Headscarf Ban: More Harm Than Good Feared
27.11.2025 Starting from the summer semester, which begins in early February, girls under the age of 14 will be prohibited from wearing headscarves in schools. From the 2026/27 school year, the planned law also envisions fines of up to 800 euros for violations of the ban. The measure aims to promote "self-determination." However, experts consulted by the NGO SOS Mitmensch fear that the harm could outweigh the benefits and instead advocate for more funding for already proven models to support girls.
December 12: Win ÖKOPHARM Wintercare Packages
12.12.2025 Win two winter care packages from ÖKOPHARM today in the VIENNA.at Advent calendar, each consisting of Immun44® syrup, Magnesium PRO, and Digestion ACTIVE.
Hate on the Internet in Austria: Over 1,700 Cases Last Year
27.11.2025 The association ZARA has documented over 1,700 cases of online hate between September 2024 and August 2025 in its new report, with racially motivated hate messages making up the majority and almost half of the cases being criminally relevant.
8 December: Win a Digital Photo Frame Aura Carver Mat
8.12.2025 Win today in the VIENNA.at Advent calendar the digital picture frame Carver Mat by Aura and enjoy all your favorite moments over and over again.
Protest Against New Video Surveillance: Demonstration in the Evening in Vienna
27.11.2025 Data protection advocates sharply criticize the planned amendment to the road traffic regulations. They fear an expansion of video surveillance in Austria's city centers. A demonstration is planned in Vienna on Thursday evening.
Singer, Dancing Star and "Winnetou" Waterloo is 80
27.11.2025 Singer, Dancing Star, "Winnetou" and a wonderfully positive person: Johann Kreuzmayr, known as Waterloo in the art world, celebrates his 80th birthday today.
Investigations Against OMV Employees Dropped
27.11.2025 Investigations against several former OMV officials have been dropped by the Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office.
Here the most expensive house in Vienna-Ottakring was sold in 2024
27.11.2025 The most expensive building sold in Vienna-Ottakring in 2024 is the former Kika branch. It was sold for 26.5 million euros.
Back to the Countryside? Why the Suburbs Around Vienna Are Booming Again
27.11.2025 The times when life in the countryside was considered old-fashioned or impractical are over. Around Vienna, many communities in the so-called commuter belt are currently experiencing a real boom. However, this development also brings challenges and criticism.Bratwurst Check: Hygiene Top, Prices Flop
27.11.2025 The AK Upper Austria tested eleven sausages from retail and butcher shops – with a pleasing result: No sample was found to be hygienically objectionable. However, three products were negatively noted for taste, smell, or consistency.
Why Drinking Enough Could Protect Against Obesity
27.11.2025 An international research team, including participation from Viennese scientists, has analyzed in the "Journal of Internal Medicine" that insufficient water intake in humans triggers mechanisms similar to those in hibernating wild animals. While animals are protected from starvation and dehydration by winter fat, adequate fluid intake in humans could protect against obesity.
Crime Feared: 31-Year-Old from Graz Missing Without a Trace
26.11.2025 A 31-year-old woman from Graz was reported missing on Sunday, and during the search for her, indications of a possible crime have apparently emerged.16 New Police Officers for Special Unit WEGA
26.11.2025 The 15th basic training course of the Vienna Task Force Alarm Department (WEGA) was completed on Wednesday. The training includes a six-month basic training and a three-month practical training.
Two Dead Children in Fire: Mother Receives Nine Months Probation
26.11.2025 On Wednesday, a 25-year-old mother in Krems was sentenced to nine months of suspended imprisonment for negligent homicide.
Taxi Demonstration in Vienna: Car Convoy Moves Through the City Center
26.11.2025 In Vienna, numerous independent taxi operators are demonstrating today. With a car parade and a rally at Heldenplatz, they drew attention to grievances in the industry.
WKÖ Salaries: 2.1 Instead of 4.2 Percent Increase for Employees
26.11.2025 The extended WKÖ presidency confirmed on Wednesday the suspension of the increases in compensations for leading officials, which were partially criticized as excessive. It was also decided that the salaries of WKÖ employees will be increased by only 2.1 percent in 2026 instead of the originally planned 4.2 percent."Scrubs": Teaser for New Season Released
26.11.2025 The US network ABC has presented a first teaser for the reboot of the comedy series "Scrubs".
Apartment on Hotel Roof in Graz Was on Fire
26.11.2025 On Wednesday morning, the so-called Loftcube, a highly visible apartment with panoramic views on the roof of the seven-story Hotel Daniel at Graz's main train station, caught fire.
Chancellor Stocker Promises Additional Energy Aid in the Millions
26.11.2025 Chancellor Christian Stocker returns after his back surgery with a relief announcement: An additional 500 million euros are to reduce energy costs in 2026 – in addition to the planned electricity price cap.
Spanish Riding School: Michael Enzinger Takes Over as Chairman of the Supervisory Board
26.11.2025 Changes in the Supervisory Board of the Spanish Riding School: Former dressage rider Michael Enzinger takes over as chairman, business economist Gerhard Draxler joins as a new member.Pursuit, Accident and Injured on Vienna A23
26.11.2025U-detainee in Lower Austria escaped: Police request information
26.11.2025 After the escape of a remand prisoner in Lower Austria, the authorities reached out to the public on Wednesday.
Christmas Season in Vienna Brings Full Hotels
26.11.2025 Vienna records strong overnight stays during Advent. The hotels are well booked for the upcoming weekends, with international guests arriving as early as Thursday. Both trade and tourism benefit from the Christmas business.
FPÖ wants an expert group on the Electricity Market Act
26.11.2025 For the FPÖ to agree to the new electricity market law (ElWG) planned by the government, they want to ensure that the electricity bill for households and businesses "noticeably" decreases. This was stated by Secretary General Christian Hafenecker at a press conference on Wednesday.
Climate-Ready Hippviertel in Vienna-Ottakring is Complete
1.12.2025 Even in the cold season, the entire city is being unsealed, greened, and cooled, as the next summer will surely come. This is also the case in Ottakring, where the climate boulevard Thaliastraße has already been completed as a major project this year.
Pre-trial Detention for 52-Year-Old After Shooting at "Migrant Worker" in Vienna-Floridsdorf
26.11.2025 After a shooting of a worker on Monday in Vienna-Floridsdorf, the 52-year-old shooter has been in pre-trial detention since Tuesday.
"Clear Work Order": Action Plan Against Violence Against Women Adopted
26.11.2025 It encompasses several initiatives over 24 pages and has now been approved by the government: the Action Plan against Violence against Women. Minister Eva Maria Holzleitner sees a "clear mandate" while the Greens and FPÖ criticize.
Taxi Demonstration in Vienna: Car Convoy Moves Through the City Center
26.11.2025 In Vienna, numerous independent taxi operators are demonstrating today. With a car parade and a rally at Heldenplatz, they drew attention to grievances in the industry.
Cities Association Wants Quick Agreement on Stability Pact
26.11.2025 The Association of Cities wants to see a swift agreement regarding the Stability Pact.
SOS Children's Villages: First Reform Steps Have Been Taken
26.11.2025 About a week after the appointment of the new supervisory board for SOS Children's Villages, it has taken initial reform steps.
What the Blue Dots on Vienna's Mariahilfer Straße Mean
1.12.2025 Since Wednesday, blue dots on Vienna's Mariahilfer Straße mark a new area for cyclists. This is due to a subway construction site that significantly restricts space for pedestrians. Bicycle and pedestrian traffic are temporarily separated to avoid conflicts.
U-detainee in Lower Austria escaped: Police request information
26.11.2025 After the escape of a remand prisoner in Lower Austria, the authorities reached out to the public on Wednesday.
Black Friday: Criticism of the Impact on Environment and People Due to Cheap Fashion
26.11.2025 Before Black Friday, Global 2000, Volkshilfe Wien, and Caritas pointed out the ecological and health impacts of cheap and disposable fashion on Wednesday in Vienna.
Pursuit, Accident and Injured on Vienna A23
26.11.2025 During a car chase on the Vienna Southeast Tangent (A23) on the night of Wednesday, a car collided with a concrete barrier. Three of the five occupants were injured, one of them seriously.Advent Excursion: Experience Göttweig Abbey, Melk Abbey, and Klosterneuburg Monastery for Free
26.11.2025 This year, the Wiener Städtische Versicherungsverein and the Wiener Städtische are once again offering a special Advent excursion to significant cultural jewels in Lower Austria.
Crime Feared: 31-Year-Old from Graz Missing Without a Trace
26.11.2025 A 31-year-old woman from Graz was reported missing on Sunday, and during the search for her, indications of a possible crime have apparently emerged.
Speeder in Vienna-Liesing Almost Three Times the Speed Limit
26.11.2025 On Rodauner Straße in Vienna-Liesing, the police caught a speeder on Tuesday. The man was traveling at 89 km/h instead of the permitted 30 km/h, almost three times the allowed speed.
FPÖ Continues to Refuse Control of Campaign Costs: Court of Audit Takes Case to Constitutional Court
26.11.2025 The Court of Audit has asked the Constitutional Court to clarify the constitutionality of its audit competence under the Party Law. This is happening in the course of the legal dispute with the FPÖ over the control of campaign costs for the EU election last year.With 5 Euros Do Good: dm Supports People in Need with Festive Meals
26.11.2025 For the seventh time, dm, together with BIO AUSTRIA, is organizing the "dm Festessen". In 39 social institutions across Austria, a festive three-course meal with fresh organic ingredients is prepared for more than 2,000 people in need. The event is made possible through customer donations.
Retirements: AK Warns of Skilled Worker Shortage in System-Relevant Professions
26.11.2025 In view of demographic changes, the Chamber of Labor (AK) warns of a shortage of skilled workers in system-critical sectors.
Here in Vienna, you can drink punch in lofty heights
26.11.2025 With a mug in hand at lofty heights: This is possible in the pre-Christmas season in Vienna-Mariahilf. Because on the roof of the House of the Sea, tours with punch are held on Advent Sundays.
Property Deal in Upper Austria: WKStA Ceased Fraud Investigations
26.11.2025 The fraud investigations against four individuals suspected of having deprived a demented woman from Pasching (district of Linz-Land) of her properties have been closed by the WKStA.
Vienna-Wieden: 41-Year-Old Inflicted Severe Bleeding Head Injury on Girlfriend with Wooden Slat
26.11.2025 On Tuesday evening, a dispute in an apartment in Vienna-Wieden escalated and culminated in a 41-year-old inflicting a severe bleeding head injury on a 33-year-old with a wooden slat.
Manhunt After Robbery in Vienna-Alsergrund
26.11.2025 After a robbery in Vienna-Alsergrund, the Vienna police are searching for the 51-year-old suspect.
How Much Austrians Donated Last Year
26.11.2025 Last year, Austrians donated over one billion euros again. However, with a result of 1.07 billion euros, the total amount slightly decreased for the second consecutive time.
Vandal Triggered Emergency Brake in Vienna U2 Station Seestadt
26.11.2025 A 23-year-old triggered an emergency brake on an incoming subway train at the U2 Seestadt station on Tuesday. The visibly impaired man rioted and threatened police officers with murder.
Start of the Domestic Christmas Tree Season 2025
26.11.2025 The Lower Austrian Christmas tree farmers are starting the 2025 Christmas tree season with a call for increased mindfulness.
Taxi Demonstration in Vienna: Car Convoy Moves Through the City Center
26.11.2025 In Vienna, numerous independent taxi operators are demonstrating today. With a car parade and a rally at Heldenplatz, they are drawing attention to grievances in the industry.
Auction of Benko's Suits and Cigar Boxes
26.11.2025 Shortly before Christmas, valuables belonging to Signa founder Rene Benko are once again being auctioned. Bids are already possible, with the auction concluding on December 13.
Body Found on Backseat: Shocking Discovery After Car Fire in Vienna
26.11.2025 A burnt-out car in Vienna-Donaustadt was found with an unidentified male body inside on the night of Wednesday. The cause of death and the fire are still unclear, and investigations are ongoing in all directions.
Austria-Wide Car Fraud Series: Police Caught Duo
26.11.2025 Two suspected car fraudsters have been arrested in Upper Styria. The men are said to have swindled vehicles in several federal states by pretending to make transfers and fleeing with the cars.
AMS-Monitor: Women Benefit from Qualification - But the Wage Gap Remains
26.11.2025 AMS offers improve women's job prospects – especially through qualification. Nevertheless, the wage gap between men and women persists, as shown by the new Gender Equality Goals Monitor.