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An Austrian company just released the first sodium-ion home battery system that keeps working at temperatures as low as -30°C. The affordable technology could transform energy storage in cold climates where traditional batteries struggle.
Double Olympic champion Domen Prevc just claimed his twelfth World Cup victory of the season, soaring 228.5 meters in Austria. With a commanding 693-point lead and nine events remaining, the Slovenian star could clinch his first overall Crystal Globe title as early as Sunday.
An Austrian company just unveiled a battery system that works in extreme cold, lasts 6,000 charge cycles, and swaps risky lithium for abundant sodium. Businesses across Europe are already lining up for the safer alternative.
A century ago, an Austrian inventor created one of the world's first car safety devices designed specifically to protect pedestrians. His rubber rope net successfully caught both a weighted dummy and a brave volunteer.
Scientists in Austria discovered that mushrooms can extract valuable rare earth minerals from contaminated sites and mining waste. This "mycomining" process could offer a cheaper, safer way to recover the metals needed for smartphones, batteries, and AI technology.
Austria claimed victory in the first-ever Olympic men's super team ski jump, bringing home their first skiing medal of the 2026 Milan Cortina Games. The new two-person format showcased emerging talent alongside seasoned champions, creating fresh opportunities for athletes worldwide.
The creator of viral AI assistant OpenClaw is joining OpenAI with one goal: build technology simple enough for his mom to use. He's keeping his original project open source so everyone can benefit.
After 20 years of near-misses, four-time Olympian Janine Flock holds the midpoint lead in women's skeleton at age 36. She's chasing the one medal that has always escaped her grasp.
Alessandro Haemmerle went from first to fourth in seconds, then stormed back to snatch Olympic gold at the finish line. The Austrian snowboarder defended his title in one of the most thrilling finishes in Winter Olympics history.
Benjamin Karl became the first snowboarder ever to win four Olympic medals, defending his gold at age 40. The Austrian athlete fulfilled his 30-year dream by becoming the oldest Olympic snowboard champion in history.
Benjamin Karl just became the oldest individual gold medalist in Winter Olympic history at 40 years old, proving it's never too late to reach your peak. The Austrian snowboarder defended his Olympic title and now holds the most medals in snowboarding history.
Benjamin Karl just became the first snowboarder ever to win four Olympic medals, defending his gold at age 40. His victory at Milano Cortina 2026 sparked celebrations across three nations earning their first medals in decades.
Benjamin Karl won his second straight Olympic gold at age 40, completing a full set of medals across five Olympics before retirement. The Austrian snowboarder celebrated by ripping off his jersey and doing snow angels to honor his childhood idol. ##
An Austrian researcher discovered a vibrant pink and yellow moth hiding in plain sight for 250 years, mistaken for a common species. He named the stunning Mediterranean moth after his wife to celebrate their 42nd wedding anniversary.
Henrik Kristoffersen broke an 11-month winning drought with tears of joy, claiming his fifth victory at Austria's night slalom race just days before the Winter Olympics begin. The Norwegian champion won at the hill closest to his home in one of the most emotional moments of his career.
A revolutionary cross-shaped solar system is bringing clean energy to Alpine ski resorts where traditional panels fail. The 6.3 MW installation will power three Austrian ski resorts, covering a third of their energy needs.
Austria just ordered Microsoft to stop using tracking cookies on students using its education software, marking a major win for children's digital privacy. The ruling gives kids better control over their personal data in the classroom.
Hedi Argent escaped Nazi Austria at age 10 and now shares her story with students, drawing powerful parallels between 1930s propaganda and today's social media misinformation. Her message of hope: learning from history can help the next generation prevent hatred from taking root.
Giovanni Franzoni claimed his first-ever World Cup downhill victory at Austria's legendary Kitzbühel course, one of skiing's most challenging and prestigious races. The Italian skier's breakthrough moment came on a track that has tested the world's best for decades.
Manuel Feller collapsed in tears after winning his first slalom race in almost a year, just 24 hours after Austria's worst downhill result ever. The 2024 slalom champion had battled chronic back pain and lost all his energy this season, coming close to quitting several times.
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