A US MH-60 helicopter fired two Hellfire missiles at the Panama-flagged cargo ship M/V Vela Nova in the Gulf of Oman as it headed toward an Iranian port, US Central Command said. The strike is the latest escalation in a weeks-long campaign against shipping linked to Tehran.
Carinthia's SPÖ governor Daniel Fellner has described his party's polling numbers as 'truly alarming,' warning against nominating a candidate who could shrink the Social Democrats into a fringe party. He said the issue cannot be pinned on one person alone and that broader factors are at play.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned of a large-scale new mobilization in Russia. He sees evidence that the Kremlin intends once again to conscript hundreds of thousands of men for the war against Ukraine.
High FactualityA US MH-60 helicopter fired two Hellfire missiles at the Panama-flagged cargo ship M/V Vela Nova in the Gulf of Oman as it headed toward an Iranian port, US Central Command said. The strike is the latest escalation in a weeks-long campaign against shipping linked to Tehran.
High FactualityUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned of a large-scale new mobilization in Russia. He sees evidence that the Kremlin intends once again to conscript hundreds of thousands of men for the war against Ukraine.
Carinthia's SPÖ governor Daniel Fellner has described his party's polling numbers as 'truly alarming,' warning against nominating a candidate who could shrink the Social Democrats into a fringe party. He said the issue cannot be pinned on one person alone and that broader factors are at play.
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The dispute over the cutting of programming funds at ORF is escalating: Foundation board members have announced a complaint to the Constitutional Court. The focus is on allegations of incompatibilities and calls for a fundamental reform of the broadcaster's structures.
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CDU politician Steffen Bilger sees no need from the federal government's perspective for ever new subsidy programs for electric cars. He points to existing instruments of the black-red coalition to support e-cars and plug-in hybrids.
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Nvidia has teamed up with a group of major US investment firms on a $500 billion financing initiative aimed at building out AI computing capacity. Analysts say the move further cements Nvidia's GPUs as a recognized asset class in global markets.
U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order directing a review of the childhood immunization schedule, including spacing out vaccines. Separately, Iran is publicly demanding war reparations. Both developments drew sharp reactions from public-health officials and international observers.
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Vienna's mayor Michael Ludwig has renewed his push for a direct-billing system for patients from other Austrian states treated in Viennese hospitals. Proponents say the reform would simplify administration; critics warn it does not address the underlying cost issue.
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Federal Councillor Guy Parmelin has explained why the Swiss government is rejecting the food initiative. If implemented, the consumption of animal products would have to drop significantly, while plant-based foods would have to increase more strongly.
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A major jellyfish bloom on Tuesday took several reactors of the northern French nuclear power plant Gravelines offline. Energy company EDF spoke of a temporary, safety-related shutdown.
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The ongoing emission of volcanic ash by Mount Etna has once again led to flight cancellations at Catania airport in Sicily. Aircraft on the apron are being protected with covers against the ash, and runways have to be cleaned repeatedly.
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During a mountain tour at Türmljoch in Prägraten in East Tyrol, a German hiker suffered a fatal accident. Due to heavy rain, a police helicopter and drone had to be pulled from the search, while mountain rescue teams continued the search on the ground.
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The Trump administration has imposed sanctions on International Criminal Court prosecutor Karim Khan and roughly a dozen other court employees in retaliation for ICC arrest warrants against senior Israeli officials and for investigations into U.S. personnel in Afghanistan. Human Rights Watch and other groups are now challenging the measures in court, arguing they undermine the global justice system.
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A lawsuit has been filed against Donald Trump over sanctions he imposed on the International Criminal Court. The plaintiffs accuse him of abuse of power and an attack on the international legal order.
The Perseid meteor shower reaches its peak this week while a partial solar eclipse moves across the Northern Hemisphere. Astronomers say both events are visible from large parts of Europe, North America and parts of Canada, with simple viewing tips for casual skywatchers.
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On Wednesday evening, a partial solar eclipse will be visible over Hesse, and just hours later the Perseid meteor shower reaches its peak. Experts warn that the eclipse should only be observed with certified protective eyewear to avoid eye damage.
According to a new UNESCO estimate, around 2.4 million girls in Afghanistan are excluded from attending secondary schools. The organization bases its calculation on girls who, after the Taliban's takeover, had to abandon their already-begun school education.
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The broadcasters WDR and MDR have jointly released an augmented reality app that makes eyewitness accounts of the construction of the Berlin Wall experiencable. The application bundles narratives from, among others, Elke Rosin, Uwe Rutkowski, and Jörg Hildebrandt and is specifically aimed at young users.
Romell Glave won the European Championships 100m title in Birmingham in 10.09 seconds, leading a British one-two as Jeremiah Azu took silver in 10.16. Germany's Owen Ansah finished third in 10.19 to claim bronze.
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Red Star Belgrade has been eliminated in Champions League qualifying with Marko Arnautovic and Muhamed Cham. The Serbian champions lost clearly after extra time.
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The Disciplinary Commission of the Swiss Football League has banned Edimilson Fernandes for two competitive matches following his red card in the game against Lausanne-Sport. Additionally, Russian and Belarusian athletes will only be allowed to compete under neutral status at the Rhythmic Gymnastics World Championships in Frankfurt and the European Gymnastics Championships in Croatia.
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The Chinese artist Ai Weiwei spoke on the talk show Maischberger about his connection to China and said he would prefer to return to his homeland. At the same time, he acknowledged that English in the show only allowed him to express a fraction of his thoughts.
In the Polish city of Łomża, a four-year-old girl fell from the balcony of an upper floor and was caught by three courageous neighbors using a blanket. According to initial information, the child was injured; the men themselves reportedly remained unharmed.
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Following the eightfold jackpot of the Austrian Lotteries last Sunday, the company is still searching for the winner or winners of the twelve million euros. A spokesperson told the ORF that the betting slip originated from the Upper Styria region.
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The ongoing emission of volcanic ash by Mount Etna has once again led to flight cancellations at Catania airport in Sicily. Aircraft on the apron are being protected with covers against the ash, and runways have to be cleaned repeatedly.
High FactualityRomell Glave won the European Championships 100m title in Birmingham in 10.09 seconds, leading a British one-two as Jeremiah Azu took silver in 10.16. Germany's Owen Ansah finished third in 10.19 to claim bronze.
Mixed SourcesThe dispute over the cutting of programming funds at ORF is escalating: Foundation board members have announced a complaint to the Constitutional Court. The focus is on allegations of incompatibilities and calls for a fundamental reform of the broadcaster's structures.
High FactualityRed Star Belgrade has been eliminated in Champions League qualifying with Marko Arnautovic and Muhamed Cham. The Serbian champions lost clearly after extra time.
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Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker faced a public dialogue on Monday in Villach after an earlier quote drew criticism. At the Congress Center Villach, citizens discussed issues including inflation, emergency services and a speed limit.
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Austrian Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Vienna on Tuesday. The focus was on bilateral issues as well as international questions, including the conflict in Ukraine.
Mixed SourcesThe Disciplinary Commission of the Swiss Football League has banned Edimilson Fernandes for two competitive matches following his red card in the game against Lausanne-Sport. Additionally, Russian and Belarusian athletes will only be allowed to compete under neutral status at the Rhythmic Gymnastics World Championships in Frankfurt and the European Gymnastics Championships in Croatia.
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A Houthi missile attack on a Yemeni merchant ship in the Bab al-Mandab strait has killed six people, according to Yemeni authorities. The incident near the Gulf of Aden highlights the ongoing threat to shipping in one of the world's most important sea lanes.
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President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia used North Korean ballistic missiles in overnight strikes on Ukrainian cities that killed at least ten people. Ukrainian officials reported that Russian forces combined missiles, drones and glide bombs in the bombardment, which came as the war passed the four-year mark.
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Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities have killed at least nine people, according to Ukrainian authorities. The Ukrainian military also reports its own strike on an oil refinery in the Russian city of Orsk.
High FactualityFederal Chancellor Christian Stocker faced a public dialogue on Monday in Villach after an earlier quote drew criticism. At the Congress Center Villach, citizens discussed issues including inflation, emergency services and a speed limit.
Austrian Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Vienna on Tuesday. The focus was on bilateral issues as well as international questions, including the conflict in Ukraine.
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The Lower Saxon Greens have clearly distanced themselves from a local election candidate from Vechta after a video surfaced. In the video, the candidate can be heard singing along to a racist slogan.
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EU Digital Commissioner Henna Virkkunen announced on Monday evening increased cooperation between online platforms such as TikTok and Meta and fact-checkers. The trigger is the spread of false claims online in connection with the situation in the North African city of Ceuta.
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Due to the new IGE regulation on Swissness labeling, a Swiss shoe manufacturer is relocating part of its production from Sennwald to Montebelluna in Italy. Around 40 jobs in the Rhine Valley are affected, and the Swiss Trade Association is sharply criticizing the regulation.
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Deutsche Bahn wants to adjust its concept for the general renovations of the rail network. The reasons are delays, high costs, and criticism of the tight schedule of the original plans.
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The German federal government is expected to present the report on the review of the coal phase-out by 2030 only in the spring of 2027.
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The Regional Court of Sankt Pölten has opened bankruptcy proceedings over the assets of the former "Wiener Wiesn" organizer, "Wiesn" Veranstaltungs und Kultur GesmbH. This confirms that the company is insolvent and that creditors' claims will be examined.
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US President Donald Trump commented on combination vaccines and autism during a press conference at the White House. He acknowledged relying on unproven claims, while experts reaffirmed the scientific consensus against a link.
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At the Great Barrier Reef, the live hard coral cover in the northern and central regions increased slightly between August 2025 and June 2026. The Australian Institute of Marine Science attributes the development to cooler water temperatures, but warns of ongoing pressures.
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A new survey shows that concern among Austrians about the drinking water supply has grown significantly. A clear majority expects that Austria will face problems with its water supply within the next ten years.
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Rescue teams in Colombia are searching for missing people after a powerful earthquake killed more than 100. The quake struck western Colombia, with the hardest-hit areas including Chocó and Pereira.
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Following the weeks-long power outage in parts of Berlin, the Senate Administration is drawing consequences: the mobile network is to function more reliably in future disasters. Senator Giffey announced close coordination with the network operators.
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An 18-year-old German racing cyclist was fatally injured on Monday afternoon on Brandenberger Straße (L4) in Kramsach in Tyrol. He crashed into a rock face for reasons that have yet to be clarified.
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A field fire near Altenhof in the Kamptal spread to the adjacent forest, triggering a forest fire. Numerous emergency crews are deployed in the district of Krems to bring the flames under control.
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Canadian police have charged a man in connection with a bomb threat against the US Consulate in Halifax, prompting an evacuation that was later lifted. The US embassy in Ottawa said it would not comment while the investigation continues.
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In the canton of Aargau, an external report is to clarify whether authorities made mistakes in the Untersiggenthal abuse case. At the same time, the proceedings concerning the accused's residence permit continue independently and are now before the Administrative Court.
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A 16-year-old serving a multi-year prison sentence at Innsbruck correctional facility escaped during a supervised leave. While travelling through Upper and Lower Austria, he allegedly committed 19 offences before police stopped him. The boy comes from the district of Kirchdorf.
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The Lebanese parliament has taken a historic step by abolishing the death penalty. This makes Lebanon the first Arab country to remove the death penalty from its criminal law.
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Meta is disconnecting the Manus AI agent from its platforms and has ordered the company to delete user data collected through Facebook and Apple ID logins. Manus says users registered through those services will be informed only by in-app messages because no email addresses are on file.
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Romania's Cernavoda nuclear power plant has initiated a shutdown procedure because Danube water levels are no longer sufficient for cooling operations. Dredging work and the blasting of a rock also failed to save operations from the operator's perspective.
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At the European Swimming Championships in Paris, Isabel Gose won the silver medal in the 800m freestyle. Magdeburg's Maya Werner, 15 years old, touched in third place, celebrating her first major international podium finish.
The 18-year-old Austrian Lilli Tagger has won her second match on the US tour at the WTA tournament in Cincinnati. After losing the opening set, she turned the match around against the experienced Chinese player Zhu Lin and advanced to the next round.
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Red Bull Salzburg is sending off the next player: The 21-year-old midfielder Zeteny Jano is moving on loan to German third-division club SSV Jahn Regensburg.
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Austria's Lukas Weißhaidinger needed only one attempt to secure his place in the discus final at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham on Tuesday. He finished qualifying behind Mykolas Alekna, Kristjan Ceh and Henrik Janssen, with the final scheduled for Thursday evening.
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The Byzantinist Claudia Rapp turns her gaze to the Eastern Roman Empire at the University of Vienna and asks what lessons the history of Byzantium holds for…
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The streaming service Spotify has announced that it will visibly label AI-generated music in the future. In certain cases, the company plans to remove such content from its offering entirely. The background is a growing flood of automated tracks clogging the platform.
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Taylor Swift and country veteran Lyle Lovett will be inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2026, the organization announced on Monday.
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