Car Theft in Vienna-Leopoldstadt: Police Search for Duo
23.04.2025 Two previously unknown perpetrators, a man and a woman, are said to have broken into a car in Pillersdorfgasse in Vienna-Leopoldstadt and stolen it between March 3 and 6, 2025.
"Comprehensive Care with All Luxury Services": FPÖ Criticizes Asylum Policy in Vienna
23.04.2025 The FPÖ strongly criticizes the asylum policy in Vienna and demands measures against the supposedly comfortable living conditions for illegal immigrants.
Over 100 Reports in Police Focus in Vienna
23.04.2025 A focus of the Vienna State Traffic Department on Tuesday resulted in numerous reports and on-the-spot fines.
Great Joy at Vienna's Schönbrunn Zoo: Panda Pair Has Finally Arrived
23.04.2025 The eagerly anticipated panda pair arrived at the Vienna Zoo Schönbrunn on Wednesday morning. After the acclimatization phase, Lan Yun and He Feng will be introduced in an official ceremony, and the newly designed panda facility in the zoo will be reopened.
Heavy Work: Red Cross Wants Inclusion of Paramedics
23.04.2025 After the federal government announced on Tuesday that caregivers are to be included in the heavy labor regulation, calls for an expansion are now being heard.
New Details on the Death of Pope Francis Revealed
23.04.2025 According to Vatican sources, Pope Francis was apparently aware of his impending death in the last days of his life. During a meeting with three confidants, he already expressed on Wednesday: "Pray especially for me now, I only have a few days left!"
City Council: Last Meeting Before Vienna Election
23.04.2025 On Wednesday, the representatives of the Vienna City Parliament met at the Vienna City Hall for the last session of the municipal council in this legislative period.
Antisemitism Incidents Have Risen Sharply
23.04.2025 The Antisemitism Reporting Office of the Jewish Community of Vienna (IKG) recorded a significant increase in antisemitic incidents in 2024 compared to the previous year.
Waltraut Haas passed away at 97 in Vienna: Farewell to a Film Legend
23.04.2025 On Wednesday in the early morning hours, Waltraut Haas passed away at the age of 97 in Vienna.
New Subsidies for Photovoltaics & Co. with "Made in Europe" Bonus
23.04.2025 The Ministry of Economic Affairs is providing 70 million euros this year for investment grants in renewable energies, including a "Made in Europe" bonus for photovoltaic and electricity storage projects.
The Program at the Vienna Summer Night Concert 2025
23.04.2025 This year, at the 22nd Summer Night Concert of the Vienna Philharmonic in front of Schönbrunn Palace, the clear voices of the Vienna Boys' Choir will be heard for the first time. Additionally, the distinctive timbre of star tenor Piotr Beczała will be present.
Waltraut Haas passed away in Vienna at the age of 97: Farewell to a Film Legend
23.04.2025 On Wednesday in the early morning hours, Waltraut Haas passed away at the age of 97 in Vienna.
Several Weeks of Partial Closure of the S45 in Vienna: Replacement Bus Service
23.04.2025 Starting next week, the S-Bahn line S45 will only be available on a limited basis for about six weeks. This is necessary to carry out extensive maintenance work affecting the rail traffic between Hernals and Handelskai. Commuters will have to switch to buses.
10th Anniversary: European Street Food Festival 2025 from May 10 to 11 in Vienna
23.04.2025 Under the motto "Flavors from Around the World," the "European Street Food Festival" will be touring Austria for the tenth time in 2025, and of course, it will also make a stop in Vienna. From May 10th to 11th, culinary fans will be treated to delights via food trucks on the outdoor grounds of the Stadthalle.
Vienna's Congress Tourism Recorded a Record Year in 2024
23.04.2025 In 2024, the Vienna congress and conference tourism recorded a record year: A total of 6,619 congresses and corporate events generated a value creation of 1.32 billion euros for Austria, as announced by Vienna Tourism on Wednesday.
Burning Smell Triggers Major Fire Brigade Operation at Vienna Central Station
23.04.2025 On Tuesday evening, a major operation by the Vienna professional fire brigade at the main train station caused a stir. Reader reporter Julia H. was on site by chance and sent photos to VIENNA.at
Pope Francis Lying in State in St. Peter's Basilica Until Friday
23.04.2025 Two days after the death of Pope Francis, the body of the Pontiff was transferred to St. Peter's Basilica. Meanwhile, Rome is preparing for a surge of pilgrims for the mourning ceremony next Saturday.
Pope Francis Lying in State in St. Peter's Basilica Until Friday
23.04.2025 Two days after the death of Pope Francis, the body of the pontiff was transferred to St. Peter's Basilica. Meanwhile, Rome is preparing for the influx of pilgrims for the mourning ceremony next Saturday.
Pope Francis Lying in State in St. Peter's Basilica Until Friday
23.04.2025 Two days after the death of Pope Francis, the body of the Pontiff was transferred to St. Peter's Basilica. Meanwhile, Rome is preparing for the influx of pilgrims for the mourning ceremony next Saturday.
Government Considers Register for Islamist Hate Preachers
23.04.2025 Interior Minister Gerhard Karner (ÖVP) and NEOS club chairman Yannick Shetty announced on Wednesday before the Council of Ministers that the government is considering the introduction of a register for Islamist hate preachers.
OLG Vienna Decides on Appeal After Verdict Against Ex-Chancellor Kurz for False Testimony
23.04.2025 On May 26, it will be decided whether the conviction of former Chancellor and ex-ÖVP leader Sebastian Kurz for false testimony in the Ibiza investigation committee will stand.
Youth Crime: Majority of Young People "Not Prone to Violence"
23.04.2025 In the debate about "youth system disrupters" and the proposals to detain them similarly to a prison, the head of probation services in Styria was interviewed on Wednesday in the ORF Journal at eight. Susanne Pekler advocated for not focusing solely on this very small group of intensive offenders. The majority of young people are not "particularly prone to violence"; on the contrary, the tendency towards violence is decreasing.
This is how Austria's Church bids farewell to Pope Francis
23.04.2025 The Catholic Church in Austria bids farewell to Pope Francis with various mourning events.
Pope Francis Lying in State in St. Peter's Basilica Until Friday
23.04.2025 Two days after the death of Pope Francis, the body of the pontiff was transferred to St. Peter's Basilica. Meanwhile, Rome is preparing for a surge of pilgrims for the mourning ceremony next Saturday.
After Decline: More Registrations for MedAT Again This Year
23.04.2025 15,668 people applied for the entrance test for medical studies on July 4th. This was announced by the medical universities in Vienna, Innsbruck, and Graz, as well as the medical faculty of the University of Linz.
Pope Francis Lying in State in St. Peter's Basilica Until Friday
23.04.2025 Two days after the death of Pope Francis, the body of the Pontiff was transferred to St. Peter's Basilica.
Viennese on S1 as Wrong-Way Driver: Witnesses Sought
23.04.2025 A Vienna driver was traveling as a wrong-way driver on the Vienna Outer Ring Expressway (S1) near Leobendorf in the Lower Austrian district of Korneuburg on Tuesday.
Experts Warn of Increasing Flood Risk
23.04.2025 From Sunday (April 27 to May 2), around 20,000 researchers will be passing the baton at the General Assembly of the European Geosciences Union (EGU) in Vienna.
Pope Francis Lying in State in St. Peter's Basilica Until Friday
23.04.2025 Two days after the death of Pope Francis, the body of the Pontiff was transferred to St. Peter's Basilica.
Rent Prices Continue to Rise: For the First Time Over 20 Euros per Square Meter in Vienna
23.04.2025 The rental costs for available apartments in Austria continued to rise in the first quarter of 2025. According to a recent data analysis by the real estate platform ImmoScout24, the asking prices increased on average by 4 percent and are now at 14.90 euros per square meter. The gross rents in Tyrol, Vienna, and Salzburg exceeded the 20-euro mark for the first time.
Austrian World Summit: Free Registration Starts on Wednesday
23.04.2025 Starting today, Wednesday, interested parties can register for the ninth Austrian World Summit (AWS) for free.
Comparison with Hitler: Kickl Won Again Against "Platform Austria" Association in Court
23.04.2025 FPÖ Chairman Herbert Kickl has once again won a case against the association "Platform Austria".
Cyclist Dies in Tram Accident in Linz
23.04.2025 Tuesday afternoon, a 69-year-old woman from Linz was trapped under a tram in Urfahr and died.
Almost 19,500 Bicycle Thefts in Austria in 2024: Vienna Not the Hottest Spot
23.04.2025 The number of bicycle thefts increased for the second consecutive year in 2024, by almost five percent to 19,455, as the mobility organization VCÖ announced on Wednesday. About two-thirds of the incidents occurred in the state capitals. In absolute numbers, Vienna was leading with 7,009 cases. However, compared to the population, the federal capital has the third-lowest rate with 35 bicycle thefts per 10,000 citizens.
Vienna Election: Deadline for Written Postal Voting Card Applications Ends Wednesday
23.04.2025 The deadline for written (or online) applications for the issuance of a voting card for the Vienna election expires on Wednesday.
Next Round in Collective Bargaining Negotiations for the Chemical Industry
23.04.2025 On Wednesday, the social partners will meet in Vienna for the third round of negotiations for this year's collective agreement (CA) in the chemical industry, which employs around 50,000 people.
Resuscitation Success in Vienna: Survival Chances Significantly Increased
23.04.2025 In Vienna, the survival rate after a cardiac arrest has increased by ten percentage points over the past 15 years.
Artistic Designs for Monument at the Altan of the New Castle in Vienna Spark Debate
22.04.2025 A massive, unprocessed granite block from the quarry of the former Mauthausen concentration camp on the balcony of the Neue Burg: One of three artistic designs for a fictional monument on the balcony of the Neue Hofburg, where Adolf Hitler gave his "Anschluss speech" on March 15, 1938.
Gift Ideas for Mother's Day: Lush Products in the VIENNA.at Test
22.04.2025 VIENNA.at was allowed to test the latest products from LUSH for Mother's Day.
Interior Committee Approves Halt to Family Reunification
22.04.2025 The National Council's Interior Committee decided on Tuesday to temporarily halt family reunification for refugees, with the votes of the ruling parties. The draft law is to be discussed at the National Council meeting on Friday.
28-Year-Old in Lower Austria Wanted to Set Parents on Fire: Detention
22.04.2025 On Tuesday, the trial in Krems against a 28-year-old ended with a placement in a forensic-therapeutic center.
Date for the Burial of Pope Francis Set
22.04.2025 The Vatican has announced the date for the funeral of Pope Francis, who passed away on Easter Monday. Meanwhile, Italy declared a five-day national mourning period.
Significant Damage Due to Fire in Parish Church in Melk District
22.04.2025 A fire has caused "considerable damage" in the parish church of Münichreith, in the Lower Austrian district of Melk.
Next Round in Collective Bargaining Negotiations for the Chemical Industry
23.04.2025 On Wednesday, the social partners will meet in Vienna for the third round of negotiations for this year's collective agreement (CA) in the chemical industry, which employs around 50,000 people.
Deadly Punch at Vienna Westbahnhof: Acquittal
22.04.2025 On Tuesday, a 40-year-old man was acquitted at the Vienna Regional Court of the charge of having delivered a fatal punch to an acquaintance at the Westbahnhof on August 19, 2024.
These Are the Current Biggest Threats to Austria's Forests
22.04.2025 The Federal Research and Training Centre for Forests, Natural Hazards and Landscape (BFW) announced via a release on Tuesday how various threats to Austria's forests have developed over the past year.Numerous Austrians Expected at Farewell to Pope Francis
22.04.2025 Numerous Austrians are expected to attend the mourning ceremony for Pope Francis, which is to take place on Saturday at St. Peter's Square in Rome.
Artistic Designs for Monument at the Altan of the New Castle in Vienna Spark Debate
22.04.2025 A massive, unprocessed granite block from the quarry of the former Mauthausen concentration camp on the balcony of the Neue Burg: One of three artistic designs for a fictional monument on the balcony of the Neue Hofburg, where Adolf Hitler gave his "Anschluss speech" on March 15, 1938.
Vienna Election 2025: Start of Election Materials Delivery
22.04.2025 Starting today, numerous deliveries with specially assembled packages are being sent out in Vienna. These are not belated Easter gifts, but rather the items needed for the municipal council election on Sunday, such as voting booths, ballot boxes, or furniture. This is causing a lot of activity at the logistics center of the federal capital.
Trial After Planned Attack on Vienna Pride Parade Begins on July 15
22.04.2025 On July 15, the trial against three young men will take place at the St. Pölten Regional Court. They were temporarily arrested due to alleged attack plans on the Vienna Rainbow Parade on June 17, 2023, and were under the scrutiny of the constitutional protection. Court spokeswoman Birgit Eisenmagen confirmed the date and stated that currently only one day of trial is planned.
Date for Burial of Pope Francis Set
22.04.2025 The Vatican has announced the date for the funeral of Pope Francis, who passed away on Easter Monday. Meanwhile, Italy declared a five-day national mourning period.
Artistic Designs for Monument at the Altan of the New Castle in Vienna Spark Debate
22.04.2025 A massive, unprocessed granite block from the quarry of the former Mauthausen concentration camp on the balcony of the Neue Burg: One of three artistic designs for a fictional monument on the balcony of the Neue Hofburg, where Adolf Hitler gave his "Anschluss speech" on March 15, 1938.
Viennese Stuck in Vorarlberg with Measles
22.04.2025 A confirmed case of measles is causing a stir in the Dornbirn district: A man from Vienna was visiting his parents and fell ill there.
Date for the Burial of Pope Francis Set
22.04.2025 The Vatican has announced the date for the funeral of Pope Francis, who passed away on Easter Monday. Meanwhile, Italy declared a five-day national mourning period.