlesen »

25-year-old World Cup footballer Jayden Adams dies weeks after historic South Africa run

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South African national footballer Jayden Adams has died at the age of 25. Police in Cape Town launched an investigation after his body was found Saturday morning in an apartment in the city's Schotsche...weiterlesen »

Historic World Cup semis: Top 4 FIFA teams clash as France faces Spain, England meets Messi

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The 2026 World Cup has produced a historic semifinal lineup. For the first time in tournament history, the top four teams in FIFA's world rankings have all reached the final four—France, Spain, Argentina,...weiterlesen »

Police Car Damaged: 53-Year-Old Arrested After Knife Attack

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Ein 53-jähriger Mann ist in der Nacht auf Sonntag in Wien-Landstraße festgenommen worden, nachdem er ein vor einer Polizeiinspektion abgestelltes Polizeiauto mit einem Messer beschädigt haben soll. The...weiterlesen »

Police Search for Perpetrator After Incendiary Graffiti at BRG Horn

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Nach zwei mutmaßlich verhetzenden Sachbeschädigungen am Bundesrealgymnasium Horn bittet die Polizei um Hinweise. Der Schaden liegt laut Ermittlern bei bis zu 50.000 Euro. After two allegedly hate-motivated acts of vandalism at theweiterlesen »

England face Argentina in World Cup semi-final as Tuchel seeks first title since 1966

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England has reached the World Cup semi-finals and will face Argentina on Wednesday at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Coach Thomas Tuchel is two matches away from delivering England's first World...weiterlesen »

White House backs England to win World Cup after US elimination

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The White House is backing England to win the World Cup on American soil. Andrew Giuliani, Donald Trump's representative for the tournament, revealed the US administration's support for the Three Lions...weiterlesen »

Lavender Pruning: This Mistake Costs Many Blooms

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Wer Lavendel zur richtigen Zeit schneidet, kann sich über eine kompakte Pflanze und vielleicht sogar über eine zweite Blüte freuen. Lavender is one of the most popular fragrant herbs in gardens and on...weiterlesen »

Trump administration subpoenas NY Times journalists over Air Force One safety report

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Several journalists from The New York Times have been subpoenaed by federal prosecutors in New York over their reporting on safety concerns surrounding the new Air Force One. The subpoenas, delivered by...weiterlesen »

Why Europe could leave FIFA - and the ex-insider who says Infantino is 'untouchable'

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A prominent Swiss legal expert has called on European football associations to challenge FIFA President Gianni Infantino's leadership, suggesting that UEFA holds the power to break away from the global...weiterlesen »

The 44th-minute decision that cost Sorloth everything - and Norway the World Cup

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Norwegian striker Alexander Sorloth has become the target of death threats and severe online abuse following his country's elimination from the 2026 World Cup. The Atletico Madrid forward is being blamed...weiterlesen »