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Angelobung der Regierung ging über die Bühne.

Austria's New Government Sworn in by Van der Bellen

3.03.2025 More than five months after the National Council election, the new federal government was sworn in at the beginning of the week.

Oscar Gala 2025: All Photos from the Ceremony

3.03.2025 Brody received his first Oscar in 2003 for his role in the Holocaust drama "The Pianist." At the end of his long acceptance speech, he became political this time and said: "Once again, I am here to expose the ongoing traumas and impacts of war and systematic oppression, of anti-Semitism, racism, and self-determination." He prayed "for a healthier, happier, and more inclusive world. And I believe if the past can teach us anything, it is the reminder not to let hatred run unchecked."

Tod von Bundesheer-Rekrut bekannt geworden.

Federal Army Recruit Dead After Suspected Meningitis

3.03.2025 After a suspected case of meningitis, a conscript is no longer alive. The military itself learned of the man's death on Monday.

Unemployment Rose in February

3.03.2025 An increase in unemployment was brought by this year's February.

Live-Stream zur Angelobung der neuen Regierung ab 11.00 Uhr.

Swearing-In of New Government in Live Stream

3.03.2025 New week, new government: Federal President Alexander Van der Bellen will conduct the swearing-in of the turquoise-red-pink coalition on Monday - watch it live from 11:00 AM on VIENNA.at.

Unemployment Increased in February

3.03.2025 An increase in unemployment was brought by this year's February.

Fire in Lower Austria: Two People Rescued

3.03.2025 In a fire at a house in Langenlebarn, a part of Tulln, two people were rescued on Sunday evening.

Unemployment Rose in February

3.03.2025 An increase in unemployment was brought by this year's February.

Unemployment Continued to Rise in February

3.03.2025 The climb in unemployment figures in Austria continued in February.

Inflation im Jänner noch bei 3,2 Prozent.

Inflation Climbed to 3.3 Percent in February

3.03.2025 The inflation rate in Austria rose to 3.3 percent in February, up from 3.2 percent at the beginning of the year.

Unemployment Continued to Rise in February

3.03.2025 The climb in unemployment figures in Austria continued in February.

Adrien Brody at the Oscars with Gum Action

3.03.2025 Oscar winner Adrien Brody (51) created a light-hearted moment just before his acceptance speech at the award ceremony.

Der Notarzt konnte dem 45-Jährigen nicht mehr helfen.

OÖ: Woman Found Dead Brother in Bull Pen

3.03.2025 In Upper Austria, a 45-year-old farmer was found dead in a barn over the weekend.

VCÖ-Expertin: "Belastung durch Feinstaub und Stickstoffdioxid ist aus Gesundheitssicht nach wie vor zu hoch"

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Air Pollution: Limit Values in Austria Frequently Missed
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3.03.2025 A large portion of the nitrogen dioxide and PM2.5 fine particulate matter measuring stations did not remain below the WHO guidelines in 2024 in this country.

Indie Film "Anora" Sweeps at the 97th Oscars: All 2025 Winners at a Glance

3.03.2025 The indie film "Anora" is the big winner of the 97th Oscars. The tragicomedy about a sex worker secured the top category Best Picture at the gala in Hollywood and managed to win a total of five awards from six nominations. An overview of all the winners.

Grüngleis nennt man Gleiskörper mit bepflanzter Gleiseindeckung.

Green Tracks in Vienna: Emergency Services Often an Obstacle for Greening

3.03.2025 Trams are considered an environmentally friendly means of transport, but their potential for a greener city has so far been only limitedly utilized in Vienna.

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Vienna Wants to Reform Markets: Less Junk, More Food

3.03.2025 The Vienna markets are set to focus more on food in the future and offer fewer holiday souvenirs or cheap clothing.

LIVE von der Oscar-Verleihung 2025 in Los Angeles.

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2.03.2025 On the night of March 3rd, it will be exciting once again: All eyes are on the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, where the prestigious Oscars will be awarded for the 97th time. In our live ticker, we report on the stars on the Red Carpet, the Oscar ceremony, and of course, all the winners.

In der Steiermark wurden zwei Leichen entdeckt.

Family Tragedy in Styria: Two Men Found Dead

2.03.2025 In the western Styrian town of Bärnbach, two men were found dead in a workshop hall. The police are investigating on suspicion of murder and suicide.

So wird das Wetter in der kommenden Woche.

Up to 20 Degrees: Coming Week Will Be Sunny and Mild

2.03.2025 According to the Geosphere forecast from Sunday, the coming week will be sunny and mild.

Die Vorgänge in der Deponie waren mehrmals von Greenpeace kritisiert worden.

Illegal Deposits: St. Pölten Landfill Could Be Cleared

2.03.2025 In the case concerning a landfill in St. Pölten, which was closed due to possible illegal deposits, there are now new findings.

Ein Streit in einem Restaurant in Wien-Favoriten endete mit einer Festnahme.

Conflict in Restaurant in Vienna-Favoriten Escalated: Arrest After Knife Threat

2.03.2025 On Saturday evening, a police operation took place in a restaurant in Vienna-Favoriten after a dispute between a 22-year-old guest and the restaurant staff escalated.

Das österreichische Duo Abor & Tynna wird für Deutschland beim Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) antreten.

Viennese Duo Abor & Tynna Represents Germany at the ESC

2.03.2025 At the Eurovision Song Contest (ESC), the Austrian duo Abor & Tynna will represent Germany.

Zwei ehemalige IS-Anhängerinnen sind zurück in Österreich.

Two Former IS Supporters Brought Back to Austria

3.03.2025 On Saturday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Vienna repatriated two former IS supporters along with their children back to Austria in a retrieval operation.

Ein Teenager wurde in St. Pölten durch einen Böllerwurf verletzt.

13-Year-Old Injured by Firecracker Throw in St. Pölten

2.03.2025 On Friday, unknown perpetrators injured a 13-year-old at a bus stop in St. Pölten by throwing a firecracker.

In Wien kam es gleich zu zwei schweren Verkehrsunfällen.

Two Serious Traffic Accidents on the Vienna Belt in One Night

2.03.2025 In the night from Saturday to Sunday, two serious traffic accidents occurred within an hour on the Vienna Beltway, keeping the professional fire brigade busy.

Die Pinke Basis stimmte für die NEOS-Regierungsbeteiligung.

Swearing-In Confirmed: NEOS Members Say Yes to Government Participation

2.03.2025 The NEOS member assembly has voted for a coalition with ÖVP and SPÖ. On Sunday, the 211-page coalition program was approved with 94.13 percent of the votes.

Swearing-In Confirmed: NEOS Members Say Yes to Government Participation

2.03.2025 The NEOS member assembly has voted for a coalition with ÖVP and SPÖ. On Sunday, the 211-page coalition program was approved with 94.13 percent of the votes.

Die beiden Tatverdächtigen gab an, durch eine offenstehende Vitrine ins Geschäft gekommen zu sein.

Youths Reported After Break-In at Vienna Store

2.03.2025 In Vienna, two teenagers were arrested after breaking into a shop at Stephansplatz.

Für welche und wie viele Drohungen der Verdächtige konkret verantwortlich sein könnte, ist unklar.

Bomb Threats in Austria: Suspected Swiss National Still Not in Custody

2.03.2025 The Swiss man suspected of having sent numerous bomb threats against several Austrian institutions last autumn is still at large.

Shoplifter Arrested in Vienna-Alsergrund

2.03.2025 The police were able to arrest a shoplifter in Vienna-Alsergrund.

Meinl-Reisinger, die als Außenministerin vorgesehen ist, sprach von einem "historischen Moment" für NEOS und für Österreich.

Meinl-Reisinger Advocated for Planned Black-Red-Pink Three-Party Coalition

2.03.2025 On Sunday, NEOS leader Beate Meinl-Reisinger advocated to the party base for the planned black-red-pink three-party coalition.

Auf Anordnung der Staatsanwaltschaft Wien wurde gegen die 50-Jährige wegen des Verdachts des Widerstands gegen die Staatsgewalt Anzeige erstattet.

After Dispute Between Spouses in Vienna-Favoriten: Woman Injured Police Officer

2.03.2025 In the night leading to Friday, the police were alerted due to a loud argument between a married couple in an apartment in Vienna-Favoriten.

Sandwich Thief in Vienna-Margareten Threatened Security Staff with Knife

2.03.2025 The police in Vienna-Margareten were alerted after a security employee observed a man stealing several sandwiches from a store.

Das Landeskriminalamt Wien hat weitere Ermittlungen übernommen.

Explosive Suspicious Object Found in Vienna-Leopoldstadt

2.03.2025 On Saturday, the police were alerted when a passerby found a suspicious object in the area of Jesuitenwiese in Vienna-Leopoldstadt in the afternoon.

Die Ergebnisse eines gerichtsmedizinischen Gutachtens und einer DNA-Analyse waren noch ausständig.

Body Found in Suitcase in Vienna-Favoriten: Police Suspect Violent Crime

2.03.2025 On Saturday, following the discovery of a body in a suitcase on Quellenstraße in Vienna-Favoriten on Friday afternoon, no new investigation results were initially known.

Laut Parteistatut ist eine Zweidrittel-Mehrheit nötig, die Teilnahme ist vor Ort oder digital möglich.

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2.03.2025 Even though the three-party coalition of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS has already publicly presented its program along with personnel details, it must overcome one last hurdle on Sunday.

Der Schilling feiert seinen 100. Geburtstag.

"Alpine Dollar" with History: 100 Years Ago the Schilling Came to Austria

2.03.2025 Exactly 100 years ago, on March 1, 1925, Austria received a new currency: the Schilling. It replaced the Krone, which was plagued by hyperinflation, and quickly became a symbol of economic stability. The "Alpine Dollar" remained in circulation, with a brief interruption, until the introduction of the Euro in 2002 – and to this day, almost 7 billion Schilling have not been exchanged.

Eine Analyse zeigt: Österreichs Städte verwenden zu viel Streusalz.

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2.03.2025 An analysis by Greenpeace shows that many Austrian cities use excessive amounts of road salt. Innsbruck, St. Pölten, Linz, and Bregenz were particularly mentioned as negative examples, with only two state capitals scoring points for more economical use.

Vergesst Frustessen – Schlemmen ist ein Glücksritual.

Study Reveals: Snacking and Streaming as True Survival Strategies During Lockdown

2.03.2025 During the lockdown, many people turned to sweet or salty foods and spent more time in front of screens. A new study now shows that this so-called comfort consumption was less about stress or frustration and more about stabilizing positive moods.