Slovenia's Vincic to referee World Cup final: First for...

Slovenia's Vincic to referee World Cup final: First for his nation, who last saw Argentina lose to Saudi Arabia

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Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic will officiate the 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina on Sunday at MetLife Stadium. The 46-year-old from Maribor becomes the first person from Slovenia to...weiterlesen »

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Deschamps' 14-year France reign ends in 4-6 chaos as England win wild third-place playoff

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Didier Deschamps' 14-year tenure as France coach ended in chaos on Saturday in Miami. The 57-year-old led his team to a spectacular 4-6 defeat against England in the World Cup 2026 third-place playoff,...weiterlesen »

£1.8bn digital ID scheme axed as Burnham shifts focus to cost of living

vor 10 Stunden - upday.com

Andy Burnham will scrap the controversial digital ID scheme when he becomes Prime Minister on Monday, redirecting the project's resources to tackle the cost of living crisis. The decision marks a dramatic...weiterlesen »

Man United sign Tielemans for £35m as Villa bank huge profit on free transfer

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Manchester United has completed the signing of Belgian midfielder Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa for £35 million. He has agreed to a five-year contract at Old Trafford, joining as part of a midfield...weiterlesen »

From 50,000 to 29 million followers: The 40-year-old keeper now hunting for a club

vor 11 Stunden - upday.com

The World Cup brought several lesser-known players and one referee into the global spotlight. While stars like Lionel Messi, Erling Haaland and Harry Kane dominated headlines, others used the tournament...weiterlesen »

2026 World Cup generates record $50 billion in bets as ticket prices hit $32,970 amid controversies

vor 11 Stunden - upday.com

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has concluded as the most commercially successful tournament in history, drawing record crowds and generating unprecedented revenue for FIFA. But the expanded 48-team format also...weiterlesen »

39 vs 19: Messi and Yamal's generational clash headlines World Cup final showdown Sunday

vor 12 Stunden - upday.com

Argentina and Spain will contest the World Cup final on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, with the winner becoming the first team to claim two titles in the 21st century. Argentina, defending their...weiterlesen »

Trump to co-present World Cup trophy with FIFA chief at final - first time at any match

vor 13 Stunden - upday.com

President Donald Trump will attend the World Cup final on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, where he is set to co-present the trophy to the winner alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino. The...weiterlesen »

Saka scores hat-trick in England's 6-4 win over France but walks out of BBC interview

vor 15 Stunden - upday.com

Bukayo Saka scored a hat-trick as England defeated France 6-4 to claim third place at the World Cup on Saturday in Miami. But the Arsenal winger abruptly ended a BBC interview after being asked about the...weiterlesen »

Mbappé's emotional farewell to Deschamps: "We failed to give you a better ending"

vor 16 Stunden - upday.com

France captain Kylian Mbappé has written a deeply emotional tribute to Didier Deschamps ahead of the coach's final match in charge of Les Bleus. The heartfelt letter comes as France prepares to face England...weiterlesen »

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$12,000 championship rings coming to World Cup - FIFA adopts American sports tradition

vor 17 Stunden - upday.com

FIFA is introducing championship rings for the 2026 World Cup winners, marking a historic first for the tournament. The rings, inspired by a long-standing tradition in North American professional sports...weiterlesen »

8 goals each but Messi edges Mbappé for Golden Boot - and France can't catch up

vor 17 Stunden - upday.com

Lionel Messi leads the 2026 World Cup's Golden Boot race heading into Sunday's final. Both Messi and Kylian Mbappé have scored eight goals, but Messi holds the advantage through the tiebreaker with four...weiterlesen »

Adidas sweeps World Cup final as both Argentina and Spain wear its kits

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Adidas has scored a major victory at the World Cup final on Sunday. Both competing teams – Argentina and Spain – will wear the German brand's uniforms, while rival Nike has no teams left in the tournament....weiterlesen »

Mbappé catches Messi at 21 World Cup goals - but Argentina star can retake lead Sunday

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

Kylian Mbappé has tied Lionel Messi's all-time World Cup scoring record with 21 goals. The France captain achieved the milestone during the third-place playoff against England, while simultaneously taking...weiterlesen »

Boos erupt as England fans turn on Tuchel after devastating Argentina loss

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

England fans booed head coach Thomas Tuchel before Saturday's World Cup third-place playoff against France in Miami. The jeers erupted when the stadium announcer read out Tuchel's name and his image appeared...weiterlesen »

$29 million on the line as Rice and Konsa fire England past France for bronze

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

England secured third place at the 2026 World Cup with a commanding 2-0 victory over France on Saturday in Miami. Declan Rice opened the scoring in the third minute, capitalizing on a French midfield error...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Argentina cancels all football for two days to celebrate Messi's team

vor 19 Stunden - upday.com

The Argentine Football Association has suspended all national football matches scheduled for Monday and Tuesday to welcome the national team home after the 2026 World Cup final. The extraordinary measure...weiterlesen »

Six goals each, both benched: Tuchel's bold World Cup call on Kane and Bellingham

vor 19 Stunden - upday.com

England manager Thomas Tuchel has benched Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham for the World Cup third-place playoff against France in Miami. The decision to sideline two Golden Boot contenders with six goals...weiterlesen »

Nadal backs Spain for World Cup final glory against Argentina

vor 20 Stunden - upday.com

Tennis legend Rafael Nadal has thrown his support behind Spain's national football team ahead of Sunday's World Cup final against Argentina. The 22-time Grand Slam champion shared childhood photos on social...weiterlesen »

48-team World Cup declared a success as smaller nations close gap on football giants

vor 20 Stunden - upday.com

FIFA's Technical Study Group has declared the expansion of the World Cup to 48 teams a success, dismissing initial fears that the larger format could overwhelm smaller nations. Former Arsenal coach Arsène...weiterlesen »

FIFA declares 2026 World Cup time-wasting rules a success as slow goal kicks drop from 25% to 12%

vor 20 Stunden - upday.com

FIFA's Technical Study Group has declared new rules introduced for the 2026 World Cup a success in reducing time-wasting, with goal kicks now taking significantly less time and medical stoppages down sharply....weiterlesen »

Chelsea agree £117m deal with Aston Villa for England star Morgan Rogers

vor 21 Stunden - upday.com

Chelsea and Aston Villa have reached an agreement on a £117 million transfer for Morgan Rogers. The 23-year-old England international is set to undergo a medical at Stamford Bridge on Monday before signing...weiterlesen »

Why a nation that's never played the World Cup is painting itself blue and white for Argentina

vor 22 Stunden - upday.com

Bangladesh has erupted in blue and white as the nation of 170 million prepares for Sunday's World Cup final, where Argentina faces Spain in New Jersey. Despite never qualifying for football's biggest tournament,...weiterlesen »

FIFA eyes 64-team World Cup as veteran coach warns current 48 already 'vulgar'

vor 22 Stunden - upday.com

FIFA President Gianni Infantino is considering expanding the World Cup to 64 teams, even as the first 48-team tournament is being played. The proposal has sparked heated debate about the future direction...weiterlesen »

What Messi told Djokovic about pressure - and why it shaped his career

vor 23 Stunden - upday.com

FIFA brought together sports icons from across the globe in New York on Friday, just 48 hours before the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina. Captains Lionel Messi and Rodri headlined the event...weiterlesen »

China launches 28-nation AI alliance as rivalry with US escalates into global risk

vor 23 Stunden - upday.com

China has launched a new international AI organization with 28 countries signing on to the agreement, including Russia, Indonesia, and Brazil. The organization will be based in Shanghai and aims to assist...weiterlesen »

UK's seventh PM in ten years - and why Burnham's challenges may be the toughest yet

vor 23 Stunden - upday.com

Andy Burnham will become the United Kingdom's seventh Prime Minister in a decade on Monday, inheriting a daunting set of challenges that have toppled several of his predecessors. The Labour leader, who...weiterlesen »

Spain wildfire kills 13 as Europe's deadly heatwave escalates with 330 blazes

vor 24 Stunden - upday.com

Europe's deadly summer heatwave has claimed nearly 10,000 lives and shows no signs of relenting, the World Health Organization warned. Dr Hans Henri P. Kluge, WHO Regional Director for Europe, criticized...weiterlesen »

Chinese AI shakes Silicon Valley as Moonshot's K3 surpasses US rivals

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A Chinese AI startup has shaken the global technology landscape. Moonshot AI launched its Kimi K3 model on Friday, outperforming leading American AI systems in front-end programming tests and intensifying...weiterlesen »

Why FIFA's Infantino can ignore IOC complaint - and what it reveals about power shift

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Fifa President Gianni Infantino is expected to avoid sanctions from the International Olympic Committee (IOC) despite a formal complaint alleging he violated political neutrality rules. The complaint,...weiterlesen »

Oligarch accuses Ukrainian intelligence of Monaco bomb attack that cost wife both legs

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Oligarch Vadim Ermolaev has broken his silence following a bomb attack in Monaco that severely injured his family, directly accusing Ukrainian intelligence officers of orchestrating the June 29 assassination...weiterlesen »

NFL stadiums installed grass for World Cup - now players ask why they can't keep it

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NFL players are intensifying their campaign for natural grass fields across all league stadiums, pointing to the World Cup as proof it's achievable. The movement has gained momentum as seven NFL venues...weiterlesen »

Spain won't man-mark Messi in World Cup final - despite past lesson of four goals in 15 minutes

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Spain's coach Luis de la Fuente said he feels calm ahead of Sunday's World Cup final against Argentina at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, joking that helicopter travel is his only source of nerves. "I'm...weiterlesen »

Spain vs Argentina final goes ahead on Sunday - despite doctors' warning of 'dangerous one-two punch'

vor einem Tag - upday.com

FIFA has decided to proceed with the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina as scheduled, despite mounting concerns over dangerous air quality caused by smoke from Canadian wildfires. The championship...weiterlesen »

Burnham expected to announce £130 energy bill cut as first PM move Monday

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Andy Burnham is set to become Britain's next Prime Minister on Monday and is expected to announce energy bill cuts of £130 per year for most households as one of his first major policy moves. The MP, who...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? England can claim their best World Cup finish in 60 years in a match they don't want

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England and France face off in the World Cup third-place playoff on Saturday in Miami, a match both coaches and players admit they would rather not play. Yet despite the reluctance, significant stakes...weiterlesen »

FIFA deletes 7 million abusive posts during World Cup - 14 times more than Qatar 2022

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FIFA has removed more than seven million potentially harmful social media posts and comments since the World Cup began on June 11. The figure marks a dramatic 14-fold increase compared to the 2022 tournament...weiterlesen »

West Midlands police chief retires with £57,800 after Microsoft Copilot invented fake match

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Former West Midlands Police Chief Constable Craig Guildford received a £57,800 taxpayer-funded payout upon his retirement in January, following fierce criticism over his force's recommendation to ban Israeli...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? FIFA adds halftime show to World Cup final - and Robert Smith is furious

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Robert Smith of The Cure has launched a scathing attack on FIFA's decision to introduce a halftime show to the World Cup final, calling it a "mugwank idea" and directing explicit criticism at football's...weiterlesen »

Third UK MP murdered in a decade: Ann Widdecombe killing sparks counter-terror probe

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The murder of former UK minister Ann Widdecombe has exposed a dangerous decade for British politicians. UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood told Parliament that while politics is a vocation, it should not...weiterlesen »

One cigarette end could destroy it all: Clarkson faces fire crisis at dangerously dry farm

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Jeremy Clarkson has revealed he is "genuinely scared" about a potentially devastating problem at his Diddly Squat Farm: the grain is dangerously dry, raising the risk of fire that could destroy an entire...weiterlesen »

Tempest

vor einem Tag - European News Agency

ImpulsTanz [ENA] In Tempest, Lisbeth Gruwez offers a taut, electrifying solo that treats anger not as something to be tamed or denied, but as a material to be studied, channelled and ultimately transformed....weiterlesen »

When the Benz becomes the Koenig

vor einem Tag - European News Agency

Valley [ENA] Mercedes-Benz has produced around 74,000 coupés of the C126 coupé variant of the W126 series, which was unveiled at the IAA in 1981. This series, launched in 1979, set new standards in the...weiterlesen »

Shifting Lines

vor einem Tag - European News Agency

ImpulsTanz Festival [ENA] Tanz Company Gervasi’s Shifting Lines is a thoughtful, quietly radical homage to the postmodern revolution in dance, and to the worlds opened by Trisha Brown and Merce Cunningham....weiterlesen »

Welcome To My Jungle

vor einem Tag - European News Agency

ImpulsTanz Festival [ENA] Ndoho Ange’s Welcome To My Jungle is a fiercely compelling solo that turns the idea of “return” inside out, transforming a planned journey back to origins into a charged, looping...weiterlesen »

UK party demands FIFA exit over Trump red card scandal - would end England World Cup dream

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The Liberal Democrats have urged the English FA and UEFA to withdraw from FIFA, accusing the global football governing body of being "corrupt beyond repair." The dramatic call comes amid mounting controversies...weiterlesen »

US backs Argentina over Falklands banner as England demands World Cup sanctions

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Argentina will not be disqualified from the World Cup final after displaying a banner referencing the Falklands War following their 2-1 semi-final victory over England in Atlanta, Georgia. FIFA has opened...weiterlesen »

50,000 satellites with giant mirrors could beam daylight to Earth—for $5,000 an hour

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A California startup has secured federal approval to test satellites equipped with giant mirrors designed to reflect sunlight onto Earth during nighttime hours, sparking fierce debate over the future of...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Messi might not retire after all - Scaloni drops hint before final

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has refused to confirm whether Lionel Messi will retire from international football after Sunday's World Cup final, offering fresh hope to fans of the 39-year-old superstar....weiterlesen »

Trump threatens Canada with new tariffs over wildfire smoke choking US cities

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Donald Trump has threatened to impose additional tariffs on Canada in response to wildfire smoke that has created hazardous air quality across large parts of the United States. The US President blamed...weiterlesen »

Global revolt against AI data centers: Communities fight 267% power price spikes and land seizures

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Opposition to data centers is surging worldwide as communities push back against the resource-hungry facilities powering artificial intelligence. The backlash has triggered lawsuits, protest movements,...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Rooney actually rowed a river because Norway beat Brazil

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Wayne Rooney has fulfilled an unusual World Cup promise by rowing down New York's Hudson River with fellow pundits Joe Hart and Micah Richards. The former England striker made the pledge before Norway's...weiterlesen »

Tuchel defends defensive tactics after England's World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina

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Thomas Tuchel has no regrets about his tactical decisions in England's World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina, insisting his choices were made to support the team despite mounting criticism of his defensive...weiterlesen »

World Cup star Vozinha: 30M followers but choosing carefully - here's why

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Cabo Verde's breakout World Cup star Vozinha has made clear he's looking for a club that wants him as a footballer, not a marketing asset. The 40-year-old goalkeeper, who captivated millions with his performances...weiterlesen »

The great British staycation scramble begins - and Saturday will be the busiest day yet

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Millions of British drivers are hitting the roads this weekend as the peak summer holiday season begins, with temperatures finally set to drop after a prolonged heatwave that has sparked wildfire warnings...weiterlesen »

Two months of daily pain: Martínez plays World Cup final with fractured finger

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez is enduring daily pain from a fractured finger as his team prepares for the World Cup final against Spain in New Jersey on Sunday. The 33-year-old has played through...weiterlesen »

Trump threatens up to $30 billion in aid - Africa abortion access at risk

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The Trump administration has announced sweeping restrictions on U.S. funding for international organizations that promote abortion access, gender-affirming care and diversity initiatives overseas. The...weiterlesen »

Music on Two Wheels: VeloConcerts Make a Stop in Vienna-Liesing

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Ein Konzert, das nicht nur auf der Bühne stattfindet, sondern auch in Bewegung: Die VeloConcerts Vienna Tour macht am Samstag, 18. Juli, Station in Wien-Liesing und verbindet Livemusik mit einer gemeinsamen...weiterlesen »

After 117 years Gibraltar's border fence falls - but Spain's fury grows over sea grab

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The physical border fence between Spain and Gibraltar came down this week after 117 years, removing what officials called Europe's last wall. But the celebration masks a deepening sovereignty dispute,...weiterlesen »

Trump hosts Mexico's Sheinbaum and Canada's Carney at World Cup final amid trade tensions

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will attend Sunday's World Cup final with President Donald Trump. The meeting offers a chance to ease regional tensions that...weiterlesen »

Bob Dylan announces concerts in Vienna and Salzburg

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Musiklegende Bob Dylan kehrt nach Österreich zurück. Im November spielt der Literaturnobelpreisträger zwei Konzerte in der Wiener Stadthalle und eines in der Salzburgarena. Der Vorverkauf startet am 22....weiterlesen »

They play on crutches without prosthetics - and they're training for the World Cup

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Nearly three dozen female amputee soccer players from across South America gathered in Bolivia this week for a historic training camp - the first of its kind on the continent. The five-day event in Santa...weiterlesen »

Trump slams England coach over Harry Kane tactics in World Cup semi-final loss

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Donald Trump has criticized England coach Thomas Tuchel's tactics in the team's World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina. Speaking on Friday at a FIFA reception in New York, Trump questioned the decision...weiterlesen »

Pochettino reveals Premier League desire - decides next week on USMNT future through 2030

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Mauricio Pochettino has confirmed he will decide next week whether to continue as head coach of the U.S. men's national team beyond the 2026 World Cup. U.S. Soccer has offered the Argentine manager a new...weiterlesen »

Tuchel fires back at critics: Third place would be England's best World Cup in 60 years

vor einem Tag - upday.com

England coach Thomas Tuchel has fired back at critics following the team's World Cup semi-final exit, reframing the potential third-place finish as a historic achievement. «If we win tomorrow, it's the...weiterlesen »

Messi's last dance? Argentina targets feat no team achieved since 1962

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Lionel Messi vowed Argentina "will give it our all" as he spoke publicly ahead of Sunday's World Cup final against Spain. The 39-year-old appeared at Fanatics Fest in New York on Friday in what is expected...weiterlesen »

88 fouls, zero red cards: Spain's Laporte calls out Argentina before World Cup final

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Spain defender Aymeric Laporte has accused Argentina of employing unsportsmanlike tactics during the 2026 World Cup and warned that the final could descend into chaos if the referee does not take control....weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Shakira's World Cup show features Bieber, BTS and Madonna in 11 minutes

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Shakira has released a Spanish version of "Dai Dai," the official 2026 FIFA World Cup anthem, just two days before Sunday's final between Spain and Argentina. The new rendition comes as the tournament...weiterlesen »

What Trump told FIFA's Infantino about that red card - and why it sparked outrage

vor einem Tag - upday.com

US President Donald Trump has praised the 2026 FIFA World Cup as record-breaking in nearly every measure, speaking at a reception in New York on Friday. He openly discussed his controversial phone intervention...weiterlesen »

World Cup final doubt: Yamal skips training after brutal Digne foul in semi

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Spain's coach Luis de la Fuente has reassured fans about Lamine Yamal ahead of the World Cup final against Argentina, though concerns persist about the 19-year-old's physical condition following a thigh...weiterlesen »

Laos distillery owner charged over six tourist deaths - but only faces four years maximum

vor einem Tag - upday.com

A distillery owner in Laos has been charged in connection with a methanol poisoning tragedy that killed six foreign tourists in November 2024, but the families of two Australian victims say the charges...weiterlesen »

Tech earnings and ECB decision lead trading week as oil surges 10% on Iran crisis

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Major tech company earnings and an expected pause from the European Central Bank will dominate the trading week starting Monday, as investors grapple with renewed Middle East tensions that have sent oil...weiterlesen »

World Cup final referee Vincic was detained in 2020 raid - drugs and guns seized

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic has been appointed to officiate Sunday's World Cup final between Spain and Argentina in New York. But the assignment has brought renewed attention to a controversial incident...weiterlesen »

Spain's 2010 World Cup hero denied US entry - misses final with his children

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Former Spanish World Cup winner Joan Capdevila has been denied entry to the United States ahead of the World Cup final, forcing him to publicly appeal for help on social media. His ESTA travel authorization...weiterlesen »

Infantino claims World Cup proves unity despite Iran travel chaos and Trump intervention

vor einem Tag - upday.com

FIFA President Gianni Infantino declared the World Cup a success at the United Nations on Friday, describing the tournament as proof that unity prevails over division. Speaking at a session focused on...weiterlesen »

Bieber, Madonna, BTS headline first-ever World Cup Final halftime show Sunday

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The 2026 FIFA World Cup Final will make history this Sunday with its first-ever halftime show, featuring global superstars Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira, BTS, and Burna Boy in an 11-minute performance....weiterlesen »

De la Fuente's instruction for World Cup final: Avoid provocations, stick to Spain's style

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente is heading into Sunday's 2026 World Cup final against Argentina with clear instructions for his team: stick to their style and avoid getting drawn into provocations. The 65-year-old...weiterlesen »

New Police Station for Meidling: City of Vienna Invests 19 Million Euros

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

In Meidling beginnt die Generalsanierung des Amtshauses in der Hufelandgasse/Thersienbadgasse. Die Polizeiinspektion erhält im Gebäude neue, barrierefreie Räumlichkeiten. With a groundbreaking ceremony...weiterlesen »

How 530 World Cup players generated $221m for the clubs that trained them

vor einem Tag - upday.com

FIFA's Clearing House system has generated nearly $1 billion for clubs that developed professional footballers since its launch in November 2022. The payment institution, based in Paris, has already distributed...weiterlesen »

Children Received Energy Drink in McDonald's Test Purchase

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Bei Testkäufen von Foodwatch Österreich haben Kinder im Alter von acht, elf und 14 Jahren in McDonald’s-Filialen Energydrinks erhalten – ohne Alterskontrolle oder Hinweis. Die NGO fordert nun eine gesetzliche...weiterlesen »

Only 2 deaths in 10 years: The prostate treatment 15,000 UK men are missing out on

vor einem Tag - upday.com

A decade-long NHS study has revealed that focal therapy for prostate cancer is as effective as surgery or radiotherapy but carries less than half the risk of severe side effects. The landmark research,...weiterlesen »

450,000 Euro Debt: Vienna Club Fights for Its Future

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Über die Betreibergesellschaft des Wiener Inc. Club wurde ein Sanierungsverfahren eröffnet. Trotz Schulden von rund 450.000 Euro soll der Betrieb vorerst weiterlaufen. Regarding the assets of Sargas Holding...weiterlesen »

Deschamps' emotional farewell: Mbappé one goal from equalling Messi's World Cup record

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Didier Deschamps will coach his final match for France on Saturday when Les Bleus face England in the World Cup third-place playoff in Miami. The 57-year-old's 14-year tenure ends with the disappointment...weiterlesen »

Your favourite holiday spots face 50°C heat - and it could happen this summer

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Popular European holiday destinations could see summer temperatures reach 50°C within the next decade as climate change intensifies heatwaves across Southern Europe. Scientists warn that Spain, Portugal,...weiterlesen »

Trump intervenes in World Cup - FIFA reverses Balogun red card after presidential call

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

The 2026 FIFA World Cup generated an estimated $13 billion in revenue for FIFA, but the tournament's financial success has been overshadowed by controversy. US President Donald Trump intervened to overturn...weiterlesen »

Trump administration targets journalists who exposed Air Force One security flaws

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Federal agents delivered subpoenas to four New York Times journalists at their homes Friday evening, demanding they testify before a grand jury next Wednesday. The Trump administration's action follows...weiterlesen »

27-year mile record and oldest athletics mark under attack as Kerr and Hodgkinson chase history

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

British athletics stars Josh Kerr and Keely Hodgkinson will attempt to break world records at the London Diamond League meeting on Saturday. Kerr targets the mile record at 15:36 BST, while Hodgkinson...weiterlesen »

Andy Burnham to become Britain's PM on Monday as King Charles set to appoint new leader

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Andy Burnham is set to be appointed as Britain's new prime minister on Monday after King Charles III formally invites him to form a government, according to scheduled events for the coming week. The former...weiterlesen »

Heatwaves drive food inflation from 1.6% to 3% in 2027 – weather outweighs war impact

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Extreme summer heat poses a greater threat to European food prices next year than the recent Middle East conflict. Economists warn that heatwaves and droughts threaten harvests across Europe, with the...weiterlesen »

$4.9 trillion valuation pushes Apple past Nvidia as chip stocks face worst week since June

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Apple briefly reclaimed its position as the world's most valuable publicly traded company on Friday, overtaking Nvidia after the chipmaker's stock tumbled nearly 4% in early US trading. The shift came...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? The baby in that viral Messi photo is now facing him in the World Cup final

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

A photograph taken 19 years ago of Lionel Messi bathing a baby has become one of the most talked-about images in world football. That infant was Lamine Yamal, who will face Messi in Sunday's World Cup...weiterlesen »

45% crash for SpaceX, Netflix loses half its value as tech sector faces perfect storm

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

SpaceX and Netflix shares have suffered dramatic losses this week, with both companies falling victim to company-specific setbacks and broader market turbulence driven by geopolitical tensions and Federal...weiterlesen »

Giant Rocket Does Not Lift Off: Launch Stopped Just Before Countdown

vor 2 Tagen - Volarberg Online

Kurz vor dem Start ist ein weiterer geplanter Testflug des größten jemals gebauten Raketensystems abgebrochen worden. “Some of the engines did not ignite, causing the launch to be automatically aborted,”...weiterlesen »

OnePlus exits Europe and North America after OnePlus 15 release

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Chinese smartphone maker OnePlus has officially withdrawn from Europe and North America, marking the end of the brand's presence in Western markets. The company will cease launching new models in these...weiterlesen »

Samaritan Association invites to Action Week Against Drowning: Exercises & Participation Program in and around Vienna

vor 2 Tagen - Volarberg Online

Anlässlich des internationalen „Tags gegen das Ertrinken“ am 25. Juli veranstaltet der Arbeiter-Samariter-Bund von 18. bis 26. Juli eine Aktionswoche mit Informations- und Mitmachangeboten in Wien, Niederösterreich,...weiterlesen »

Six minutes from glory: How Tuchel's defensive gamble cost England the World Cup final

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

England manager Thomas Tuchel is facing intense criticism after his team's devastating 2-1 semi-final defeat to Argentina at the 2026 World Cup. Despite widespread calls for his dismissal, Tuchel has declared...weiterlesen »

26p per mile for petrol, 5p diesel hike - and a new EV tax is coming in 2028

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

The UK's tax authority has confirmed significant fuel rate increases for company cars, with petrol and diesel rates reaching their highest levels in four years. The new rates, effective from June 1 through...weiterlesen »

Sudanese city on the precipice of atrocity, G7 warns - up to 60,000 may have died in El-Fasher

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

The Group of Seven nations has urged rebel forces in Sudan to immediately halt any actions that could lead to atrocities in the city of El-Obeid. The call intensifies international pressure to prevent...weiterlesen »

From 2027: This Will Become More Expensive for Vienna's Drivers

vor 2 Tagen - Volarberg Online

Ab Jänner 2027 müssen sich auch Wiens Autofahrer auf höhere Strafen für zahlreiche Verkehrsverstöße einstellen. Teurer werden unter anderem Tempoüberschreitungen, Rotlichtverstöße und das Missachten von...weiterlesen »

AI agents could redirect 25% of online shopping by 2030 - French regulators warn

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

French regulators have sounded the alarm on artificial intelligence agents, warning they could concentrate online commerce around a handful of dominant platforms. The competition authority predicts these...weiterlesen »

The Russian tanker fleet Europe can still fix - and why 101 lawmakers want it stopped

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Over 100 European lawmakers have urged a Danish shipyard to stop servicing specialized Russian LNG tankers, warning that continued maintenance could undermine an upcoming EU embargo on Russian liquefied...weiterlesen »

Over 200 countries back Infantino - but Germany, Belgium and Poland say no

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

The German Football Federation has refused to sign a letter of support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino's re-election bid, marking a significant European pushback against the embattled leader. The DFB's...weiterlesen »

From 0-2 down to tears of joy: How Argentina fought their way to Messi's last dance

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Argentina has reached the 2026 World Cup final after a dramatic journey marked by near-eliminations and epic comebacks. Lionel Messi will play his final match for the national team against Spain in New...weiterlesen »

White House reveals hosting conditions FIFA must meet for 2031 Women's World Cup in US

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

The United States is set to host the 2031 Women's World Cup, but the Trump administration is making its cooperation contingent on FIFA's transgender athlete policy, according to a White House official....weiterlesen »

$20,000 gold-plated phones honor Messi and Ronaldo for expected final World Cup

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Luxury smartphone brand Caviar has released a limited-edition collection honoring football icons Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. The "Legends" collection features handcrafted devices adorned with 24-karat...weiterlesen »

Guardiola verbally agreed to become England manager before Tuchel was appointed

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Pep Guardiola had verbally agreed to become England manager in 2024 before Thomas Tuchel was appointed to the role. The Athletic reports that the FA reached an agreement with the then-Manchester City manager...weiterlesen »

From 1-0 up to out: How Tuchel's defensive shift cost England their World Cup dream

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

England's World Cup campaign has descended into crisis after several key players voiced their frustration with head coach Thomas Tuchel's tactical decisions in the semi-final defeat to Argentina. The team...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Messi leads Argentina in ball recoveries AND goals at World Cup 2026

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Lionel Messi has led Argentina to the 2026 World Cup final at age 39, delivering a performance that extends across every facet of the game. The captain is not only the tournament's top scorer with eight...weiterlesen »

EU presents emissions reform: CO2 reduction slows to 1.6% from 2036, 100-billion Euro clean tech fund

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

The European Commission has proposed slowing down mandatory CO2 emission reductions for industry in exchange for greater investments in clean technology. The reform of the EU's Emissions Trading System...weiterlesen »

The baby Messi bathed in 2007 is now his World Cup final opponent

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal will face each other for the first time on Sunday in the World Cup final. But their paths crossed once before, 19 years ago, in a moment captured on camera that now seems...weiterlesen »

$11,327 average ticket price makes World Cup final most expensive U.S. sporting event ever

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

The 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina has become the most expensive sporting event in U.S. history. Tickets are selling for an average of $11,327, with the cheapest available seats priced...weiterlesen »

More E-Bikes for Vienna: This is What Changes Now

vor 2 Tagen - Volarberg Online

Die Wiener Linien verdoppeln ihre WienMobil-E-Bike-Flotte. Ab sofort stehen 600 E-Bikes in allen 23 Bezirken bereit. Auch bei Ausstattung und Tarifen gibt es Neuerungen. The Wiener Linien are expanding...weiterlesen »

Trump vs BBC: U.S. government may join $10 billion lawsuit - creating stark conflict of interest

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

U.S. President Donald Trump has dropped a portion of his $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC, narrowing his legal action to focus solely on the British Broadcasting Corporation itself. Court...weiterlesen »

Oil prices rising again: ECB faces uncomfortable dilemma as Middle East conflict returns

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Eurozone inflation eased to 2.8% in June, down from 3.2% the previous month, but the European Central Bank remains far from its 2.0% target as renewed Middle East conflict drives oil prices higher. The...weiterlesen »

Danube Island Open-Air Starts with Ballermann Program

vor 2 Tagen - Volarberg Online

Auf der Donauinsel startet heute die vierte Ausgabe des Open-Airs. Bis 25. Juli stehen in Wien Livekonzerte und DJ-Sets auf dem Programm – von Ballermann über 90er-Nostalgie bis zu Rita Ora und Roxette....weiterlesen »

$100k robot soldiers tested in Ukraine - now getting lethal weapons upgrade

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Foundation Future Industries, a US robotics startup, expects to begin testing weaponized humanoid robots next year and potentially deploy them by 2027. The company has already tested its AI-powered Phantom...weiterlesen »

EU to regulate social media for under-13s this September: Safe-by-design rules, not bans

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

The European Union is moving to restrict social media access for children under 13, with legislation expected this autumn. The move comes after an EU expert panel this week delivered a 156-page report...weiterlesen »

How Databricks tripled its value in 18 months - and why Coatue just bet $3bn on it

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Databricks has reached a valuation of $188 billion in a new funding round led by Coatue Management. The data and AI firm's valuation jumped 40% from $134 billion in February, reflecting surging demand...weiterlesen »

Europe's heatwave created a cult around one Chinese air conditioner - now it's sold out

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Europe's record-breaking heatwave has triggered a sales boom for Chinese air conditioners, with brands like Midea becoming household names almost overnight. The continent experienced its hottest June on...weiterlesen »

EU unveils major banking reform to boost competitiveness and revive Banking Union

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

The European Commission is set to unveil a major banking reform plan today aimed at boosting the sector's competitiveness and dismantling barriers that fragment the EU's financial market. The initiative...weiterlesen »

Vienna Between Role Model and Housing Crisis: Researcher Sees Growing Gap

vor 2 Tagen - Volarberg Online

Wien gilt international als Vorbild beim geförderten Wohnbau. Gleichzeitig nehmen laut einem Wiener Stadtgeografen Herausforderungen wie Kommerzialisierung, steigende Ungleichheit und Hitzebelastung in...weiterlesen »

Opel Confirms Strategic Steps Towards Local Vehicle and Engine Production in Algeria

vor 2 Tagen - life PR

During the German-Algerian Economic Forum in Berlin today, the already announced Opel vehicle plant was confirmed as part of the cooperation between Germany and Algeria In addition, a Memorandum of Understanding...weiterlesen »

80,000 fans expected at World Cup final as New York air quality hits hazardous levels

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Dangerous smoke from Canadian wildfires has engulfed New York, triggering urgent health warnings just days before the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina at MetLife Stadium. The thick haze has...weiterlesen »

Databricks: New Funding Round Catapults Valuation to $188 Billion, No IPO in Sight

vor 2 Tagen - TrendingTopics.eu

US data and AI company Databricks is raising fresh capital once again – and its valuation is soaring. The San Francisco-based firm announced that it has signed a term sheet for a strategic funding round...weiterlesen »

FIFA investigates Argentina over Falklands banner after England semi-final win

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

FIFA has launched an investigation into Argentina's national team after players displayed a controversial banner claiming sovereignty over the Falkland Islands following their World Cup semi-final victory...weiterlesen »

100,000 children drink high-caffeine energy drinks daily - England acts with ban

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

England will ban the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to children under 16 starting April 2027. The government announced the prohibition will cover drinks containing more than 150mg of caffeine per...weiterlesen »

12,000 dead in 10-day European heatwave as Germany records 5,780 excess deaths

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

A late June heatwave across Europe has caused at least 12,000 excess deaths, preliminary statistics reveal. The deadly heat struck multiple countries between June 18 and 28, with the week of June 22-28...weiterlesen »