Woman Raced Through Vienna City Center with Tuned E-Scooter
27.03.2025 An e-scooter with the speed of a motorcycle caused a stir in downtown Vienna on Wednesday.
Man Threatened Cleaning Staff at Vienna's Urban-Loritz-Platz with Knife: Escape Successful
27.03.2025 On February 16, 2025, there was a dangerous threat involving a knife at Vienna's Urban-Loritz-Platz. The cleaning staff managed to escape to the staff room and called the police from there. Now, photos are being used to search for the man and his companion.
Dispute Escalated: 16-Year-Old Stabbed Girlfriend with Knife in Vienna-Simmering
27.03.2025 In Vienna-Simmering, a 14-year-old girl was injured by her boyfriend with a knife on Wednesday evening. The police arrested the 16-year-old, and investigations are ongoing.
Green Party Advocates for Hundreds of New German Language Support Staff
27.03.2025 The Greens demand 1,000 additional German language support staff in kindergartens and 400 more teachers for German language support in schools.
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.
Surprising Discoveries During Restoration of the Miniature Cabinet in Vienna's Schönbrunn Palace
27.03.2025 In memory of her deceased husband and her children married to various European courts, Maria Theresa established a miniature cabinet in Schönbrunn in the 18th century. Small paintings, known as miniatures, created by the offspring and the husband of the Empress were integrated into the wall paneling of the room, which is only 13.25 square meters in size. The room is now open for viewing again after a restoration that brought some surprises to light.
Lotto Sevenfold Jackpot on Sunday: 11 Million Euros Await for the Sixer
27.03.2025 Even on Wednesday, there was once again no ticket with the "six correct numbers" in the lottery draw. Therefore, the first sevenfold jackpot of the year 2025 is up for grabs on Wednesday. Additionally, there is a double jackpot for the Joker.
Recession in Austria Threatens to Continue
27.03.2025 The economic researchers from Wifo and IHS expect another recession year for this year.
E-Control: Customers Are Sometimes Paying Far Too Much for Electricity and Gas
28.03.2025 Even two years after the energy crisis, many households in this country are still paying excessive prices for energy.
Emirates Open Day in Vienna: Secure Your Dream Job Above the Clouds
27.03.2025 Emirates is still looking for Cabin Crew members in Vienna, with the next opportunity on April 2: At the so-called Emirates Open Day, the airline is seeking interested individuals who want to become part of the multinational Cabin Crew.
Mobile Phone Ban: What About Exceptions?
27.03.2025 From May 1, a ban on mobile phones, smartwatches, and similar devices is to apply nationwide up to the eighth grade - during the entire stay at school as well as at school events. However, according to the draft regulation now available, school partners (student, parent, teacher representatives) can set various exceptions.
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.
Employee of Burgenland Energie Involved in Accident
27.03.2025 In the district of Oberwart, an employee of Burgenland Energie had an accident on Thursday. He ended up in the hospital.
Replacement Service for Badner Bahn Over Easter: All Information
27.03.2025 During the Easter holidays from April 12 to 21, the Badner Bahn will be replaced by a rail replacement service with buses between the stops Möllersdorf Lokalbahn - Traiskirchen Lokalbahn and Tribuswinkel-Josefsthal due to modernization work.
Looking for an Easter Gift? VIENNA.at is Giving Away Five New Children's Games for All Ages
27.03.2025 Easter is just around the corner. If you still don't have a gift idea for your child, grandchild, etc. - here's the opportunity: VIENNA.at is giving away five children's games for all ages that are just hitting the market, meaning there's no risk that the little one might already own the game.
Burgstaller-Attacker Received a 16-Month Suspended Sentence in Vienna
27.03.2025 A man who punched Rapid footballer Guido Burgstaller in the face in front of a Vienna disco on December 14, 2024, and seriously injured him, was sentenced to 16 months of suspended imprisonment on Thursday at the regional court. The judge described the act in the verdict as an "impulsive act of stupidity." The verdict is not final.
Burgenland Demands Border Controls Due to Foot-and-Mouth Disease
27.03.2025 After the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in Hungary, the Deputy Governor of Burgenland, Anja Haider-Wallner (Green Party), advocates for the introduction of border controls.
Boom in Real Estate Purchases, Even Though Prices Remained Almost Unchanged in 2024
27.03.2025 In Austria, the purchases of residential properties increased significantly in 2024, while prices remained almost unchanged. Particularly, existing properties became cheaper.
"Pine Cone on Four Legs" for Vienna Zoo Schönbrunn
27.03.2025 In the Vienna Zoo Schönbrunn, Chinese pangolins will live in the future.
Budget Hole Bigger Than Ever: Now We Even Face New Taxes
27.03.2025 The Austrian budget deficit reaches a new high of over 12 billion euros. This development not only jeopardizes the planned savings but also calls into question the reduction of ancillary wage costs targeted for 2027.
Recession in Austria Threatens to Continue
27.03.2025 The economic researchers from Wifo and IHS expect another recession year for this year.
Lower Austrian was traveling at 122 km/h in a 50 km/h zone
27.03.2025 After 122 km/h in a 50 zone in Lower Austria, a motorcyclist has temporarily lost his driver's license.
Landfill in St. Pölten Must Be Cleared
27.03.2025 The landfill in St. Pölten, closed due to possible illegal deposits, must now be completely cleared under official supervision and the material thoroughly examined. This will start in the coming months.
Teenager Seriously Injured in Traffic Accident in Carinthia
27.03.2025 In Carinthia, a 15-year-old moped rider collided with a car on Wednesday. A rescue helicopter was deployed.
Attacker of Villach Was Sane
27.03.2025 After the attack in Villach last February, a psychiatric report attests to the perpetrator's sanity.
New Popular Initiative Looks at Popular Initiative
28.03.2025 Next Monday marks the beginning of the registration week for three referendums. One of them stands out.
Karner does not travel to Syria after warnings
27.03.2025 Warnings of a terrorist threat have thwarted Interior Minister Gerhard Karner (ÖVP) regarding a trip to Syria.
Karner does not travel to Syria after warnings
27.03.2025 Warnings of a terrorist threat have thwarted Interior Minister Gerhard Karner (ÖVP) regarding a trip to Syria.
Mobile Phone Ban: What About Exceptions?
27.03.2025 From May 1, a ban on mobile phones, smartwatches, and similar devices is to apply nationwide up to the eighth grade - during the entire stay at school as well as at school events. However, according to the draft regulation now available, school partners (student, parent, teacher representatives) can set various exceptions.
Karner does not travel to Syria after warnings
27.03.2025 Warnings of a terrorist threat have thwarted Interior Minister Gerhard Karner's (ÖVP) plans regarding a trip to Syria.
Schellhorn wants more budget contribution from states and municipalities
27.03.2025 The federal government is facing a tense budget situation – NEOS State Secretary Josef Schellhorn therefore calls for more effort from states and municipalities.
After Supreme Court Ruling on Fake Tavern Letters: FPÖ Lower Austria Saves "Tagespresse" Over 60,000 Euros
26.03.2025 The fake inn letters cost the "Tagespresse" less than originally assumed.
Fire Department Operation Due to Diesel Leak in Wiener Neustadt
26.03.2025 On Wednesday, a ruptured diesel tank brought Grazerstraße in Wiener Neustadt to a standstill.
Discussion on Lobau Tunnel during "Urgent Inquiry" in the National Council
26.03.2025 The Greens have elevated the contentious issue of the Lobau Tunnel to the federal level in the midst of the Vienna election campaign.
Thin Personnel Coverage at Militia Causes Concern for Federal Army Commission
26.03.2025 The parliamentary Federal Army Commission expresses concern about the militia system. During the presentation of the 2024 annual report, it was pointed out that the personnel shortage is becoming increasingly problematic.
Vienna City Council Voted for Financing of Event Arena in St. Marx
26.03.2025 On Wednesday, the Vienna City Council approved the financing for the new multifunctional arena in the St. Marx district.
Social Report: Income Situation Partially Improved, Concerns Remain
26.03.2025 For four out of ten respondents, the income situation improved in the fourth quarter of 2024 compared to last year.
Vienna Favoritenstraße Becomes Climate-Friendly: Climbing Wall as New Highlight
26.03.2025 The redesign of Vienna's Favoritenstraße is progressing: Under the motto "Out of the Asphalt," an urban climate boulevard is being created with shade-giving trees, new green spaces – and from 2026, a special feature: a 50-meter-long, freely accessible climbing wall in the Gudrunpassage underpass.
After Supreme Court Ruling on Fake Tavern Letters: FPÖ Lower Austria Saves "Tagespresse" Over 60,000 Euros
26.03.2025 The fake inn letters cost the "Tagespresse" less than originally assumed.
Twelve Years in Prison for Sexual Abuse of Three Boys
26.03.2025 A 55-year-old man was sentenced to twelve years in prison by the Graz Regional Court on Wednesday for the serious sexual abuse of three underage boys.
"Nazi-Ball" Projection Before Vienna Academics Ball: Proceedings Against JöH Dropped
26.03.2025 The Public Prosecutor's Office (PPO) Vienna has closed the proceedings against the Jewish Austrian University Students (JöH) due to an action in the run-up to the Freedom Party's Vienna Academic Ball.
Cause Buwog: Grasser Goes to the European Court of Human Rights After Supreme Court Ruling
2.05.2025 The Supreme Court (OGH) largely upheld the first-instance verdicts in the Buwog case on Tuesday and imposed prison sentences of four and three and a half years on former Finance Minister Karl-Heinz Grasser and his best man Walter Meischberger, respectively.
Start of Expansion for S4: More Safety by 2029
26.03.2025 With the official groundbreaking on Wednesday, the comprehensive safety expansion of the Mattersburg Expressway S4 between the Mattersburg junction and the Wiener Neustadt junction has begun.
14-Year-Old Remains in Custody After Attack Plan at Vienna Westbahnhof
26.03.2025 The regional court for criminal matters has extended the pre-trial detention for a 14-year-old Viennese student, who is suspected of planning a terrorist attack at the Vienna Westbahnhof, by two months.
After Attack on Burgstaller: Defendant Will Confess During Trial
26.03.2025 The 23-year-old man who punched Rapid Vienna striker Guido Burgstaller in the face in front of a nightclub in downtown Vienna on December 14, 2024, severely injuring the footballer, will make a confession at the regional court on Thursday.
Application for Pre-Trial Detention After Threat of Attack on ORF Center in Vienna
26.03.2025 A 53-year-old man blocked the access to the ORF center at Küniglberg in Vienna-Hietzing with a small truck on Tuesday morning and threatened with a bomb. He was arrested and taken to the Josefstadt prison.
Grasser and Hochegger Face Further Proceedings
26.03.2025 Following the convictions by the Supreme Court in the corruption trial against former Finance Minister Grasser and other defendants, partial annulments of the initial verdict are still pending.
Man Threatened to Shoot His Wife: Arrested by WEGA with Loaded Weapon in Vienna-Brigittenau
26.03.2025 On Tuesday afternoon, a man threatened to shoot his wife in Vienna-Brigittenau. He was arrested shortly after with the support of WEGA officers with a loaded weapon.
Pickpockets Arrested on Vienna's Kärntner Straße
26.03.2025 On suspicion of professional theft, three women were arrested on Tuesday on Kärntner Straße in Vienna.
Focus Action: Several Drug Drivers Stopped in Vienna-Floridsdorf
26.03.2025 On the night of March 25 to 26, 2025, officers of the City Police Command Floridsdorf, together with a medical officer of the Vienna State Police Directorate, conducted a comprehensive traffic police focus operation.
13-Year-Old Stopped by Vienna Police with Stolen Car
26.03.2025 On Tuesday, a 13-year-old was stopped by the Vienna police while he was driving a stolen car.
Parental Support in the Hospital: Vienna with Highest Costs
26.03.2025 In Austria, hospital stays for children are covered by statutory health insurance. However, when parents or other caregivers accompany their child as an inpatient, additional fees are incurred in all federal states – with sometimes significant differences.
Google Search in Austria Now with "AI Overview"
26.03.2025 On Wednesday, the "Overview with AI" feature will launch on Google Search in Austria.
Family Reunification Stop: Government Initiated Proposal in Asylum Law
26.03.2025 On Wednesday, the planned pause on family reunification was decided in the Council of Ministers. The initiative will then be immediately introduced in the National Council - the new regulation could thus be passed by Parliament as early as April.