Driver Without a License Raced at Nearly 200 km/h on A2 in Lower Austria
29.01.2025 A 19-year-old exceeded the permitted speed limit by 118 km/h on the South Motorway (A2) on Tuesday.
Year of the Snake: Exciting Customs of the Lunar New Year
29.01.2025 The Lunar New Year, also known as Chinese New Year, symbolises the beginning of the lunar calendar, which is based on lunar cycles.
Win Book and Cinema Tickets for the Film Release of "Maria"
29.01.2025 Starting from February 6th, the movie "Maria" starring Angelina Jolie will be playing in local cinemas. We have a suitable competition for the movie premiere.
Vienna Premiere for "Unfunny": "andnadineso" Brings Feminist Stand Up Comedy to the Backdrop
29.01.2025 On March 14, 2025, Nadine Dunst-Ender, also known as "undnadineso", celebrates her Vienna premiere of the program "Unfunny" at the Kulisse. With sharp humor and a sarcastic view, she scrutinizes patriarchal absurdities, rigid role models, and everyday curiosities. Her mix of role-reversed narratives and taboo topics makes it clear: There is much to laugh - and to think about.
Start of Semester Break This Coming Weekend Brings Traffic Jams
29.01.2025 This coming weekend, around 445,000 students in Lower Austria and Vienna will start their one-week semester break. Similarly, about 2.5 million of their "fellow sufferers" in the German states of Berlin, Brandenburg, Bremen, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Lower Saxony, and Thuringia can enjoy a week off school.Start of Semester Break This Coming Weekend Brings Traffic Jams
29.01.2025 This coming weekend, around 445,000 students in Lower Austria and Vienna will start their one-week semester break. Similarly, about 2.5 million of their "fellow sufferers" in the German states of Berlin, Brandenburg, Bremen, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Lower Saxony, and Thuringia can enjoy a week off school.
After 30 Burglaries: 58-Year-Old Arrested in Viennese Hotel by Cobra
29.01.2025 A 58-year-old man, sought for 30 burglaries in three federal states, was arrested on Tuesday evening in Vienna-Penzing with the help of Cobra officers. Numerous tips from the public had been received due to media coverage, the Lower Austria Provincial Police Directorate reported on Wednesday.
92-Year-Old in Hospital After Fire in Carinthia
29.01.2025 After a fire in her apartment in Villach, a 92-year-old woman was admitted to the hospital on Tuesday.
Asylum: German Company to Operate Payment Card
29.01.2025 The payment card for asylum seekers has taken a step forward. The tender for the project's implementation has been completed - Paycenter, a German company, has been selected. Seven federal states are participating in the initiative and are keen to introduce the payment card. Vienna is not changing its approach and Lower Austria is sticking to its own model.
Vienna Austria: "One is not Second by Luck Alone"
29.01.2025 Das Pflichtspieljahr 2025 beginnt für die Wiener Austria mit Krachern. Doch als Zweitplatzierte in der Bundesliga müssen sich die "Veilchen" nicht verstecken.
Immediately Alert Emergency Services: Search for Potentially Armed Serial Burglar
29.01.2025 The police managed to track down a 58-year-old man who is believed to have committed a total of 30 burglaries in Lower Austria, Upper Austria, and Salzburg. The man is now being sought after with a photo. Warning: There is a possibility that the accused, Markus P., is carrying a stolen handgun.
Final Day for Remaining Kika/Leiner Branches
29.01.2025 Der Mittwoch, 29. Jänner markiert das Ende für die letzten 17 Kika/Leiner-Filialen.
Vienna Participates in Restoration of the Jewish City Temple
29.01.2025 The municipality of Vienna is paying a third of the costs incurred for the restoration of the Jewish City Temple in Vienna's Seitenstettengasse.
Mars, Jupiter, Venus, and Saturn Ensure a Planet Parade in February
29.01.2025 Numerous planets can be seen in the evening sky well into February.
Corona Committee Not a Must for Vienna FPÖ Chief Nepp
28.01.2025 The Vienna FPÖ leader Dominik Nepp no longer sees the parliamentary investigative committee promised during the election campaign to clarify the Corona crisis as mandatory. Alternatives such as a commission could also provide clarification.
Doomsday Clock: Annihilation of Humanity Closer Than Ever Before
28.01.2025 Only 89 seconds until doomsday: The risk of humanity finally annihilating itself is, according to the Doomsday Clock, greater than ever before.
Neymar Turns His Back on Saudi Arabia
28.01.2025 Neymar's time at Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia has come to an end. Is Brazil the next stop?
A Piece of Bella Italia in the Heart of Meidling: "Al Castello" Opens in Vienna
28.01.2025 On February 14, 2025, a new venue opens on the historic grounds of Hetzendorf Castle in Vienna-Meidling: the "Al Castello". With a harmonious atmosphere, handmade pizza, and fresh ingredients, a culinary journey to Naples is offered from Valentine's Day, guaranteeing a taste experience for all pizza lovers - with a view of the former imperial residence. For the opening, there's a very special special: The guests determine the price themselves.
Win 2x2 Tickets for IKONO Vienna in Valentine's Week
28.01.2025 On VIENNA.at, you now have the chance to win 2x2 tickets for IKONO Vienna during Valentine's week.
To Avert Bankruptcy: Gradwohl Bakery Gives Up Branches
28.01.2025 Amidst challenging economic conditions, the Burgenland organic bakery Gradwohl is reducing its number of branches from 17 to four.
Another Recall Action at Coca Cola
28.01.2025 Coca-Cola has initiated a large recall due to high chlorate levels in Germany and other European countries.
Due to Trump's Deportation Program: Selena Gomez Cried in Instagram Video
28.01.2025 Actress and singer Selena Gomez posted a video on Instagram in which she broke down in tears due to the harsh immigration policy of the new US government. "All my people are being attacked," the American with Mexican roots cried in the video, which was deleted after a short time. "I'm so sorry. I wish I could do something, but I can't," she added.
17A and 70A in Vienna-Favoriten Have Been Converted to E-Bus Lines
28.01.2025 Vienna has received two new E-bus lines. These are the 17A and 70A lines in the south of Favoriten.
Moving Images: Miles-Long Queue at Sea Due to Return of Hundreds of Thousands of Gaza Refugees
28.01.2025 Moving Images: After the ceasefire, hundreds of thousands of Palestinians return to Gaza, forming kilometre-long queues by the sea.
Start for Red-Green Coalition Negotiations After Burgenland Election
28.01.2025 Hofer Becomes FPÖ Parliamentary Group Leader After Burgenland Election
Start for Red-Green Coalition Negotiations After Burgenland Election
28.01.2025 Coalition negotiations between the SPÖ and the Greens begin in Burgenland today, Tuesday.
Edelstoff Spring Market Approaching at Vienna's Marx Halle
28.01.2025 The "Edelstoff Spring Market for Young Design" will set up its tents in the Marx Halle (Vienna-Landstraße) on March 8 and 9.
Guest Patients in Vienna's Hospitals: 420 Million Euro Additional Costs Due to Lower Austrians
28.01.2025 Vienna's Health City Councillor Peter Hacker (SPÖ) is not backing down in the dispute over the costs for guest patients: Patients from Lower Austria alone caused additional costs for Vienna of around 420 million euros in 2022. Hacker accuses the health officials in Lower Austria and Burgenland of refusing to engage in discussions.
For the Brave: Le Burger Presents New "Wormwich" with Mealworm Patty
28.01.2025 Mit dem „Wormwich“ serviert Le Burger eine mutige Interpretation für eine nachhaltige Ernährung der Zukunft. Der handgemachte Burger kombiniert einen Mehlwurm-Patty mit einem Brioche-Bun und frischen Zutaten. Den „Wormwich“ gibt’s nur im Februar in allen Le Burger-Manufakturen um 9,50 Euro.
Start for Red-Green Coalition Negotiations After Burgenland Election
28.01.2025 Am heutigen Dienstag beginnen im Burgenland die Koalitionsverhandlungen zwischen SPÖ und Grünen.
Planned Duo Robbery on Viennese Gold Trader? Trial with Many Contradictions
28.01.2025 Zwei junge Tschetschenen werden beschuldigt, Überfall-Pläne auf einen Wiener Goldhändler geschmiedet zu haben. Die Angeklagten bestreiten die Vorwürfe, die von der Belastungszeugin erhoben werden.
Retirements and More Opportunities: ÖBB is Looking for New Employees
28.01.2025 Due to the retirement wave of the so-called baby boomer generation and the increasing supply, the ÖBB has a massive need for personnel.
Guest Patients in Vienna's Hospitals: 420 Million Euro Additional Costs Due to Lower Austrians
28.01.2025 Vienna's Health City Councillor Peter Hacker (SPÖ) is not backing down in the dispute over the costs for guest patients: Patients from Lower Austria alone caused additional costs for Vienna of around 420 million euros in 2022. Hacker accuses the health officials in Lower Austria and Burgenland of refusing to engage in discussions.
Start for Red-Green Coalition Negotiations After Burgenland Election
28.01.2025 Coalition negotiations between the SPÖ and the Greens begin in Burgenland today, Tuesday.Start for Red-Green Coalition Negotiations After Burgenland Election
28.01.2025 Coalition negotiations between the SPÖ and the Greens begin in Burgenland today, Tuesday.
Migration: Karner Wants to Discuss Repatriations with Colleagues
28.01.2025 Interior Minister Gerhard Karner (ÖVP) is heading to Warsaw on Wednesday for the informal Council of EU Interior Ministers.
HC Strache Wants to Participate in Vienna Election
28.01.2025 The former FPÖ leader Heinz-Christian Strache is planning another attempt to enter the Vienna City Council and is starting to collect declarations of support in order to participate in the Vienna election on April 27.
Homeless Killed in Vienna: Penalty for 18-Year-Old Increased to 13 Years
28.01.2025 On Tuesday, the Vienna Higher Regional Court (OLG) increased the sentence for an 18-year-old who had been sentenced to twelve years in prison at the Regional Court for Criminal Matters in November 2024 for the double murder of two homeless men, attempted murder of a homeless woman, and serious bodily harm to his mother.
For Vienna: The World's Largest Enclosed Drinking Water Reservoir is Being Built in Lower Austria
28.01.2025 Vienna responds to population growth: According to Vienna City Hall, the world's largest enclosed drinking water tank is currently being built. An existing facility in the Lower Austrian town of Neusiedl am Steinfeld (municipality of St. Egyden) in the Neunkirchen district is to be expanded for this purpose. Once completed, the massive storage tank is expected to hold around one billion litres.
For Vienna: The World's Largest Enclosed Drinking Water Reservoir is Being Built in Lower Austria
28.01.2025 Vienna responds to population growth: According to Vienna City Hall, the world's largest enclosed drinking water reservoir is currently being built. An existing facility in the Lower Austrian town of Neusiedl am Steinfeld (municipality of St. Egyden) in the Neunkirchen district is to be expanded for this purpose. Once completed, the massive storage tank is expected to hold around one billion litres.
Major Cancer Prevention Campaign at SVS: 100 Euro Bonus for Insured Please note that without the original text, I can't provide the translation with HTML tags.
28.01.2025 In the fight against cancer, the Social Insurance for the Self-Employed (SVS) in Austria is launching the "Together Against Cancer" campaign. With a 100-euro bonus for insured individuals, the aim is to increase participation in cancer screening examinations.
ESC 2025 in Basel: Austria to Perform in the 2nd Semi-Final
28.01.2025 Austria will kick off the 69th Eurovision Song Contest from Basel in the 2nd semi-final on May 15th.
ÖBB CEO Matthä Wants to Reassure About Potential Savings Compulsion
28.01.2025 ÖBB CEO Andreas Matthä remains calm in the face of the blue-black government talks and looming cuts to the railway due to the general, large-scale pressure to save money.
Free Admission: Vienna's Track//Garden Becomes a Pop-up Indoor Cinema Every Monday
28.01.2025 Starting immediately and continuing until the end of the year (with a short summer break), the Viennese Foodmarket Gleis//Garten will become a pop-up indoor cinema every Monday evening. Admission is free.
Driver in the Korneuburg District Crashed into Tree: Dead
28.01.2025 On Monday evening, a car driver lost his life in a traffic accident in his home district of Korneuburg.
Start for Red-Green Coalition Negotiations After Burgenland Election
28.01.2025 Coalition negotiations between the SPÖ and the Greens begin in Burgenland today, Tuesday.
Viennese Samaritan Association 2024 with Numerous Deployments
28.01.2025 Last year, the Viennese Samaritan Association broke the 200,000 mark in emergency trips. In total, there were 278,305 rescue and patient transports, as reflected in a statement released on Monday.
37-Year-Old Arrested in Vienna After Attempted Burglary
28.01.2025 This week, a 37-year-old man was temporarily arrested on suspicion of attempted burglary. The police had found him in the basement of a vacant house in Vienna-Floridsdorf.
Brutal Attack in Front of Viennese Restaurant: Brothers Found Covered in Blood
28.01.2025 Following a brutal attack in front of a Viennese establishment, in which two men were severely injured, the police are urgently seeking witnesses.
Raiffeisen-Economist Against, OeNB-Chief For Bank Levy
29.01.2025 While a Raiffeisen economist warns of the consequences of a bank levy, OeNB Chief Holzmann sees it as a "sensible choice" for budget consolidation. The Chamber of Labour and the Momentum Institute also support a levy.
20-Year-Old Threatened with Knife on Vienna S-Bahn: Arrest
28.01.2025 A 20-year-old was threatened by a man with a knife on a Viennese S-Bahn.
Win a Week's Dream Vacation on the Island of Albarella
3.02.2025 A truly unspoiled break from everyday life can be promised by a small, elegant private island with a marina south of Venice. The "Isola Albarella" is an island for everyone and therefore for the whole family. We are giving away a one-week holiday in an apartment for 2 people.