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Austria: storms and hail damage crops, derail train, disrupt festival
Euronews
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Austria was struck by powerful storms and heavy hail on Thursday evening, impacting the regions of Upper Austria, Styria, and Tyrol. Authorities issued urgent weather warnings, prompting the evacuation of the popular Woodstock der Blasmusik...
Austrian GP: Alex Dunne turns heads as Russell tops FP1
Planet F1
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June 27, 2025
McLaren junior Alex Dunne was the story of FP1 at the Austrian Grand Prix as he wowed on debut. The Irishman – who currently leads the F2 Championship – delivered a flawless first session in Formula 1 to finish P4, within a tenth of team-mate and...
Croatia's 'healing island' with its own microclimate and fewer tourists
iNews UK
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July 7, 2025
Head beyond the Dalmatian coast to Lošinj, where pine forests and sunshine have been offering respite for more than a century “Lošinj is the island of vitality; it’s not just wellness, you have to exercise too,” my guide Dunja Sladic says,...
Pakistan’s PR to UN in Vienna elected UNIDO president
Daily Times
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June 30, 2025
Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations in Vienna, Ambassador Kamran Akhtar, has been elected president of the 53rd session of the United Nations Industrial Development Board (UNIDO). This marks the first time Pakistan has been...
Austria's Art Market at a Crossroad: Calls for a Reduction in VAT
Vindobona
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The Austrian Gallery Association is urging politicians to quickly reduce VAT on art sales to a competitive level to prevent an exodus of trade and a cultural drain. Geopolitical crises, economic uncertainty, and the decline of London as a central...
Making Sustainability an Industry Standard
IFJ
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June 30, 2025
New Lenzing CEO Rohit Aggarwal is Leading the Textile & Nonwoven Industry through the Headwinds of Change. With several decades of experience in various industries, including textiles and chemicals, Rohit Aggarwal, as of September 1, 2024, brings...
Bettina Dorfer-Pauschenwein Elected Vice President of the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber
Vindobona
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President Andreas Wirth (l.) congratulated Bettina Dorfer-Pauschenwein (r.). / Picture: © WKB Dorfer-Pauschenwein's election is seen as a clear sign and well-deserved recognition of the excellent election results in Burgenland. She has been active...
F1 2025 British Grand Prix weather forecast - Latest from Silverstone as teams braced for chaotic conditions
GPFans
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June 30, 2025
Following a thrilling outing in Austria, the F1 season continues this weekend at the iconic Silverstone circuit for the 2025 British Grand Prix. Lando Norris enters the British GP riding the high of his victory at the Red Bull Ring, where he will...
Austrian Grand Prix 2025: Start time, schedule, how to watch F1 and weather forecast
Evening Standard
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June 27, 2025
Championship leader Piastri managed to continue and finish fourth, with George Russell turning his impressive pole position into a wire-to-wire win - his first of the season - on a terrific day for Mercedes at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in...
Pakistan's PR to UN in Vienna elected UNIDO president
The Express Tribune
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June 30, 2025
Listen to article Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations in Vienna, Ambassador Kamran Akhtar, has been elected president of the 53rd session of the United Nations Industrial Development Board (UNIDO). This marks the first time...
Austrian Company Named First Supplier for Szeged BYD Plant
Hungary Today
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June 27, 2025
In a major milestone for its European expansion, BYD, the world’s leading manufacturer of new-energy vehicles (NEVs), has officially signed a supply agreement with voestalpine, Austrian steel and technology group, to support its upcoming passenger...
Man City v Al Hilal: Inzaghi and Guardiola, weather woes, injury blows
The National News
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Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal continue their Fifa Club World Cup campaign on Tuesday when they face Manchester City in the last-16. The game kicks-off 5am on Tuesday (UAE time) at the Camping World Stadium in Orlando with the winner taking on...
Vienna hosts gathering of Azerbaijan’s global cultural centers
AzerNews
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June 27, 2025
On June 26, the Austrian capital Vienna hosted a semi-annual reporting meeting for Azerbaijan’s cultural centers operating abroad, Azernews reports, citing the Culture Ministry. The event was attended by Azerbaijan’s Minister of Culture Adil...
Kenya Space Agency joins Space Climate Observatory Charter
SatelliteProME
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June 30, 2025
The partnership will facilitate knowledge transfer, training, and capacity-building initiatives for Kenyan space sector stakeholders, enhancing their skills in Earth observation, data analysis, and climate change research. Photo credit: Kenya...
Vienna Woods Supports High-End Design With Sustainable Engineered Oak Flooring
Scoop
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As demand for natural, design-led interiors grows across New Zealand, Vienna Woods continues to set the benchmark for premium timber flooring. Known for its strong European sourcing partnerships and deep product range, the company offers...
Austria's Economy: End of Recession in Sight, but Recovery Remains Fragile
Vindobona
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Austria experienced its longest period of weakness since the end of the war. While WIFO expects economic output to stagnate in 2025, IHS forecasts a slight increase in gross domestic product (GDP) of 0.1%. For 2026, the institutes agree that the...
Greenpeace activists cover Setas de Sevilla to call for climate action
Greenpeace International
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June 30, 2025
Sevilla, Spain – BREAKING: Activists from Greenpeace Spain today covered the iconic Setas de Sevilla monument with a massive banner, displaying the message: “They are destroying the planet. And you are paying for it.” The action marked the first...
Afternoon Update: injured former Greens candidate speaks out; jury retires in mushroom lunch trial; and east coast braces for wild weather
The Guardian
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June 30, 2025
Good afternoon. The New South Wales premier, Chris Minns, has denied emboldening police to crack down on protesters after a former Greens candidate, who was injured at a pro-Palestine protest last week, was charged with resisting police. Hannah...
Russell faced ‘perfect storm’ with W16 in blistering Austrian GP
BVM Sports
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June 29, 2025
George Russell described the Austrian Grand Prix as a “perfect storm” for Mercedes, which struggled in high temperatures, finishing fifth, over 30 seconds behind fourth-place Lewis Hamilton. Following a victory in Canada, Russell highlighted a...
Lando Norris sets sights on British Grand Prix victory after win in Austria
The Independent (U.S.)
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June 29, 2025
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