ORF Parts Ways with Editor After Anti-Semitism Scandal
22.08.2025 The ORF and editor Robert Gordon have agreed to terminate the service contract after a Facebook post earlier this week triggered accusations of anti-Semitism. This was announced in a joint statement on Friday.
Rapid Vienna: "Are Very Happy with the Squad"
22.08.2025 Rapid Vienna's Sporting Director Markus Katzer on the summer transfers, the squad of the football record champion, and Martin Ndzie.
Vienna's Police Chief Pürstl: Weapon Prohibition Zones Effective During Controls
22.08.2025 State Police President Pürstl stated on Friday that weapon prohibition zones are only effective if they are strictly controlled. He again advocated for a general ban on carrying weapons and shared that he had received signals that this could be legally anchored in the fall.
WIFO sees continued tense situation in domestic retail
22.08.2025 The domestic trade is showing a subdued mood. Consumers are somewhat more optimistic, but the assessment of businesses remains low, according to a WIFO study for the Trade Association. Private consumption expenditures are expected to increase by only 0.4 percent in real terms in 2025, while the savings rate remains at 10.8 percent.
Frank "Buschi" Buschmann ends his time at "Ninja Warrior Germany"
22.08.2025 After ten years, Frank "Buschi" Buschmann is leaving "Ninja Warrior Germany." The anniversary season in the fall will be his last – but the host is already planning new projects.
Crash with Truck Ended Fatally on the A11
22.08.2025 In a serious traffic accident on the Karawanken Motorway (A11), a 53-year-old woman lost her life early Friday morning.
NEOS Politician Allegedly Abused 13-Year-Old: Resignation
22.08.2025 The public prosecutor's office in Graz is investigating a former NEOS official from Styria on suspicion of a sexual offense. The initial suspicion has been confirmed, it was said on Friday.
RH Criticism of Investment Company "Proud of Vienna"
22.08.2025 The Court of Audit (RH) criticizes the investment company "Proud of Vienna," which was founded during the coronavirus pandemic, and criticizes the lack of transparency and overly generous application of selection criteria. "Proud of Vienna" was intended to temporarily support companies and was invested in various sectors, including gastronomy, retail, and the jewelry industry.
10 Projects at Once: Wiederkehr Has Big Plans for the New School Year
22.08.2025
Education Minister Christoph Wiederkehr presented ten measures for more educational equity before the start of the school year in Eastern Austria: from the expansion of German language support to digital education.
Woman in Vienna-Simmering Injured by Ex-Partner
22.08.2025 Because he noticed loud screaming from an apartment in Vienna-Simmering, a neighbor alerted the authorities this week.
Court Presentation Escalates: Police Must Restrain 45-Year-Old in Vienna-Ottakring
22.08.2025 During a court-ordered presentation, a police operation with violent resistance occurred on Wednesday in Vienna-Ottakring. Two officers were injured.
Vienna-Landstraße: 45-Year-Old Threw Objects from Balcony and Attacked Police Officers
22.08.2025 A 45-year-old Austrian citizen allegedly threw several objects from his balcony onto the street in Vienna-Landstraße on Thursday.
Deadly Police Operation in Völklingen: Alleged Perpetrator is Only 18
22.08.2025 During an operation following a gas station robbery in Völklingen, a 34-year-old police officer was shot dead. The alleged perpetrator, an 18-year-old, snatched the officer's service weapon and fired multiple times.
Burglar Took a Nap in Vienna Office Building
22.08.2025 A cleaning staff discovered a sleeping man in the entrance area of an office building in Vienna-Simmering on Thursday morning. The police later found additional suspicious items – including a stolen bicycle and narcotics.
Fatality in Accident on Vienna Outer Ring Highway
22.08.2025 On Thursday, a 56-year-old man died in a rear-end collision on the Vienna Outer Ring Motorway (A21).
First Program Highlights of the 63rd Viennale
22.08.2025 Even though climate change is shaking some supposedly established meteorological truths, one thing remains constant: At the end of summer, the Viennale offers a preview of the edition that begins in the fall.
Jimi Blue Ochsenknecht: Sentenced to 18,000 Euro Fine
22.08.2025 The actor Jimi Blue Ochsenknecht was sentenced to a fine of 18,000 euros in Innsbruck due to an unpaid hotel bill. An arrest warrant and a detention preceded the proceedings.
Are We a Money Laundering Paradise? Report Criticizes Austria
22.08.2025 An upcoming report by the Financial Action Task Force criticizes Austria's insufficient measures in the fight against money laundering, with the country narrowly avoiding placement on the "grey list."
Millie Bobby Brown adopts first child with Jake Bongiovi
22.08.2025 Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi have adopted their first child. The actress and the son of Jon Bon Jovi announced the news in a joint statement.Crash with Truck Ended Fatally on the A11
22.08.2025 In a serious traffic accident on the Karawanken Motorway (A11), a woman lost her life early Friday morning.
Tradition Break in the Vatican: Leo XIV Moves into Shared Apartment in the Palace
22.08.2025 Pope Leo XIV plans to move into the official residence in the Apostolic Palace together with four companions. In doing so, he breaks with a long-standing tradition and sets a sign for community in the Vatican.
Circus Tent Set Up for Strauss Music Spectacle "Cagliostro" at Vienna's Heumarkt
22.08.2025 On Thursday, the large tent of the Circus-Theater Roncalli was set up at the Vienna Heumarkt. It is ready for the world premiere "Cagliostro - Johann Strauss in the Circus Tent" to be shown from September 10.
Better Sleep Through Exercise? This Study Shows Which Exercise Works Best
22.08.2025 A new meta-analysis shows: High-intensity yoga can alleviate sleep disorders particularly effectively – even more so than walking or strength training. Just 30 minutes per week is enough.
Emirates: Why Power Bank Usage Will Be Banned in October
22.08.2025 From October 1, 2025, Emirates will prohibit the use of power banks on board. The measure aims to enhance safety and prevent fires caused by overheated batteries.
Discount Allegations Against Supermarkets: WKÖ Rejects Criticism
22.08.2025 The Chamber of Commerce defends itself against the accusations from the Ministry of Social Affairs that food corporations are deceiving their customers with misleading discount promotions.
61-Year-Old Woman Killed in Leoben: Partner Confessed
22.08.2025 After the violent death of a 61-year-old woman in Leoben, her 64-year-old partner has confessed to the crime. The background remains unclear.
Accident on the A1 in Lower Austria Resulted in Six Injuries
22.08.2025 On the West Autobahn, an accident occurred on Thursday in which six people, including three children, were injured.
Roadblock After Rockfall in the Krems District
22.08.2025 The Aggsteiner Straße in the Krems district had to be closed after a rockfall on Thursday evening.
Simply anti-Islamic
22.08.2025 Guest Commentary by Johannes Huber. The reactions of the Blues and Blacks to the "Sharia Verdict" are very telling. Anything related to Islam, according to them, can only be bad.
Giveaway for the Cinema Release of "22 Bahnen"
22.08.2025 On September 4th, the drama "22 Bahnen" will premiere in cinemas across Austria. To celebrate the film's release, we have a great giveaway for you.
Debate About WC Fees in Vienna: Are Women Disadvantaged?
22.08.2025 In Vienna, urinals are free of charge, while fees are sometimes charged for toilet cubicles. This has led to criticism of the lack of gender equality in public spaces.
Ukraine Summit: Putin Could Receive Immunity in Vienna
22.08.2025 A peace summit on Ukraine could, according to President Zelensky, take place in Vienna – despite an arrest warrant against Vladimir Putin. The Foreign Ministry considers immunity possible.
NEOS brake: Pensions should increase below inflation
22.08.2025 The NEOS advocate for a pension adjustment in 2026 below the inflation rate – for reasons of budget discipline and social accuracy.
Conference-League-Quali is on the line for Rapid Wien after 1:2 against ETO Györ
22.08.2025 Rapid Vienna faces a challenging task in the play-off for the Football Conference League after their first defeat of the season against ETO Györ. The Viennese team must overturn the 1-2 result from the first leg in Hungary next week to advance to the league phase.
Light Earthquake in Styria
22.08.2025 In the area of Unzmarkt in the Styrian district of Murtal, the earth trembled slightly on Thursday.
Construction Work for Supergrätzl in Vienna-Favoriten in Full Swing
25.08.2025 A Touch of Barcelona in Vienna-Favoriten: Modeled after the Spanish superblocks, Vienna's first supergrätzl is currently being developed in the 10th district, characterized by extensive greening and traffic calming."A(u)stronaut" Franz Viehböck turns 65
22.08.2025"Peacock - Am I Real?": Austria's Entry for the Oscars 2026 is Set
21.08.2025 Austria sends Bernhard Wenger's film "Peacock - Am I Real?" into the race in the Best International Film category. The film about an anti-hero, played by Albrecht Schuch, is set to impress at the Oscars. Schuch received the Austrofilm Award for Best Actor for his performance.
Climate Bonus, School Start Assistance & Co.: Ukrainian Refugees Should Repay Money
21.08.2025 In Lower Austria, Ukrainian refugees have received letters demanding repayments of several thousand euros. While the Greens are calling for clarification, FPÖ Regional Councilor Martin Antauer defends the measure.
Pro-Palestine Activists Storm ORF Center at Vienna's Küniglberg
21.08.2025 Pro-Palestine activists prompted a police operation at the ORF center on Vienna's Küniglberg on Thursday afternoon.
Ibiza Column: Scheuba Fails with Appeal
21.08.2025 The Higher Regional Court of Vienna has upheld the conviction of satirist Florian Scheuba for defamation. They now intend to continue legally challenging this decision.
Blockage and Traffic Jam After Fatal Truck Crash on the A21 in Lower Austria
21.08.2025 After a truck accident, the A21 in Lower Austria had to be closed in the direction of Vienna on Thursday.
Protest Against Closure of Emergency Doctor Stations in Lower Austria
21.08.2025 The state government plans to reduce the number of emergency doctor bases in Lower Austria from 32 to 21 by 2027. Resistance is now forming in several communities.
Uniform Rules for Security: Law in Progress
21.08.2025 State Protection Secretary Jörg Leichtfried wants to uniformly regulate the private security industry in Austria. A draft law is expected to go into coordination in the fall.
Green "No" to the Planned E-Economy Law
21.08.2025 Green Party leader Leonore Gewessler sharply criticizes the current draft of the Electricity Industry Act. She sees the energy transition being hindered and calls on Energy Minister Wolfgang Hattmannsdorfer to make improvements.
71-Year-Old Ejected from Car and Killed in Accident in Pinzgau
21.08.2025 A fatal traffic accident occurred on Wednesday in Niedernsill in the Salzburg Pinzgau region.
"Pfau - Am I Real?": Austria's Entry for Oscars 2026 is Set
21.08.2025 Austria sends Bernhard Wenger's film "Peacock - Am I Real?" into the race in the Best International Film category. The film about an anti-hero, played by Albrecht Schuch, is set to impress at the Oscars. Schuch received the Austrofilm Award for Best Actor for his performance.
Conflict Over German Courses in Vienna Ignites
22.08.2025 Vienna's City Councillor for Social Affairs, Peter Hacker, sharply criticizes the Ministry of Integration. Thousands of German courses are missing in the city. Minister Claudia Plakolm rejects the accusations.
Ex-girlfriend Portrayed as Sex Worker on the Internet: Man Sentenced to Prison
21.08.2025 A 35-year-old man created fake Instagram profiles with photos of his 38-year-old ex-girlfriend to take revenge. He portrayed her as a sex worker and published her phone number and address. On Thursday, he was held accountable for his actions.
Summer School Mandatory for Teachers if Necessary
21.08.2025 Starting next year, summer school will be mandatory for children with German language problems. So far, 17 percent of the approximately 49,000 special students have used the voluntary offer. According to the Ministry of Education, the number of participants could almost double to over 70,000 next year.
14-Year-Old Dies After E-Scooter Accident
21.08.2025 After an e-scooter accident in Schlierbach in the district of Kirchdorf an der Krems, one of the two, a 14-year-old girl, succumbed to her severe injuries.
Suspicion of Murder in Styria: 61-Year-Old Found Dead
21.08.2025 A 61-year-old woman was found dead on Thursday in Leoben, Upper Styria. A blood-stained knife was secured and the victim's partner was arrested.
Green Party Wants to Radically Redesign Vienna's Ring: These Are the Plans
21.08.2025 The Vienna Greens presented their model for the redesign of the Ringstraße on Thursday. The plan includes a clear separation of bicycle and pedestrian paths, more green spaces, and priority for public transport.
Conflict Over German Courses in Vienna Ignites
21.08.2025 Vienna's City Councillor for Social Affairs, Peter Hacker, sharply criticizes the Ministry of Integration. Thousands of German courses are missing in the city. Minister Claudia Plakolm rejects the accusations.
Mix of Sun and Rain on the Weekend
21.08.2025 Austria expects a mix of sun, clouds, and rain showers with moderate temperatures in the coming days. The start of the new week will be generally pleasant and dry.