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Austria: Country in Central Europe
Austria, formally the Republic of Austria, is a landlocked country in Central Europe, lying in the Eastern Alps. It is a federation of nine federal states, one of which is the capital, Vienna, the most populous city and federal state. Austria is bordered by Germany to the northwest, the Czech Republic to the north, Slovakia to the northeast, Hungary to the east, Slovenia and Italy to the south, and Switzerland and Liechtenstein to the west. The country occupies an area of 83,879 km2 (32,386 sq mi) and has a population of around 9 million.

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Artists spray-paint portraits of Alexei Navalny behind a Soviet monument in Vienna [Video]

Artists spray-paint portraits of Alexei Navalny behind a Soviet monument in Vienna

Austrian graffiti duo Joel Gamnou painted the portraits, receiving mostly positive feedback from the public, although criticism arose from certain groups alleging political misuse of the wall.

Credit: euronews (in English)     Duration: 01:11Published
Thousands of Austrians protest far-right Freedom Party [Video]

Thousands of Austrians protest far-right Freedom Party

As European and parliamentary elections draw near, Austria braces itself for a potential political earthquake.

Credit: euronews (in English)     Duration: 01:29Published
Drones aid reforestation in Tyrol forest [Video]

Drones aid reforestation in Tyrol forest

In Austria's Alps, drones are being used in a pilot project to protect areas of the forest vulnerable to deforestation.

Credit: euronews (in English)     Duration: 01:36Published
Austrian ski resort transitions to summer sports after snowless winters [Video]

Austrian ski resort transitions to summer sports after snowless winters

Record temperatures have again caused problems for ski resorts this winter. An EU project is now investigating how lift operators can best respond to climate change.

Credit: euronews (in English)     Duration: 01:28Published
The History of International Women's Day [Video]

The History of International Women's Day

The History of , International Women's Day. For more than 100 years, March 8 has been known as a special day for women. . It was first celebrated in 1911 in Austria, Denmark, Germany and..

Credit: Wibbitz Top Stories     Duration: 00:52Published
Judge convicts former Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz [Video]

Judge convicts former Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz

The former Austrian Chancellor was given an eight-month suspended sentence after being found guilty of making false statements during an inquiry into alleged government corruption.

Credit: euronews (in English)     Duration: 00:36Published
'Liquid Becomings' wins €500,000 award to produce The European Pavilion 2024 [Video]

'Liquid Becomings' wins €500,000 award to produce The European Pavilion 2024

Four boats on four rivers on a journey to make new stories and help redefine culture across the continent. The European Pavilion 2024 will be produced by a young artistic collective that includes..

Credit: euronews (in English)     Duration: 02:39Published

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Christoph Baumgartner scores after six seconds to record the fastest ever goal in international football as Austria beat Slovakia in Bratislava.
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Shiffrin extends record with 97th World Cup win

American Mikaela Shiffrin wins the last women's slalom of the season in Austria to extend her record of World Cup victories to 97.
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Verstappen backs Marko amid possible suspension

Max Verstappen backs Red Bull motorsport adviser Helmut Marko after it emerges the Austrian could be suspended from his role.
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England give ‘many answers to questions’ - Wiegman

England have given "many answers to questions we had" in friendly victories over Austria and Italy this month, says manager Sarina Wiegman.
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Three women killed in brothel in Austria

Police have arrested a man after three women were killed in an Austrian brothel.
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Carter scores brilliant backheel for England

Watch as Jess Carter scores the fifth goal in England's 7-2 friendly win over Austria with a brilliant backheeled flick.
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Build-up as England face Austria in friendly

Follow live text updates as England face Austria in a friendly at the Estadio Nuevo Mirador, Spain.
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Williamson returns to Lionesses squad

Leah Williamson returns to the England squad for the first time since last April for friendlies against Austria and Italy, after recovering from an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury.
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GB's Burrage through but Boulter exits Linz Open

Jodie Burrage makes it through to the quarter-finals of the Linz Open but fellow Briton Katie Boulter is knocked out in Austria.
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England confirm friendlies against Austria and Italy

England will begin preparations for Women's European Championship qualifying with friendlies against Austria and Italy in February.
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Arnold Schwarzenegger Makes Raunchy Jokes About Customs Detention

Arnold Schwarzenegger's customs detention was a serious matter that held him in Germany -- but now that he's where he needs to be ... the dude's cracking jokes, kinky ones too! The Terminator finally..
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Child rapist Josef Fritzl should be moved to care home as he's 'no longer a risk', says lawyer

The lawyer for Austrian sex offender Josef Fritzl, who kept his own daughter prisoner for 24 years and fathered seven children with her, is applying for his release from prison.
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Gaston Glock, inventor of namesake gun that is almost everywhere, dies

Gaston Glock, the Austrian engineer who invented the Glock handgun, died at the age of 94. The Glock is widely used by national security forces, law enforcement officials, criminals, and gun..
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India at UNGA votes in favour of resolution demanding immediate ceasefire in Gaza

The United Nations General Assembly adopts a resolution demanding an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza. India votes in favor of the resolution, along with 153 other nations. The resolution also..
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Man 'spied on London-based TV channel HQ to help terror plotters'

An Austrian man is on trial accused of carrying out "hostile reconnaissance" of a TV station in London that was potentially being targeted for a terrorist attack.
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F1 announces six sprint venues for 2024 season

Formula 1 selects China, Miami, Austria, Austin, Sao Paulo and Qatar as venues to host sprint races in the 2024 season.
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Germany lose in Austria as Nagelsmann woe continues

Austria hand Germany a second straight defeat as Julian Nagelsmann's reign continues to get off to a difficult start.
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Austrian president 'doing well' after dog bite on official visit

Biting the hand of friendship took on a literal meaning during an official visit by Austria's president to Moldova when the country's "first dog" nipped him.
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With 4 lakh new migrants, India was top source country for OECD in 2021

China has the highest number of international students in OECD countries, while India has the highest flow of new migrants, according to a report by the OECD. India saw an outflow of 400,000 new..
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Rhino kills zookeeper and seriously injures another

A rhino has killed a zookeeper and seriously injured her colleague, police in Austria have said.
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Champions Hockey League: HC TWK Innsbruck v Belfast Giants

Live text commentary as the Belfast Giants continue their Champions Hockey league road trip facing HC TWK Innsbruck in Tiroler Wasserkraft Arena, Austria.
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River levels reach 100-year high as flash flooding hits Austria

Thunderstorms and torrential rain have brought flash flooding to Austria as river levels reached 100-year highs, according to local media reports.
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House where Hitler was born to become police station

The house in Austria where Adolf Hitler was born is to be turned into a police station with a human rights training centre attached, the Austrian government has said.
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England beat Austria to keep alive semi-final hopes

England's men keep alive their hopes of reaching the EuroHockey semi-finals by beating Austria 3-0 on Monday.
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Liverpool sign Austria's Hobinger from FC Zurich

Women's Super League side Liverpool complete the signing of Austria midfielder Marie Hobinger.
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Munsey's 132 edges Scotland towards T20 World Cup

George Munsey's blistering innings helps Scotland beat Austria by 166 runs to move closer to qualification for the 2024 T20 World Cup.
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T20 World Cup qualifier: Scotland v Austria - watch & live text

Watch live coverage and follow text updates as Scotland face Austria in the Men's T20 World Cup Europe qualifier in Edinburgh.
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Tucker's unbeaten 94 helps Ireland beat Austria

Ireland maintain their 100% record at the T20 World Cup Qualifier in Edinburgh as Lorcan Tucker's 94 not out helps them beat Austria by 128 runs.
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Italian cyclist Venzo, 17, dies after crash

Teenage Italian cyclist Jacopo Venzo dies after a crash during a junior race in Austria on Friday.
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'A bit of luck and a lot of talent' Straka holes with brilliant chip

Austria's Sepp Straka completes his first round at The Open with a brilliant chip shot to find the hole on the 18th.
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Verstappen takes fifth win in row in Austria

Red Bull's Max Verstappen continues his imperious march towards a third world title with a dominant victory in the Austrian Grand Prix.
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Verstappen on pole in Austria ahead of Leclerc

Max Verstappen takes a comfortable pole position from Ferrari's Charles Leclerc at his Red Bull team's home race, the Austrian Grand Prix.
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Klimt portrait becomes most expensive artwork auctioned in Europe, selling for £85.3m

klimt portrait becomes most expensive artwork auctioned in europe, selling for £85.3m
A portrait by Austrian artist Gustav Klimt has been sold for £85.3m ($108.7m), setting a new record for any work of art sold at auction in Europe.
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'Offended' Courtois refuses to travel with Belgium

Thibaut Courtois refuses to travel to Estonia for Belgium's Euro 2024 qualifier because he feels "offended" after being overlooked for the captaincy against Austria on Saturday.
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Attack on Pride parade by alleged IS sympathisers is foiled

attack on pride parade by alleged is sympathisers is foiled
Authorities in Austria have said they stopped a potential attack on Vienna's Pride parade by three young Islamic State sympathisers.
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Lukaku rescues point for Belgium against Austria

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Romelu Lukaku scores a second-half equaliser as Belgium salvage a draw against Austria in Euro 2024 qualifying in Brussels.
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Great Britain's Atherton wins World Cup bronze

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Britain's Rachel Atherton wins bronze at Saturday's UCI Mountain Bike World Cup Downhill in Leogang, Austria.
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Murray beats Rodionov to win Surbiton title

murray beats rodionov to win surbiton title
Watch the best shots as Great Britain's Andy Murray beats Austria's Jurij Rodionov 6-3 6-2 to win the Surbiton Trophy singles title.
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From running to skip class to world championships

from running to skip class to world championships
Zak Hanna's journey to the World Mountain Running Championships in Austria has been as steep and quick as the courses he runs.
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