Hotel operating company "Alpine Family" files for insolvency
30.04.2025 The AlpinFamily GmbH, which operates several hotels and apartment buildings in Austria and is Dutch-owned, has filed for bankruptcy at the Commercial Court of Vienna. According to reports from credit protection associations, the debts amount to 17 million euros. About 135 creditors and 73 employees are affected. The company is to be continued.
License and Points Deduction for Austria Klagenfurt
30.04.2025 Austria Klagenfurt can rejoice over the license in the second instance - but must prepare for a points deficit in the next season.
Stumbling Block for Free Trade Agreement Between EU and Emirates
30.04.2025 Austria supports the efforts for a free trade agreement between the European Union and the United Arab Emirates, according to Chancellor Stocker.
110 Kilos: Huge Cannabis Discovery in Traiskirchen
30.04.2025 In the Lower Austrian town of Traiskirchen, a police operation uncovered 110 kilograms of cannabis.
Headwinds for ÖGK's Savings Plans
30.04.2025 The Austrian Health Insurance Fund (ÖGK) is facing resistance to its savings plans.
Helicopter Deployment After Racing Cyclist Accident in Lower Austria
30.04.2025 In Lower Austria, two racing cyclists had an accident on Wednesday.
Vienna Election: Will the District Council Election in this District be Challenged?
30.04.2025 In Vienna-Margareten, the ÖVP might contest the local district council election. Here's what's behind it.
Summer, Sun, and Holiday Feeling at the New Danube in Vienna
30.04.2025 Finally, the temperatures are rising to summer levels, and thus the leisure paradises CopaBeach and the new Pier 22 are beginning their summer season 2025. These are located directly on the New Danube, just a short distance from the city center and easily accessible by subway.
Tram Accident in Graz: Eleven People Injured
30.04.2025 In Graz, a tram accident occurred on Wednesday. Eleven people were injured.
Man Ran onto Roadway: One Dead on A1 in Lower Austria
30.04.2025 On the West Motorway (A1) in Lower Austria, an accident occurred on Wednesday.
False Extortion Accusations in Vienna: Brothers Acquitted
30.04.2025 On Wednesday, two Chechen brothers aged 23 and 30 were acquitted at the Vienna Regional Court of the charge of having put massive pressure on a fellow Chechen businessman to extort 150,000 euros from him.
Toddler Injured in Car Collision in Vienna-Donaustadt
30.04.2025 In the intersection of Eipeldauer Straße and Zehdengasse in Vienna-Donaustadt, two cars collided on Tuesday afternoon. Among the injured was a seven-month-old infant.
EU: Austria Among the Leaders in Labor Costs
30.04.2025 The cost per working hour in the manufacturing and service sectors is higher in only four EU countries than in Austria.
Drunk Speedster in Vienna-Favoriten Engaged in Police Chase
30.04.2025 In Vienna-Favoriten, the police were able to stop a speeder after a chase.
Man Vandalized in Vienna Subway Station: Arrest
30.04.2025 A 25-year-old man was arrested at the Vienna U-Bahn station Vorgartenstraße.
April presented itself noticeably mild
30.04.2025 The preliminary evaluation places Austria's lowlands in ninth place among the warmest April months in the 259-year history of measurements, and the mountains in eighth place in the 175-year mountain measurement series, according to climatologist Alexander Orlik from Geosphere Austria.
Police Stops Truck with Unsecured Load on A23 in Vienna
30.04.2025 On Tuesday, a truck was stopped that was traveling with unsecured cargo at 90 km/h on the Vienna A23 at the exit to the A4, as it had endangered the following traffic.
Seasonal Quotas in Domestic Tourism Increased
30.04.2025 The government has decided to increase the number of seasonal workers from non-EU countries from about 5,000 to 8,000 to alleviate the labor shortage in tourism. Additionally, a fund will be established to support the recruitment and retention of domestic workers.
Legislative Package Against Radical Islam Passed in Lower Austria
30.04.2025 ÖVP, FPÖ and SPÖ voted on Wednesday in Lower Austria for a legislative package against radical Islam.
24 Drug Drivers Taken Off the Road in Focused Operation in Vienna-Meidling
30.04.2025 In recent days, the Vienna police have once again conducted a focused operation to increase traffic safety on the streets of Vienna and, in particular, to remove drivers impaired by drugs or alcohol from traffic.
Headwinds for ÖGK's Savings Plans
30.04.2025 The Austrian Health Insurance Fund (ÖGK) is facing resistance to its savings plans.
Early Summer Holiday Weather with Isolated Thunderstorms
30.04.2025 According to the Geosphere weather forecast, the next three days will be sunny and early summer warm, with maximum temperatures of 29 and 30 degrees expected on Friday and Saturday. Local rain showers or isolated thunderstorms are possible, even on the holiday on Thursday.
Toddler Injured in Car Collision in Vienna-Donaustadt
30.04.2025 In the intersection of Eipeldauer Straße and Zehdengasse in Vienna-Donaustadt, two cars collided on Tuesday afternoon. Among the injured was a seven-month-old infant.
39-Year-Old Arrested During Vehicle Check in Vienna-Margareten
30.04.2025 A 39-year-old man is suspected of having stolen a mobile phone, cash, and a car from an acquaintance after a meeting.
NÖ: Start for Kika/Leiner Insolvency Foundation
30.04.2025 Starting from May 1, the insolvency foundation of Kika/Leiner begins in Lower Austria. Up to 300 people can receive support for up to four years. The GPA union of Lower Austria is calling for a permanent employment foundation due to insolvencies in other companies and industries.
Body Found in Vienna City: Autopsy Result is Here
30.04.2025 After the discovery of a lifeless person in a basement in downtown Vienna, there is now clarity about the primary cause of death of the 29-year-old.
From da Vinci's Workshop: Ink Drawing Fetches 650,000 Euros at Auction in Vienna
30.04.2025 At a Dorotheum auction on Tuesday, an ink drawing from the workshop of Leonardo da Vinci exceeded expectations "by far" with 650,000 euros.
European Street Food Festival in Vienna: Win 3x20 Euro Consumption Vouchers
30.04.2025 The European Street Food Festival will be touring Austria for the tenth time in 2025. For the stop in front of the Wiener Stadthalle, VIENNA.at is giving away 3x20 euros in the form of consumption vouchers.
Schönborn expects a "holy and wise" Pope
30.04.2025 "God already knows who the new Pope will be, and therefore also his nationality," said Cardinal Christoph Schönborn, who will not be participating in the election of the head of the Catholic Church.
Wolfgang Anzengruber becomes Ukraine Special Coordinator
30.04.2025 On Wednesday, Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger (NEOS) presented the Austrian special coordinator for the reconstruction of Ukraine.
24-Year-Old Stopped at Vienna Airport with 23 Kilos of Cannabis
30.04.2025 A focused inspection at Vienna Airport was successful.
ÖGK aims to achieve "break-even" by 2026
30.04.2025 The ÖGK plans to reduce its deficit to a "black zero" by 2026 with a savings plan. In addition to not filling vacant positions, MRI, CT, and physiotherapy will require approvals again in the future.
Auto Bet of the Wiener Linien Takes Off on Thursday
30.04.2025 On May 1st, the car bet of Wiener Linien begins. 3,000 people applied, 40 are now participating.
5x2 Tickets to Win for Wildstyle & Tattoo Fair in Vienna
30.04.2025 The "Wildstyle & Tattoo Fair" celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2025. VIENNA.at is giving away 5x2 tickets for the spectacle.
Karl-Heinz Grasser Files for Personal Bankruptcy
30.04.2025 Former Finance Minister Karl-Heinz Grasser files for personal bankruptcy.
Karl-Heinz Grasser Files for Personal Bankruptcy
30.04.2025 Former Finance Minister Karl-Heinz Grasser files for personal bankruptcy.
Karl-Heinz Grasser Files for Personal Bankruptcy
30.04.2025 Former Finance Minister Karl-Heinz Grasser files for personal bankruptcy.
Drunk Driver Crashed into Parked Car: Two Injured
30.04.2025 In the night leading to Wednesday, a drunk driver crashed into a parked car in Zahling, a cadastral community of Eltendorf, in Jennersdorf, Burgenland. In the process, he and a pedestrian standing behind the car were injured.
Numerous Cats End Up in TierQuarTier Vienna
30.04.2025 In just a few days, more than 30 cats were brought to the TierQuarTier Vienna by animal rescue. Among them were tiny, still blind kittens, injured young cats, and adult animals that no one wanted anymore.
Swiss Soldier Hit by Armored Vehicle During Exercise in Allentsteig
30.04.2025 Late Tuesday evening, a Swiss soldier was struck by an armored wheeled vehicle of the Swiss military during the international exercise "TRIAS25" in Allentsteig, in the Lower Austrian district of Zwettl. According to a spokesperson for the Lower Austrian military command, the injured person was transported by helicopter to the University Hospital St. Pölten.
Construction Start of the Eastern Bypass of Wiener Neustadt Provokes Protest
30.04.2025 On Wednesday, the start of construction for the eastern bypass of Wiener Neustadt sparked a protest.
Ban on Disposable Vapes Demanded
30.04.2025 Waste and resource management call for a ban on disposable vapes. The reason: Besides the health consequences, the lithium batteries they contain could cause fires.
Cheap Junk with Dangerous Chemicals: Measures Against Temu, Shein & AliExpress Demanded
30.04.2025 The Trade Association and Greenpeace are demanding steps from the federal government and the EU Commission against the Chinese online trading platforms Temu, Shein, and AliExpress. The flood of packages from the Far East burdens European retailers and consumers as well as the environment, explained Trade Association Managing Director Rainer Will to the APA. "Shein and Temu are flooding Europe with cheap products that often contain dangerous chemicals," warned Greenpeace representative Ursula Bittner.
Start of Exploratory Talks After Vienna Election
30.04.2025 Today, Wednesday, the series of exploratory talks following the Vienna election begins with the meeting of the current coalition partners SPÖ and NEOS at the Vienna City Hall.
Central Matura Starts Next Week
30.04.2025 Next week, this year's final exam season enters the hot phase: On Monday (May 5), the central final exams begin with the Greek exams - but only for 32 candidates.
Three-Hour Search Operation in Innsbruck for Missing Boy
30.04.2025 In Innsbruck, Tyrol, a large contingent of police, water rescue, and Red Cross personnel searched for over three hours on Tuesday afternoon for a minor boy reported missing. The child had not returned to his group after a toilet break.
David Alaba Injured Again in the Knee
30.04.2025 David Alaba has injured his knee again and is at risk of being out for a longer period. Austria's football team captain suffered a meniscus tear in his left knee, as his club Real Madrid announced on Tuesday evening.
Mobile Phone Ban in Schools: These Rules Apply from May 1
30.04.2025 Mobile phones, smartwatches, and similar devices are generally not allowed to be used in schools and at school events nationwide up to the eighth grade starting May 1.
Massive Power Outage in Spain: Portugal and France Also Affected
30.04.2025 On Monday, there was a "massive" power outage in Spain and Portugal as well as parts of France.
Study on Women's Health: Men Significantly Less Informed
30.04.2025 A representative study by the online market research institute Marketagent on behalf of the drugstore chain Bipa shows that men rate their knowledge of pregnancy, puberty, or contraceptive methods significantly lower than women.William and Kate Celebrate Wedding Anniversary in Scotland
29.04.2025 Prince William and Princess Kate celebrate their 14th wedding anniversary with an official visit to the Scottish Isle of Mull. Upon their arrival on Tuesday, they were greeted by waiting people. According to the news agency PA, they plan to spend the night in a cottage.Number of Participants at Conclave is Set
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Blackout Preparedness for Stocker "a Serious Issue"
29.04.2025 On Tuesday, Chancellor Stocker called for taking blackout preparedness seriously following the extensive power outage in Spain and Portugal.
European Street Food Festival 2025: All Tour Dates at a Glance
29.04.2025 The European Street Food Festival celebrates its 10th anniversary in 2025. From March 15 to October 26, the food trucks will tour all over Austria. Here is an overview of all the tour dates this year.
"Energy is Power": Energy-AG Chief "Energy Policy" Armament
29.04.2025 Due to geopolitical uncertainties, Austria must also "upgrade its energy policy," according to the CEO of Energie AG Oberösterreich, Leonhard Schitter.