Austrian Chancellor Bruno Kreisky (1911-1990) has made his mark on history. He was a builder of bridges and strongly believed in diplomacy. Kreisky was a staunch defender of Austria’s neutrality,…
Each year students, teachers and researchers travel from Austria to the US and vice versa on a Fulbright scholarship. The Fulbright Program, which has existed for over seven decades, bears…
Vienna’s ball season is in full swing. Each year around 450 balls attract 540 000 dance enthusiast and socialites who are keen to experience the spirit of the former Austro-Hungarian…
One of the greatest exhibitions of all time – the Vienna World’s Fair of 1873 – is celebrating its 150th anniversary. The Vienna World’s Fair was a testament to the…
The Birnstiel Award for Doctoral Studies 2023 was presented at Vienna’s Research Institute of Molecular Pathology (IMP) in November. The Award celebrates early achievement in molecular biology. Benedikt Mandl, 13…
Renowned geneticist Professor Josef Penninger gave iGlobenews an exclusive interview. He offered insights into his research, current startup projects and the new Erich Kandel Institute for Precision Medicine of the…
This year marks the 525th anniversary of one of the world’s top boys’ choirs. The Wiener Sängerknaben have toured the world’s premier concert halls. Their musical achievements are equaled by…
The International Vienna Energy and Climate Forum 2023 (IVECF) took place at the Hofburg palace on 2 and 3 November 2023. The Forum featured high level speakers and experts from…
Ambassador Emil Brix, Director of the Vienna School of International Studies (DA), gave iGlobenews an exclusive interview to discuss the history, present and future of the academy. The year 2024…
As populations especially in Europe are living longer and staying young and healthy, the inevitable question arises: How can the economy continue to tap into this valuable resource? Age-discrimination by…