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President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that Russia is preparing to receive an additional 30,000 soldiers from North Korea, with preparations ongoing in the Voronezh region since June. North Korea is...weiterlesen »
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The United States and Iran are locked in an intensifying cycle of cross-border attacks that has pushed the Middle East conflict into what the Wall Street Journal describes as "revenge mode" for President...weiterlesen »
Far-right political activist Laura Loomer has publicly reversed her pro-Russia stance on Ukraine after visiting the country this week. The prominent supporter of President Donald Trump, who previously...weiterlesen »
Investors are sharply increasing their bets that the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates at next week's meeting, with markets now pricing in a 38% chance of a quarter-point hike on Wednesday — up...weiterlesen »
Anthony Joshua returns to the boxing ring tonight in Saudi Arabia, seven months after a car crash in Nigeria that killed two of his close friends and training partners. The 36-year-old heavyweight will...weiterlesen »
The University of Oxford has administered the first dose of an experimental Ebola vaccine to a volunteer, marking a critical milestone in the fight against a deadly outbreak ravaging Central Africa. The...weiterlesen »
The US and Israel's conflict with Iran has driven Gulf Arab nations to strengthen security cooperation in response to shared threats. However, despite growing coordination on defense matters, a unified...weiterlesen »
UK Defence Secretary Wes Streeting held a "very warm conversation" with his US counterpart Pete Hegseth on Friday, during which they discussed plans for an international conference and a potential high-level...weiterlesen »
Iran reported no U.S. strikes overnight into Saturday, potentially breaking a pattern of nearly two weeks of consecutive nightly attacks. Iranian Health Ministry spokesperson Hossein Kermanpour posted...weiterlesen »
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Hybrids, rather than fully electric planes, are likely to triumph Taxing towards the runway, the propeller stops turning as your correspondent pulls the throttle back to await take-off. On a single-engine...weiterlesen »
Ed Miliband was reportedly "furious and let down" after being overlooked for Chancellor in Andy Burnham's new government, according to former shadow chancellor Ed Balls. Miliband was instead appointed...weiterlesen »
Mark Swan has won the first gold medal of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, edging out Nigeria's Roland Ezuruike in a dramatic para powerlifting finish decided by fractions of a point. The 25-year-old...weiterlesen »
England gymnast Gabriel Langton was rushed to hospital after a serious fall from the horizontal bar during the Commonwealth Games men's team final in Glasgow. The 19-year-old fell head and neck first onto...weiterlesen »
The United States has reported 2,318 measles cases this year, marking the worst outbreak in 35 years. The figure already exceeds the 2,289 cases recorded throughout all of 2025, according to the Centers...weiterlesen »
vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online
Wer schon immer einmal mit einem Polizeiboot über die Donau fahren wollte, bekommt am Samstag, 25. Juli, die Gelegenheit dazu. Die Landespolizeidirektion Wien lädt im Rahmen des WienXtra Ferienspiels Kinder...weiterlesen »
President Donald Trump returned to the White House Correspondents' Association gala on Friday evening, delivering sharp attacks on journalists three months after an assassination attempt forced the cancellation...weiterlesen »
Germany is exploring a dramatic shift in its defense strategy after the collapse of a major fighter jet partnership with France. Airbus's defense division signaled interest this week in joining the UK-led...weiterlesen »
Aldi has emerged as the only major UK supermarket to lower grocery prices this year, while all five of its largest competitors have increased theirs. New data shows the discounter's average prices have...weiterlesen »
A record 165 migrants reached the UK in a single boat on Thursday after crossing the English Channel. The vessel, dubbed a "mega dinghy" by media, was approximately 13 meters long and broke the previous...weiterlesen »
Auf Instagram macht es gerade die Runde – bekannte Persönlichkeiten wie Stefanie Sargnagel und Leonore Gewessler teilen es in ihren Profilen: In der 16-Tage-Wettervorhersage für Wien werden in den kommenden...weiterlesen »
The United States has imposed new tariffs on imports from approximately 60 countries, affecting 99.4 percent of all goods entering the country. The measures range from 10 percent for European Union nations...weiterlesen »
President Donald Trump attended a rescheduled White House Correspondents' Association dinner on Friday evening, three months after an assassination attempt forced the cancellation of the original event....weiterlesen »
A Saudi-led military coalition launched airstrikes in Yemen targeting Houthi militia positions, escalating tensions in the Red Sea after Iran-allied fighters attacked two Saudi oil tankers. The strikes...weiterlesen »
Andy Burnham has launched his tenure as Britain's new Prime Minister with a high-speed policy blitz, announcing tax cuts for pubs and cost-of-living relief in his first week. The Labour leader, who replaced...weiterlesen »
Venezuela has updated the death toll from devastating earthquakes that struck on June 24 to 5,546, with 16,740 injured. One month after the disaster, around 2,000 US military personnel and Israeli forces...weiterlesen »
Iran has been exploiting Britain's small boats crisis to send suspected covert operatives into the UK, with UK authorities intercepting several Tehran-linked individuals attempting to cross the English...weiterlesen »
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Wall Street closed mixed on Friday as oil prices retreated and growing concerns about artificial intelligence spending weighed on technology stocks. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.46% to close...weiterlesen »
Wall Street closed sharply lower on Thursday as investors grappled with a twin threat: soaring AI investment costs that are forcing tech giants to borrow billions, and escalating Middle East tensions that...weiterlesen »
US airstrikes on Iran expanded to targets as far as the Caspian Sea on Friday, while President Donald Trump threatened "major military punishment" against Tehran and its Houthi allies over Red Sea shipping...weiterlesen »
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson traveled into Ukraine's eastern conflict zone for a documentary that shows the war's ongoing devastation and challenges Western support levels. "Boris Johnson:...weiterlesen »
Brazil has emerged as the country most severely impacted by new U.S. tariffs, according to an analysis by the Financial Times. The combined effect of multiple tariff rounds imposed by President Donald...weiterlesen »
Former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has sharply warned Europe against making concessions to Donald Trump's administration. Speaking at the Salzburg Summit on Friday, Trudeau cautioned that attempts...weiterlesen »
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned that Russia is preparing to launch a massive missile strike on Ukraine within the next 48 hours. Intelligence from Ukrainian and foreign services indicates Russian...weiterlesen »
President Donald Trump has introduced new tariffs ranging from 10% to 12% on approximately 60 trading partners, designed to withstand legal challenges. The move comes as U.S. stocks tumbled, international...weiterlesen »
vor 2 Tagen - Volarberg Online
Günstig einkaufen und gleichzeitig Familien unterstützen: Der SOS-Ballon in Wien öffnet künftig einmal im Monat seine Türen für alle. Jeder Einkauf hilft, den Sozialmarkt langfristig zu sichern. The SOS...weiterlesen »
SAP has turned concerns about artificial intelligence into a strategic opportunity. While the European software giant's market value has fallen by roughly a third this year due to fears that AI could disrupt...weiterlesen »
US President Donald Trump has nominated Lieutenant General Kevin D. Admiral to command American ground forces in Europe and Africa. The move would fill the position left vacant when General Christopher...weiterlesen »
Belgian central bank governor Pierre Wunsch has voiced strong opposition to a proposal by the European Central Bank to double the minimum reserve requirement for banks. Wunsch, who sits on the ECB's Governing...weiterlesen »
vor 2 Tagen - European News Agency
Bregenzer Festspiele [ENA] Leoš Janáček’s Die Ausflüge des Herrn Brouček at the Bregenz Festival is a rare and exhilarating pleasure: a “house opera” that embraces the full oddity of this burlesque score...weiterlesen »
A record 165 migrants crossed the English Channel to the UK on Thursday in a single boat, surpassing the previous high of 128 people set in July. The vessel, dubbed a "mega dinghy" by media, measured approximately...weiterlesen »
Austria Wien und Rapid haben sich in der Conference-League-Qualifikation gute Ausgangspositionen erarbeitet. Beide Wiener Clubs gewannen ihre Auswärtsspiele und gehen mit einem Zwei-Tore-Vorsprung in die...weiterlesen »
A series of opinion pieces argues that recurring US military interventions in the Middle East represent a structural problem of American power, not merely the result of Donald Trump's actions. This analysis...weiterlesen »
The US Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates unchanged at its meeting on Wednesday, but a growing internal debate about potential rate hikes reflects mounting concerns over persistent inflation....weiterlesen »
vor 2 Tagen - motorsport-total.com
Gleich ist es 23:30 Uhr in Melbourne, und wir haben endlich auch ein offizielles Endergebnis! Damit drehen wir unseren Ticker nach diesem langen Sonntag auch zu. Auf unserem Portal geht es aber natürlich...weiterlesen »
Boeing has launched a campaign to capture Europe's emerging autonomous fighter jet market at this week's Farnborough airshow, showcasing its MQ-28 Ghost Bat as European nations accelerate defense spending...weiterlesen »
Mit 158 km/h statt erlaubten 80 km/h war ein 19-Jähriger auf der Wiener Südosttangente unterwegs. Der junge Fahrer hatte zudem keinen gültigen Führerschein – die Polizei beschlagnahmte das Auto. During...weiterlesen »
Chinese artificial intelligence models have rapidly emerged as serious challengers to US dominance in the AI sector. The technological gap between the two nations has narrowed dramatically from approximately...weiterlesen »
Over one million additional people in Britain are expected to pay more income tax in the 2026-27 tax year, new analysis warns. The increase stems from frozen tax thresholds, a policy critics call a "stealth...weiterlesen »
Wall Street showed signs of stabilization on Friday after a sharp sell-off driven by escalating tensions with Iran and concerns over technology sector investments. Futures pointed higher as oil prices...weiterlesen »
The United States has recorded 2,295 measles cases in 2026 — the highest number in 35 years. The figure already exceeds the entire 2025 total of 2,289 cases, with more than five months still remaining...weiterlesen »
Munich Re has reported a record profit of 3.9 billion euros for the first half of 2026. The German reinsurance giant benefited from an unusually calm period for natural disasters, with very low major-loss...weiterlesen »
US stock futures edged higher on Friday morning, signaling a potential stabilization after the market's steepest one-day decline in a month. Futures contracts tied to the S&P 500 Index rose 0.3% as of...weiterlesen »
Bei einer Kontrolle in Wien-Donaustadt stoppte die Polizei ein Sattelfahrzeug mit gravierenden technischen Mängeln. Die Weiterfahrt wurde sofort untersagt, die Kennzeichen abgenommen. Officers of the Vienna...weiterlesen »
Der Wohnpark Alt-Erlaa steht vor einer der größten Energiesanierungen Österreichs. Mehr als 3.000 Wohnungen werden schrittweise von Erdgas auf ein klimafreundliches Heizsystem umgestellt – ohne Mehrkosten...weiterlesen »
Brazilian interest rates surged to their highest levels in a month on Thursday as oil prices topped $100 per barrel amid escalating conflict between the United States and Iran in the Middle East. The jump...weiterlesen »
The White House is prepared to "tolerate" UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham for now, but expects he will not be the last British leader during Donald Trump's presidency, according to sources who spoke to...weiterlesen »
Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen have attacked Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea and declared a naval blockade against the Kingdom, opening a dangerous new front in the Middle East conflict. The escalation...weiterlesen »
Axel Rudakubana, convicted of murdering three young girls in Southport, has been transferred from high-security Belmarsh prison to Broadmoor psychiatric hospital. The move has sparked fierce accusations...weiterlesen »
France has enacted legislation banning social media use for children under 15, making it the first European Union country to implement such restrictions. Both chambers of parliament approved the measure...weiterlesen »
Der MigAward vergibt heuer erstmals auch einen Negativpreis. Im Finale der „Sackgasse 2026“ stehen Faika El-Nagashi, die Wiener MA 17 und Gerald Grosz. Über die Gewinner:innen entscheidet im Herbst eine...weiterlesen »
Jürgen Klopp has been appointed as head coach of Germany's national football team, ending months of speculation about his return to management. The 59-year-old signed a contract running until the 2030...weiterlesen »
vor 3 Tagen - Volarberg Online
Rechtzeitig zur Urlaubssaison wächst das österreichweite Schnellladenetz für E-Autos weiter. SMATRICS EnBW nimmt 60 neue Ladepunkte in Betrieb – ein Drittel davon entsteht in Wien. Shortly before the start...weiterlesen »
Europe is racing against time to secure enough gas for the upcoming winter heating season, as a global competition for liquefied natural gas threatens supply shortages and has already driven prices to...weiterlesen »
Major technology companies reported strong second-quarter earnings driven by surging demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure, even as massive investments in AI are raising questions about returns...weiterlesen »
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SAP shares surged more than 5% in Frankfurt trading on Friday after Europe's largest software company reported better-than-expected cloud contract growth, easing investor concerns about potential disruption...weiterlesen »
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has directly threatened Britain, declaring RAF Fairford and other UK military installations "legitimate targets" after the US used the Gloucestershire base to launch...weiterlesen »
In der Causa Walter Ruck bereitet die ÖVP den Parteiausschluss des Wiener Wirtschaftskammer-Präsidenten vor. Über den Fall beraten am Freitag zunächst der Ethikrat und anschließend der Bundesparteivorstand....weiterlesen »
Nach Asbestfunden im Asphalt setzt die Stadt Wien sofortige Schutzmaßnahmen. Betroffen sind mehrere Straßenabschnitte in Wien. Die Stadt will mögliche Faserfreisetzungen durch eine Deckschicht rasch und...weiterlesen »
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has rejected Russian claims that Washington and Moscow reached an agreement to end the war in Ukraine at last year's summit in Alaska between former US President Donald...weiterlesen »
Die Spritpreise sind in Österreich vielerorts wieder über die Zwei-Euro-Marke gestiegen. Der ÖAMTC fordert deshalb eine stärkere Senkung der Mineralölsteuer und mehr Entlastung für Konsumentinnen und Konsumenten....weiterlesen »
Die Donau und viele Nebenflüsse führen derzeit so wenig Wasser wie seit Jahrzehnten nicht mehr. Kreuzfahrten stoppen, Frachtschiffe warten – und in manchen Regionen tauchen sogar Wracks und Kriegsrelikte...weiterlesen »
Secretary of State Marco Rubio escalated US rhetoric toward Iran on Thursday, declaring that President Donald Trump's military policy demands "a head for an eye" rather than the traditional "eye for an...weiterlesen »
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky claims that Ukraine's strikes on Russian territory are creating a "toxic atmosphere" around Vladimir Putin, with the Russian leader's inner circle signaling a desire...weiterlesen »
Oil prices surged past $100 per barrel as escalating conflict in the Middle East sent shockwaves through global financial markets. Stock exchanges in New York and Europe recorded their worst day in two...weiterlesen »
Ein Flusskreuzfahrtschiff mit etwa 200 Personen an Bord ist Freitagfrüh bei der Schleuse Freudenau in Wien gegen die Kaimauer sowie ein Schleusentor geprallt. Several people were injured, reported fire...weiterlesen »
The United States has deployed additional special forces, fighter squadrons, and weapons to the Middle East as its military campaign against Iran enters its 13th consecutive night. The escalation comes...weiterlesen »
The United Kingdom has declared its armed forces stand ready to defend the nation 24/7 from any attacks, responding to sharp accusations from Iran. Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs accused the UK government...weiterlesen »
The United Kingdom has become too complacent about the risk of foreign attack, according to the head of Europe's largest defense contractor. Dr. Charles Woodburn, chief executive of BAE Systems, told the...weiterlesen »
The collapse of Europe's ambitious Franco-German fighter jet program has sent both nations scrambling for alternatives, with Germany eyeing Britain's Tempest project while France courts Sweden as a potential...weiterlesen »
The German DAX index is expected to open Friday's trading session with minimal movement after suffering recent declines. The benchmark index faces pressure from a combination of factors including new US...weiterlesen »
Argentine President Javier Milei has entered an international controversy surrounding his country's 2026 World Cup campaign, claiming that criticism of Argentina stems from "jealousy." The far-right leader's...weiterlesen »
Iran has executed Vahid Baniamerian, a 34-year-old physics academic, along with five other men on charges of membership in the outlawed People's Mujahedin (MEK) organization. The executions are part of...weiterlesen »
Badesaison, Urlaub und Freibad: Laut einer aktuellen Umfrage verspürt fast jede zweite Person in Österreich zu bestimmten Anlässen den Wunsch, abzunehmen oder besser in Form zu sein. Besonders junge Menschen...weiterlesen »
Fuel prices across Europe have surged to their highest levels since the onset of the Iran war, with diesel and gasoline costs soaring amid a perfect storm of supply disruptions. In Switzerland, unleaded...weiterlesen »
Oil prices have surged 43% this month to $100 per barrel as the escalating conflict between Iran and the United States reshapes global energy markets. The crisis has accelerated oil and gas exploration...weiterlesen »
Donald Trump has warned he will hold Iran responsible for any future attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels on shipping in the Red Sea, threatening "major military punishment" against both Tehran and its proxy...weiterlesen »
The European Central Bank held its key interest rate at 2.25 percent on Thursday, giving policymakers time to assess whether Middle East conflict will fuel inflation and require further tightening. The...weiterlesen »
Asian stock markets plunged on Friday as oil prices surged above $100 per barrel for the first time in two months, driven by an escalating Middle East conflict and mounting doubts over artificial intelligence...weiterlesen »
Oil prices have surged to $100 a barrel for the first time since May, triggering a sharp spike in UK fuel costs that threatens to push petrol and diesel prices to near-record highs. The surge follows fresh...weiterlesen »
Britain and the United States have pressed Ukraine to continue its anti-corruption crackdown following the dismissal of former Minister of Digital Transformation Mykhailo Fedorov. The two allies conveyed...weiterlesen »
Mit „Das hat doch eine Frau erfunden!“ bringt portraittheater in Wien ein Stück über berühmte Erfinderinnen auf die Bühne. Von Ada Lovelace bis Maria Telkes geht es um Frauen, deren Ideen bis heute unseren...weiterlesen »
More than 5,000 people in Germany died from the consequences of an extreme heatwave at the end of June, according to estimates from the Robert Koch Institute. The death toll highlights the deadly impact...weiterlesen »
Kuwaiti air defense systems intercepted Iranian rockets and drones targeting military installations on Thursday evening. The strikes aimed at Al-Salem airbase, a key facility used by both Kuwaiti and US...weiterlesen »
An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has claimed over 1,000 lives and shows no signs of slowing, according to the World Health Organization. The epidemic, caused by the Bundibugyo virus...weiterlesen »
Japan's key inflation measure has risen for the first time in three months, keeping the Bank of Japan on track for another interest rate increase this year. The consumer price index excluding fresh food...weiterlesen »
Iran rejected a ceasefire proposal from US President Donald Trump on Thursday, insisting on a resolution to the control of the Strait of Hormuz before any peace deal. The proposal was delivered to Tehran...weiterlesen »
Fuel prices across Europe have surged sharply as oil exceeded $100 per barrel following renewed tensions in the Middle East. In Austria, diesel reached 2.009 euros per liter on Wednesday, while UK drivers...weiterlesen »
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has sparked a political firestorm with £1.8bn in spending announcements during his first week in office. Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has warned that tax rises are inevitable...weiterlesen »
Six candidates vying to become the next United Nations Secretary General presented their cases at a town hall event in the UN General Assembly chamber. Their presentations came at a critical moment, as...weiterlesen »
The United States launched strikes on Iranian military targets for the 13th consecutive night, marking a significant escalation in the conflict over Middle Eastern shipping routes. US Central Command (Centcom)...weiterlesen »
Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea on Thursday, prompting U.S. President Donald Trump to threaten "major military punishment" against Iran and the militant...weiterlesen »
Mortgage rates in Canada and the UK are surging as Middle East tensions drive up oil prices and bond yields, reversing weeks of declining rates and threatening to increase borrowing costs for millions...weiterlesen »
Iranian missile strikes on two Greek-owned oil tankers attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday night have exposed the limits of US military efforts to secure the vital waterway. The attacks...weiterlesen »
European and Brazilian stock markets fell sharply on Thursday as oil prices surged back above $100 per barrel, driven by escalating tensions in the Middle East. Spain's Ibex 35 dropped 1.75% to below 19,300...weiterlesen »
Intel surged nearly 10% in after-hours trading Thursday after reporting its fastest revenue growth in 15 years. The chipmaker's second-quarter revenue jumped 25% year-over-year to $16.1 billion, driven...weiterlesen »
Russian President Vladimir Putin has acknowledged a sharp economic slowdown, with GDP growing just 0.2% in the first five months of 2026. The admission contradicts his efforts to project stability and...weiterlesen »
Gute Nachrichten für Konsumentinnen und Konsumenten: Laut aktuellen Preismonitoren der Arbeiterkammer wurde die Mehrwertsteuersenkung auf Grundnahrungsmittel vollständig an die Kundschaft weitergegeben....weiterlesen »
The US government has withdrawn subpoenas issued to New York Times journalists who reported on security concerns with the new Air Force One aircraft. The move ends a legal confrontation that press freedom...weiterlesen »
Chinese car manufacturers captured 10.5 percent of the European Union market in June 2026, up from 6.5 percent a year earlier. The surge reflects both stronger sales from newer brands like BYD and a reclassification...weiterlesen »
Axel Rudakubana, convicted of murdering three young girls in Southport, has been transferred from Belmarsh prison to Broadmoor high-security psychiatric hospital. The move followed clinical assessments...weiterlesen »