Clear Rules, No Guarantee - How Stocker's State Fund Can Work ↗
Front page leadAustria's state fund plans to invest 700 million Euros annually, with returns intended to ease pension expenditures, but requires clear operational rules.
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DER STANDARD
DER STANDARD, an Austrian news outlet, features a mix of domestic and international news. Top stories include discussions on Austria's state fund budget policy, a poll on school discipline, and a local political scandal. International news covers an Asterix comic auction record, a shark attack in…
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Record: Asterix Comic Cover Sells for Millions at Auction ↗
A rare Asterix comic cover has fetched a multi-million euro sum at auction, setting a new record.
Shark Attack in Western Australia: Surfer Severely Injured ↗
A surfer has suffered serious leg injuries following a shark attack in Western Australia.
First Users of Dyson AI Toothbrush Report Defects After Water Contact ↗
Early users of the expensive Dyson AI toothbrush are experiencing malfunctions after exposure to water.
Nearly Three Quarters Want More Options to Punish Students ↗
A STANDARD poll reveals that 72% of Austrians favor more leeway for teachers to discipline students, with strong support for parental accountability.
Klagenfurt Vice-Mayor Tried to Cut Off Critical Journalist ↗
Klagenfurt's vice-mayor allegedly attempted to discriminate against an investigative journalist by removing them from the city's press distribution list.
First Nepali Woman on All 14 Eight-Thousanders ↗
Dawa Yangzum Sherpa, supported by the Rolex Perpetual Planet Initiative, is the first Nepali woman to conquer all 14 of the world's highest mountains and now trains the next generation.
Where is the New Espionage Defense Law? ↗
Despite warnings from the military about Russian agents and escalating hybrid attacks, the planned tightening of Austria's espionage law is still pending.
Headscarf Ban Harms Girls More Than It Helps, Says Feminist Influencer ↗
Feminist influencer El-Huda Chehade argues on ORF's 'Das Gespräch' that headscarf bans are counterproductive and often used to mask opposition to Islamism.
Paradoxical Findings: Physical Activities That Don't Prevent Dementia ↗
A new meta-study suggests that while moderate leisure activities are linked to reduced dementia risk, physically demanding jobs or cycling to work are not.
Papermoon Founder Christof Straub Died at 57 ↗
Austrian musician and songwriter Christof Straub, founder of the band Papermoon, has unexpectedly passed away at the age of 57.
When an MSCI World ETF in a Life Insurance Policy Pays Off ↗
This article explores the financial and tax differences between self-directed savings via a world stock ETF and a fund-linked life insurance policy.
No Winner Yet in Swedish Election: Opposition Leads ↗
Sweden's parliamentary election has no clear winner yet, with the opposition holding a slight lead, and a final result is not expected until Wednesday.
Russian Attack on Passenger Train: Were Diplomats the Target? ↗
Russia attacked Ukrainian railway infrastructure, leading to the evacuation of former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
Ruth Brauer-Kvam: 'Breakfast is Like Being a Guest at Your Own Home' ↗
The actress and theater producer shares her love for living in Vienna's fifth district.
Why Finnish Bosses Simply Finish Work at 3 PM ↗
Author Helena Schneider explains the success factors of the Finnish work culture, highlighting different leadership and hierarchy styles.
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