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    Radicalization and Weapon Purchase: New Details About the Villach Attacker Revealed

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    17.02.2025 After a deadly terrorist attack in Villach, where a 23-year-old Syrian killed a teenager and injured several passersby, details about the perpetrator's radicalization and weapon purchase have become known.

    Cause Wienwert: Mahrer Wants to Continue as ÖVP Top Candidate for Vienna Election

    17.02.2025 Despite a possible indictment in the Vienna Wert case, ÖVP Vienna leader Mahrer is not considering resignation. The Vienna Chamber of Commerce recently criticized Mahrer.

    Spectacular Drone Footage Shows Etna Eruptions: Airspace Partially Closed Again

    17.02.2025 On Sunday evening, the airspace northeast and east of Mount Etna had to be closed, according to the operating company of the airport near Etna, Catania SAC. Drone footage taken on February 11 shows the activity of the volcano in Sicily.

    No All-Clear on Terror Threat in Austria

    17.02.2025 Austria remains on high alert: Following the deadly terror attack in Villach and the increasing threat from young, radicalized Islamists, heightened vigilance is urged, especially during the ball season and at major events.

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    Oscars 2025: Top Favorites Under Criticism

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    17.02.2025 Before the 97th Oscars, the top favorites "Emilia Pérez" and "The Brutalist" recently came under fire. "Emilia Pérez" lead actress Karla Sofía Gascón has impacted the film's Oscar chances due to her past racist and Islamophobic tweets. "The Brutalist" became a topic of debate due to its use of AI.

    OÖ: Speeding Offenders Had to Surrender Driver's License and Car

    17.02.2025 In Upper Austria, two cars were confiscated over the weekend after the drivers were traveling at significantly excessive speeds.

    Up to 50 Threats Under Surveillance, but Lower Austria "Not a Hotspot for Islamists"

    17.02.2025 In Lower Austria, investigations are underway against 25 to 50 individuals on suspicion of membership in a terrorist organization, mainly in connection with IS. However, it is emphasized that the state is not a hotspot for radical Islamists.

    Dead Couple Discovered in Lower Austria: 58-Year-Old Man Shot Wife and Himself

    17.02.2025 On Sunday, the bodies of a married couple and a farewell letter were found in a house in the Hollabrunn district.

    New Show "Kurios": Cirque du Soleil Has Set Up Tent in Vienna

    17.02.2025 From March 5th, the new show "Kurios" by Cirque du Soleil can be seen in Vienna. The tent was erected in Neu Marx late Sunday afternoon.

    Youth Gang Responsible for Serious Robberies in Vienna

    17.02.2025 In January, a serious robbery occurred involving a taxi driver in Vienna, and now the police have been able to identify five youths as suspects. The investigations also uncovered another robbery by the youth gang.

    After Fire Drill: Former Inn in Lower Austria Suddenly Actually on Fire

    17.02.2025 An old inn in the cadastral community of Langegg in Schrems caught fire on Sunday night, just a few hours after a fire brigade exercise.

    This is the Hero of Villach: "Someone Had to Do Something"

    17.02.2025 Alaaeddin Alhalabi is the driver who ran over the Islamist attacker in Villach during his rampage, possibly preventing a larger tragedy.

    Austria Vienna Celebrates 2:1 Home Victory Against Rapid in Derby

    17.02.2025 The Vienna Austria continued their sporting high in the football Bundesliga and won the 344th derby against Rapid with 2:1 on Sunday.

    Man Stabbed Passersby in Villach: Teenager Dead

    17.02.2025 In Villach, a 23-year-old man stabbed several people on Saturday, killing one of them. According to the authorities, a 14-year-old died.

    The Retreat of the Home Office Has Begun

    17.02.2025 Remote work has now begun its retreat. According to the Ministry of Finance, the number of employees working from home has continuously decreased from 2021 to 2023.

    Survey: Children from Focus Kindergartens Often Lack School Readiness

    17.02.2025 For children from kindergartens where the majority have a first language other than German and parents with low or average educational levels, the transition to school is often difficult. This is shown by surveys of the management of around 140 kindergartens from four federal states.

    Repair Café at the Vienna 48er-Tandler Opens Its Doors Six Times This Year

    17.02.2025 The first repair café of the year is about to take place at the Wiener 48er-Tandler Margareten. In total, there are half a dozen dates in 2025.

    Man Stabbed Passersby in Villach: Teenager Dead

    15.02.2025 In Villach, a 23-year-old man stabbed several people on Saturday, killing one of them. According to the authorities, a 14-year-old died.

    Man Stabbed Passersby in Villach: Teenager Dead

    15.02.2025 In Villach, a 23-year-old man stabbed several people on Saturday, killing one of them. According to the authorities, a 14-year-old is dead.

    Man Stabbed Passersby in Villach: Teenager Dead

    15.02.2025 In Villach, a 23-year-old man stabbed several people on Saturday, killing one of them. According to the authorities, a 14-year-old is dead.

    Bank Levy: Wallner Signals Willingness to Compromise

    15.02.2025 Are ÖVP and SPÖ finding common ground regarding the bank levy? Vorarlberg's state leader Markus Wallner (ÖVP) seems far from ruling it out: "I don't see why we couldn't agree here," he stated in the "VN".

    Man Stabbed Passersby in Villach: Teenager Dead

    15.02.2025 In Villach, a 23-year-old man stabbed several people on Saturday, killing one of them. According to the authorities, a 14-year-old is dead.

    Fire in Training Center of Sturm Graz: "We Were Lucky in Misfortune"

    15.02.2025 There has been a fire at the training center of the Bundesliga football club Sturm Graz. "The equipment manager's room is more or less burned out," said last season's champion.

    Weißensee: Man Broke Through with Ice Vehicle

    15.02.2025 Without injuries, a Carinthian survived an incident with an ice vehicle on Lake Weissensee on Friday.

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    Seriously Injured After Tractor Accident in Carinthia

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    15.02.2025 After a tractor accident in Carinthia, a 43-year-old man was found seriously injured by his wife.

    SPÖ and Greens Want Suspension of Rosenkranz Employee

    15.02.2025 After the revelation of investigations against a senior staff member of National Council President Walter Rosenkranz (FPÖ) due to alleged connections to a right-wing extremist German group, the SPÖ and the Greens are calling for a suspension.

    Lawsuit Against Jay-Z and Sean Combs Withdrawn

    15.02.2025 New developments have emerged regarding the lawsuit of a woman against US rappers Sean "Diddy" Combs and Jay-Z.

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    Pedestrian Seriously Injured in Accident in Parndorf

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    15.02.2025 In Parndorf, Burgenland, there was an accident on Saturday resulting in a serious injury. The emergency medical helicopter Christophorus 18 was deployed.

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    Start of Filming for "The Blood Countess" in Vienna

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    15.02.2025 In Vienna, filming has begun for the vampire film "The Blood Countess" by Ulrike Ottinger.

    Ski World Championship: Liensberger Grabs Slalom Bronze

    15.02.2025 Katharina Liensberger has further expanded Austria's medal collection at the Ski World Championships in Saalbach-Hinterglemm. The athlete from Vorarlberg finished third in the slalom, only beaten by the Swiss skiers Camille Rast and Wendy Holdener.

    Ski World Championship: Liensberger Grabs Slalom Bronze

    15.02.2025 Katharina Liensberger has further expanded Austria's medal collection at the Ski World Championships in Saalbach-Hinterglemm. The Vorarlberg native finished third in the slalom, only beaten by the Swiss Camille Rast and Wendy Holdener.

    New Survey: Here is Where FPÖ and ÖVP Stand After Failed Coalition Negotiations

    15.02.2025 The FPÖ laughs from the top in a new survey despite failed coalition negotiations. For the ÖVP, however, things are looking anything but good.

    Ski World Championship: Liensberger Grabs Slalom Bronze

    15.02.2025 Katharina Liensberger has further expanded Austria's medal collection at the Ski World Championships in Saalbach-Hinterglemm. The athlete from Vorarlberg finished third in the slalom, only beaten by the Swiss skiers Camille Rast and Wendy Holdener.

    Attack on Police Officers in Vienna-Meidling

    15.02.2025 In Vienna-Meidling, a 22-year-old reportedly attacked officers on Saturday night, according to police reports. The man was temporarily arrested on suspicion of resisting state authority.

    Accident on A1: Truck Carrying Tons of Sunflower Oil Overturned

    15.02.2025 On the West Motorway (A1) in Lower Austria, an accident involving a truck occurred on Saturday. This truck was carrying tons of sunflower oil, and traffic jams were inevitable during the recovery operations.

    Man Attacked Former Colleague in Vienna-Liesing

    15.02.2025 In Vienna-Liesing, a confrontation occurred on Friday between an employee of a grocery delivery company and a man who had previously worked for the company.

    Dealer in Vienna-Brigittenau Taken Out of Circulation

    15.02.2025 In the 20th district of Vienna, a dealer was taken off the streets on Thursday.

    ÖGK Budget Hole: Medical Association Calls for Crisis Summit

    15.02.2025 The Medical Association is calling for a crisis summit in light of the multi-million euro budget deficit of the ÖGK.

    New Survey: Here is Where FPÖ and ÖVP Stand After Failed Coalition Negotiations

    15.02.2025 The FPÖ laughs from the top in new polls despite failed coalition negotiations. For the ÖVP, things look anything but good.

    Bank Levy: Wallner Signals Willingness to Compromise

    15.02.2025 Are ÖVP and SPÖ finding common ground regarding the bank levy? Vorarlberg's state leader Markus Wallner (ÖVP) seems far from ruling it out: "I don't see why we couldn't agree here," he stated in the "VN".

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    Starting Signal for Palmers Insolvency Proceedings

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    15.02.2025 On Friday, according to credit protectors, the insolvency proceedings of the lingerie company Palmers were opened at the regional court in Wiener Neustadt.

    ÖGK Budget Hole: Medical Association Calls for Crisis Summit

    15.02.2025 The Medical Association is calling for a crisis summit in light of the multi-million euro budget deficit of the ÖGK.

    This is How Many Attacks There Are Against Prison Officers

    14.02.2025 A recent response from Justice Minister Zadic now shows how often prison officers become victims of assaults.

    Trial Against Alleged IS Fighter in Vienna Postponed

    14.02.2025 On Friday, a Syrian man appeared before the Vienna Regional Court, who allegedly fought for the "Islamic State" in his home country before fleeing to Europe and supposedly housed Yazidi prisoners in his shop. The 39-year-old pleaded not guilty before the jury. His defense lawyer, Michael Drexler, stated that the wrong man was being accused.

    344th Vienna Derby "A Sporting and Emotional Major Event"

    14.02.2025 Without guest fans, but with a lot of sporting excitement, the 344th Vienna Derby between Wiener Austria and Rapid Vienna will take place on Sunday (5:00 PM/live on Sky).

    Fire Department Came to the Aid of Carinthian in Oil Tank

    14.02.2025 In Carinthia, the fire department came to the aid of a worker injured in an oil tank.

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    Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco with First Joint Album

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    14.02.2025 Premiere for Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco: The pair have announced a joint album.

    Pope Francis Hospitalized Due to Bronchitis

    14.02.2025 On Friday, Pope Francis, who has been suffering from bronchitis for days, was admitted to the Roman polyclinic "Agostino Gemelli" for examinations. His treatment is to be continued in the hospital, according to the Vatican.

    Several Women Must Repay Training Allowance After Court Rulings

    14.02.2025 In connection with the recovery of training allowance by the Public Employment Service (AMS), eight proceedings have so far been concluded before the Federal Administrative Court (BVwG).

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    Trash Island Fire in Tyrol Left No Injuries

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    14.02.2025 Several 1,100-liter plastic waste containers caught fire on Thursday in an enclosed and locked waste disposal area at a shopping market in Schwaz, Tyrol.

    22 Tons of Cheese Fell Victim to Truck Fire in Styria

    14.02.2025 A truck fire in Styria did not end well for 22 tons of cheese.

    Incredible: Humpback Whale Briefly Swallowed Kayaker in Chile

    14.02.2025 Whale Encounter with a Frightening Moment: A kayaker was briefly swallowed by a humpback whale in southern Chile.

    WHO Recommends Warning Labels on Alcohol in Europe

    14.02.2025 The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends warning about the cancer risks of alcohol on alcoholic beverages.