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Emma Hontebeyrie
Born and raised in France, Emma graduated with a degree in Cultural and Humanistic studies. Since summer 2020, she has been living in Vienna where she is currently an editorial intern at Metropole. She is also working on podcast production for the Institute for the Danube Region and Central Europe (Vienna) and Radio Libellules (Bordeaux).
City Life
Learning German in a Multicultural Environment
Vienna’s 'Sprachencafés' teach through social interaction, knowing full well that the key to learning any language is speaking it.
Print Editions
An Encounter With the Viennese Police
The city’s street art scene has a cast of eccentric, irreverent and fascinating people – but one intriguing encounter can lead to another, unwanted, one.
Features
Erhard Busek – Lessons from Europe
March 25 marks the anniversary of the Treaty of Rome, as well as the birthday of the former Vice-Chancellor – an occasion to reflect on the European ideal.
Features
Despite the Pandemic, Immigration Continues
Even though borders were sealed as COVID-19 hit Europe, 2020 saw the Austrian population increase.
City Life
Vienna’s Floral Extravaganza – a Selection of Fine Florists and Plant Shops
While spring is still only a yearning, Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. And in Vienna florists and plant shops in every neighborhood are ready to help you “Say it with flowers”!
Features
Brandishing Conan’s sword, Schwarzenegger Stands for U.S Democracy
The Hollywood actor passionately drew on history and personal experience in response to the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol.
