The anniversary edition of the Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) is just around the corner: in 2026, the international music competition will celebrate its 70th anniversary in Austria. The Alpine Republic owes this honor to the magnificent triumph of Johannes Pietsch (24) from Vienna, who won the ESC 2025 in Basel as JJ, thereby bringing the event to his home country. The Austrian Broadcasting Corporation (ORF) is now responsible for organizing the anniversary show. Despite the austerity measures imposed on the broadcaster, Vice-Chancellor and Minister of Culture Andreas Babler (52) promptly…
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Well prepared for your vacation: Five travel tips you should definitely know
These five tips will help you avoid unpleasant surprises on vacation and ensure greater safety and comfort when traveling. 1. Check your travel documents in good time Without valid travel documents, your dream vacation can quickly turn into a nightmare. Therefore, check early on whether your passport is still valid for entry—in many countries, this is six months before expiry. A driver’s license is not considered a travel document! Find out in good time about any visa requirements for your holiday destination or countries you will be traveling through. If…
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