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Time to go home: Iran's World Cup dream ends after Austria's last-gasp equalizer sends them out

Uncertainty over visas and Iran's conflict with the US meant the team had to commute from their tournament base in co-host Mexico to the United States for their three group games.

Iran's Shoja Khalilzadeh scores a goal past Egypt's Mostafa Shoubir that was later disallowed, June 26, 2026.
Robin Bigga-Piskernig is interning as part of an Austrian program that sends youth abroad to learn and teach about the Holocaust.

Austria once denied its Nazi past, now it sends young people abroad to confront it

Carrier Air Wing 1 conducts routine flight operations from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman, February 1, 2025; illustrative.

US approves potential $250 million fighter jet sale with Australia, says no impact on readiness

Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring their second goal in Argentina v Austria - Dallas Stadium, Arlington, Texas, US - June 22, 2026

Lionel Messi sets new World Cup goal record as Argentina wins against Austria


Israel beats Albania in tense soccer friendly after booing of Hatikvah

“Throughout the three years of the war, I’ve become used to boos," said midfielder Eliel Peretz. "It’s unpleasant and disrespectful. But in the end, we’re professionals."

ISRAEL STRIKER Oscar Gloukh and Albania's Elseid Hysaj are shown a yellow card by referee Milija Savovic after an altercation stemming from the booing of Hatikvah before Israel's 1-0 friendly victory over host Albania in Tirana.

The real threat behind Europe’s crackdown on brit milah - opinion

As Europe scrutinizes brit milah, Jewish communities must defend religious freedom without surrendering tradition.

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Europe’s Israel policy, the search for a unifying narrative - opinion

Growing pressure on Israel reflects Europe’s search for cohesion in an era of political and cultural division.

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators carry a banner during a protest against the arrival of an Israeli cruise ship in the port of Piraeus near Athens, Greece, June 12, 2025.

For restoration of Vienna’s historic synagogue: Gottfried Helnwein to auction painting

Artist Gottfried Helnwein donated the painting to IKG.Kultur, the cultural arm of Vienna’s Jewish community, to raise funds for the restoration of the historic Vienna City Temple.

ARTIST GOTTFRIED HELNWEIN and the president of the Jewish Community of Vienna, Oskar Deutsch, present the painting ‘The Child Dreams’ in Vienna, Austria, on Tuesday.

Austrian who planned attack on Taylor Swift concert gets 15 years in prison

Beran A, whose last name has not been made public in accordance with Austrian privacy rules, was arrested on August 7, 2024, the day before the first of three planned concerts by the US pop star.

AUSTRIAN DEFENDENT Beran A, who pleaded guilty to planning an attack on US singer Taylor Swift's Vienna concert in 2024, is escorted by security personnel in a courtroom during the last day of his trial in Wiener Neustadt, Austria, May 28, 2026.

Verdict expected as trial over foiled Taylor Swift concert terror attack in Vienna begins final day

Beran A, who is Austrian, has pleaded guilty to charges related to the planned attack, which carries a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison.

Taylor Swift performs onstage during "Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour" at Caesars Superdome on October 25, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Eurovision’s grand final proceeds amid protests over Israel’s participation

The Eurovision Song Contest final kicks off in Vienna amid protests and a boycott by five countries over Israel’s participation.

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Amid Eurovision tensions, Israelis find allies in Austria’s youth Green party

The Young Greens of Austria, a left-wing party affiliated with the country’s Green political movement, posted a video on Instagram welcoming Bettan and condemning calls to boycott the Jewish state.

Pro-Palestinian groups protest in Vienna's city center against Israel's participation in the 70th Eurovision Song Contest.

My Word: The sounds that drown out the music - opinion

Noam Bettan’s song “Michelle,” with lyrics mostly in French and Hebrew, is about a toxic love relationship. It might be symbolic.

NOAM BETTAN and the Israeli delegation celebrate after qualifying for the Grand final during the first semi-final of the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, in Vienna, on Tuesday. (

Whatever happens at the Eurovision final, Israelis feel that Noam Bettan has already won

Bettan has spent the time between the first semifinal and the final enjoying Vienna with his backup dancers and rehearsing for his Saturday night performance.

Noam Bettan with dancers