“Austria’s schools abroad are a success story. A prime example is the Higher Technical School for IT in Shkodra. There is incredible potential in our schools abroad, which we will continue to develop. For this reason, I have commissioned a demand-oriented reorientation and further development […]
Day: November 14, 2022
Vienna Plans to Build its First Geothermal Plant by 2026
For Vienna to become climate-neutral and independent of fossil energy in the future, it needs sustainable energy sources. Deep geothermal energy plays a special role here. After all, using geothermal energy from great depths is an emission-free, clean and safe alternative for heating buildings. And […]
UN General Assembly calls for Russia to pay Ukraine reparations
The United Nations General Assembly has approved a resolution calling for Russia to be held accountable for violating international law by invading Ukraine. The consequences recommended included paying reparations for the damage and loss of life during the war. The resolution passed on Monday was […]
US to open investigation into Shireen Abu Akleh killing: Reports
The United States has informed the Israeli authorities that it decided to open its own investigation into the killing of Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh, several Israeli and US media outlets reported, citing unidentified sources. According to a report by Axios on Monday, the […]
FTX collapse sends shockwaves through crypto sector
Sam Bankman-Fried has received numerous plaudits as he rapidly achieved superstar status as the head of cryptocurrency exchange FTX: the saviour of crypto, the newest force in Democratic politics and potentially the world’s first trillionaire. Now the comments about the 30-year-old Bankman-Fried range from bemused […]
No criminal charges expected in Giuliani probe: US prosecutors
Prosecutors in New York City do not plan to bring criminal charges against Rudy Giuliani in connection with a probe into his interactions with Ukrainian figures, they have revealed in a letter to a judge on Monday. They have said the decision was made after […]
48,000 California academic workers strike for higher wages
Los Angeles, California – More than 48,000 academic workers in the University of California system have gone on strike over what they say are unfair labour practices and low wages. Researchers, postdoctoral scholars, teaching assistants and other employees headed to the picket line on Monday, […]
Amazon to lay off 10,000 people: Report
Amazon.com Inc is planning to lay off about 10,000 employees in corporate and technology jobs starting as soon as this week, The New York Times is reporting, citing people with knowledge of the matter. The job cuts will focus on the e-commerce giant’s devices unit, […]
With Lula set to take over, what role can Brazil play on climate?
Minas Gerais, Brazil – Just hours after Brazilians elected Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva as the country’s next president, the first signs of international enthusiasm and hope for the country’s return to the climate action game were already visible. International leaders said they looked forward […]
Photos: Middle East’s Fertile Crescent dries up as rains fail
As world leaders meet in Egypt for a climate summit to address issues that include water and food supplies, many across Iraq and the broader Middle East are facing a crisis that could fuel more regional turmoil as communities fight over dwindling water resources. “Climate […]