Drinking Water Contaminated in Lower Austrian Municipality
31.07.2025 In Lower Austria, the community of Absdorf is facing contaminated drinking water.
Rainy Summer Ideal for Mushroom Growth
31.07.2025 Mushroom growth requires rain and warmth. If it rains, it must be at least 40 liters per square meter to promote growth, and the soil must not be too dry, as it would otherwise not be able to absorb the water, informed the president of the Austrian Mycological Society.
Current Stocker Against Higher Statutory Retirement Age
31.07.2025 Head of Government Christian Stocker currently rejects a higher statutory retirement age.
"Clear Alarm Signal" - Vienna Chamber of Commerce for Stricter Rules in Online Trade
31.07.2025 Online commerce is growing – but with it also the concern about Asian suppliers who bypass safety standards. The Vienna Chamber of Commerce is calling for stricter regulations and more awareness among consumers.
Fact Check: Rainy July in Austria Does Not Disprove Global Warming
31.07.2025 The exceptionally wet July 2025 in Austria does not overshadow the globally proven impacts of human-induced climate change, despite the spread of false claims and misinterpretations in the media.
"Klares Alarmsignal" - Wirtschaftskammer Wien für strengere Regeln im Onlinehandel
31.07.2025 Der Onlinehandel wächst – doch mit ihm auch die Sorge vor asiatischen Anbietern, die Sicherheitsstandards unterlaufen. Die Wirtschaftskammer Wien fordert strengere Regeln und mehr Bewusstsein bei Konsumenten.
After Round Table: Police Apologize After Peršmanhof Operation
30.07.2025 After a controversial police operation at an antifascist camp at Peršmanhof in Carinthia, a round table with authorities took place at the invitation of Governor Peter Kaiser. The Deputy State Police Director, Markus Plazer, apologized to Bernard Sadovnik from the Minority Advisory Council, a descendant of the family from Peršmanhof.
Nach rundem Tisch: Polizei entschuldigt sich nach Peršmanhof-Einsatz
30.07.2025 Nach einem umstrittenen Polizeieinsatz bei einem antifaschistischen Camp am Peršmanhof in Kärnten fand ein Runder Tisch mit Behörden auf Einladung von Landeshauptmann Peter Kaiser statt. Der stellvertretende Landespolizeidirektor, Markus Plazer, entschuldigte sich bei Bernard Sadovnik vom Volksgruppenbeirat, einem Nachkommen der Familie vom Peršmanhof.
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Stop Surveillance: How to Block Meta AI from Your WhatsApp Chats
10.08.2025 Meta AI is automatically active in WhatsApp chats, but many users do not want the AI to read along. A new setting allows users to specifically disable Meta AI in individual and group chats.
The Drugstore Purchase Delivered to Your Home: BIPA Starts Cooperation with Wolt
30.07.2025 From now on, customers can have more than 10,000 items from the BIPA range, including cosmetics and household products, delivered directly to their homes via the Wolt app. The new service is initially launching in Vienna, Linz, Leonding, Salzburg, Graz, Klagenfurt, and Villach.
Den Drogerieeinkauf nach Hause geliefert: BIPA startet Kooperation mit Wolt
30.07.2025 Ab sofort können Kunden über die Wolt-App mehr als 10.000 Artikel aus dem BIPA-Sortiment, darunter Kosmetika und Haushaltsprodukte, direkt nach Hause liefern lassen. Das neue Service startet vorerst in Wien, Linz, Leonding, Salzburg, Graz, Klagenfurt und Villach.
One-Year-Old Hero: Baby Bites Deadly Cobra and Survives
30.07.2025 In Bankatwa (Bihar), the one-year-old Govinda Kumar encountered an Indian cobra while playing. Instead of fleeing, he bit the snake fatally – and survived thanks to quick medical assistance.
Einjähriger Held: Baby beißt tödliche Kobra und überlebt
30.07.2025 In Bankatwa (Bihar) begegnete der einjährige Govinda Kumar beim Spielen einer Indischen Kobra. Anstatt zu fliehen, biss er die Schlange tödlich – und überlebte dank rascher medizinischer Hilfe.
Family with Five Children Flees from Room Fire in Vienna-Leopoldstadt
30.07.2025 On Wednesday, the Vienna professional fire brigade was called to an apartment fire in Leopoldstadt.
Familie mit fünf Kindern flüchtet vor Zimmerbrand in Wien-Leopoldstadt
30.07.2025 Am Mittwoch wurde die Berufsfeuerwehr Wien zu einem Wohnungsbrand in der Leopoldstadt gerufen.
"Victim of Himself": Donald Trump on the Cancellation of "The Late Show"
30.07.2025 The US broadcaster CBS has announced that "The Late Show" with Stephen Colbert will be canceled in May 2026, sparking speculation about political motives behind this decision following a recently settled legal dispute with the Trump administration. Donald Trump himself denies the allegations.
Reactivation Procedure Against FPÖ Politician After SS Song Scandal Dropped
30.07.2025 The Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office has dropped the investigation against FPÖ politicians Harald Stefan, Martin Graf, and Norbert Nemeth on suspicion of Nazi re-engagement, confirmed the office's spokesperson Nina Bussek. At the same time, the Vienna Higher Regional Court dismissed a lawsuit by the FPÖ politicians against the "Standard".
"Jobs Are in Danger": Unions with Strong Criticism of EU Customs Compromise
30.07.2025 The Austrian unions PRO-GE and GPA warn of dangers to domestic jobs following the tariff compromise with the USA and criticize the EU zero tariffs.
Police Car and Ambulance Collided in Vienna-Leopoldstadt: Several People Injured
30.07.2025 In the Obere Augartenstraße in Vienna-Leopoldstadt, an accident involving a police car and an ambulance occurred on Wednesday.
Police Car and Ambulance Collided in Vienna-Leopoldstadt: Several People Injured
30.07.2025 In the Obere Augartenstraße in Vienna-Leopoldstadt, there was an accident involving a police car and an ambulance on Wednesday.
Football: Stöger Makes Home Debut as Rapid Coach Against Tuzi
30.07.2025 Rapid Wien will play their second European Cup match under Peter Stöger on Thursday. The game in the Conference League qualification against FK Dečic Tuzi is the home debut for the new coach.
Aggressiver Fluggast aktiviert Notrutsche auf Parkposition
30.07.2025 Ein 56-jähriger Österreicher hat am Mittwochmorgen am Flughafen Wien für einen beispiellosen Zwischenfall gesorgt.
Fußball: Stöger absolviert gegen Tuzi Heimdebüt als Rapid-Coach
30.07.2025 Rapid Wien bestreitet am Donnerstag das zweiten Europacup-Match unter Peter Stöger. Das Spiel in der Conference-League-Qualifikation gegen den FK Dečic Tuzi ist das Heimdebüt für den neuen Trainer.
From Language Support to Family Reunification: How the Refugee Movement Has Shaped Austria's Schools
30.07.2025 In light of the refugee movement from Syria since 2015, Austria's schools have implemented numerous measures for language support and integration, the execution of which is still being discussed today. Not everything has gone smoothly.
Part-Time Debate in Austria: Hattmannsdorfer Wants to Abolish the Marginal Employment Threshold
30.07.2025 Economy Minister Wolfgang Hattmannsdorfer (ÖVP) plans to freeze the marginal employment threshold due to the high part-time employment rate in Austria, while also wanting to review the income limits for social benefits, as these could provide incentives to remain in part-time work.
E-Economy Demands Improvements to the Electricity Industry Act
30.07.2025 The planned Electricity Industry Act (ElWG) is viewed positively overall by the Austrian electricity industry, although the draft is still underdeveloped in some areas. Verbund CEO Michael Strugl warns of rising electricity costs.
Demanded Money on Snapchat: 16-Year-Old Convicted of Extortion in Vienna
30.07.2025 A 16-year-old was sentenced to three months probation at the Vienna Regional Court for extortion and bodily harm after extorting money from a 14-year-old under threat of violence.
Auf Snapchat Geld gefordert: 16-Jähriger in Wien wegen Erpressung verurteilt
30.07.2025 Ein 16-Jähriger wurde am Wiener Landesgericht wegen Erpressung und Körperverletzung zu drei Monaten auf Bewährung verurteilt, nachdem er einen 14-Jährigen unter Androhung von Gewalt um Geld erpresst hatte.
Traffic Fatalities in the First Quarter Predominantly Male
30.07.2025 The traffic fatalities in the first quarter were over 85 percent male this year.
Weapons Prohibition Zone at Vienna's Yppenplatz: New Police Measures from August
30.07.2025 Starting August 1, a weapons ban will come into effect at Yppenplatz in Vienna-Ottakring. Additionally, a protection zone will be established to safeguard minors.
Investigations Nearing Conclusion After Villach Attack
30.07.2025 After the terrorist attack in Villach, in which a 23-year-old Syrian killed a 14-year-old boy and seriously injured five other people, charges may soon be filed. The investigation against the suspect is almost complete, as the Klagenfurt public prosecutor's office announced.
Ermittlungen nach Villach-Anschlag vor Abschluss
30.07.2025 Nach dem Terroranschlag in Villach, bei dem ein 23-jähriger Syrer einen 14-jährigen Jungen tötete und fünf weitere Personen schwer verletzte, steht eine Anklage möglicherweise kurz bevor. Die Ermittlungen gegen den Verdächtigen sind fast abgeschlossen, wie die Staatsanwaltschaft Klagenfurt mitteilte.
Part-Time Debate in Austria: Hattmannsdorfer Wants to Abolish the Marginal Employment Threshold
30.07.2025 Economy Minister Wolfgang Hattmannsdorfer (ÖVP) plans to freeze the marginal employment threshold due to the high part-time rate in Austria, while also wanting to review the income limits for social benefits, as these could provide incentives to remain in part-time work.
AUA Flight Attendant Threatened After Landing at Vienna Airport
30.07.2025 After an Austrian Airlines plane landed at Vienna Airport in Schwechat on Wednesday morning, a passenger threatened the crew members.
AUA-Flugbegleiter nach Landung am Flughafen Wien bedroht
30.07.2025 Nachdem ein Flugzeug der Austrian Airlines am Mittwochvormittag am Flughafen Wien in Schwechat gelandet war, hat ein Passagier die Crewmitglieder bedroht.
Football: Wiener Austria Must Face Spaeri After Cup Exit
30.07.2025 After the exit in the Cup, Wiener Austria faces the second leg against FC Spaeri in the qualification for the Football Conference League.
Fußball: Wiener Austria muss nach Cup-Aus gegen Spaeri ran
30.07.2025 Nach dem Aus im Cup steht für die Wiener Austria in der Qualifikation zur Fußball-Conference-League das Rückspiel gegen den FC Spaeri an.
Tyrolean Family Evacuated from Beach After Earthquake in Japan
30.07.2025 The beach visit of an Austrian family on the Japanese island of Ishigaki in Okinawa Prefecture ended unexpectedly on Wednesday morning local time.
Driver Dead After Collision with Train in Upper Austria
30.07.2025 In Upper Austria, a collision between a car and a train occurred on Wednesday.
Autolenker nach Kollision mit Zug in OÖ tot
30.07.2025 In Oberösterreich ist es am Mittwoch zu einer Kollision eines Autos mit einem Zug gekommen.
Man in Vienna-Wieden Threatens Receptionist and Attacks Homeless Person with Broom
30.07.2025 A 29-year-old man was arrested in Vienna after allegedly threatening a hotel employee with a knife and attacking a homeless person with a broomstick. The police classify him as mentally conspicuous.
Mann in Wien-Wieden bedroht Rezeptionistin und attackiert Obdachlosen mit Besen
30.07.2025 Ein 29-jähriger Mann wurde in Wien festgenommen, nachdem er eine Hotelangestellte mit einem Messer bedroht und einen Obdachlosen mit einem Besenstiel attackiert haben soll. Die Polizei stuft ihn als psychisch auffällig ein.
Good News About Viennese Ice Cream
30.07.2025 Ice cream in Vienna is safe, according to the Market Office. So far this year, around 60 samples have been taken, none of which were harmful to health, it was stated in a press release on Wednesday.
Gute Nachrichten rund um Wiener Speiseeis
30.07.2025 Eis in Wien ist sicher, so das Marktamt. Heuer wurden bislang rund 60 Proben gezogen, gesundheitsgefährdend war keine, hieß es am Mittwoch in einer Aussendung.
After Collision: Pedestrian Beats Up Scooter Driver in Vienna-Favoriten
30.07.2025 After a collision between a pedestrian and an e-scooter rider in Vienna-Favoriten, a physical assault occurred on Tuesday. The police temporarily arrested a 51-year-old man.
Nach Kollision: Passant prügelt in Wien-Favoriten auf Scooterfahrer ein
30.07.2025 Nach einem Zusammenstoß zwischen einem Fußgänger und einem E-Scooter-Fahrer in Wien-Favoriten kam es am Dienstag zu einem tätlichen Angriff. Die Polizei nahm einen 51-jährigen Mann vorübergehend fest.
Alleged Victim of Robbery in Vienna-Favoriten Reported
30.07.2025 In May, a 19-year-old claimed to have been attacked and robbed by a group in Vienna-Favoriten. Comprehensive investigations have now brought a twist.
Mutmaßliches Opfer von Raub in Wien-Favoriten angezeigt
30.07.2025 Im Mai gab ein 19-Jähriger an von einer Gruppe in Wien-Favoriten angegriffen und ausgeraubt worden zu sein. Umfassende Ermittlungen brachten nun eine Wende.
Police Car and Ambulance Collided in Vienna-Leopoldstadt: Several People Injured
30.07.2025 In the Obere Augartenstraße in Vienna-Leopoldstadt, there was an accident involving a police car and an ambulance on Wednesday.
Polizeiwagen und Rettungsauto kollidierten in Wien-Leopoldstadt: Mehrere Menschen verletzt
30.07.2025 In der Oberen Augartenstraße in Wien-Leopoldstadt ist es am Mittwoch zu einem Unfall mit einem Polizeiwagen und einem Rettungsauto gekommen.
Burglary in Vienna-Favoriten: Youths Arrested at Reumannplatz
30.07.2025 Two teenagers are suspected of breaking into a store in Vienna-Favoriten. The police were able to arrest them at Reumannplatz.
Einbruch in Wien-Favoriten: Jugendliche am Reumannplatz festgenommen
30.07.2025 Zwei Jugendliche stehen im Verdacht, in ein Geschäft in Wien-Favoriten eingebrochen zu sein. Die Polizei konnte sie am Reumannplatz festnehmen.
Architect Helmut Swiczinsky is dead
30.07.2025 Der Architekt Helmut Swiczinsky ist nicht mehr am Leben. Er wurde 81 Jahre alt.
Viennese Man Who Disappeared on Vacation in Croatia Found Dead
30.07.2025 A Viennese man missing for two years was found dead in Croatia.
Weapons Prohibition Zone at Vienna's Yppenplatz: New Police Measures Starting August
30.07.2025 Starting August 1, a weapons ban will come into effect at Yppenplatz in Vienna-Ottakring. Additionally, a protection zone will be established to safeguard minors.
Im Kroatien-Urlaub verschwundener Wiener tot gefunden
30.07.2025 Ein seit zwei Jahren vermisster Wiener wurde tot in Kroatien gefunden.
Trial for Attempted Double Murder Begins in Upper Austria
30.07.2025 A trial for attempted double murder will take place next week in Upper Austria.