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  • Stocker Medically Attended After Government Statement

    7.03.2025 Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker (ÖVP) delivered his government statement on Friday while ill - and was subsequently given medical attention.

    Flight Cancellations and Delays Due to Warning Strikes in Germany

    7.03.2025 Air travelers should expect flight cancellations and delays at all major airports in Germany on Monday. The cause is a full-day warning strike called by the union Verdi, involving public service personnel and ground handling staff.

    Vienna Has a New Deputy Mayor

    7.03.2025 In Vienna, there is a new Deputy Mayor: After Christoph Wiederkehr (NEOS) moved to the federal level, the office was taken over by his party colleague Bettina Emmerling.

    After Knife Attack at Graz Cemetery: Condition of Pensioner Improved

    7.03.2025 An elderly woman who was seriously injured in a knife attack by an unknown person at the St. Leonhard Cemetery in Graz at the end of January is on the road to recovery.

    Drug Trafficking with 100 Kilos of Heroin in Graz: 54-Year-Old Convicted

    7.03.2025 On Friday, a 54-year-old man in Graz was sentenced to 14 years and six months in prison after a long trial, although the verdict is not yet legally binding.

    Body Found in Fire in Vienna-Penzing

    7.03.2025 In Vienna-Penzing, there was a fire on Thursday. A body was discovered in the affected apartment.

    ```html Rape Under Sleeping Pills: Eight Years Imprisonment for Carinthian ```

    7.03.2025 On Friday, a 63-year-old Carinthian was sentenced to eight years in prison at the Klagenfurt Regional Court for rape and sexual coercion.

    ORF Farewell to Claudia Reiterer

    7.03.2025 After 27 years, Claudia Reiterer will leave ORF at the end of April.

    Stocker Medically Attended After Government Statement

    7.03.2025 Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker (ÖVP) delivered his government statement on Friday while ill - and was subsequently given medical attention.

    Fatal Shooting in Carinthia: Trial Starts Next Week

    7.03.2025 After a 36-year-old Carinthian was killed by a gunshot in Knappenberg last August, the trial against the 43-year-old defendant will take place next Wednesday at the Klagenfurt Regional Court.

    Vienna Police Take Action Against Protest at Academics' Ball

    7.03.2025 For the Academics Ball 2025, the Jewish Austrian Students (JöH) organized a three-day protest against right-wing extremist fraternities at the outer Burgtor.

    Arrest After Discovery of Body in Suitcase in Vienna-Favoriten

    7.03.2025 After the discovery of a body in a suitcase in Vienna-Favoriten, further developments have occurred. In addition to the arrest of a suspect, there is now information about the cause of death and the identity of the victim.

    Fatal Train Accident: Two People Hit by Train in Niklasdorf

    7.03.2025 In an accident a week ago at the train station area in Niklasdorf, Upper Styria, two people were killed.

    Attempted Luxury Watch Robbery in Vienna: Perpetrator Identified

    7.03.2025 Last year in May, a 72-year-old tourist, who was on vacation in Vienna with his wife, became the victim of an attempted aggravated robbery.

    Body Discovered in Fire in Vienna-Penzing

    7.03.2025 In Vienna-Penzing, there was a fire on Thursday. A body was discovered in the affected apartment.

    32-Year-Old Arrested After Attack on 23-Year-Old in Vienna-Landstraße

    7.03.2025 On Thursday, officers from the Landstraße City Police Command were alerted due to an injured person.

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    Vienna Lines Test Hydrogen Bus in March

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    7.03.2025 The test bus from Arthur will be tested until March 26 and provides the Wiener Linien with important data for the next generation of hydrogen buses. The ride is free of charge.

    Major Fire on Farm in Upper Austria Noticed Thanks to Milking Robot

    7.03.2025 In Upper Austria, several animals died in a fire on a farm. It was noticed because of a milking robot.

    Photo Arsenal Vienna Heads Towards Opening

    7.03.2025 On March 21, the opening of the Foto Arsenal Vienna in Landstraße will take place.

    Ex-Wife of David Hasselhoff is Dead

    7.03.2025 The ex-wife of David Hasselhoff, US actress Pamela Bach-Hasselhoff, has passed away.

    Already More ATM Explosions Than in 2024

    7.03.2025 The series of ATM explosions in Austria continues and has already surpassed the numbers for the entire year 2024 with 14 successful and attempted cases this year. A special commission has now been established for clarification.

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    Zoo Schmiding in Upper Austria with Four Meerkat Babies

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    7.03.2025 In the Schmiding Zoo in Krenglbach, Upper Austria, there are now a few weeks old meerkat pups.

    ÖVP Abolishes Itself

    7.03.2025 Guest commentary by Johannes Huber. In Vienna, the People's Party is trying to copy the Freedom Party. This does not do them any good.

    Career Changers and Mobile Phone Ban: These Are Wiederkehr's Plans for Austria's Schools

    7.03.2025 Education Minister Christoph Wiederkehr plans to expand the "Klasse Job" program for career changers to primary schools to counteract the teacher shortage. At the same time, he is aiming for a mobile phone ban and German language support in schools.

    Energy Prices for Households Increased in January

    7.03.2025 The energy prices for domestic households increased by 12.8 percent in January 2025 compared to the previous month, once again driving inflation.

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    Are New Waves of Refugees Expected in Europe?

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    7.03.2025 The call for the dissolution of the "Kurdistan Workers' Party" (PKK) by the imprisoned Kurdish leader Abdullah Öcalan and the power shift in Syria could, according to experts, lead to refugee flows to Europe.

    "Decoding Austria's DNA: How a Tyrolean Researcher Aims to Detect Genetic Diseases Early"

    7.03.2025 The genome project led by Tyrolean researcher Johannes Zschocke aims to capture the "DNA of Austria" to identify and prevent regional hereditary diseases at an early stage. Sequencing over 2,000 individuals is the first step in the project by the Medical University of Innsbruck.

    Amadeus Awards 2025: Ceremony on Friday in Vienna

    7.03.2025 In Vienna, the Amadeus Austrian Music Awards ceremony will take place on Friday. Most nominations go to Bibiza, and the show program includes live performances by Pizzera & Jaus and Josh.

    Career Changers and Mobile Phone Ban: These Are Wiederkehr's Plans for Austria's Schools

    7.03.2025 Education Minister Christoph Wiederkehr plans to expand the "Klasse Job" program for career changers to primary schools to counteract the teacher shortage. At the same time, he is aiming for a mobile phone ban and German language support in schools.

    Career Changers and Mobile Phone Ban: These Are Wiederkehr's Plans for Austria's Schools

    7.03.2025 Education Minister Christoph Wiederkehr plans to expand the "Klasse Job" program for career changers to primary schools to counteract the teacher shortage. At the same time, he is aiming for a mobile phone ban and German language support in schools.

    Late Penalty Prevents Rapid Victory Against Banja Luka

    7.03.2025 In the 92nd minute, football Bundesliga club Rapid Vienna had their victory snatched away in the first leg of the UEFA Europa Conference League round of 16 against Borac Banja Luka on Thursday.

    Holzleitner before Women's Day: "Yes, I am a Feminist"

    6.03.2025 At a media event ahead of Women's Day, the new Minister for Women, Eva-Maria Holzleitner (SPÖ), described herself as a feminist.

    First Budget Consolidation Measures Initiated

    6.03.2025 Shortly before the special session of the National Council tomorrow, Friday, the Budget Committee today initiated the first budget consolidation measures of the new government.

    Dogs and Drones in Action: Police Searched for Killed Birds of Prey

    6.03.2025 More than 20 people, four search dogs, and two drones searched for illegally killed birds of prey in Burgenland on Wednesday.

    Recall at Lidl: Plastic Foreign Objects Possible in "Crownfield Fruit Bars"

    6.03.2025 Lidl Austria recalls the "Crownfield Fruit Bar Banana-Strawberry" due to possible plastic foreign objects. The manufacturer Nutrisun has classified the product as potentially dangerous and removed it from sale.

    Humidifier Instead of Lip Balm: Effective Alternatives for Chapped Lips

    6.03.2025 Lip balms can often do more harm than good for chapped lips, while a humidifier combined with improved hydration offers a gentle alternative.

    130-Meter Fall in Tyrol: Identity of the Deceased Known

    6.03.2025 After a fatal mountain accident in Tyrol, there is now information about the identity of the deceased.

    Yannick Shetty Takes Over as NEOS Club Leader

    6.03.2025 Yannick Shetty steps into the shoes of Beate Meinl-Reisinger as the club leader of the NEOS.

    ATM Blown Up in Graz: Search for Perpetrators

    6.03.2025 In Graz-Eggenberg, an ATM was blown up on the night of Thursday. The perpetrators are on the run, the police are searching and reviewing video footage.

    Viennese ESC Duo Abor & Tynna on Competing for Germany: "The Bar is Not High"

    6.03.2025 The Viennese duo Abor & Tynna will represent Germany at the ESC 2025. In the interview, they talk about success, ambition, and their biggest fan.

    "Now Listen to Us": NEOS with Kitchen Appliance on Vienna's Mariahilfer Street

    6.03.2025 The NEOS were active on Vienna's Mariahilfer Street ahead of International Women's Day. A stove was also used in the process.

    Brutal Knife Attack in Front of Vienna School: 16-Year-Old Stabbed Fellow Student

    6.03.2025 In front of a middle school in Vienna-Favoriten, there was an altercation between two teenagers on Thursday, which ended in a knife attack.

    Criticism of Rosenkranz: President of the National Council Poses in Front of Nazi Mural

    6.03.2025 On Thursday, criticism from the SPÖ and the Greens was directed at National Council President Walter Rosenkranz (FPÖ), as he had himself photographed several times in front of a mural by the Nazi artist Rudolf Eisenmenger, which had been covered for years, in his office.

    Up to 21 Degrees: Perfect Weather This Weekend

    6.03.2025 The sunny and mild weather continues into the weekend, with temperatures climbing up to 21 degrees. Only from Monday will clouds bring some rain in the south.

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    Comeback by Mayer? Decision Made

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    6.03.2025 A decision has been made regarding a potential comeback of ski Olympic champion Matthias Mayer.

    Regulations Ignored: Major Construction Site in Vienna-Rudolfsheim Closed

    6.03.2025 A major construction site in Vienna-Rudolfsheim was shut down by the authorities after multiple violations of building regulations and illegal employment relationships.

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    Eurovision Song Contest 2025: Commotion Over Song from Malta

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    6.03.2025 Malta plans to impress at this year's Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) with a song in the Maltese language. However, the entry is already causing a stir before the competition in May in Basel.

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    Sun, Stelze, Schweizerhaus: Traditional Venue in the Vienna Prater Looks Forward to New Season

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    6.03.2025 Spring is returning, and that also means the season opening of the Vienna Schweizerhaus is just around the corner. On the 15th, the Kolarik family will welcome the first guests of the year with live music.

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    Eurovision Song Contest 2025: Austria Among the Favorites with "Wasted Love"

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    6.03.2025 On Thursday, Austria's song for the Eurovision Song Contest, to be held in May in Basel, was presented. "Wasted Love" by JJ immediately generated excitement not only online.

    Ruthless Red Pencil: ORF Must Save Millions

    6.03.2025 The new government plans to cap the ORF fee until 2029. ORF Director General Roland Weißmann sees this as a financial challenge and announces savings of 220 million euros.

    Vienna Plan Presented: How the City Will Change by 2035

    6.03.2025 The Vienna city government has presented the draft of the City Development Plan 2035, which focuses on sustainability and green urban development, aiming to use existing areas efficiently. This is to ensure the city is well-prepared for the expected population growth to 2.2 million people.

    Austria's Athletics Shows: Women Have a Place in Elite Sports

    6.03.2025 In Austrian athletics, women are increasingly present not only as athletes but also as coaches and officials.

    SPÖ Finance Minister Marterbauer Wants to Make Energy Companies Pay

    6.03.2025 A draft by the new Finance Minister Markus Marterbauer (SPÖ) includes, in addition to the extension of the energy crisis contribution agreed in the coalition program of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS, an extra tax for energy companies.

    SPÖ Finance Minister Marterbauer Wants to Make Energy Companies Pay

    6.03.2025 A draft by the new Finance Minister Markus Marterbauer (SPÖ) includes, in addition to the extension of the energy crisis contribution agreed upon in the coalition program of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS, an extra tax for energy companies.

    New on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video & Co.: The Streaming Releases from March 10 to 23

    6.03.2025 From March 10 to 23, there are many new film and series releases on the streaming platforms Netflix, Disney+, Sky, Amazon Prime Video, and Paramount+. Here is an overview of all the releases.

    Half-Naked Person on Innsbruck Runway in "Psychological Exceptional State"

    6.03.2025 The man who reached the airport runway with a bare torso on Wednesday is now in the Innsbruck clinic. He now faces legal consequences.