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  • Native Sea Eagles Thriving Thanks to Strict Protection

    3.02.2025 Austria's national animal, the white-tailed eagle, is on the rise again. According to WWF, there are already 90 breeding pairs with their own territory in Austria.

    Viennese Injured in Campsite Fire

    3.02.2025 In Lower Austria, a 52-year-old Viennese man was seriously injured in a fire at a campsite on Sunday.

    Beyonce Sweeps at the Grammys

    3.02.2025 Beyonce won the Grammy for "Album of the Year" for the first time. Additionally, the 43-year-old US musician became the first black woman to secure the Grammy for the best Country Album.

    Weather: Sunny Until Wednesday, Then Change

    3.02.2025 Until Wednesday, Austria expects sunny weather with regional fog fields, especially in the Danube region and southern Carinthia.

    Reusable Glass Bottles: Deposit Increased from 9 to 20 Cents

    2.02.2025 After more than 40 years, the deposit for reusable glass bottles has been increased from 9 cents (previously 1.2 Schilling) to 20 cents today.

    Teens in Vienna Apparently Shot at with Air Pressure Weapons: Police Ask for Clues

    3.02.2025 Two teenagers were apparently shot at with gas pressure weapons in Vienna on Saturday evening.

    Two Serial Thieves Arrested in Vienna

    2.02.2025 The police in Vienna were able to arrest two suspected serial thieves.

    50 Kilometer Long Pursuit with Drunk Driver

    3.02.2025 On the night of Saturday, a 40-year-old drunk driver led the police on a roughly 50-kilometer chase through two districts in Lower Austria, confirmed the State Police Directorate, corroborating a report by ORF Lower Austria.

    Collision with Car on Vienna's North Bridge: 26-Year-Old is Dead

    2.02.2025 After a severe traffic accident on Saturday evening on the Donauufer Autobahn (A 22), a 26-year-old man has died.

    Pedestrian Threatened with Knife in Vienna-Wieden

    2.02.2025 For no apparent reason, a 34-year-old man (nationality: Austria) is said to have brandished an open folding knife at a 21-year-old pedestrian on the sidewalk in Vienna-Wieden.

    Baby Killed in Vienna-Favoriten: Mother Found Mentally Competent

    2.02.2025 After the killing of a newborn in Vienna-Favoriten last November, an expert has attested the baby's mother's sanity.

    Brutal Knife Threat in Vienna-Favoriten: Arrest

    2.02.2025 A dangerous knife threat occurred in Vienna-Favoriten.

    Severe Collision with Car: 26-Year-Old in Vienna in Critical Condition

    2.02.2025 On Saturday evening, a serious traffic accident occurred on the A22 in Vienna. A 26-year-old is in critical condition.

    With Tennis Shoes on Snow Mountain: Hiker Rescued

    2.02.2025 On Friday, a 20-year-old got into mountain distress while hiking on Schneeberg (Neunkirchen district) and had to be rescued by helicopter.

    Cyclist in Lower Austria Hit by Car and Seriously Injured

    2.02.2025 On early Friday evening, a 55-year-old cyclist in Langenlois (Krems district) was hit by a car and seriously injured.

    Car Collided with Tree: 27-Year-Old Driver Dead

    3.02.2025 On Friday evening, a 27-year-old man was killed in a traffic accident in the Hollabrunn district, the police reported.

    Dispute in Vienna-Landstraße: 15-Year-Old Injured with Knife

    2.02.2025 On Friday afternoon, a 15-year-old was injured in the head and back with a knife during a dispute among several teenagers in Vienna-Landstraße.

    Stadium Bridge is Being Renovated: Here's Where Traffic Jams Will Occur

    2.02.2025 The upcoming renovation of the Stadionbrücke from February to June could lead to significant traffic disruptions on Schlachthausgasse and Stadionallee.

    Wiener Städtische Records New High in Natural Disaster Damages

    2.02.2025 Last year, Wiener Städtische wrote off 227 million euros in damages from natural disasters. This was a new record high.

    Ski Resorts in Lower Austria Ready for the Start of Semester Holidays

    2.02.2025 The ski resorts in Lower Austria are well prepared for the semester holidays.

    57-Year-Old Dead After Head-On Collision in Upper Austria

    31.01.2025 In Upper Austria, there was a collision between a car and a truck on Friday.

    Accident in Reiteralm Ski Resort - Man in Critical Condition

    31.01.2025 There was a skiing accident in the Styrian ski resort Reiteralm on Thursday.

    ÖFB: Terminations of Neuhold and Hollerer Withdrawn

    31.01.2025 News about the ÖFB - more specifically about Secretary General Thomas Hollerer and Managing Director Bernhard Neuhold: The terminations concerning them have been withdrawn.

    ÖFB: Dismissals of Neuhold and Hollerer Retracted

    31.01.2025 News about the ÖFB - more specifically about Secretary General Thomas Hollerer and Managing Director Bernhard Neuhold. The terminations concerning them have been withdrawn.

    Important Date Change at the Frequency Festival 2025

    31.01.2025 There has been a change in the date of the Frequency Festival 2025. This is related to headliner Post Malone.

    Official Final Result of the Burgenland Election 2025

    31.01.2025 The official final result of the Burgenland state election 2025 is now available.

    Vienna Austria in Thriller Against Sturm for ÖFB Cup Semi-Finals

    31.01.2025 On Saturday, Vienna Austria will face Sturm Graz for a place in the semi-finals of the ÖFB Cup.

    Vienna Austria in Thriller Against Sturm for ÖFB-Cup Semi-Finals

    31.01.2025 On Saturday, Vienna Austria will face Sturm Graz for a place in the semi-finals of the ÖFB Cup.

    Vienna Austria in Thriller Against Sturm for ÖFB-Cup Semi-Finals

    31.01.2025 On Saturday, Vienna Austria will face Sturm Graz for a place in the semi-finals of the ÖFB Cup.

    Interior Minister Karner Reassures Ahead of the Start of the Ski World Championships in Saalbach-Hinterglemm

    31.01.2025 According to Interior Minister Karner, there is currently "no specific threat" to the Alpine Ski World Championships in Saalbach-Hinterglemm, which begins on February 4.

    Upper Austria: Man Dead After Falling into Manure Pit

    31.01.2025 In Upper Austria, a 74-year-old man fell into a manure pit on Thursday. He was not found until the next day.

    Feeding Set for Baby Dolls: Recall Initiated

    31.01.2025 A five-piece feeding set for baby dolls is being recalled by Toi-Toys International.

    Decision on Pre-Trial Detention Extension for Benko Made

    31.01.2025 The René Benko, who was arrested last week, must remain in pre-trial detention until the end of February. The Vienna Regional Court for Criminal Matters extended the pre-trial detention imposed on the Signa founder for another month on Friday due to the risk of committing and obscuring the offence.

    Accident on A1 in the Melk District: Father and Daughter Injured

    31.01.2025 A rear-end collision on the West Motorway (A1) near Ybbs (Melk District) towards Salzburg resulted in two injuries on Friday, according to ÖAMTC.

    Pregnant: Lise Davidsen Cancels for Vienna State Opera

    31.01.2025 On January 21, Lise Davidsen stepped in for Anna Netrebko at the Vienna State Opera in "Ariadne on Naxos" due to health issues. Now, she herself needs a replacement.

    Rolling Danger on the S1: Car on Trailer was not Secured

    31.01.2025 On Thursday, the police stopped a dangerous car transport during checks on the S1.

    Squabble Over "Letters of Intent" to EU Commission

    31.01.2025 The SPÖ demanded more detailed information from Finance Minister Gunter Mayr on Friday in the permanent subcommittee on EU affairs about the austerity measures with which the coalition negotiators at the federal level want to prevent an EU deficit procedure.

    Serious Allegations Against Landfill in Lower Austria: Operator Fights Back

    31.01.2025 In connection with a landfill in St. Pölten that has been closed due to possible illegal dumping, the operator spoke out on Friday.

    Restriction on Sale of Cannabis Flowers

    31.01.2025 According to a ruling by the VwGH, smokable hemp flowers with low THC content may only be sold in tobacconists in the future and are now subject to tobacco tax. This decision could have far-reaching consequences for many hemp shops.

    The number of care services in violence protection centers increased

    31.01.2025 Im Vorjahr sind mehr Menschen in Gewaltschutzzentren betreut worden. Das Plus lag bei 1,25 Prozent.

    Udo Jürgens Auction Cracks Million Mark

    31.01.2025 The online auction of items from the estate of Udo Jürgens has raised around 1.7 million euros.

    "Second Chance for the Second Republic": Initiative Warns Against "People's Chancellor" Kickl

    3.02.2025 Possible alternatives to the currently discussed coalition formation between the FPÖ and the ÖVP were presented on Friday by former, partly high-ranking politicians and office holders.

    54-Year-Old Attacked Police Officers in Vienna

    31.01.2025 In Vienna, a police officer was punched in the face and another was kicked in the shin.

    Witnesses Sought After Brutal Knife Attack on Graz Cemetery

    31.01.2025 Following a treacherous knife attack on a 73-year-old woman at the Leonhard Cemetery in Graz, the police are urgently seeking witnesses. The motive of the attacker is completely unclear according to investigators.

    After Winter Break: East Highway Renovation at the Schwechat Junction Continues

    31.01.2025 The renovation of the East Motorway (A4) at the Schwechat junction will continue after a winter break from Monday.

    Great Success: "Phantom of the Opera" at Vienna's Raimund Theater is Extended

    31.01.2025 Those who have not yet had the chance to visit the musical "The Phantom of the Opera" at the Raimund Theater in Vienna can do so until June 2026.

    Dozens of Cannabis Plants Seized in Vienna Apartment

    31.01.2025 Last week, investigators in an apartment in Vienna-Brigittenau seized 164 cannabis plants (67 in bloom, 97 already harvested), 2,540.5 grams of cannabis herb, and 5,680 euros in cash.

    33-Year-Old Threatens Ex-Girlfriend in Vienna-Meidling

    31.01.2025 On Thursday, a man allegedly attempted to enter his ex-girlfriend's apartment.

    154 Million Guests: Domestic Tourism Celebrates New Record

    31.01.2025 With a record of 154 million guests, domestic tourism celebrated an extraordinary year in 2024.

    Car Parked After Accident: Viennese Woman Completely Freaks Out

    31.01.2025 After a traffic accident in Vienna-Ottakring, the situation escalated: A 62-year-old woman attacked the police officers and massively disrupted the operation after her vehicle was blocked by a car.

    Brothers Responsible for Series of Burglaries in Vienna: 30,000 Euro Damage

    31.01.2025 Two boys are being held responsible for a series of break-ins at shops and establishments in Vienna, causing damage of around 30,000 euros.