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  • Serial Killer Recognized by Police Officers in Vienna-Rudolfsheim: Arrest

    28.03.2025 For a 34-year-old, the handcuffs clicked on Thursday in Vienna 15. The man had been wanted by the police since January for several offenses.

    27-Year-Old Injures Police Officer in Vienna-Hietzing

    28.03.2025 In Vienna-Hietzing, two officers from the Leyserstraße police station were injured on Thursday, according to the authorities. Their shift was over.

    Car Driver Hits Pedestrian During Hit-and-Run in Vienna-Hietzing

    28.03.2025 A car driver injured two people during an escape attempt in Vienna-Hietzing on Thursday afternoon. The police have already secured the vehicle and are now searching for the man.

    With 123 km/h through Vienna: Police Stop Speeder at Burgring

    28.03.2025 During a traffic check on Thursday, a car was measured at 123 km/h on the Vienna Burgring. The driver now faces a driving license suspension and vehicle confiscation.

    Viennese Ice Cream Parlor Attracts Today with One-Euro Promotion

    28.03.2025 If you're still looking for a suitable way to end the workweek, you might find it in Vienna-Leopoldstadt. There, on Friday, March 28, an ice cream parlor awaits with a one-euro promotion. However, it is time-limited.

    Illegal Race in Vienna 15 Ended with Serious Crash

    28.03.2025 In a head-on collision in Vienna-Rudolfsheim, which likely occurred in connection with an illegal street race, both drivers were injured on Thursday.

    Fundraising Appeal for Earthquake Victims in Myanmar and Thailand

    28.03.2025 In light of the devastating earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand, local aid organizations such as the Austrian Red Cross and the Samaritan Association are urgently calling for donations to help the affected people with medical care, emergency shelters, and essential goods.

    "New Worlds": Bill Murray Comes to the Vienna Concert Hall in July

    28.03.2025 The American actor Bill Murray will create an evening titled "New Worlds" at the Vienna Konzerthaus on July 1st, together with the German cellist Jan Vogler, pianist Vanessa Perez, and violinist Mira Wang.

    Increasingly Online: Smartphone Boom Among Children

    29.03.2025 In Austria, children are getting their own smartphones at an increasingly younger age, on average at nine years old. Parents are concerned about safety, bullying, and excessive use.

    Three Eurofighters Stationed in Klagenfurt Over Easter

    28.03.2025 After Eurofighters were relocated to Hörsching in the winter, three aircraft will now be heading to Klagenfurt in a few weeks.

    ÖVP Federal Party Congress Elects Stocker as ÖVP Leader

    29.03.2025 In the late afternoon of Saturday, Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker is to be officially elected as the party chairman of the ÖVP.

    OGH Following Grasser Verdict in Action

    28.03.2025 After the Supreme Court (OGH) announced guilty verdicts in the corruption trial against former Finance Minister Grasser and other defendants this Tuesday, it is now tasked with drafting the written judgment.

    Fundraising Appeal for Earthquake Victims in Myanmar and Thailand

    28.03.2025 In light of the devastating earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand, local aid organizations such as the Austrian Red Cross and the Samaritan Association are urgently calling for donations to help the affected people with medical care, emergency shelters, and essential goods.

    Federal States See Few Opportunities to Contribute to Budget Consolidation

    28.03.2025 The federal government is calling on the federal states to contribute more to budget consolidation, which is met with little approval.

    Teenie made bomb threat against Linz school

    28.03.2025 After a bomb threat at a Linz school on September 12, 2024, a 14-year-old has been identified as the perpetrator according to the police.

    Goosebumps in the City Hall: "The Rock Symphony Orchestra" Thrilled in Vienna

    28.03.2025 An unforgettable spectacle: Thursday evening, "The Rock Symphony Orchestra" in the Vienna Stadthalle combined thundering rock anthems with opulent classical pieces, providing 5,000 visitors with a captivating concert experience.

    Petition for Referendum Gains Momentum

    28.03.2025 An alliance has been formed for the initiative "Stop the Enrichment of Popular Initiatives!".

    Vienna Zoo Schönbrunn Closes Petting Zoo Due to Foot-and-Mouth Disease

    28.03.2025 After the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in Hungary and Slovakia, the Vienna Zoo Schönbrunn is now also responding with a series of precautionary measures.

    CO-Alarm in Vienna-Simmering: Father and Four-Year-Old in Hospital

    28.03.2025 A four-year-old child and her father were hospitalized on Thursday due to elevated carbon monoxide levels from shisha smoke in an apartment in Vienna-Simmering.

    Speeder Traveling at 209 km/h on West Autobahn

    28.03.2025 On Thursday, a car driver sped over the West Autobahn in the Melk district.

    Austrian Armed Forces Help Slovakia in Fight Against Foot-and-Mouth Disease

    28.03.2025 The Austrian Armed Forces have been involved in containing the foot-and-mouth disease in Slovakia for 36 hours.

    US Tariffs Affect Austrian Supply Industry Mainly Indirectly

    28.03.2025 The new US tariffs on cars are expected to "not significantly affect" Austria's automotive supply industry, according to Dietmar Schäfer from the Chamber of Commerce in the Ö1 "Morgenjournal".

    Josh releases Recording of Show at Wiener Stadthalle

    28.03.2025 After his first performance at the Vienna Stadthalle, singer Josh is releasing a recording of his show on vinyl and streaming.

    Fatal Tractor Accident in Lower Austria

    28.03.2025 On Thursday, a 52-year-old man died in a tractor accident in Breitenstein in the Neunkirchen district.

    Owl and Bird of Prey Station Haringsee Cares for Injured Otter Baby

    28.03.2025 In Lower Austria, an injured baby otter is being cared for at the Owl and Bird of Prey Station (EGS) Haringsee.

    Problem with Gays

    28.03.2025 Guest commentary by Johannes Huber. In Austria, organized "hate crime" is being uncovered, yet politically it remains quiet. This is very telling.

    Ex-FPÖ Leader Strache Kicks Off Campaign for Vienna Election

    28.03.2025 Ex-FPÖ leader Strache has officially started the election campaign with his "Team HC Strache". This campaign is under the motto "Save Our Vienna". Strache did not hold back criticism of the FPÖ at the event.

    "Overshoot Day": Austria Has Already Consumed Its Natural Resources

    28.03.2025 Austria will have used up its natural resources for this year by the coming Saturday, marking the national "Overshoot Day" on that day. Last year, this day fell on April 7th.

    King Charles in Hospital: Appointments Canceled

    28.03.2025 On Thursday, King Charles III had to be briefly hospitalized due to side effects of his cancer therapy, as reported by Buckingham Palace. Appointments on Friday have been canceled on medical advice.

    New Facility for Venomous Snakes at the Vienna House of the Sea

    28.03.2025 On Thursday, the Vienna House of the Sea presented its state-of-the-art facility for venomous snakes.

    Vienna Marathon 2025 with "All Time Finisher" Gschiegl

    28.03.2025 The Vienna Marathon is once again featuring a legend this year. Franz Gschiegl from Lower Austria, an "all-time finisher," is participating again.

    UV Protection in Sunscreens is Convincing - But There is a Problem

    28.03.2025 A VKI test revealed that most facial sunscreens offer effective UV protection, but still show significant deficiencies in environmental compatibility.

    Hydrogen Bus: Start of Test Operation for Zero-Emissions Bus in Vienna

    27.03.2025 The Wiener Linien are starting the test operation of another hydrogen bus.

    Firefighting Operation After Collapse of a Vault Field in Vienna-Döbling

    27.03.2025 In Vienna-Döbling, a vault section in the basement of a multi-family residential building collapsed, causing the floor of the living room in the apartment above to sink and making it unsafe to enter.

    Trial on Prostitution of Minors in Vienna Postponed

    27.03.2025 On Thursday, a 27-year-old had to answer in court. He was accused of having mediated a 15-year-old and a 17-year-old for sexual services via relevant platforms in Vienna in the summer of 2024.

    Slow Fiber Optic Expansion in Austria

    27.03.2025 In Austria, only half of the citizens have access to a high-performance fiber optic network, placing the country far behind in a European comparison, according to the results of the FTTH Fiber Optic Congress in Amsterdam.

    Wifo and IHS Expect a Deficit of More Than 3 Percent

    27.03.2025 The economic researchers from Wifo and IHS expect in their report, despite austerity measures, a budget deficit of 3.3 and 3.2 percent of GDP for this year and a deficit of 3.5 and 3.2 percent for 2026. Austria would thus exceed the EU's Maastricht debt rules for three years.

    No Adjustments Planned for Budget

    27.03.2025 Despite the poor budget forecasts, the government intends to make no changes to the consolidation package of 6.4 billion euros planned for this year.

    Styria Spring 2025 Officially Opened in Front of Vienna City Hall

    27.03.2025 A large stage in front of the Vienna City Hall, a new glass cooking studio next to it, blooming guest gardens, lots of greenery, large LED screens with impressive images, and 89 exhibitor booths: The Styrian Spring is open again.

    ECJ Ruling on Blood Revenge as a Ground for Asylum

    27.03.2025 The European Court of Justice in Luxembourg decided that belonging to a family involved in a blood feud cannot be recognized as a sole reason for asylum.

    Escape from Clinic Led to the Bust of a Thieves' Gang

    27.03.2025 A German arrested in Styria in the fall of 2024 led to the uncovering of a burglary and theft gang comprising six people.

    Carinthian Must Remain in Prison Longer After Bomb Threats

    27.03.2025 On Thursday, a 21-year-old Carinthian had to answer for several bomb threats before the Regional Court in Klagenfurt.

    After Meat Grinder Accident: Accused Mother Did Not Appear at Trial

    27.03.2025 On Thursday, the mother of a two-year-old who was severely injured in an accident with a meat grinder was supposed to appear in court. However, the woman did not attend the hearing.

    Papal Blessing "Urbi et Orbi" at Easter in Jeopardy

    27.03.2025 The traditional papal blessing "Urbi et Orbi" at Easter is in jeopardy, as Pope Francis's health recovery makes his participation in the liturgical celebrations of Holy Week uncertain. A cardinal might possibly give the blessing in his place.

    Premiere: Vienna Chikungunya Vaccine is Here

    27.03.2025 In Vienna, vaccine history has been made with a vaccine against Chikungunya.

    Mikl-Leitner commented before closure on "new" western route

    27.03.2025 On May 12, there will be another closure on the "new" western route. In advance, Lower Austria's state leader Johanna Mikl-Leitner (ÖVP) commented.

    After Arson in Lower Austria: 21-Year-Old in Custody

    27.03.2025 A 21-year-old is suspected of having set five fires in Groß-Enzersdorf in the Gänserndorf district.

    Apartment Fire in Vienna-Ottakring Claims a Life

    27.03.2025 A fire in an apartment in Vienna-Ottakring claimed the life of a 52-year-old man on Wednesday. Incense sticks are suspected as the cause of the fire.

    BP Sells Gas Station Business in Austria

    27.03.2025 The British oil company BP plans to sell its network of gas stations in Austria later this year.

    National Fund Reform Decided: Rosenkranz Can Be Replaced

    27.03.2025 The National Council has decided that Walter Rosenkranz (FPÖ) can be removed as head of the National Fund for NS victims. However, he is also given the opportunity to voluntarily transfer responsibility to the Second or Third President of the National Council. The FPÖ criticized this decision as "legislation on demand."

    E-Control: Gas Supply in Winter 2025/26 Secured

    27.03.2025 The gas supply in winter 2025/26 is secured in the eyes of E-Control.

    Vienna Danube Canal Becomes a Green Oasis: New Concept Presented

    28.03.2025 The new design concept for the "urban center" of the Danube Canal in Vienna focuses on more greenery, open spaces, and better traffic management - without additional gastronomy, but with new seating options and green oases.

    Protest Action by the Union in Vienna-Simmering Correctional Facility

    27.03.2025 The prison guard union of the GÖD expressed strong criticism on Thursday regarding the conditions in the penal system and organized a protest at the Vienna-Simmering correctional facility. A staff meeting took place there between 8:00 and 11:00 AM, causing operations to pause.

    Rainy Weather to Start the New Week

    27.03.2025 The influence of low pressure will bring rain and fresh north wind to the country by the weekend, according to the forecast from Geosphere Austria.

    Jogger in Vienna-Donaustadt Stabbed by Drunk Person: Perpetrator on the Run

    27.03.2025 In Vienna-Donaustadt, an 18-year-old jogger was seriously injured with a knife during an altercation with an unknown person on Wednesday evening. The police are asking for information.

    Several EU Infringement Procedures Against Austria

    27.03.2025 According to the Commission, several EU infringement procedures are being initiated against Austria.

    Driver on Drugs Without License Engaged in Police Chase with Vienna Police

    27.03.2025 On Wednesday night, a car chase occurred in Vienna-Floridsdorf after a 54-year-old driver evaded a traffic stop. During his arrest, the man also resisted fiercely.

    Austria Imposes Import Ban and Controls Due to Foot-and-Mouth Disease

    27.03.2025 Austria has responded to the outbreaks of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in Hungary and Slovakia on Thursday by issuing several measures.