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Iran's Vienna-based chargé d’affaires, Gholamreza Derikvand, has left his post and is seeking asylum for himself and his family in Switzerland, according to Iran International. The report notes this marks the second Iranian diplomat to do so after Alireza Jeyrani Hokmabad in Geneva, with Iran’s Foreign Ministry reportedly not commenting and officials avoiding discussion due to fears of intelligence agencies.
A 19th-century castle built for Archduke Otto von Habsburg near Vienna is on sale for €33 million, featuring 18 bedrooms, modern amenities, and extensive grounds including a private park and hunting grounds, with potential for development.
A weapons cache linked to Hamas was discovered in Vienna, Austria, intended for potential attacks on Jewish and Israeli targets across Europe. The investigation identified a British suspect involved in Hamas operations in Europe, highlighting increased Hamas activity and influence in countries like Germany, Bulgaria, Denmark, and Poland, with ongoing efforts to establish and conceal weapons caches and fundraising networks. Several arrests have been made across Europe related to Hamas's planning and activities.
Austria's intelligence uncovered a Hamas-linked weapons cache in Vienna, believed to be intended for terrorist attacks targeting Israeli or Jewish institutions in Europe. A British suspect was arrested in London and is linked to transporting weapons to Austria, with investigations revealing connections to planned attacks in Germany as well. The discovery highlights ongoing international efforts to combat extremism and terrorism.
Austria's intelligence uncovered a weapons cache linked to Hamas in Vienna, believed to be for potential terrorist attacks in Europe, leading to the arrest of a British suspect in London; the investigation highlights international cooperation against extremism.
Vienna has successfully integrated affordable social housing with climate-friendly features like solar panels, insulation, and green spaces, serving as a model for U.S. cities to address housing affordability and climate change simultaneously. The city uses innovative competitions and retrofits to promote sustainable development, and its approach is inspiring American policymakers to adopt similar strategies, despite challenges at the federal level.
The Hakoah Sports Club in Vienna, founded in 1909 as a symbol of Jewish strength and resilience, faced severe persecution under Nazi rule, including dissolution and violence, but was reborn after World War II as a community hub and symbol of perseverance, now serving both Jewish and non-Jewish members.
Police in Vienna are investigating the deaths of four women and a teenage girl in two separate incidents within 24 hours. Three women were stabbed to death in a brothel, with a suspect arrested, while another woman and her daughter were found dead in an unrelated incident. Campaigners are calling for urgent action to stop violence against women, as the country grapples with the issue of femicide. The government has pledged funds to initiatives aimed at protecting women against violence.
Three women were found dead in a Vienna brothel with cuts and stab wounds, prompting a criminal investigation. A 27-year-old man was arrested near the scene carrying a knife, believed to be the weapon. A fourth woman found inside the brothel is being questioned as a witness. The identities of the victims remain unknown, and brothels are legal in Austria.
The Wiener Festwochen in Vienna canceled a concert by maestro Teodor Currentzis after Ukrainian conductor Oksana Lyniv raised concerns about his ties to Russia, amidst backlash over the festival's initial programming that juxtaposed the two conductors. Currentzis, known for his connections to Russia including his leadership of the Russian ensemble MusicAeterna and association with VTB Bank, has faced scrutiny amid cultural organizations severing ties with individuals linked to the Russian government in the wake of the Ukraine conflict.
A long-lost portrait by Gustav Klimt, Portrait of Fräulein Lieser, has resurfaced in a private collection and is expected to fetch up to $54 million at auction. Belonging to an Austrian industrialist's family, the subject of the painting is now believed to be one of three sisters. The artwork, dating back to 1917, will be auctioned in April and is set to tour Switzerland, Germany, Great Britain, and Hong Kong before the sale.
A long-lost painting by Austrian artist Gustav Klimt, "Portrait of Fraulein Lieser," has been found in Vienna after almost 100 years and is estimated to be worth over $54 million. Belonging to a Jewish family in Austria, the painting will be auctioned on 24 April in accordance with the Washington Principles to return Nazi-looted art to its rightful descendants. The portrait, once owned by the wealthy Lieser family, will be presented internationally before the auction, and its legal history regarding theft or looting during World War II is under scrutiny. Klimt's art has previously fetched record-breaking sums at auction, with "Lady with a Fan" selling for £85.3 million in June.
The world's first 137-inch folding television, C Seed N1, is being exhibited at CES 2024, with a starting price of $200,000. Manufactured by C Seed, known for luxury electronics, the TV is part of the company's portfolio of large display TVs and speaker systems designed for indoor, outdoor, and marine use, including yachts. The N1 represents the company's highest leap yet, with the ability to fold and save space when not in use, and it is currently on display at CES in Las Vegas.
Harry Styles was struck by an object thrown on stage during his concert in Vienna, Austria. A video captured the moment when the object hit his face, causing him to cover his face in pain. This is not the first time Styles has been hit by objects thrown from the audience, as other artists like Bebe Rexha, Kelsea Ballerini, and Drake have also experienced similar incidents in recent weeks.
Harry Styles' rumored girlfriend, Taylor Russell, was seen in a VIP section at his concert in Vienna, Austria. Photos and videos surfaced of the couple walking hand-in-hand through the streets of Vienna. Styles also experienced an incident during the concert where he was hit in the eye by an unknown object thrown by a fan. This is not the first time Styles has been hit on stage, joining a list of performers who have recently experienced similar incidents.