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  • American XXL Cockroaches Flood Italy's Holiday Destinations

    17.06.2025 In several Italian cities, including Rome, a cockroach infestation is causing a stir. The American cockroach is spreading rapidly – authorities warn of hygiene problems.

    Salmonella Alert: REWE Recalls Clever Pistachios

    18.06.2025 Due to possible contamination with salmonella, REWE is recalling pistachios of the brand "Clever" on behalf of the supplier "Ireco Trading and Production S.A."

    Kelly Clarkson writes Christmas hit "Underneath the Tree" in the sushi waiting room!

    17.06.2025 Incredible but true: Pop star Kelly Clarkson recently shared an anecdote on her own show that is as curious as it is inspiring. The 43-year-old US singer was asked by a fan which song she wrote the fastest. Her answer left the audience amazed and might just make you want to order sushi more often!

    "Lilo & Stitch" Star David Hekili Kenui Bell unexpectedly passed away at the age of 46

    17.06.2025 Shock in the film world: The popular "Lilo & Stitch" star David Hekili Kenui Bell has passed away completely unexpectedly at the age of just 46.

    Mafia Trial in Vienna: "Familiar from TV Shows"

    18.06.2025 On Tuesday, a trial concerning an extortionate kidnapping within mafia circles began at the Vienna Regional Court under strict security measures - in addition to the judicial guard, Cobra and WEGA were also on site.

    Elfriede Jelinek is Alive: Sigh of Relief After False Death Rumor - How Misinformation Spreads in the Blink of an Eye!

    17.06.2025 The news circulated in the late afternoon and was quickly picked up by various media outlets. The internet was abuzz, with many fans and cultural figures expressing shock over the alleged death of the renowned author.

    Elfriede Jelinek is Alive: A Sigh of Relief After False Death Rumor - How Misinformation Spreads in the Blink of an Eye!

    17.06.2025 The news circulated in the late afternoon and was quickly picked up by various media outlets. The internet was abuzz, with many fans and cultural figures expressing shock over the alleged death of the renowned author.

    Shooting Rampage in Graz: New Details Revealed

    17.06.2025 After the shooting spree at a Graz school with ten fatalities, the police released further investigation details on Tuesday.

    Severe Weather Alert on Croatia's Coast: Ferry Sinks and Chaos Spreads!

    17.06.2025 A severe storm off the coast of Croatia led to the sinking of a ferry, injuring several people, while strong gusts and rain caused significant damage on land.

    Oliver Pocher Criticizes the Geissens: Sharp Criticism After Robbery Drama in Saint-Tropez

    17.06.2025 Oliver Pocher does not let the Geissens off the hook after the robbery drama in Saint-Tropez and sharply criticizes their social media handling!

    16-Year-Old Killed with 50 Axe Blows: Life Imprisonment for 45-Year-Old

    17.06.2025 On Tuesday afternoon, a 45-year-old native of Upper Austria was sentenced to life imprisonment at the Vienna Regional Court for Criminal Matters for murder and sexual abuse of minors.

    Foreign Ministry Assists 300 Austrian Citizens Wishing to Leave in Iran and Israel

    17.06.2025 Due to the war between Israel and Iran, some European countries are bringing their citizens back home from the crisis region. According to its own statements on Tuesday, the Foreign Ministry in Vienna is in contact with around 100 Austrians willing to leave Iran and around 200 in Israel.

    Why Vienna Lost the Title of 'Most Livable City' in 2025

    17.06.2025 The renowned Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) ranking for the year 2025 brings a real surprise: Vienna is no longer number one. After a long dominance, the Austrian capital has lost the top position in this internationally recognized comparison.

    Budget Dispute in the National Council Over Plans for Education, Climate, and Women

    17.06.2025 In the National Council, a heated discussion about the planned financing erupted again on the second day of the budget debate. The Greens identify setbacks in the areas of education, climate, and women's policy, while the FPÖ criticized incorrect prioritization.

    Shooting in Graz: Government Announces Initial Details on Planned Social Media Age Verification

    17.06.2025 After the shooting at a school in Graz, the federal government wants to tighten access to social media for minors. Now, initial details are available.

    After Rampage in Graz: Expert Panel Develops Security Concept for Schools

    17.06.2025 The capital of Styria, after the Graz rampage, has convened an expert panel for increased safety in schools together with the Styria Education Directorate.

    Mental Health: Medical Association Warns of Care Gap

    17.06.2025 The Austrian Medical Association warns of a gap in care in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry due to dramatically long waiting times and increasing psychiatric emergencies, and calls for targeted investments as well as better integrated care structures.

    Fake Death News: "Master Forger" Lets Elfriede Jelinek Die

    17.06.2025 Numerous media outlets are currently reporting on the death of Elfriede Jelinek. However, this is likely fake news from the "master forger" Tommaso Debenedetti.

    After Bomb Threat Against School in Lower Austria: 19-Year-Old in Custody

    17.06.2025 A 19-year-old from the Mödling district is in custody following a bomb threat against the New Middle School Guntramsdorf on Monday.

    Pollen Forecast for the Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025

    17.06.2025 Allergy sufferers must also prepare for pollen flight at the Vienna Danube Island Festival this coming weekend. All the details here.

    After the End of the War: Austria Wants to Keep Option for Russian Gas Open

    17.06.2025 In Brussels, State Secretary Elisabeth Zehetner (ÖVP) reiterated Austria's position, known since May, that after the end of Russia's war of aggression in Ukraine, all options for Europe's energy supply should remain open.

    Messenger Surveillance: Government Likely Near Agreement

    17.06.2025 The government seems to be nearing an agreement on the planned messenger surveillance. If some of the points demanded by the NEOS are met, a corresponding cabinet presentation could be adopted on Wednesday, APA learned from negotiation circles on Tuesday.

    Psychology: Why Intelligent People Choose Blue

    17.06.2025 Blue, white, and black are considered, according to psychological studies, as the preferred colors of intelligent people. They convey calmness, clarity, and authority.

    Overdose, Rape: 17-Year-Old in Coma After Ordeal in Vienna Apartment

    17.06.2025 In Vienna-Simmering, a 17-year-old girl was found motionless in an apartment on Sunday evening. The girl was able to be resuscitated and is currently in a coma. Due to existing injuries on her body, which also suggest a possible sexual offense, the Vienna State Criminal Police Office is investigating. The four men present in the apartment claimed to have nothing to do with it.

    Circular Economy in Focus: Technisches Museum Wien Launches Special Exhibition

    17.06.2025 With the special exhibition "More than Recycling," the Vienna Museum of Technology (TMW) is dedicating itself to the principles of a forward-looking circular economy starting Wednesday.

    These Citrus Hacks You Don't Know Yet!

    17.06.2025 Discover the hidden powers of lemon as the ultimate all-round cleaner that not only makes your home shine but also repels pesky insects and cares for your skin – sustainably and with a fresh scent!

    Foreign Office Warns: Air Traffic Stopped in Seven Countries

    17.06.2025 After airstrikes between Israel and Iran, the Foreign Office issued travel warnings for seven countries in the Gulf region on June 13, 2025. Air traffic has been partially suspended.

    Tragedy in the Stubai Alps: Three Mountaineers Struck by Lightning!

    17.06.2025 The mountaineers were apparently on a tour when the thunderstorm surprised them. Despite immediate rescue efforts, help came too late for the three people. The exact circumstances are still being investigated, but the danger of sudden weather changes in the mountains is once again dramatically highlighted.

    Shock in Vienna-Liesing: ATM spectacularly blown up!

    17.06.2025 The perpetrators acted brutally. They apparently blew up the ATM deliberately to get to the cash inside. The detonation was intense, the damage extensive. Glass shards and debris flew around. Fortunately, according to initial information, no one was directly injured.

    Austria is Heating Up Rapidly: Climate Experts Sound the Alarm

    17.06.2025 Austria groans under the climate crisis: The average temperature has risen by 3.1 degrees since 1900, with the trend even heading towards 4 degrees. Experts are calling for billion-dollar investments to prevent catastrophic consequences of global warming.

    Overdose, Rape: 17-Year-Old in Coma After Ordeal in Vienna Apartment

    17.06.2025 In Vienna-Simmering, a 17-year-old girl was found motionless in an apartment on Sunday evening. The girl was able to be resuscitated and is currently in a coma. Due to existing injuries on her body, which also suggest a possible sexual offense, the Vienna State Criminal Police Office is investigating. The four men present in the apartment claimed to have nothing to do with it.

    Austria is Heating Up Rapidly: Climate Experts Sound the Alarm

    17.06.2025 Austria groans under the climate crisis: The average temperature has risen by 3.1 degrees since 1900, with the trend even heading towards 4 degrees. Experts are calling for billion-dollar investments to prevent catastrophic consequences of global warming.

    Man Threatened with Murder at Public Restroom at Vienna's Yppenplatz

    17.06.2025 At Yppenplatz in Vienna-Ottakring, an incident involving a knife occurred on Monday morning.

    Wheels Stolen and Sold Online: Vienna Police Seek Owners

    17.06.2025 A 65-year-old was arrested in Vienna for multiple bicycle thefts. The police are now looking for the owners of the recovered bikes.

    Man Bit Police Officer in the Stomach and Damaged Vienna Holding Cell

    17.06.2025 In Vienna, a detention cell was damaged on Monday. Prior to that, a police officer was bitten in the stomach.

    Brutal Knife Attack at Vienna's Reumannplatz: Three People Injured

    17.06.2025 In a suspected knife attack at Reumannplatz in Vienna-Favoriten, three people were injured on Monday evening.

    Enhanced Security Concept at the Vienna Danube Island Festival

    18.06.2025 From Friday to Sunday, the Vienna Danube Island will once again transform into a mega festival site. Following the rampage in Graz, stricter security measures are being implemented this year.

    Kokomoon causes a stir: Edible lubricant impresses on 'Shark Tank'

    17.06.2025 An edible lubricant causing a stir on "Die Höhle der Löwen": Kokomoon impresses investors and viewers with an innovative product idea that leaves traditional taboos behind.

    Government Wants to Establish ID Austria in Companies

    17.06.2025 On Tuesday, ahead of next week's planned presentation of the new ID Austria app, representatives from the business sector are invited to a business summit with the State Secretary for Digitalization, Alexander Pröll (ÖVP).

    From Toilet Brush to Designer Furniture: Contents of Benko's Villa at Lake Garda to be Auctioned

    17.06.2025 The inventory of the Villa Ansaldi in Sirmione on Lake Garda in Italy, rented by the Signa-Holding, is now being auctioned online. Over 1,800 items are going under the virtual hammer. The offerings range from toilet brushes to designer furniture and high-quality technical equipment.

    Beach Volleyball: World Number Ones Coming to Vienna's Danube Island

    17.06.2025 The Vienna Danube Island is receiving high-profile visitors from the beach volleyball world with Thamela/Victoria.

    So Many Millions the ORF May Use from the Household Levy

    17.06.2025 Between 2027 and 2029, the ORF may use up to 35 million euros more from revenue from the household levy - under certain conditions.

    Heidi Klum Thrills Fans with Hot Garden Dance in Bikini

    17.06.2025 You think gardening is boring and sweaty? Then you haven't watched Heidi Klum do it! The German supermodel proves once again that age is really just a number. She recently celebrated her 52nd birthday, but what has now emerged from her Californian garden leaves everyone in awe!

    Forecast: Austria Faces Century Heat Summer

    17.06.2025 The summer of 2025 could be one of the hottest since weather records began. Meteorologists warn of intense heatwaves, tropical nights, and prolonged drought in Austria and Germany.

    Locked in the Children's Room: Boy (4) Jumps Out of Window

    17.06.2025 While playing, two boys accidentally locked themselves in the children's room on Monday in Upper Austria. The older one saw jumping out of the window as the only way out and got injured.

    Caitlyn Jenner in Tel Aviv: From the Pride Parade to the Shelter

    17.06.2025 From the glamour of the Pride Parade to the safety of a bunker: Caitlyn Jenner experienced the threatening reality of the current conflicts firsthand in Tel Aviv and found unexpected shelter from Iranian attacks.

    Meghan Markle's Radiant Beauty Secret Revealed: Highlighter Drops!

    17.06.2025 Finally, her long-time make-up artist Daniel Martin reveals the secret! In the podcast "Gloss Angeles," he spilled the beans and revealed that the key to Meghan's look is not an elaborate product, but something you might already have in your beauty routine or definitely want to have. Ready for the revelation?

    Shock in Hollywood: Cher's Son Hospitalized After Overdose!

    17.06.2025 The alarming news first came to light through US media, later authorities confirmed the admission. The 48-year-old musician was taken to a hospital in Southern California on Saturday morning (local time).

    Fraud with Manipulated Cars Uncovered

    17.06.2025 Schwechat Scandal: A car dealer was convicted of fraud with manipulated mileage readings, causing damage worth hundreds of thousands of euros!

    Extreme Athlete Reached Seven Highest State Peaks in 111 Hours

    17.06.2025 The Seven-Summits-Austria-Challenge by Christian Bruckner lasted 111 hours. This also took him to Vienna.

    Warning for Illegal Parkers at the Vienna Danube Island Festival: Here Towing is Strict

    17.06.2025 Also at this year's Donauinselfest in Vienna, drivers should be cautious: parking incorrectly can become very expensive.

    Wave of Bankruptcies Continues: More and More Companies Are Insolvent

    17.06.2025 In the first half of 2025, significantly more companies in Austria filed for insolvency compared to the previous year.

    Social Affairs, Health, Education: This is on the Agenda for Day 2 of the Budget Debate

    17.06.2025 Today, the budget debate in the National Council continues, with topics such as education, social affairs, and health, as well as environment, women, and agriculture on the agenda.

    Danube Island Festival 2025: This is What the Bank Austria / Radio 88.6 Rock Stage Has to Offer This Year

    17.06.2025 The Bank Austria / Radio 88.6 Rock Stage at the Donauinselfest 2025 promises rock fans unforgettable experiences with a diverse program from "Killing Carmen" to Die Analphabeten and additionally offers activities like yoga and beer pong.

    New Beginning for KTM After Successful Restructuring

    17.06.2025 The restructuring of the three subsidiaries of Pierer Mobility, KTM AG, KTM Components GmbH, and KTM Research & Development GmbH, has been legally completed.

    Replaced: Vienna is No Longer the Most Livable City

    17.06.2025 In the new Economist ranking, Vienna is replaced by Copenhagen as the most livable city. Vienna shares second place with Zurich.