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  • Mass Layoff at EPA: US Government Retracts Trump Statement

    27.02.2025 A US government spokeswoman retracts President Donald Trump's statement that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) plans to lay off 65 percent of its staff.

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    Signa: Insolvency Administrator Failed with Lawsuit Against Benko Parent Company

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    27.02.2025 The mother of Signa founder René Benko, Ingeborg Benko, has achieved a legal victory in the case concerning her role as the primary founder of two private foundations.

    NS Collector in Ried Convicted: Two Years Imprisonment for 59-Year-Old

    27.02.2025 On Thursday, a 59-year-old was sentenced to an additional two years in prison at the Ried Regional Court for the dissemination of National Socialist content and possession of a large number of Nazi memorabilia. The sentence is not yet legally binding.

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    Economy: Companies' Expectations Have Deteriorated

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    27.02.2025 In February, the expectations of companies for the economy in Austria have dimmed.

    Government Program: Social Partners and NGOs with Mixed Reactions

    27.02.2025 The government program of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS receives mixed reactions.

    Three-Party Coalition Stands: These Ministries Are Received by ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS

    27.02.2025 ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS have agreed on the distribution of ministries alongside the government program. The new federal government comprises a total of 14 ministries and seven state secretariats.

    Free Crepes at Release Party for New Song by Robert F. in Vienna

    27.02.2025 On the upcoming Friday, February 28, 2025, at 4 PM, the official release party for the new song "Monalisa" by influencer and musician Robert F. (alias Robert Erobert) will take place.

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    New Government: Voices from the Federal States

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    27.02.2025 The provincial governors have reacted positively to the government program of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS.

    New Coalition Breaks Government Bench: Solution Found

    28.02.2025 As of today, it is clear: More personnel in parliament also requires more space. To accommodate the 21 government seats of the three-party coalition, new, narrower chairs are now needed.

    Survey: These Are the Fasting Habits of Austrians

    27.02.2025 In the annual "Marienkron Fasting Survey," they conduct a representative study (1,000 respondents) across Austria to collect current data on health, nutrition, diets, and fasting.

    Asylum, Social Assistance, Rent: The Government Program in Detail

    27.02.2025 Austria's first three-party coalition consisting of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS is confirmed. The parties presented their government program on Thursday titled "Do the Right Thing Now. For Austria". We have the content and all topics in detail.

    Vienna Women's Employment Foundation Helps Unemployed Women

    3.03.2025 In Vienna, a women's employment foundation for unemployed women without vocational training was established. Its goal is to support the reintegration into the workforce.

    After Terror in Villach: Carinthian State Parliament Demands Stricter Laws

    27.02.2025 In a special session, the deputies debated the consequences of the terrorist attack. The discussion was marked by demands for tougher measures and a call for a factual debate.

    Court Extends Pre-Trial Detention for Benko

    27.02.2025 The pre-trial detention for Signa founder René Benko continues. The Vienna Regional Court announced on Thursday the extension of the pre-trial detention, the decision is not legally binding.

    Latest Educational Needs Analysis Presented

    27.02.2025 On Thursday, the biennial educational needs analysis was presented.

    Bus Driver Collective Agreement - Mutual Accusations Made

    27.02.2025 In the months-long conflict over the collective agreement for bus drivers, the next strike is planned for tomorrow, Friday.

    Government Pact Still Lacks Green Light

    27.02.2025 After the presentation on Thursday, the coalition pact of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS still needs to receive the green light from the party committees.

    Green Party Leader Kogler Wishes Three-Party Coalition "Much Success"

    27.02.2025 Green Party leader Werner Kogler has welcomed the formation of the new government positively. He wishes it "much success" and looks forward to working together in parliament with pleasure.

    Police Large Deployment Ensures Safety of Opera Ball Guests

    27.02.2025 While the Vienna Opera Ball shines in full splendor on Thursday evening, extensive security measures are taking place in and around the State Opera in the background.

    ```html New Week Begins with Sunny Weather ```

    27.02.2025 The weather will be dry in the coming days and sunny at the start of the week. On Friday, a few showers are expected, with the most rain in the south and central parts of the country, predicted Geosphere Austria on Thursday.

    Police Stop Speeding E-Scooter Driver in Vienna-Floridsdorf

    27.02.2025 A 22-year-old was stopped in Vienna-Floridsdorf after he was traveling too fast on his e-scooter.

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    New Government: Voices from the Federal States

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    27.02.2025 The provincial governors have reacted positively to the government program of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS.

    Court Extends Pre-Trial Detention for Benko

    27.02.2025 The pre-trial detention for Signa founder René Benko continues. The Vienna Regional Court announced on Thursday the extension of the pre-trial detention, the decision is not legally binding.

    Asylum, Social Assistance, Rent: The Government Program in Detail

    27.02.2025 Austria's first three-party coalition consisting of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS is confirmed. The parties presented their government program on Thursday titled "Do the Right Thing Now. For Austria". We have the content and all topics in detail.

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    Shooting in Vienna-Donaustadt: Mother and Son Attacked Police Officer

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    27.02.2025 An 18-year-old and his 43-year-old mother attacked police officers after they were alerted due to alleged blank shots.

    Two Drug Dealers Arrested in Vienna-Favoriten

    27.02.2025 On Tuesday afternoon, two suspected drug dealers were arrested in Vienna-Favoriten and taken to a correctional facility.

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    Drunk Man Attacked Woman and Dog in Vienna Prater with Aluminum Rod

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    27.02.2025 Early Wednesday morning, the police were alerted due to a violent dispute in the Vienna Prater.

    "Do the Right Thing Now. For Austria": This is the Government Program of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS

    27.02.2025 ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS have formed a three-party coalition and presented the coalition pact in Parliament on Thursday. Planned are budget consolidation without EU deficit procedures, stricter asylum laws, relief for tenants, and a basic child security.

    Three-Party Coalition Stands: These Ministries Are Received by ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS

    27.02.2025 ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS have agreed on the distribution of ministries alongside the government program. The new federal government comprises a total of 14 ministries and seven state secretariats.

    Why is a Winged Pig Hanging on a New Residential Building in Vienna?

    27.02.2025 Have you already discovered the winged lucky pig on a residential building in Vienna-Gersthof? Yes, that is art.

    "Do the Right Thing Now. For Austria": This is the Government Program of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS

    27.02.2025 ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS have formed a three-party coalition and presented the coalition pact in Parliament on Thursday. Planned are budget consolidation without EU deficit procedures, stricter asylum laws, relief for tenants, and a basic child security.

    After Agreement on Three-Party Coalition: FPÖ Leader Kickl Wonders What Is Possible

    27.02.2025 FPÖ leader Kickl was surprised on Thursday by the presentation of the black-red-pink government program.

    Austrian Army Recruit in Coma in Vienna Hospital After Suspected Meningitis

    28.02.2025 A 21-year-old recruit from Burgenland, who has been a basic military service member with the Guard since January 7, has been treated with very high fever at the Landstraße Clinic in Vienna since Tuesday noon.

    Asylum, Social Assistance, Rent: The Government Program in Detail

    27.02.2025 Austria's first three-party coalition consisting of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS is confirmed. The parties presented their government program on Thursday titled "Do the Right Thing Now. For Austria". We have the content and all topics in detail.

    Asylum, Social Assistance, Rent: The Government Program in Detail

    27.02.2025 Austria's first three-party coalition consisting of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS is confirmed. The parties presented their government program on Thursday titled "Do the Right Thing Now. For Austria". We have the content and all topics in detail.

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    New Government: Voices from the Federal States

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    27.02.2025 The provincial governors have reacted positively to the government program of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS.

    Asylum, Social Assistance, Rent: The Government Program in Detail

    27.02.2025 Austria's first three-party coalition consisting of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS is confirmed. The parties presented their government program on Thursday titled "Do the Right Thing Now. For Austria". We have the content and all topics in detail.

    Asylum, Social Assistance, Rent: The Government Program in Detail

    27.02.2025 Austria's first three-party coalition consisting of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS is confirmed. The parties presented their government program on Thursday titled "Do the Right Thing Now. For Austria". We have the content and all topics in detail.

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    ECJ: Credit Ratings Must Become More Transparent

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    27.02.2025 Consumers have the right to know how their credit rating is determined. This was decided by the European Court of Justice (ECJ) in a ruling published on Thursday.

    Asylum, Social Assistance, Rent: The Government Program in Detail

    27.02.2025 Austria's first three-party coalition consisting of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS is confirmed. The parties presented their government program on Thursday titled "Do the Right Thing Now. For Austria". We have the content and all topics in detail.

    Asylum, Social Assistance, Rent: The Government Program in Detail

    27.02.2025 Austria's first three-party coalition consisting of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS is confirmed. The parties presented their government program on Thursday titled "Do the Right Thing Now. For Austria". We have the content and all topics in detail.

    Asylum, Social Assistance, Rent: The Government Program in Detail

    27.02.2025 Austria's first three-party coalition consisting of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS is confirmed. The parties presented their government program on Thursday titled "Do the Right Thing Now. For Austria". We have the content and all topics in detail.

    "Do the Right Thing Now. For Austria": This is the Government Program of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS

    27.02.2025 ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS have formed a three-party coalition and presented the coalition pact in Parliament on Thursday. Planned measures include budget consolidation without an EU deficit procedure, stricter asylum laws, relief for tenants, and a basic child security.

    Asylum, Social Assistance, Rent: The Government Program in Detail

    27.02.2025 Austria's first three-party coalition consisting of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS is confirmed. The parties presented their government program on Thursday titled "Do the Right Thing Now. For Austria". We have the content and all topics in detail.

    Asylum, Social Assistance, Rent: The Government Program in Detail

    27.02.2025 Austria's first three-party coalition consisting of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS is confirmed. The parties presented their government program on Thursday titled "Do the Right Thing Now. For Austria". We have the content and all topics in detail.

    Asylum, Social Assistance, Rent: The Government Program in Detail

    27.02.2025 Austria's first three-party coalition consisting of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS is confirmed. The parties presented their government program on Thursday titled "Do the Right Thing Now. For Austria". We have the content and all topics in detail.

    Government Program: What's Coming in Party Funding

    27.02.2025 The government program presented on Thursday also addresses party funding.

    Gironcoli's Legacy: Monumental Sculpture Models for the State Collections of Lower Austria

    27.02.2025 The State Collections of Lower Austria record a significant addition: 19 monumental sculpture models by the artist Bruno Gironcoli, who passed away in 2010, are being added to their collection.

    Women in Politics and Management Still Underrepresented

    3.03.2025 The second Gender Equality Index of the Foresight Institute for the Association of Cities and the Chamber of Labor shows an underrepresentation of women in politics and management.

    "Murder on Ex" in Vienna: True Crime as a Live Spectacle

    27.02.2025 The successful true crime podcast "Mord auf Ex" filled the Vienna Stadthalle with a spectacular show.

    Dispute Over State Aid for Nuclear Power Plant Paks II: Partial Victory for Austria

    27.02.2025 Austria has achieved a partial victory in the dispute over state aid for the Hungarian nuclear power plant Paks II.

    Styria Show at Vienna's Heldenplatz: Construction of the Pavilions

    27.02.2025 The pavilions of this year's Steiermark Schau are being set up for a preview at Vienna's Heldenplatz.

    1.2 Million Won: Lotto Sixer Goes to Vienna

    27.02.2025 Wednesday evening, a solo lottery sixer went to Vienna. With the twelfth and last quick pick on the lottery ticket, the winner secured 1.2 million euros.

    NOW LIVE: ÖVP, SPÖ and NEOS Present Government Program

    27.02.2025 The party leaders of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS present their government program. We will report live from 11:00 AM.

    First Three-Party Coalition in Austria is Set

    27.02.2025 The first three-party coalition of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS is established. The government program will be presented at 11 a.m. in Parliament. Vienna's City Councillor for Finance, Hanke, is likely to become Minister of Infrastructure.

    Oscar Winner Gene Hackman and Wife Betsy Arakawa Found Dead

    27.02.2025 The American Hollywood actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa were found dead in their home in the US state of New Mexico.

    Cosmetics Market Grows, Natural Cosmetics Lose Popularity

    27.02.2025 Despite increasing spending on cosmetics and personal care products, there are declines in the area of natural cosmetics.

    Carinthian Attacked Wife with Knife: Son Prevented Worse

    27.02.2025 On Wednesday, there was a case of domestic violence in Carinthia. A 63-year-old man attacked his 48-year-old wife with a kitchen knife. Their son was able to prevent worse from happening.