ÖFB Presents Home Jersey for FIFA World Cup 2026
4.12.2025 On Wednesday, the ÖFB presented the home jersey of the Austrian national football team for the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Mexico, and Canada.
Eternity Chemical TFA Detected in Austrian Wheat Products
4.12.2025 A study by PAN Europe and GLOBAL 2000 warns of TFA in European wheat products. This is a degradation product of PFAS pesticides, which can have reproductive harmful effects. The chemical was detected in around 80% of the tested samples.
Lotto Double Jackpot: 2.6 Million Euros in the Pot on Sunday
4.12.2025 On Sunday, a double jackpot awaits in the lottery draw.
Rhino at Zoo Schmiding Gave Birth to Baby
4.12.2025 Rhinoceros Renette has brought offspring to Zoo Schmiding in Upper Austria.
Austria Continues Asylum Talks with Taliban
4.12.2025 Austria continues talks with the Taliban to enable the deportation of criminal refugees back to Afghanistan. Interior Minister Gerhard Karner emphasizes that these talks are not of a diplomatic nature.
Landslide Risk on A2 near Pinkafeld: Section Remains Closed Until Christmas
4.12.2025 The Southern Motorway (A2) remains closed in the border area between Styria and Burgenland, between Pinkafeld and Pinggau, in the direction of Graz due to the risk of landslides until Christmas. Traffic is being diverted onto the carriageway towards Vienna. In this section, the A2 will therefore be passable in only one lane in both directions, said an Asfinag spokesperson on Thursday in response to an APA inquiry. Extensive securing and repair work is required on the slope.
Is the Planned StVO Amendment Unconstitutional?
4.12.2025 An ÖAMTC report criticizes the planned amendment to the Road Traffic Regulations (StVO) as unconstitutional, as it is set to allow camera surveillance in urban access areas from 2026, which could contradict national and international legal provisions.
Eurovision Song Contest 2026: Vienna Tourism Seeks Partners for Supporting Program
4.12.2025 In Vienna, companies are being sought to participate in the Song Contest next year. Vienna Tourism is planning a program for delegations and media, in which businesses and cultural institutions can participate. Interested parties can apply online until January 31. The selection will be announced by mid-February.
New Development Around ID Austria
4.12.2025 The registration for ID Austria is being expanded. More than 500 municipalities are joining.
Where Rent in Austria is Still Affordable
4.12.2025 In times of rising living costs and high inflation, affordable housing in Austria is increasingly becoming the focus of public discussions. Especially in cities, the issue is becoming more pressing, as rental prices noticeably rise year after year. Nevertheless, there are still regions in Austria where living is relatively affordable – a closer look at the current data shows where.
Here the most expensive apartment in Vienna-Währing was sold in 2024
4.12.2025 The most expensive apartment sold in Vienna-Währing in 2024 is a penthouse apartment. It was sold for 1.795 million euros.
ESC: Waiting for Decision on Israel Comes to an End
4.12.2025 The debate about a possible Israeli participation in the Song Contest is approaching a decision.
"Elk Emil" Chosen as Word of the Year 2025
4.12.2025 "Moose Emil" has finally immortalized itself in Austrian history. The animal prevailed in the election for this year's Word of the Year and is the positive counterpart to the term "discount sticker".
Representative Study Shows: These Are the Biggest Fears and Concerns of Austrians
4.12.2025 Inflation and healthcare are the biggest concerns for people in Austria. This is according to a representative survey by the market research institute Ipsos, which was presented on Wednesday as part of the "What Worries the World" study. According to this survey, eight out of ten respondents believe that Austria is moving in the wrong economic direction. Immigration and crime also worry the population.ÖAMTC warns: Searching for parking around Vienna's Christmas markets is futile - only leads to traffic jams
4.12.2025 The ÖAMTC warns against driving to a Vienna Christmas market by car. The search for parking is hopeless and has already led to delays on several routes in recent days.
KV Negotiations for Retail Workers Unsuccessful: Works Meetings
3.12.2025 While the collective bargaining partners for the commercial employees have already reached an agreement, the negotiations for the 150,000 retail workers are stalling.
Still No Agreement in IT-CBA Negotiations
3.12.2025 The third round of collective bargaining negotiations in the IT sector also brought no agreement.
Badelt for Yes to Mercosur Agreement
3.12.2025 The economist and chairman of the Fiscal Council, Christoph Badelt, recommends that the federal government agree to the trade agreement between the EU and the South American Mercosur states in Brussels.
Vienna Also Cuts Cultural Budget
3.12.2025 The culture will contribute to the budget consolidation of the city of Vienna, according to Vienna's City Councillor for Culture, Kaup-Hasler. Accordingly, the deficit amounts to 7.6 percent. "This is a black eye, but one we can work with. We will continue to have a healthy cultural landscape and a solid infrastructure," said the councillor.Personnel in Order Hospitals Threatens Strike During Collective Agreement Negotiations
3.12.2025 While employees in the social economy sector are already on strike, the employees of the religious hospitals in Upper Austria are also increasing the pressure ahead of the upcoming collective bargaining negotiations on Friday.
Number of Suicide Attempts in Domestic Prisons Higher Than Ever
3.12.2025 This year, there were 29 suicide attempts in Austrian prisons, significantly more than in previous years. Last year, there were 22 cases, and since 2019, between 13 and 25. The number of completed suicides is declining: in 2023 and 2024, there were twelve cases, and so far this year, there have been seven.
Butyric Acid Attack on Doctor in Vienna's Hanusch Hospital: Clinics Closed
3.12.2025 At the Hanusch Hospital in Vienna-Penzing, a doctor was reportedly attacked with butyric acid on Wednesday. A suspect has been arrested. Several clinics had to be temporarily closed due to the strong odor.
From 2026: Own Cardiac Surgery at the Oberwart Clinic
3.12.2025 In the Oberwart Clinic, there will be a dedicated department for cardiac surgery starting in March 2026. This step is necessary due to the guest patient issue.
Decision on Residence Ban Against Windl Still Open
3.12.2025 Under significant media attention, the Federal Administrative Court (BVwG) in Graz reviewed on Wednesday the two-year, not yet legally binding residence ban issued by the Federal Office for Immigration and Asylum (BFA) against the German activist Anja Windl. The BFA accuses the student of posing a threat to public order and safety.
Strangled: Autopsy Confirms Cause of Death of Graz Influencer
3.12.2025 The Graz influencer found dead in Slovenia died from massive violence against the neck, according to preliminary autopsy results. Further forensic examinations are underway.
Butyric Acid Attack on Doctor in Vienna's Hanusch Hospital: Clinics Closed
3.12.2025 At the Hanusch Hospital in Vienna-Penzing, a doctor was reportedly attacked with butyric acid on Wednesday. A suspect has been arrested. Several outpatient clinics had to be temporarily closed due to the strong odor.
Prison Sentence After Stone Throw from Brigittenau Bridge in Vienna
3.12.2025 A 34-year-old man was sentenced to two years in prison, with eight months unconditional, at the Vienna Regional Court. On November 11, 2024, he had thrown large stones from the Brigittenauer Bridge, which hit three cars on the A22. In one case, a stone broke through the windshield, causing an eye injury to the driver from glass splinters.
Launch Date for HBO Max in Austria Set
3.12.2025 The streaming service HBO Max from Warner Bros. Discovery will launch in Austria on January 13. The subscription prices were also announced on Wednesday.
Rental Dispute in Vienna-Alsergrund Escalated: 35-Year-Old Arrested
3.12.2025 A 35-year-old man is said to have repeatedly violated a restraining order and resisted the police several times after making a threat in a rental dispute. He is now in a correctional facility.
Robbery Series by Youth Gangs in Vienna-Favoriten Solved
3.12.2025 After several robberies in Vienna-Favoriten, the police have arrested a total of 13 youths. The suspects are said to have used pepper spray, threatened, and robbed their victims.
Firearm Drawn in Vienna Restaurant: 69-Year-Old Reported
3.12.2025 A 69-year-old man allegedly pointed a handgun at two men in a building in downtown Vienna on Tuesday. The suspect was arrested, and the weapon was secured.
Fatal Accident in Vienna-Hietzing: 95-Year-Old Car Driver Runs Over Pedestrian
3.12.2025 In Gloriettegasse in Vienna-Hietzing, an 86-year-old pedestrian was fatally injured on Wednesday morning. A 95-year-old driver hit the man while reversing out of a driveway.
False Police Officers Have Already Made Millions in Vienna: Manhunt
3.12.2025 In Vienna, suspected fraudsters posing as fake police officers have stolen cash and jewelry from victims amounting to millions. The police are now asking for information about the suspects.Barrier-Free Flying: New Impulses from Aviation
3.12.2025 On the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Emirates in particular demonstrates how strongly airlines are currently upgrading in terms of accessibility.
Day of Persons with Disabilities: Numerous Organizations Emphasize the Need for Inclusion
3.12.2025 On the International Day of Persons with Disabilities this Wednesday, numerous organizations spoke out. They emphasized the necessity of inclusion and accessibility in the spirit of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and warned against austerity measures. The ÖBB announced that Vienna's main train station would be illuminated in purple light as part of the global initiative "Positively Purple".
Pickerl, Passport, PV Systems: Here There Will Be Less Bureaucracy in the Future
3.12.2025 The government has decided on a deregulation package. The measures range from longer inspection intervals to simplified passport applications. The aim is to relieve citizens and businesses of unnecessary effort.
No longer up-to-date: Call for Amendment of the Medical Act
3.12.2025 The Red Cross calls for a comprehensive revision of the over 20-year-old Medical Services Act. The goal is more legal certainty for paramedics, a contemporary education, and greater relief for hospitals through modern deployment models.
Ex-"Aula" Editor-in-Chief Convicted for Re-engagement in National Socialist Activities
3.12.2025 At the Graz Regional Criminal Court, the former "Aula" editor-in-chief and former FPÖ district politician in Graz was sentenced to four years in prison for re-engagement in Nazi activities.
Luxury SUV Drug Load Discovered: Arrest at Border
3.12.2025 At the Spielfeld border crossing, the police arrested a 27-year-old suspected drug courier. Around 15 kilograms of cannabis were discovered in the trunk of his rental car. Investigations into the masterminds are ongoing.Property Tax Debate Divides Government
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Sticker, Passport, PV Systems: Here There Will Be Less Bureaucracy in the Future
3.12.2025 The government has decided on a deregulation package. The measures range from longer inspection intervals to simplified passport applications. The aim is to relieve citizens and businesses of unnecessary effort.
Streiks im Sozialbereich erreichen heute Wien
3.12.2025 The warning strikes in the social economy enter their second day, with work also being halted in Vienna today. Employees are demanding a four percent wage increase and better working conditions. Employers point to political and financial constraints.
2025 Above-Average Vegetable Harvest in Austria
3.12.2025 In 2025, Austrian vegetable producers achieved an above-average harvest due to favorable weather conditions. The quantity of 726,800 tons of field and horticultural vegetables exceeded the previous year by 9 percent and was 10 percent above the average of the last five years. The cultivation area only increased by 3 percent compared to 2024, as reported by Statistics Austria. Crops such as onions, carrots, legumes, and sweet corn developed particularly positively.
ÖFB Presents Home Jersey for FIFA World Cup 2026
3.12.2025 On Wednesday, the ÖFB presented the home jersey of the Austrian national football team for the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Mexico, and Canada.
Johannes Hahn to Become New OeNB President
3.12.2025 The former EU Commissioner Johannes Hahn will become the new President of the General Council of the Austrian National Bank (OeNB). This was decided by the Council of Ministers on Wednesday.
Measures for Accessibility: Vienna Museum Receives Award
3.12.2025 The Vienna Museum is honored with the Zero Project Inclusive Arts Award, which is being awarded for the first time this year, for its comprehensive measures for accessibility.
Another Success Against ATM Robber Gang: Seven Arrests
3.12.2025 The investigators were able to record another success against internationally operating ATM bombers. In the Netherlands and Malta, seven more suspects were arrested. This year, the number of arrests has risen to 29.
Day of Persons with Disabilities: Numerous Organizations Emphasize the Need for Inclusion
3.12.2025 On the International Day of Persons with Disabilities this Wednesday, numerous organizations spoke out. They emphasized the need for inclusion and accessibility in accordance with the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and warned against austerity measures. The ÖBB announced that Vienna's main train station will be illuminated in purple light as part of the global initiative "Positively Purple".
Art Academy Vienna Removes "Hero Monument" by Josef Müllner
3.12.2025 The Academy of Fine Arts Vienna has decided to remove the controversial monument by sculptor Josef Müllner as part of a confrontation with its problematic history. This is part of an ongoing process of renewing historical reflection within the institution.
73-Year-Old Hit by Taxi in Mödling: Seriously Injured
3.12.2025 Tragic accident in Mödling: A 73-year-old woman from Vöcklabruck was hit by a taxi and had to be hospitalized with severe head injuries.
Vacancy in Vienna: Myth or Reality?
3.12.2025 A debate is raging in Vienna about vacant properties: While the city is growing and affordable housing is in demand, tens of thousands of apartments are estimated to be vacant. But what is the actual vacancy rate – and what is the situation in the office market?
Here the most expensive house in Vienna-Währing was sold in 2024
3.12.2025 The most expensive building sold in 2024 in Vienna-Währing changed hands for 25.1 million euros.
Shopping on December 8, 2025 in Vienna: The Store Opening Hours
6.12.2025 December 8, 2025, falls on a Monday. We have an overview of which supermarkets, stores, and shopping centers in Vienna are open on the holiday.
Study: Migrants Often Work Below Their Educational Level
3.12.2025 Immigrants in Austria are, according to the OECD, above average in terms of education – but often work below their qualifications. There are also issues with housing, labor market integration of women, and educational opportunities for their children.
Good Snow Conditions: Ski Resorts in Lower Austria Open from Friday
3.12.2025 The regular winter season in Lower Austria begins on Friday. A total of twelve ski areas with 36 lifts and 77 kilometers of slopes will start operations. Thanks to good snow conditions, some regions were able to start in advance.
"Kultursommer Wien": Submissions possible until January 15
3.12.2025 The half dozen is complete - now the seventh edition of the "Cultural Summer Vienna" awaits. Submissions can be made until January 15, 2026.