News: Gaza: Israel sharply rebukes Macron’s criticism. Merz wants to make the Bundeswehr the strongest army in Europe. Germany: Three suspected agents in the service of Russia arrested. Trump calls on Syria to recognize Israel. US court proceeds against Judge Dugan. Judge “deeply concerned” about budget plans. Causa Pilnacek: Reason for dismissal published. Government’s austerity plan: Many things will become more expensive. Putin’s participation in peace talks still in question. Europol dismantles international smuggling network. New sanctions against Russia’s “shadow fleet”. Signa: 710 million claims against GmbH, fraction recognized. Palmers: Possible investor entry becomes more concrete. Budget austerity plans slow down numerous ÖBB projects. Austria’s U17 female footballers miss World Cup ticket. Concerned reactions to funding cuts in sports. Investigations into AUA hail flight continue in Germany. Risk of explosion after gas leak in Traun. High-altitude rescuers train on Vienna Ferris wheel. 88-year-old beats burglar with emergency watch to flight. More arrests after violence at Christmas in Graz. Man arrested for rape in Vienna. Earthquake shakes several Greek islands. Raids in search for former RAF terrorists in Berlin. Cardinal: Worldwide wars topic at Conclave. Viennese gallery owner John Sailer passed away. Opening of the Viennese Festival Weeks connects genres. First Eurovision Song Contest semi-final: Fun wins. “Kramer vs. Kramer” director Robert Benton has died. Long working hours change the brain. Curious people age healthier. Paris opens swimming pools in Seine in summer. Switzerland: Duck clocked at over 50 km/h by radar.
Prompt: Political tension, fluctuating power dynamics, international threats, looming sanctions, criminal investigations, unexpected challenges, natural disasters, fleeting peace talks, fear and relief, accomplishments and despair, unity and division, cultural celebrations, artistic highs and lows, human curiosity- health rejuvenation, whimsical city plans, wildlife surprise.
Inspiration: Winslow Homer
