Two Arrests After Discovery of Body in Vienna-Donaustadt
2.12.2025 After the discovery of a body last Wednesday in Vienna-Donaustadt, the authorities have reported two arrests.
OECD Forecast: Austria's Economy Recovers Slowly
3.12.2025 The OECD forecasts that the Austrian economy will slightly recover in the next two years. After a GDP growth of 0.3 percent this year, an increase of 0.9 percent is expected for 2026 and 1.2 percent for 2027. These figures are below previous forecasts and also below the international average.
Vienna Awaits with Teddy Bear Hospital
2.12.2025 A teddy bear hospital has opened in the center of Vienna. Visits are possible until Thursday.
Man died in possibly set fire in Vienna-Hernals
2.12.2025 A man lost his life in a fire in a multi-family house in Vienna-Hernals on Monday evening. The fire broke out immediately behind the front door and may have been deliberately caused. Due to the intense development of flames, alarm level 2 was triggered, and about 60 firefighters were deployed. An injured man was taken to the hospital. No other residents were found, the professional fire department announced on Tuesday.
New Gambling Law to Come Without Liberalization
2.12.2025 The draft for the gambling law does not foresee liberalization and aims for stronger player protection, reported the "Kronen Zeitung". Finance Minister Marterbauer plans to maintain the monopoly in online gambling and make it more difficult for unlicensed providers to operate in Austria. The approval of the coalition partners is still pending.
Nutria Caused Fire Brigade Operation in Schwechat
2.12.2025 A beaver rat had a bad start to the new week in Schwechat. The animal wanted to slip through bars - but caused a fire brigade operation.
These Raiffeisenbank Customers Are Now Getting Money Back
2.12.2025 In October, an agreement was reached between VKI and RLB-NÖ-Wien regarding the reimbursement of certain existing commissions. Now, there is also an agreement with the Raiffeisen banks in Burgenland, Tyrol, Styria, Salzburg, and Vorarlberg.
October with a Strong Increase in Gas Consumption
2.12.2025 Gas consumption has increased in this country in October. 6.95 terawatt hours meant an increase of 22.0 percent compared to the same month last year.
Post Started December with a Peak Value
2.12.2025 December started for the Post with a new record in 2025. The approximately 1.6 million packages made last Monday a record day for now.
Man died in possibly set fire in Vienna-Hernals
2.12.2025 A man lost his life in a fire in a multi-family house in Vienna-Hernals on Monday evening. The fire broke out immediately behind the front door and may have been deliberately caused. Due to the intense development of flames, alarm level 2 was triggered, with about 60 firefighters deployed. An injured man was taken to the hospital. No other residents were found, the professional fire department announced on Tuesday.Accident with Road Roller and Train in Mostviertel
2.12.2025 In Mostviertel, an accident involving a regional train and a road roller occurred on Monday.
Austria Faces 4.1 Percent Inflation in November
2.12.2025 Inflation remains higher here than in the Eurozone. In November, prices in this country were on average 4.1 percent higher than those in November 2024, according to Statistics Austria on Tuesday based on preliminary data.
This is the new investigator duo for the Austrian "Tatort"
2.12.2025 The successors of Harald Krassnitzer and Adele Neuhauser for the Austrian "Tatort" have been decided. Miriam Fussenegger and Laurence Rupp will take over - as Charlotte "Charlie" Hahn and Alex Maleky.
Vienna Lets Several Fees Climb Up
2.12.2025 According to the office of the Vienna City Councillor for Finance, several fee increases are on the horizon.
Live Stream: Police Comment After Discovery of Body in Vienna-Donaustadt
2.12.2025 After the discovery of a body last week in Vienna-Donaustadt, the police will speak at a press conference on Tuesday. The media event can be watched live on VIENNA.at from 9 AM.
Accident with Road Roller and Train in Mostviertel
2.12.2025 In Mostviertel, an accident involving a regional train and a road roller occurred on Monday.
How to Heat Properly - Without Letting the Bill Explode?
2.12.2025 The upcoming heating season is putting many households in Austria under financial pressure again, as energy prices remain high. By adopting conscious behavior and implementing a few simple measures, a lot of money can be saved without having to sit in the cold. We have compiled tips for proper heating for you.
Here the most expensive apartment in Vienna-Hernals was sold in 2024
2.12.2025 The most expensive apartment sold in Vienna-Hernals in 2024 is a penthouse apartment on Heuberg in the Dornbach district. It was sold to a private individual for 1.73 million euros.AK Study: Financial Situation of Young Viennese Deteriorates
2.12.2025 The social situation of young people in Vienna has deteriorated according to an AK study. One third of 16 to 30-year-olds have financial difficulties. Additionally, 44 percent do not have the right to vote due to lack of citizenship. The AK advocates for more participation in companies and easier access to subsidized housing and citizenship.
Study Reveals Gaps in Handling Harassment and Discrimination at Universities
1.12.2025 A new study commissioned by the Ministry of Women and Science reveals significant gaps in dealing with gender-based violence at universities. Minister Eva-Maria Holzleitner now wants to implement measures from the National Action Plan.
ESC 2026 in Vienna gets its own ice cream flavor: This is how "Melody" is supposed to taste
1.12.2025 For the 70th Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna, a special ice cream flavor will be created. The specialty called "Melody" is intended to combine European flavors and will be determined in January at an international competition in Italy.
Viennese MQ-Enzis are two-colored for the first time in 2026
1.12.2025 For the 25th anniversary of the MuseumsQuartier, the iconic seating furniture in the main courtyard will light up in two colors for the first time in 2026: The majority of votes in the public choice went to "punch cake pink" and "soda lemon yellow".
Ministry Denies: Vaccines for Free Vaccinations Sufficiently Available
1.12.2025 The Ministry of Health dismissed allegations on Monday that too few vaccines against shingles, pneumococci, or flu had been ordered.
Conditional Sentence for 18-Year-Old Drunk Driver After Serious Accident in Vienna
1.12.2025 An 18-year-old was sentenced at the Vienna Regional Court after a serious traffic accident. On March 2, 2025, he was driving under the influence of alcohol in a Mercedes E 240 and collided with a BMW while changing lanes before crashing into a parked bus.These Stars Are at the Ö3 Christmas Miracle 2025
1.12.2025 This year, numerous prominent musicians are once again participating in the Ö3 Christmas Miracle in Salzburg.
Police to Refocus Cybercrime Investigations
1.12.2025 Austria's cybercrime investigators are reaching their limits in the face of increasing data volumes. In the future, they want to focus on promising cases – Artificial Intelligence also plays an increasing role, both as a risk and as a tool.
Start for Installation of Europe's Largest Rainwater Pump on Vienna's Danube Island
1.12.2025 On Monday, the installation of the largest rainwater pump in Europe will begin at the pumping station on Vienna's Danube Island.
Land consumption is reportedly no longer increasing as much
1.12.2025 The daily land consumption in Austria has decreased in the last three years, stated Agriculture Minister Norbert Totschnig. From 2023 to 2025, an average of 6.5 hectares per day was used, compared to 10.9 hectares between 2019 and 2022. Settlement and traffic areas are mainly affected.
Graz Influencer Killed: Cause of Death and Motive Still Unclear
1.12.2025 Two days after the discovery of the body of the missing Graz influencer in Slovenia, the investigations by Styrian criminalists are now focusing on the background and detailed investigations.
Police Operation Due to Dispute in Vienna-Donaustadt
1.12.2025 A resident alerted the police emergency number on Monday night because a violent argument between a couple was said to have taken place in a neighboring apartment in Vienna-Donaustadt.
Drama at Vienna Parking Garage: Girl Shows SOS Hand Signal, Mother and Children Rescued
1.12.2025 A traffic accident at a Vienna parking garage prevented a possible kidnapping case: A 39-year-old man forced a mother and her two children to get into a car with a knife. He was arrested.
Man Threatened Teenagers with Knife at Vienna U3 Station Hütteldorfer Straße
1.12.2025 In Vienna, a 48-year-old man approached police officers with a knife at the Hütteldorfer Straße subway station. Prior to this, he allegedly threatened teenagers. He was arrested and charged multiple times.
Westbahn Starts Ticket Sales for the Southern Route
1.12.2025 The Westbahn will commence its operations on the Südbahn on March 1, 2026. Passengers can already purchase tickets for the new service expansion on the route from Vienna via Graz and Klagenfurt to Villach and back.
Rocket Exploded: 12-Year-Old Seriously Injured in Pyro Accident in Lower Austria
1.12.2025 A twelve-year-old was seriously injured in the left hand in a pyrotechnic accident in the Wiener Neustadt district. While attempting to ignite a rocket, the firework exploded.
Federal Treasury Breaks 6-Billion Mark
1.12.2025 The new federal treasury launched in the spring is attracting significant interest: More than six billion euros have already been invested. Since summer 2025, municipalities, states, and social security institutions can also invest.
Unemployment Continues to Rise: Nearly 400,000 People Without Jobs in November
1.12.2025 Unemployment in Austria continued to rise in November.
Neunkirchen Faces New Election
1.12.2025 A new election is pending in Neunkirchen after the SPÖ and Greens resign their mandates in the municipal council. As a result, less than two-thirds of the 37 seats are occupied, which obliges the state government to call for new elections. "We will not continue with this system, we will let the population decide," said the SPÖ Neunkirchen during a press event via Facebook.
Social Economy Collective Agreement: Three-Day Strike Wave at Over 120 Locations Starting Tomorrow
1.12.2025 Starting Tuesday, there will be warning strikes in the social economy at over 120 locations. The background is stalled collective agreement negotiations. The unions are demanding a four percent wage increase – a concluding action is planned in Vienna on Thursday.
November 2025 in Austria sunny and too dry
1.12.2025 In November 2025, there was a lot of sunshine in Austria and little precipitation in many regions.
New Millions for Joint Research by Vienna and Lower Austria
1.12.2025 Vienna and Lower Austria continue their successful research partnership. Until 2028, additional millions will flow into joint projects. New is the support for young researchers in the field of ME/CFS – for the first time also by the state of Lower Austria.
Payment Default? No Energy Shutoffs by Wien Energie During the Cold Months
1.12.2025 Wien Energie refrains from energy disconnections between December 1 and February 15 in case of payment delays and supports people in financial need with a 22 million Euro aid package, which includes energy vouchers.
Asfinag Warning: Hands Off Overpriced Vignettes
1.12.2025 Asfinag warns against purchasing overpriced vignettes on the internet.
Start for Installation of Europe's Largest Rainwater Pump on Vienna's Danube Island
1.12.2025 On Monday, the installation of the largest rainwater pump in Europe will begin at the pumping station on Vienna's Danube Island.
Victim of Spiegelgrund Buried at Vienna Central Cemetery
1.12.2025 The mortal remains of Spiegelgrund victims, which were found during inventories at the Medical University of Vienna and the Natural History Museum, were buried at the Vienna Central Cemetery.
Unemployment Continues to Rise: Nearly 400,000 People Without Jobs in November
1.12.2025 Unemployment in Austria continued to rise in November.
Unemployment Continues to Rise: Nearly 400,000 People Without Jobs in November
1.12.2025 Unemployment in Austria continued to rise in November.
Demand Catalogue for Energy Transition
1.12.2025 PwC Austria criticizes that Austria is wasting valuable time in the energy transition and calls for measures for a rapid and sustainable energy transition.
"Hour of the Winter Birds": BirdLife Austria Calls for Winter Bird Count
1.12.2025 Also this winter, the bird protection organization BirdLife Austria invites you to count birds. The focus of the country's largest participatory event is the study of the most common and widespread winter birds in our cities and villages, such as blackbirds, sparrows, finches, and tits.
Momentum Institute Presents Model for Job Guarantee for Long-term Unemployed
1.12.2025 The Momentum Institute proposes a state-funded job guarantee for the long-term unemployed and estimates the budgetary impact to be minimal. Model calculations show the costs for collectively bargained jobs for the long-term unemployed.
ORF is looking for volunteers for the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna
1.12.2025 The search for volunteers for the 70th Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna has begun. Until January 28, interested parties can apply with a video application for one of the 800 spots to get a behind-the-scenes look at the big music event at the ESC 2026 in May at the Wiener Stadthalle.
Here the most expensive house in Vienna-Hernals was sold in 2024
1.12.2025 The most expensive building sold in 2024 in Vienna-Hernals is a multi-family house. It was sold for 12.62 million euros.
Who Owns Vienna's Most Famous Buildings?
1.12.2025 They are known, they are admired – but who are their owners? An overview of well-known Viennese buildings and their owners.