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Spain first of Eurovision ‘big five’ to decide on boycott if Israel participates

State broadcaster says it will withdraw from next year’s contest in Vienna unless Israel is excluded over Gaza war

The Guardian - UK

Vienna Wins On Home Turf As It Hosts First Tram Driver World Cup

Vienna hosted the first ever Tram Driver World Championship on Saturday, with the city's skilled drivers emerging victorious out of 25 teams from across the world battling it out in a tense competition.

International Business Times

From Krakow to Valencia: What are the best European city breaks right now?

Travellers ranked these European cities as hot favourites for city breaks, offering rich culture, outstanding food and diverse experiences.

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Vienna Philharmonic at the Royal Albert Hall: big hitters bring sonic beauty

4/5 The Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra take to the Proms and - eventually - show their masterly talents on Bruckner’s Ninth Symphony

Evening Standard

Austrian police raid Labubu store in Vienna for suspected tax evasion

The tax police inspected a pop-up store in Vienna's city centre selling the hyped and much-coveted Labubu cuddly toys and found a wide range of violations of the law.

Euronews

Syrian teenager in Germany convicted over plot to attack Taylor Swift concert

The 16-year-old defendant was given an 18-month suspended sentence for helping to organise a foiled plot to attack a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna.

Euronews

Teenager convicted over IS-inspired plot to attack Taylor Swift concert

Mohammad A, 16, given 18-month suspended sentence for helping plan foiled attack in Vienna

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German court convicts teen for supporting plot to attack Taylor Swift concerts in Vienna

A German court has convicted a 16-year-old suspect who was accused of supporting a foiled plot to attack Taylor Swift concerts in Austria last year

The Independent UK

I'm sorry, but enrolling an AI into art college is just absurd

Vienna's top art school has a non-human student called Flynn.

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Breakfast in Amsterdam, aperitifs in Vienna: how to make the most of your time in Europe’s sleeper train hubs

To maximise the thrill and romance of taking a night train, our rail expert recommends the best cafes, sights and facilities near your departure station

The Guardian - UK

Street Moments Captured Candidly By Photographer Gerhard Wagner (50 Pics)

Gerhard Wagner, a street photographer from St. Pölten near Vienna, Austria, works in quality management by day but dedicates his true passion to capturing life’s fleeting, unposed moments.

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Vienna to host Eurovision Song Contest 2026

The 2025 event was won by Austrian singer JJ with his song, Wasted Love.

Evening Standard

Vienna to stage Eurovision 2026 amid ongoing controversy over Israel's inclusion

Austria's JJ won this year's contest, held in Basel in Switzerland, meaning his home country will stage the 2026 event. Its capital, Vienna, was announced on Wednesday as the host city, beating out rival bidder Innsbruck.

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Eurovision Song Contest 2026 to take place in Vienna

It will be Vienna's third time as host, following 1967 and 2015. JJ won this year's Eurovision with the song 'Wasted Love'. The official date for next year's final has also been revealed...

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The Independent UK

Eurovision announces host city for 2026 song contest

A list of participating countries for the 70th edition of the contest will be revealed later this year

The Independent UK

Eurovision, the world's largest live music event, to take place in Vienna next year

Next year's Eurovision Song Contest will take place in Vienna

International Business Times

Vienna Chosen To Host Eurovision 2026

Vienna was chosen on Wednesday to host the Eurovision Song Contest 2026, the world's biggest live televised music event, Austria's public broadcaster announced, with the final set for May 16.

The Guardian - UK

‘Why would you take away a parking place?’: the city where anyone can build an urban oasis

Grätzloasen – low-cost, urban ‘parklets’ built by volunteers – are on the rise in Vienna as sceptics are being won over by the splash of welcome greenery and boost to community spirits

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Euronews

Prominent US rabbi assaulted at rally in Vienna questions police actions

Rabbi Shmuley Boteach was assaulted at a pro-Palestine rally in Vienna and questioned by police, raising concerns about rising antisemitism in Europe.

Euronews

Man survives after clinging to Austrian high-speed train after cigarette break

The incident occurred in St Pölten, west of Vienna, and prompted an emergency stop after the man banged on carriage windows to alert passengers and crew.

Evening Standard

Kneecap apology to fans as Vienna concert cancelled due to ‘safety concerns’

The group, known for their provocative lyrics and championing of the Irish language, have had several shows cancelled in recent months.

Euronews

Croatian MEP's wartime photo causes a stir in neighbouring Serbia and prompts calls for resignation

Tonino Picula's tweet commemorating Operation Storm sparked backlash in Serbia, with calls for his removal. An Austrian MEP and his party colleague from Vienna called it a serious diplomatic misstep.

The Guardian - US

Happy Gilmore 2 review – Adam Sandler’s Netflix sequel is strictly for the fans

Belated sequel to the 1996 comedy is unlikely to convert newcomers but there’s more than enough to entertain its cult fanbase

The Independent UK

Acquaintance of suspect in Taylor Swift concert plot convicted at trial in Austria

An Austrian court has convicted an acquaintance of the main suspect in last year’s foiled plan to attack Taylor Swift concerts in Vienna on terrorism charges unrelated to the plot and sentenced him to two years in prison

The Guardian - UK

Syrian boy goes on trial over alleged role in Taylor Swift concert bomb plot

Defendant, 15, in court in Berlin accused of involvement in foiled Islamic State-inspired plot to attack Vienna concert

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