Cause Pilnacek: Parliamentary Inquiry Committee Established by National Council
22.10.2025 On Wednesday, the National Council formally established a parliamentary inquiry committee on the Pilnacek case.
Fiber Optic Usage Lags Particularly in Cities
22.10.2025 Despite the growing expansion, the use of fiber optic connections in Austria remains low. Especially in cities, the potential lies dormant, as a new study shows.
National Holiday: Armed Forces with Spectacular Program at Vienna's Heldenplatz
22.10.2025 On National Day, the Austrian Armed Forces will present an impressive demonstration at Vienna's Heldenplatz to mark its 70th anniversary, highlighting both the extensive equipment and the newly launched career platform.
Festive Harbinger: Vienna's Schönbrunn Palace Has Its Christmas Tree
22.10.2025 It is a special moment every year: Today, the traditional Christmas tree was once again erected in the courtyard of Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna.
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Government Presents Rental Package
22.10.2025 The government has presented its rental package, which was decided after the Council of Ministers on Wednesday. The National Council is to vote on it in December to implement the measures at the beginning of 2026, according to Vice Chancellor Babler. The rental package includes regulations for regulated and unregulated rents to curb inflation.
Vienna-Ottakring: Dealers Hid Kilos of Heroin at Home
22.10.2025 In Vienna-Ottakring, the police arrested three suspected drug dealers during a raid on October 21 and seized around 2.5 kilograms of heroin and nearly one kilogram of cocaine.
35-Year-Old Lost Control: Damaged Motorcycle Placed on Roadway & Attacked Vienna Police Officers
22.10.2025 In the night leading to Tuesday, a police operation took place in Vienna-Landstraße because a man damaged a motorcycle and placed it in the middle of the road. In contact with the police officers, the 35-year-old attempted to attack them multiple times.
"GlassWorm": Invisible Computer Virus Attacks Software Developers
22.10.2025 A novel computer virus called "GlassWorm" is specifically targeting software developers.
Crash with Student Transport in Lower Austria Ends Without Serious Consequences
22.10.2025 On Wednesday, a car and a school transport collided in the Melk district.
Snow and Storm Approaching: Cold Front Brings First Winter Greeting
22.10.2025 A stormy cold front will bring snow in higher elevations, rain in the south, and strong winds starting Thursday – especially in the mountains. Slush is also expected on several mountain passes.
Drug Dealer Caught in Vienna-Brigittenau
22.10.2025 A suspected drug dealer was arrested in Vienna after the police were able to secure drugs and packaging materials in his apartment.
Store Detective Caught Shoplifter in Vienna-Brigittenau During Food Theft
22.10.2025 On Tuesday, a store detective caught a shoplifter in a grocery store in Vienna-Brigittenau.
ÖBB Under Pressure: Westbahn Expands Rail Network Significantly
22.10.2025 The Westbahn plans to expand its network from March 2026 by servicing the southern route. The managing directors criticize the high subsidies of the ÖBB and point out potential for savings.
Burglary Series in Eastern Austria Solved: 42-Year-Old Caused 150,000 Euro Damage
22.10.2025 A 42-year-old Slovak is in pre-trial detention: He is accused of committing over 100 burglaries in Vienna, Lower Austria, and Burgenland, causing damage of 150,000 euros.
Chancellor Stocker to Undergo Back Surgery
22.10.2025 Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker (ÖVP) will undergo surgery at the end of October. Due to prolonged back problems, a corresponding "routine procedure" will be carried out during the autumn holiday week on the recommendation of doctors, the Chancellery announced on Wednesday. After the hospital stay, the Federal Chancellor will conduct his official duties from home for a certain period of time.
Special Session in Vienna: Extraordinary State Parliament for Budget Adjustment Scheduled
22.10.2025 In Vienna, an additional state parliament session is taking place to implement budget measures. The relatively short-notice meeting has been scheduled for tomorrow, Thursday.
Foreign Deployments for Approximately 550 Soldiers of the Federal Army Extended
22.10.2025 On Wednesday, the government extended all foreign deployments of the Austrian Armed Forces until the end of 2026 in the Council of Ministers. Currently, Austria is participating with about 550 soldiers in a total of twelve international missions. The largest troop contingents are stationed in peacekeeping missions in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, and Lebanon. In the case of Lebanon, this is likely to be the last extension, as the UN peace mission in Lebanon (UNIFIL) ends in late 2026.
Fewer Stays, but More Intensive Treatments in Austria's Hospitals
22.10.2025 In the last 25 years, the number of inpatient hospital stays per capita in Austria has decreased by 16.5 percent. The duration of hospital stays has also become shorter, which among other things indicates an increase in day clinic treatments.
Return Against Federal-State Confusion in School Financing
22.10.2025 Education Minister Christoph Wiederkehr has spoken out against further 15a agreements between the federal government and the states in the education sector.
Recall: This Nail Polish Contains Prohibited Ingredients
22.10.2025 The drugstore chain DM is recalling the NÉONAIL UV nail polish "Whispers of Seashells" due to undeclared colorants that are prohibited in the cosmetic field and points out possible health risks.
Here, the most expensive apartment in Vienna-Wieden was sold in 2024
22.10.2025 The most expensive apartment sold in 2024 in Vienna-Wieden is a property that spans multiple floors. It was sold for 3.8 million euros to a private individual.
Product Recall: Ja! Natürlich Spelt Breadcrumbs Could Contain Metal
22.10.2025 Scheidbach GmbH is recalling the product Ja! Natürlich Organic Spelt Breadcrumbs with the best before date 08.2026 and batch L34, as metallic foreign objects may be present, posing a health risk. Buyers can return the affected products without a receipt.
New Album: Julian le Play Wants to Return to the Origin
22.10.2025 Julian le Play releases a new album titled "le Play Unplugged," which was created during his recent concert tour and focuses on quiet tones and emotional themes.
Early Retirement for Caregivers Possible from 2026
22.10.2025 From January 1, 2026, caregivers will be able to retire at 60 without deductions, as the requirements for the heavy labor pension are being relaxed. According to the Ministry of Social Affairs, the regulation affects around 1,000 people per year, and the financing is still being developed.
Crane Migration in Burgenland: Brief Visit with a Long Tradition
22.10.2025 An impressive spectacle of air and sounds is currently taking place at Lake Neusiedl: Around 9,000 cranes are making a brief stopover in Seewinkel on their way to their winter quarters.
Rights and Duties of Tenants in Vienna
22.10.2025 Living in rented accommodation is a daily reality for many residents of Vienna – more than three-quarters of the people in Vienna live in rental apartments, by far the highest rate in Austria. However, not everyone knows their rights and obligations as a tenant.
Here the most expensive apartment in Vienna-Wieden was sold in 2024
22.10.2025 The most expensive apartment sold in 2024 in Vienna-Wieden is a property that spans multiple floors. It was sold to a private individual for 3.8 million euros.Three Car Seats Fail ÖAMTC Test
22.10.2025 The latest car seat test by ÖAMTC reveals significant quality differences. Three models even received a "not sufficient" rating.
Status Due to Autumn Holidays, National Holiday and Erste Bank Open in Vienna
22.10.2025 The ARBÖ information service reports that the upcoming weekend will be one of the busiest of the year and warns of long traffic jams and delays in urban areas and on main travel routes.
Tennis: Tsitsipas Misses Erste Bank Open in Vienna
21.10.2025 The Erste Bank Open will have to do without a big name. Stefanos Tsitsipas will not be competing for points in the Vienna Stadthalle.
Draft on Headscarf Ban Faces Criticism
22.10.2025 The Ministry of Justice, religious representatives, and representatives of red teachers criticize the draft for the headscarf ban for girls up to the eighth grade.
Social Economy Collective Agreement: Negotiation Kick-off Without Result
21.10.2025 The collective bargaining negotiations in the social economy have begun without a result.
Football: Austria's Saljic Suffered Partial Tear of the Syndesmosis Ligament
21.10.2025 Creative player Sanel Saljic suffered a partial tear of the syndesmosis ligament during Wiener Austria's away victory in Tirol last weekend.
After 30 Years: South Tower of Vienna's St. Stephen's Cathedral Without Scaffolding for the First Time
21.10.2025 After three decades of intensive restoration work, the south tower of St. Stephen's Cathedral in Vienna is once again revealed in its full glory – without scaffolding. The Vienna Cathedral Workshop completed the final work on the east side this week, marking a historic milestone in the preservation of the Viennese landmark.
Construction Start for Vienna's New Security Center in Favoriten
21.10.2025 A modern security center for several departments of the Vienna police is being built on Gudrunstraße in Vienna. Interior Minister Gerhard Karner and Vienna's Chief of Police Gerhard Pürstl emphasized the importance of the project for modern police work at the groundbreaking ceremony. Completion is planned for autumn 2027.
Misolic at Erste Bank Open in Vienna for the First Time in the Round of 16
21.10.2025 Filip Misolic reached the second round of the Erste Bank Open in Vienna for the first time. The 24-year-old from Styria defeated Camilo Ugo Carabelli from Argentina after 2 hours and 15 minutes with 7:5, 7:6(6). In the next round, he will face Alex de Minaur from Australia, who defeated Jurij Rodionov at the Stadthalle tournament and is ranked number seven in the world.
Shrinkflation: Government Plans to Present Measures This Year
21.10.2025 The government factions want to introduce a legal regulation for labeling the phenomenon of "shrinkflation" by the end of 2025.Eis-Greissler Spooky Days: Halloween Fun for the Whole Family
21.10.2025 In autumn, the Eis-Greissler Adventure Park transforms into an enchanting Halloween world. During the "Eis-Greissler Scare Days" from October 25 to November 2, 2025, in Krumbach, ghosts, witches, and monsters of the Bucklige Welt come to life, providing Halloween fun for the whole family.
Local Museums Sound the Alarm After Break-In at the Louvre
21.10.2025 The Austrian Museum Association warned on Tuesday about budget cuts in museums. Particularly the invisible museum work must be fully secured. Personnel and resources are required to preserve and expand the Austrian heritage in art, culture, and nature.
Network Costs for Gas to Rise Sharply Again in 2026
21.10.2025 In 2026, the network costs for gas will rise sharply again. On average, it will be 18.2 percent, according to the draft regulation by E-Control.
"Blood Everywhere" & 2.5 Kilos of Drugs: 22-Year-Old Injured in Robbery in Vienna-Meidling
21.10.2025 In the night leading to Saturday, a robbery occurred in an apartment in Vienna-Meidling, during which a 22-year-old man was injured. "As the apartment was heavily ransacked and there were bloodstains everywhere, the police dog unit was called in with a tracking dog for evidence collection and a drug detection dog," said the Vienna police via a release on Tuesday. A total of 2.5 kilograms of cocaine and heroin were found.
China-Cheap-Shops: Financial Police Uncovered Violations in Vienna Warehouse
22.10.2025 Large online discount shop platforms from China rely on companies in the delivery countries to process orders - and this is not always in compliance with the law.
Sport Austria Finals 2026 for the First Time in Vienna
21.10.2025 The Sport Austria Finals will take place in Vienna next year, after being held in Graz and Innsbruck. From June 3 to 7, competitions will be held in about 35 disciplines. More than 6,500 athletes will participate, and around 50,000 spectators are expected with free admission.
"Social Egg Freezing": This is what the VfGH says
21.10.2025 The absolute ban on freezing eggs without medical reason is, according to the Constitutional Court (VfGH), disproportionate and therefore unconstitutional.
Survey: This Is How Much Austrians Spend Per Capita on Halloween
22.10.2025 According to a survey by the Trade Association, Halloween will bring in about 90 million euros for the domestic trade this year. Austrians spend an average of 74 euros on the festival, which is particularly popular among young people. Halloween is becoming more important every year.
Convicted Interviewed: How Burglars in Austria Choose Their Victims
22.10.2025 What motives does a burglar have? The Board for Traffic Safety (KFV) together with the Institute for Conflict Research questioned convicted offenders about their motives in order to develop targeted prevention tips. According to the study, the criminals do not necessarily target specific people or particularly valuable objects.
Companies Expect More Cyberattacks in the Future
21.10.2025 Virtually all companies in this country assume that cyberattacks will increase.
Municipal Association Wants Competencies for Childcare
21.10.2025 Municipal Association President Pressl has once again proposed transferring the responsibility for childcare entirely to the municipalities. In rural areas, it is a challenge to ensure high-quality care across the board. Nevertheless, the municipalities are capable of achieving this, even through joint offerings, Pressl explained at a press conference.
Overshadowed by Loud Protests: Vienna Migration Conference 2025 Started
21.10.2025 Under the influence of intense protests, the tenth Vienna Migration Conference began on Tuesday morning, where leading politicians and experts are debating current challenges in migration policy. Activists set up a sit-in blockade in front of the main entrance of the Palais Niederösterreich and installed symbolic border fences and passport controls to hinder participants' access to the conference building, which led to the use of a side entrance.