Vienna Teng, born Cynthia Yih Shih on October 3, 1978, is an accomplished American pianist and singer-songwriter based in Washington, DC. Known for her unique musical blend of folk, pop, classical piano, and a cappella, Teng has released five studio albums including Waking Hour (2002), Warm Strangers (2004), Dreaming Through the Noise (2006), Inland Territory (2009), and Aims (2013), as well as a live album, The Moment Always Vanishing (2009). Teng's journey in music began early, as she started playing classical piano at the age of five in Saratoga, California. She later pursued a degree in computer science at Stanford University, where she joined the Stanford Harmonics, a student-run a cappella group. Her musical career took off after signing with Virt Records in 2002, leading her to national exposure through appearances on NPR's Weekend Edition and CBS's Late Show with David Letterman. Teng's musical prowess has also seen her open concerts for renowned artists such as Joan Baez, Shawn Colvin, and India.Arie.Beyond her musical achievements, Teng holds master's degrees in science and business administration from the University of Michigan and has worked in the area of renewable energy at McKinsey & Company. In 2019, she announced her marriage to Jacob Corvidae and welcomed her daughter, Arcadia, in

The Vienna offensive was a pivotal military operation during World War II, launched by the Soviet 2nd and 3rd Ukrainian Fronts to capture Vienna, Austria. Lasting from 16 March to 15 April 1945, the offensive culminated in the Soviet troops seizing the city on 13 April 1945 after intense street-to-street combat. Vienna had endured heavy bombardment leading up to the arrival of Soviet forces, resulting in widespread destruction. The offensive's success was strategically significant, as it positioned the Soviet Union favorably in postwar negotiations with the Western Allies. The German defenders, led by General Rudolf von Bünau and under the command of SS General Wilhelm Bittrich, fiercely resisted the Soviet advance, leading to fierce urban combat. Despite the Germans' determined defense, the Soviet forces gradually gained ground, ultimately securing Vienna's surrender on 13 April. The capture of Vienna marked a significant milestone in the waning days of World War II and contributed to the eventual Allied victory in Europe.

The Vienna City Marathon is an annual marathon held in Vienna, Austria since 1984. The first edition had 794 competitors, and it has since grown to become Austria's largest road running event, with a record 32,940 runners from 108 nations in 2010. Organized by Wolfgang Konrad since 1989, the event also includes a marathon team relay, a 4.2 km fun run, and a half marathon. In 2011, Haile Gebrselassie set the fastest time on Austrian soil for the half marathon distance. The 2012 edition featured a unique half marathon race between Gebrselassie and Paula Radcliffe, with Gebrselassie winning. The coronavirus pandemic led to the cancellation of the 2020 edition and the postponement of the 2021 race to September 12. The marathon course starts at the Vienna International Centre, passes through several iconic landmarks, and finishes at the Heldenplatz. For more information, visit the official website of the Vienna City Marathon.