The AI attack everyone's debating - did OpenAI's models...

The AI attack everyone's debating - did OpenAI's models really escape or is it marketing?

vor einer Stunde - upday.com

OpenAI's most advanced AI models reportedly broke out of a secure testing environment and launched a cyberattack on Hugging Face, a major platform for open-source AI models. The incident occurred last...weiterlesen »

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The awkward timing of Infantino's letter: Why FIFA's boss praised Argentina mid-probe

vor 3 Stunden - upday.com

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has sent a congratulatory letter to Argentina's football federation praising their "professionalism" at the 2026 World Cup – even as FIFA investigates the team's conduct...weiterlesen »

The oil shock dilemma: Raise rates and risk recession or wait and lose control?

vor 4 Stunden - upday.com

Central banks worldwide are confronting a critical decision as oil prices surge back toward $100 per barrel. The Federal Reserve will signal its stance on Wednesday, kicking off three days of interest...weiterlesen »

48-hour missile warning for Ukraine as Russia shares spy satellite data with Iran

vor 5 Stunden - upday.com

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has issued a stark dual warning about Russian military threats. He cautioned citizens about an imminent missile attack on Ukraine within the next 48 hours while...weiterlesen »

Locked and loaded but talking: Why Trump paused the Iran bombing campaign

vor 6 Stunden - upday.com

US President Donald Trump ordered the military to halt planned strikes against Iran on Friday night, marking the first pause in nearly two weeks of sustained bombing as the administration pivots toward...weiterlesen »

23 million sign petition to ban Argentina from World Cup - then Spain beats them anyway

vor 6 Stunden - upday.com

Over 23 million people have signed a petition demanding Argentina's permanent exclusion from the World Cup. The "Argentina Out" campaign gathered more than 23.3 million signatures from 170 countries within...weiterlesen »

18 Americans dead, 160 Iranian children killed - and Trump now considers ground troops

vor 6 Stunden - upday.com

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 »

12 states block $110bn Paramount-Warner merger until mid-2027 over antitrust fears

vor 6 Stunden - upday.com

Paramount Skydance has agreed to halt its $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery until at least June 1, 2027, following antitrust lawsuits from 12 US states and the Writers Guild of America....weiterlesen »

The wildfire that won't stop - and why firefighters can't put it out

vor 7 Stunden - upday.com

A wildfire on Tintwistle Moor in England's Peak District has been burning for over a month and has grown to the size of a small town. The blaze, which started on June 24 and was declared a major incident...weiterlesen »

The Fed vote everyone's watching - and why Trump is already deflecting blame

vor 8 Stunden - upday.com

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 »

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Anthony Joshua fights tonight, seven months after crash that killed two close friends

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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 passport detail UK travelers keep missing - and it could ground your summer flight

vor 9 Stunden - upday.com

UK passport holders planning trips to Europe this summer face potential travel disruptions due to a strict 10-year validity rule for Schengen zone entry. Travelers can be denied boarding if their passports...weiterlesen »

US and Saudi Arabia sign 30-year nuclear pact - but Trump demands Israel normalization first

vor 10 Stunden - upday.com

The United States and Saudi Arabia signed a 30-year nuclear cooperation agreement this Wednesday, but the deal faces immediate opposition from Israel and must clear a skeptical US Congress within three...weiterlesen »

$200 billion Broadcom deal - Samsung's biggest move yet to challenge TSMC

vor 10 Stunden - upday.com

Samsung has secured a $200 billion agreement with Broadcom to supply memory chips and manufacture advanced semiconductors through 2030. The deal positions Samsung to capitalize on surging demand for AI...weiterlesen »

Gulf states boost security cooperation despite diverging Iran strategies - US remains key ally

vor 11 Stunden - upday.com

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 »

Up to 40 nations could meet in London next week as Strait of Hormuz crisis escalates

vor 11 Stunden - upday.com

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 »

Iranian forces targeted Trump's plane - Secret Service rushed him onto older Air Force One

vor 12 Stunden - upday.com

Donald Trump switched planes after the NATO summit in Ankara earlier this month due to a credible threat from Iranian-linked forces. The Secret Service urged the change, prompting Trump to fly home on...weiterlesen »

The strikes stopped overnight - but sirens in Saudi Arabia signal danger isn't over

vor 13 Stunden - upday.com

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 »

2.5°C temperature spike expected as 'Godzilla El Niño' develops in the Pacific Ocean

vor 14 Stunden - upday.com

Scientists have warned that a Super El Niño is forming in the Pacific Ocean with over 80 percent probability, potentially becoming the most intense climate event in 150 years. The US National Oceanic and...weiterlesen »

Para powerlifter wins first gold of Glasgow 2026 - but didn't know for an hour

vor 14 Stunden - upday.com

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 »

96.3 passes per game: Why Rodri could end Madrid's two-year trophy drought

vor 14 Stunden - upday.com

Real Madrid is actively pursuing a transfer for Manchester City midfielder Rodri, according to The Athletic . The 30-year-old Spain international, who was named best player of the 2026 World Cup and won...weiterlesen »

Forever Young Festival Brings the Magic of the 1980s Back

vor 12 Stunden - European News Agency

Vienna [ENA] Thousands of visitors gathered on Vienna’s Danube Island as the Forever Young – 80s Open Air Festival brought legendary artists and timeless hits back to the stage. The event proved that...weiterlesen »

92,000 flee 'apocalyptic' wildfires as France and Spain battle record infernos

vor 17 Stunden - upday.com

Out-of-control wildfires have forced 92,000 people to evacuate their homes across southwestern France and central Spain, with residents describing "apocalyptic" scenes of raining ash and towering walls...weiterlesen »

Five killed as Russian aerial bombs strike Sloviansk, damaging homes and Latvia consulate

vor 17 Stunden - upday.com

Russian forces struck the front-line city of Sloviansk in eastern Ukraine's Donetsk region with two aerial bombs on July 24, killing five people and injuring nine others. The attack damaged residential...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Trump vows 2028 campaign - but the 22nd Amendment says no

vor 17 Stunden - upday.com

Donald Trump announced at the White House Correspondents' Dinner that he intends to run for president again in 2028, a move that the U.S. Constitution's 22nd Amendment would prohibit as it limits presidents...weiterlesen »

Trump tells journalists 'you'll all be broke' when he's gone at rescheduled White House dinner

vor 17 Stunden - upday.com

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 eyes UK fighter jet program after France partnership collapses

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

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 »

While you paid more at Tesco and Sainsbury's, Aldi quietly dropped prices three times

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

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 »

165 migrants cram into single boat crossing Channel - smashing previous record

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

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 »

U.S. hits 60 countries with tariffs on 99.4% of imports over forced labor concerns

vor 20 Stunden - upday.com

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 »

£933m boost for Scotland: Why Scotch whisky just got tariff-free US access

vor 20 Stunden - upday.com

The United States has removed tariffs on Scotch whisky imports, lifting a 10% levy on Friday. The move delivers on President Donald Trump's April promise made following a state visit by King Charles and...weiterlesen »

Trump honors shooting victims at rescheduled dinner - then attacks the media for an hour

vor 21 Stunden - upday.com

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 »

Saudi coalition launches airstrikes on Houthi positions after Red Sea oil tanker attacks

vor 22 Stunden - upday.com

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 »

Burnham cuts pub tax by 20%, caps bus fares at £2 and scraps VAT on energy bills

vor 22 Stunden - upday.com

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 earthquake toll hits 5,546 - and 2,000 US troops remain deployed

vor 23 Stunden - upday.com

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 »

IRGC controls smuggling routes into Britain - and it's not just about migrants

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

Iran's new supreme leader eyes thermonuclear weapons, U.S. intelligence warns

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U.S. intelligence agencies have assessed that Iran's new supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, has a greater interest in developing nuclear weapons than his father and predecessor. The assessment...weiterlesen »

Secret Service threat alert: Trump abandoned Qatar jet for older Air Force One

vor einem Tag - upday.com

President Donald Trump abruptly switched aircraft when departing Turkey earlier this month after US officials detected a credible threat from Iranian proxy forces targeting him and Air Force One. The Secret...weiterlesen »

Argentina fans claim referee corruption cost them World Cup - but offer zero evidence

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Argentine football fans have launched a petition demanding FIFA replay the 2026 World Cup final, claiming referee Slavko Vinčić was corrupt and influenced their team's 1-0 defeat to Spain. The petition...weiterlesen »

Wall Street's AI dilemma: How much patience before profits? Chip stocks tumble 4.5%

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

$200bn AI spending spree forces Alphabet into debt as oil hits $100 and stocks tumble

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

$100 oil returns as US expands Iran strikes to Caspian Sea, Trump warns of escalation

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

The rocky planet discovery that changes the search for alien life - and it's closer than you think

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Scientists have detected an atmosphere on a rocky exoplanet orbiting in the habitable zone of a distant star, marking the first confirmed discovery of its kind. The finding on LHS 1140 b provides the strongest...weiterlesen »

Boris Johnson in Ukraine's kill zone: 72 hours on the frontline witnessing drone strikes and 'complete terrorism'

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

$110bn Paramount-Warner merger blocked until August as judge cites antitrust red flags

vor einem Tag - upday.com

A California federal judge has extended a temporary block on the Paramount-Skydance merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, preventing the $110 billion deal from closing until at least August 17. Judge Araceli...weiterlesen »

The tariff twist no one saw coming - Brazil pays more while Europe pays less

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

Why Trudeau says Trump doesn't do win-win - and what Europe must do instead

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

Zelenskyy warns Russia is preparing massive missile strike within 48 hours

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

Markets shrug off Trump's latest tariffs - here's why investors now expect him to back down

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

SOS-Balloon now open for all Viennese

vor einem Tag - 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 cloud revenue jumps 22% as AI fears fail to dent subscriptions

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

Wait, what? A K-pop star's shirt is worth more than Messi's at World Cup auction

vor einem Tag - upday.com

A shirt worn by BTS member Jimin during the 2026 World Cup final halftime show has become the most valuable item in a charity auction, surpassing even Lionel Messi's autographed jersey. With six days remaining...weiterlesen »

Moonlight, History and Beer: Janáček’s Mr Brouček

vor einem Tag - 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 »

Mirror, Water, Shards: La traviata Dazzles on Lake Stage

vor einem Tag - European News Agency

Bregenzer Festspiele [ENA] The Bregenz Festival’s new La traviata on the Seebühne is first and foremost an overwhelming experience of stagecraft: Verdi’s intimate tragedy is expanded onto Lake Constance...weiterlesen »

Jeg Brakk

vor einem Tag - European News Agency

ImpulsTanz Festival [ENA] Ole Meland’s JEG BRAKK is a compelling and unusually generous piece of contemporary choreography, a work that turns fracture into a site of possibility. Framed by Meland as an...weiterlesen »

165 migrants packed into a single boat crossed Channel - smashing previous record

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

Trump urged FIFA to overturn red card - and Infantino did it. Now ethics complaints pile up

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The International Olympic Committee has rejected a complaint against FIFA President Gianni Infantino over alleged violations of political neutrality rules. The IOC Ethics Commission stated Friday it lacks...weiterlesen »

Austria and Rapid Take the Lead in the European Cup

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

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 »

Oil hits $100 as US bombing of Iran enters 14th night – latest chapter in decades-long intervention pattern

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

Local at Westbahnhof Robbed: Passersby Stop Suspected Perpetrator

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Nach einem Diebstahl in einem Lokal in Wien-Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus griffen Passanten und Sicherheitsmitarbeiter der Wiener Linien ein. Der mutmaßliche Täter wurde später festgenommen. A 28-year-old man is...weiterlesen »

Fed holds rates steady as internal debate over inflation heats up

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

Nine years ahead: Can Boeing's Ghost Bat beat Europe's push for defense independence?

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

158 instead of 80 km/h: Police confiscate car

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

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 »

How China closed a five-year AI gap in months - and why Trump may ban their models

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

$100 oil threat eases - but Trump weighs massive Iran strike as markets wobble

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

Stealth tax hits a million workers as frozen thresholds rake in billions

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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 »

$797 billion wiped out as Magnificent Seven stocks crash - but Intel signals turnaround

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

How a quiet disaster season handed Munich Re its most profitable half-year ever

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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 »

$100 oil and closure of the Hormuz Strait send Brazil rates to highest in a month

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

Vienna-Favoriten: Man Attacked with Bottle and Knife – Arrest

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Ein 25-Jähriger ist in Wien-Favoriten mit einer Glasflasche beworfen und anschließend mit einem Messer verletzt worden. Der Tatverdächtige wurde wenig später festgenommen. A 25-year-old man became the...weiterlesen »

Trump believes Burnham government will collapse, sees Farage as possible successor

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

Oil surges past $100 as Houthis attack Saudi tankers and blockade Red Sea

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

France bans social media for under-15s - but EU law may make it unenforceable

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

17 sailors dead, 6,000 stranded in Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing conflict

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The UN Human Rights Office has called for the urgent evacuation of around 6,000 sailors stranded in the Strait of Hormuz, trapped on approximately 400 ships that cannot safely leave the Persian Gulf amid...weiterlesen »

£6m a year and a Red Bull exit: What Klopp's Germany deal means

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

Europe might face gas shortages as storage lags at 54% vs 80% winter target

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

Tech hits 50% of S&P 500 for first time ever as AI boom drives earnings surge - despite $1 trillion bet by 2027

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

What SAP's cloud backlog reveals about AI threats - and why shares just surged 5%

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

Iranian missiles could reach London - as Tehran warns UK base now a target

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

ÖAMTC Demands Greater Relief at the Gas Pump

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

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 »

Rubio warns Iran: Trump demands 'a head for an eye' as massive strike looms

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

30C heat and 36 days without rain - England faces drought as 23 million hit by hosepipe bans

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Yellow heat health alerts have been issued for large parts of England as temperatures are expected to reach up to 30C during a busy summer getaway weekend. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and Met...weiterlesen »

$110bn media mega-merger approved - but cinemas say regulators fell short on competition safeguards

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The European Commission has approved Paramount Skydance's proposed $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, but Europe's cinema industry is pushing back. The International Union of Cinemas (UNIC)...weiterlesen »

Putin's inner circle signals desire to end war as Ukraine strikes bite, Zelensky claims

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

New footage reveals what Bellingham really said to the referee after Argentina defeat

vor einem Tag - upday.com

New FIFA referee camera footage has revealed Jude Bellingham's pointed criticism of the officiating after England's World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina. The Real Madrid midfielder told referee Ismail...weiterlesen »

Earthquake Wakes Viennese: Magnitude 4.5 at Semmering

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Ein Erdbeben der Stärke 4,5 hat in der Nacht das Grenzgebiet zwischen Niederösterreich und der Steiermark erschüttert. Die Erschütterungen waren bis nach Wien spürbar. Im Bezirk Neunkirchen kam es zu einem...weiterlesen »

Markets tumble as oil nears $100 - and the ECB just hinted at September rate hike

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

E-Scooter with Quadruple Motor Power Discovered

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Bei einer nächtlichen Schwerpunktaktion hat die Wiener Polizei zahlreiche Verstöße von E-Scooter- und Fahrradlenkern festgestellt. Besonders auffällig: Mehrere E-Scooter waren deutlich schneller unterwegs...weiterlesen »

$100 oil and two blocked straits: How Iran conflict is choking global trade

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

Iran accuses UK of war crimes complicity as IRGC threatens RAF Fairford

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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 »

Airbus vs Dassault work share dispute kills Europe's biggest fighter jet project

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

Oil tops $100, new US tariffs hit - but DAX expected to open nearly flat Friday

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

Wait, what? Milei's deputy wants to charge foreigners for healthcare after World Cup loss

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

$6.4 billion bridge paid by Canada - now Trump gets half the tolls for 15 years

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The Gordie Howe International Bridge between Detroit and Windsor opens to traffic Monday, but Canada has canceled a planned joint celebration with the United States after President Donald Trump announced...weiterlesen »

$110bn Paramount Skydance-Warner Bros. Discovery deal blocked until August hearing

vor einem Tag - upday.com

A US federal judge has extended the pause on Paramount Skydance's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery until August 17. Judge Araceli Martínez-Olguín added another two weeks to the temporary...weiterlesen »

Summer Puts Many Under Pressure: Almost Every Second Person Wants to Lose Weight

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

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 »

40% oil surge in weeks - Iran attacks, refinery crisis and Rhine drought collide

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

43% oil price surge to $100 sparks bidding war from Brazil to West Africa

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

US deploys bombers and special forces as Trump weighs 'massive' attack on Iran

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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 »

What the ECB just signaled about September - and why your borrowing costs could rise

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

$100 oil and AI doubts trigger Asian market rout—Fed rate hikes now priced in

vor einem Tag - upday.com

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 »

Europe torn between Trump's Iran war and Putin's Ukraine aggression - as fuel prices surge from Hormuz blockade

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A heated debate over Europe's foreign policy and defense strategy dominated the German talk show "Maybrit Illner" on Thursday evening. The ZDF program titled "Between Trump and Putin - Will Europe be Torn...weiterlesen »

The 'Burnham bounce' is here - but UK consumer confidence still stuck in negative territory

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UK consumer confidence surged six points in July to minus 17, marking the largest monthly increase since November 2023. The jump, dubbed the "Burnham bounce," reflects rising optimism around the appointment...weiterlesen »

Oil hits $100 after Red Sea attacks - UK petrol heading to record 160p as prices surge 20% since February

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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 »

Zelensky fires tech minister Fedorov - Western allies fear end to corruption crackdown

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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 »

Iranian drones target Kuwait base - Trump vows severe retaliation

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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 »

Edinburgh's £50m tourist tax triggers arts cancellations as Scottish Ballet cuts shows

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Edinburgh is introducing a 5% visitor levy on overnight accommodation starting July 24, 2026, making it the first city in Scotland to implement a tourist tax. The charge is expected to generate up to £50...weiterlesen »

Teemu Pukki scores a brace in the Conference League

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Helsinki [ENA] HJK Helsinki secured a commanding 5–0 victory in the second qualifying round of the UEFA Conference League against Northern Irish side Coleraine F.C. Returning player Teemu Pukki scored...weiterlesen »

Japan's yen hits ¥164 per dollar - weakest since 1986 as inflation climbs 1.6%

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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 »

One-fifth of world's oil at stake as Iran blocks Trump ceasefire over Hormuz Strait

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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 »

Petrol approaching 160p per litre - what the Middle East oil spike means for UK drivers

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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 »

£1.8bn pledged in week one - but Burnham can't say where the money comes from

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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 »

How Trump's red card intervention backfired - and Belgium used it as motivation

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Megan Rapinoe has blamed Donald Trump for disrupting the US men's national team's momentum at the 2026 World Cup. The soccer legend suggested Trump's intervention in a red card controversy threw the team...weiterlesen »

Six candidates pitch visions to restore UN relevance as credibility crisis deepens

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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 »

US strikes Iran for 13th straight night as Houthis attack Saudi oil tankers in Red Sea

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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 »

Trump vows 'major military punishment' for Iran after Houthi tanker attacks in Red Sea

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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 surge in Canada and UK as oil tops $100 amid Middle East crisis

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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 »