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  • FPÖ Offer to ÖVP: Kickl Insists on Interior and Finance Ministry in Coalition Negotiations

    12.02.2025 The FPÖ has presented the ÖVP with a new offer for the distribution of ministries in the coalition negotiations. Criticism of FPÖ leader Kickl came from Vorarlberg's Governor Wallner (ÖVP).

    Single-Family Homes Were in Greater Demand Again in 2024: Here Is Where You Can Buy the Cheapest

    12.02.2025 The demand for single-family homes in Austria increased by 15 percent in 2024, with prices varying significantly by region.

    Change of Tourist Shifts, Ski World Championship and Concerts at Wiener Stadthalle Cause Traffic Jams on the Weekend

    12.02.2025 The ARBÖ warns of renewed traffic jams on Austria's roads this coming weekend.

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    Vienna Climate Law Likely Coming in 2025

    12.02.2025 As the first federal state, Vienna is expected to receive its own climate law this year. As Mayor Michael Ludwig, the responsible city councilor Jürgen Czernohorszky (both SPÖ), and Deputy Mayor Christoph Wiederkehr (NEOS) explained at a press conference on Tuesday, the state parliament should pass the corresponding resolution in the spring.

    Kickl and Stocker in Vienna's Hofburg: Coalition Negotiations in a Delicate Phase

    11.02.2025 Apparently, the coalition negotiations between FPÖ and ÖVP are in a delicate phase.

    Kickl and Stocker in Vienna's Hofburg: Coalition Negotiations in a Delicate Phase

    11.02.2025 Apparently, the coalition negotiations between FPÖ and ÖVP are in a delicate phase.

    Black Ice Warning for Vienna: Increased Risk of Accidents

    11.02.2025 On Wednesday and Thursday, there is a risk of black ice in Vienna in the early morning, posing corresponding injury risks in school and commuter traffic, as the Samaritan Association has warned in advance.

    Care Assistance Course for Vietnamese in Lower Austria Criticized

    11.02.2025 On Tuesday, the chairman of the vida union, Roman Hebenstreit, and SPÖ state party leader, State Councilor Sven Hergovich, criticized the nursing assistant course for Vietnamese people in Lower Austria.

    New Attraction: Cheeky Cult Goblin Pumuckl Becomes a Traffic Light Figure

    11.02.2025 Where else but in Munich: In his homeland, the cheeky goblin Pumuckl now guides pedestrians through traffic. A few days ago, the first of three planned Pumuckl traffic lights was inaugurated there.

    City Municipality of Tulln Affected by Hacker Attack

    11.02.2025 The city municipality of Tulln has become the target of a hacker attack

    Collision on B9 Results in One Death and Two Injuries

    11.02.2025 A collision between a semi-trailer truck and a car claimed one life and injured two people on Tuesday morning on the B9 in Petronell-Carnuntum (Bruck an der Leitha district).

    Insects in Food: Possible Danger for Allergy Sufferers

    11.02.2025 Since February 10, UV-treated insect powder can be used in food in the EU. The European Food Safety Authority points out possible cross-allergies.

    No Joke: The Perfect Breakfast Egg Takes 32 Minutes

    11.02.2025 Cooking the perfect breakfast egg is a real challenge, as it should not be too hard or too soft. A team of researchers has now discovered the perfect - albeit somewhat cumbersome - cooking method.

    New Program Aims to Bring Refugees from Ukraine into Local Care Facilities

    11.02.2025 In Austria, almost three years after the start of the war, less than a third of the 78,000 Ukrainians living here are employed. Many of the refugees are well-educated and urgently needed in light of the skilled labor shortage, explained Cornelius Granig, president of the association "All for Ukraine".

    Vienna Climate Law Likely to Come in 2025

    11.02.2025 As the first federal state, Vienna is likely to receive its own climate law this year. As Mayor Michael Ludwig, the responsible city councilor Jürgen Czernohorszky (both SPÖ), and Deputy Mayor Christoph Wiederkehr (NEOS) explained at a press conference on Tuesday, the state parliament should pass the corresponding resolution in the spring.

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    Indictment in Vienna: Syrian Allegedly Fought for IS Before Fleeing

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    11.02.2025 The Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office has charged a Syrian with terrorist association and criminal organization.

    Bronze in Team Event: Austria Continues Success at Ski World Championships

    11.02.2025 No end to Austria's medal series at the Ski World Championships in Saalbach-Hinterglemm: On Tuesday, Stephanie Venier and Katharina Truppe struck in the women's team combination.

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    Bronze in Team Event: Austria Continues Success at Ski World Championships

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    11.02.2025 No end to Austria's medal series at the Ski World Championships in Saalbach-Hinterglemm: On Tuesday, Stephanie Venier and Katharina Truppe struck in the women's team combination.

    NÖ: Fire Department Report in the Wake of the Flood

    11.02.2025 The annual report of the Lower Austrian fire brigade is marked by the flood of last September.

    Track Renewals in the Vienna Public Transport Network: These Lines Are Affected

    11.02.2025 The track renewal initiative of Wiener Linien begins this February at several locations in Vienna. In total, around eleven kilometers of tracks in the public transport network will be replaced. An overview of all construction sites.

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    Big Children's Carnival Celebration in the Vienna Prater

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    11.02.2025 On February 23, the Vienna Wurstelprater transforms into a colorful carnival paradise. From 2 PM to 4 PM, the Kinderfreunde once again organize the city's largest carnival celebration.

    Coalition Negotiations to Continue on Tuesday

    11.02.2025 Tuesday brings the continuation of coalition negotiations between FPÖ and ÖVP.

    Teichtmeister Must Pay More Compensation to Vienna Burgtheater

    11.02.2025 His former employer, the ex-Burgtheater actor Florian Teichtmeister, must pay more damages than the originally set nearly 20,000 euros.

    Law Aims to Increase the Proportion of Women in Publicly Listed Companies

    11.02.2025 Publicly listed companies are to be required to adhere to fixed quotas for women on their supervisory boards and executive boards, as outlined in a draft law from the Ministry of Justice, which will be presented for review on Tuesday.

    Flying Tiger: Product Recall of Wooden Play Vegetable Box Due to Choking Hazard

    11.02.2025 Flying Tiger Copenhagen (Tiger Stores Austria GmbH) recalls a wooden play vegetable crate.

    Vienna's Mayor Ludwig Extends a Hand to the ÖVP

    11.02.2025 The SPÖ continues to strive to prevent a government led by FPÖ leader Herbert Kickl.

    E-Cars Still Unpopular Among Austrians

    11.02.2025 Very few Austrians can currently imagine driving a purely electric car in the future. The main reasons given for this are limited range and high purchase costs.

    Coalition Negotiations Will Continue on Tuesday

    11.02.2025 Tuesday brings the continuation of coalition negotiations between FPÖ and ÖVP.

    Wolfgang Brandstetter Indicted After Parliamentary Inquiry for False Testimony

    11.02.2025 The former Minister of Justice and Vice Chancellor Wolfgang Brandstetter (ÖVP) must face court.

    Coalition Negotiations to Continue on Tuesday

    11.02.2025 Tuesday brings the continuation of coalition negotiations between FPÖ and ÖVP.

    71-Year-Old Found Dead in Vienna Allotment Garden House

    11.02.2025 In a fire at a garden house in Vienna-Liesing, the 71-year-old resident died on Monday.

    Why the Major Fire Occurred at Maco in Salzburg

    11.02.2025 After the fire at Maco in Salzburg, there is clarity regarding the cause of the fire. However, there are still question marks, for example, concerning the amount of damage.

    Twelve Challenges After Municipal Council Elections in Lower Austria

    11.02.2025 After the municipal council elections in Lower Austria, twelve challenges were submitted by the end of the objection period. The cases are now being legally examined, and ultimately the state main election authority will decide.

    Resignation Announcement: Birkmeir Accuses "Standard" of Research Deficiencies

    11.02.2025 About a week after allegations regarding his conduct as director of the Theater der Jugend in Vienna became known, Thomas Birkmeir spoke out personally for the first time on Tuesday in the Ö1 "Morgenjournal".

    Vienna Climate Law Likely to Come in 2025

    11.02.2025 As the first federal state, Vienna is likely to receive its own climate law this year. As Mayor Michael Ludwig, the responsible city councilor Jürgen Czernohorszky (both SPÖ), and Deputy Mayor Christoph Wiederkehr (NEOS) explained at a press conference on Tuesday, the state parliament should pass the corresponding resolution in the spring.

    Vienna Climate Law Likely to Come in 2025

    11.02.2025 Als erstes Bundesland erhält Wien wohl noch heuer ein eigenes Klimagesetz. Wie Bürgermeister Michael Ludwig, der zuständige Stadtrat Jürgen Czernohorszky (beide SPÖ) sowie Vizebürgermeister Christoph Wiederkehr (NEOS) am Dienstag auf einer Pressekonferenz erklärten, solle der Landtag noch im Frühjahr den entsprechenden Beschluss fassen.

    Earworm Guarantee at the Danube Island Open Air 2025: The Line-Up at a Glance

    11.02.2025 Four events, two weekends, the biggest stars of the 80s, 90s, and today: After last year's rush with 60,000 visitors, the Donauinsel Open Air 2025 will take place again in May. Here is an overview of the complete line-up.

    Man Sought Under EU Arrest Warrant Arrested in Vienna-Margareten

    11.02.2025 In Vienna-Margareten, the police were able to arrest a 34-year-old man wanted under a European arrest warrant.

    After FPÖ-ÖVP Dispute: This is How NEOS Leader Meinl-Reisinger Reacts

    11.02.2025 After Vienna's Mayor Ludwig, NEOS leader Meinl-Reisinger also appealed to the ÖVP on Tuesday and expressed openness to renewed trilateral negotiations or a minority government.

    Brutal Robberies on Vienna Taxi Drivers: Youth Gang Caught

    11.02.2025 Five teenagers are believed to be responsible for several robberies against taxi drivers in Vienna. The police were able to identify them.

    Pedestrian Seriously Injured in Traffic Accident with Truck in Vienna-Meidling

    11.02.2025 On Monday, a pedestrian was seriously injured in a traffic accident in Vienna-Meidling.

    Appeal on Official Liability for Defective Contraceptive Coil Dismissed

    11.02.2025 In the case of the defective contraceptive coils from the Spanish company Eurogine, the Supreme Court (OGH) has rejected the appeal of the Consumer Protection Association VSV against the dismissal of the official liability lawsuit.

    Prison Sentence for Bank Robber After Threat with Fake Bomb

    11.02.2025 A 22-year-old man was sentenced to three years in prison at the Klagenfurt Regional Court. In November, he attempted to rob a bank in Villach with a fake bomb but fled without loot. Weeks later, he turned himself in to the police and confessed to the crime. The verdict is not yet legally binding.

    Body of 81-Year-Old Found in Baden

    11.02.2025 In Baden near Vienna, a body was discovered on Monday. The deceased was an 81-year-old woman with severe skull injuries.

    Great Travel Horoscope 2025: This is the Perfect Vacation for Your Zodiac Sign

    11.02.2025 The influence of the stars can offer exciting possibilities for our vacation planning. That's why DERTOUR Austria has had vacation horoscopes created for all 12 zodiac signs by the well-known astrologer Barbara Weninger.

    Occult Fraud in the Millions: First Victims of Shaman "Amela" Come Forward

    11.02.2025 In the case of the alleged occult fraudster Mariana M. alias "Amela", "numerous calls" have been received by the police by Tuesday.

    Wolfgang Brandstetter Indicted After Parliamentary Inquiry for False Testimony

    11.02.2025 The former Minister of Justice and Vice Chancellor Wolfgang Brandstetter (ÖVP) must face court.

    So Strong Has Vienna's Population Grown in 2024

    11.02.2025 Wiens Bevölkerung lag zu Jahresbeginn bei 2.028.399 Menschen. Aber nicht in allen Bezirken gab es ein Plus.

    Vienna's Mayor Ludwig Extends a Hand to ÖVP

    11.02.2025 The SPÖ continues to strive to prevent a government led by FPÖ leader Herbert Kickl.

    Search for Escaped "Battering Ram" Gang Leader from Custody Continues

    11.02.2025 After the escape of a prisoner from the correctional facility in Wiener Neustadt, the search for the 29-year-old continued on Tuesday. A published wanted photo of the Dutchman is supposed to help.

    Passenger Car Registrations Increased in January

    11.02.2025 The number of new car registrations climbed in January. Alternative operations were found in a large portion of the new cars.

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    Corruption Index: Austria Worse Than Ever Before

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    11.02.2025 Austria scores only 67 points in the 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index by Transparency International (TI).

    Coalition Negotiations Will Continue on Tuesday

    11.02.2025 Tuesday brings the continuation of coalition negotiations between FPÖ and ÖVP.

    Coalition Negotiations to Continue on Tuesday

    11.02.2025 Tuesday brings the continuation of coalition negotiations between FPÖ and ÖVP.

    Body of 81-Year-Old Found in Baden

    11.02.2025 In Baden near Vienna, a body was discovered on Monday. The deceased was an 81-year-old woman with severe skull injuries.