So much did the most expensive property sold in Vienna in 2024 cost
9.10.2025 The most expensive property sold in Vienna in 2024 was an office building in Vienna-Landstraße - specifically the Justice Center Vienna Mitte. It was sold for 158.5 million euros.
Fire in the Tulln District Claimed One Fatality
9.10.2025 Late Wednesday evening, a fire in Absdorf (Tulln district) claimed a life.
NIKI-Awards 2025: These Are the Winners
9.10.2025 At the Lotteries Sports Aid Gala in the Vienna Stadthalle, Daniel Tschofenig as Athlete, Stephanie Venier as Sportswoman, and the men's national ice hockey team as Team of the Year were the big winners.
Body Recovered from Kops Reservoir: Search After Car Accident Concluded
9.10.2025 On Wednesday, after a days-long search operation, a missing 72-year-old accident victim along with his car was recovered from the Kops reservoir in Vorarlberg.
Uni Vienna Achieves Historic Rank in "Times" University Ranking
9.10.2025 For the first time, an Austrian university has made it into the top 100 of the prestigious "Times Higher Education World University Rankings." The University of Vienna ranks 95th in the current edition, continuing its steady rise.Austria's Police to Rely on "Super Recognizers" in the Future
9.10.2025 Austria's police rely on "Super Recognizers" to combat crime more efficiently with outstanding facial recognition. A pilot project is currently underway in Lower Austria and Vorarlberg, which is intended to be expanded to the entire country in the long term.
Farewell to "Mister Wonderful": Last Honors for Harald Serafin at Vienna's St. Stephen's Cathedral
8.10.2025 With a dignified funeral service in Vienna's St. Stephen's Cathedral, Austria bid farewell to Harald Serafin on Wednesday. Numerous companions, fellow artists, and public figures paid their last respects to "Mr. Wunderbar."Free Self-Defense Courses for Girls and Women in Vienna
8.10.2025 On two dates (October 25 and November 15, 2025), women can complete a free 5-hour self-defense course with the MUT association. The focus is, among other things, on self-protection techniques and mental training for confident behavior and setting boundaries.
No incitement, but freedom of expression: Vienna Imam acquitted
8.10.2025 A former Viennese imam was acquitted as the court deemed his controversial Facebook postings to be covered by freedom of speech. The defense was surprised, and the prosecution filed an appeal.
Celebrities from Art and Culture Demand a Clear Stance in Dealing with Right-Wing Extremism
10.10.2025 The Mauthausen Committee Austria and prominent figures from the cultural sector criticize the Austrian government in an open letter for its slow response to the record high of right-wing extremist crimes and call for a swift National Action Plan to combat extremism.
Serious Topics and Legendary Guitars: Alter Bridge Announce New Album
8.10.2025 The American rock band Alter Bridge will release their new self-titled album on January 9, accompanied by two concerts in January and June 2026 in Austria. Fans of guitar solos can look forward to a very special treat.
26-Year-Old Dating Scammer in Vienna Sentenced to Two Years in Prison
8.10.2025 A 26-year-old man has been sentenced to two years in prison in Vienna for serious commercial fraud after he swindled a total of 147,000 euros from twelve women on dating platforms to finance his gambling addiction.
Civil Servant Health Insurance Agreement: Lower Austria, Upper Austria, and Salzburg Adopt Conclusion
8.10.2025 After the civil servant collective agreement settlement at the federal level, the first federal states are also setting the course.
Boat Capsized on Mur in Graz: Body of 24-Year-Old Found
8.10.2025 A 24-year-old worker from Poland drowned and died early Wednesday morning in Graz after a boat capsized on the Mur.
Climate Demonstration Will Paralyze Vienna Again on Friday
9.10.2025 "Fridays for Future" is calling for a climate strike this Friday. Demonstrations are planned in both Vienna and Linz.
End of Adhesive Vignette: Only Digital Version Available from 2027
8.10.2025 The vignette for domestic expressways and highways will only be available digitally from 2027. The last adhesive vignette for 2026 will be in the color "fire red".
Lower Austria: Three Car Chases in One Day
8.10.2025 A high-speed chase reaching speeds of over 200 km/h ended for a 23-year-old motorcyclist from the Neunkirchen district in a cornfield after he evaded police measures. The search for a second speeder is ongoing, according to the Lower Austria State Police Directorate.
Pro-Palestine Protest in Front of Vienna's Main University: Police Deployed in Large Numbers
8.10.2025 Dutzende Pro-Palästina-Demonstranten haben am Mittwochvormittag die Zugänge zum Hauptgebäude der Universität Wien blockiert. Die Polizei steht im Großeinsatz.
Had a Probationary License: Serial Speeder Stopped in Vienna-Donaustadt
8.10.2025 A 19-year-old probationary license holder was stopped in Vienna-Donaustadt after driving at massively excessive speeds and attempting to evade a police check.
Heavily Drunk Speeder Arrested in Vienna-Floridsdorf
8.10.2025 A 35-year-old driver was arrested in Vienna-Floridsdorf after endangering a motorcyclist with excessive speed and violating a restraining and no-contact order.
Teenagers Threatened with Toy Gun: Man Arrested in Vienna-Donaustadt
8.10.2025 A 57-year-old man was arrested in Vienna-Donaustadt after allegedly threatening two teenagers with a deceptively realistic toy gun. The intoxicated suspect denied the allegations.
Dispute Escalated: 45-Year-Old Threatened 33-Year-Old with Broken Glass Bottle
8.10.2025 On Tuesday, a dispute between two men escalated at a gas station in Vienna-Döbling.
About Parking Annoyance: Women Threatened with Axe at Hütteldorf Station
8.10.2025 An 82-year-old man caused a police operation at Hütteldorf station in Vienna after he threatened two women with an axe and then fled. He was later arrested in his apartment by the WEGA.
Increasing Danger from Batteries: Waste Management Calls for Measures
8.10.2025 The major fire in a recycling plant in East Tyrol prompted a round table at the end of September to discuss the increasing problem of lithium batteries in waste facilities. The VÖA is calling for swift action at the EU level as well.
Reduction of VAT on Food: Debate in Government Continues
8.10.2025 The government reacted cautiously on Wednesday to the proposal by Vice Chancellor Andreas Babler (SPÖ) to reduce the value-added tax on food.
AI Images, GPS Tracking, and Arson: Two Years Imprisonment for Stalker in Lower Austria
8.10.2025 On Wednesday, the verdict was delivered for the 43-year-old from Lower Austria: 2 years in prison, with 16 months suspended. He had stalked a former employee using GPS tracking, threatened her, and distributed AI-generated images of her.
IBAN Name Check: No Restrictions Expected for Donations
8.10.2025 In view of the IBAN name check being introduced in Austria starting tomorrow, there has been growing concern among donors about potential issues with transfers in the future. However, the Fundraising Association Austria can provide reassurance.
After Diversion for Wöginger: This is What the Coalition Says
8.10.2025 With the not yet legally binding diversion for the ÖVP parliamentary group leader August Wöginger in the trial for abuse of office in connection with the appointment of the Braunau tax office, the matter is concluded for the governing parties ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS.
Catholic Private School "De La Salle" Must Close Location in Vienna-Währing
8.10.2025 The Catholic private school "De La Salle" is closing its location on Schopenhauerstraße in Vienna-Währing. The elementary and middle school located there will only be open until July 2026.
Reactions to the Three-Year Conclusion in Civil Servant Health Insurance
8.10.2025 On Wednesday, the government duly acknowledged the three-year conclusion in the civil servants' salary negotiations. Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker (ÖVP) expressed his gratitude in a statement to the union and all public service employees for taking responsibility in economically challenging times. NEOS Chairwoman Beate Meinl-Reisinger stated before the Council of Ministers that this was a significant and determined step in the right direction.
DSN Officer on Duty Suspended
8.10.2025 A police officer from the Directorate of State Protection and Intelligence Service was suspended for conducting unauthorized data queries and possibly passing on information about investigations. The Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office is investigating on suspicion of abuse of office.
Celebrities from Art and Culture Demand a Clear Stance in Dealing with Right-Wing Extremism
8.10.2025 The Mauthausen Committee Austria and prominent figures from the cultural sector criticize the Austrian government in an open letter for its slow response to the record high of right-wing extremist crimes and call for a swift National Action Plan to combat extremism.
RSV: These Age Groups Are Particularly at Risk
8.10.2025 For most healthy adults, an infection with the Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is little more than an annoying cold. However, for infants and older people, it can become dangerous. The current Austrian Vaccination Plan 2025/2026 takes this risk into account: It recommends passive immunization for all newborns as well as vaccination for pregnant women and people over 60 years old.
New Sports Subscription: jö Bonus Club and myClubs Join Forces
8.10.2025 The jö Bonus Club and myClubs are launching the jö.SPORTPASS on October 7th, a simplified subscription model that provides members access to over 350 sports providers in Austria and can be conveniently managed digitally through an app.
Series in Vienna and Surroundings Ended: Thieving Teen Trio Caught
8.10.2025 After a series of thefts in three federal states, investigators from the criminal investigation group of the Purkersdorf police station (district of St. Pölten) identified three young suspects. According to information from Wednesday, the loot consisted of license plates and moped parts. The trio was reported to the St. Pölten public prosecutor's office and for administrative offenses to the district authorities of St. Pölten and Wiener Neustadt, the Lower Austria State Police Directorate announced.
Registrations of E-Vans Plummet
8.10.2025 The Austrian Transport Club (VCÖ) criticizes the regulation in effect since July 1st, which exempts light commercial vehicles (N1) from the standard consumption tax (NoVA).
Boat Capsized: Search for Missing Person in Mur
8.10.2025 A boat with three occupants capsized on Wednesday morning in the area of the construction site of the Mur bridge on the Southern Motorway (A2) in Graz on the Mur.
These Are the Winners of This Year's Vienna Apprenticeship Hackathon
9.10.2025 At this year's Vienna Apprenticeship Hackathon, organized by the Vienna Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with apprentigo, aspiring professionals impressed with innovative app developments in areas such as first aid and sustainability.
Hidden Commissions at Oberbank: Affected Customers Receive Refund
8.10.2025 The Association for Consumer Information (VKI) has reached an out-of-court settlement with Oberbank in its ongoing collective action regarding so-called kick-back payments. This allows customers who were sold a fund product through Oberbank by the end of 2017 to now have the opportunity to receive a refund.
Prices for District Heating from Wien Energie to Rise in 2026
8.10.2025 The district heating prices at Wien Energie will increase in the upcoming heating period, mainly due to rising gas prices as well as higher personnel and construction costs. The amount of additional costs varies depending on consumption.
Vienna Highlights 2025: Artistically Shaping Democracy
8.10.2025 The "Vienna Highlights 2025" festival in Vienna offers innovative light art tours from October 10 to November 18, where participants can create artworks themselves for the first time.
Few Minutes Make the Difference: "Movement Snacks" Have Measurable Effect
8.10.2025 Even a few minutes of physical activity can make a difference - at least for people who are otherwise not very active. This is the main result of an international team of researchers who have studied so-called exercise snacks. The researchers describe these as phases of up to five minutes of moderate or intense exercise, as explained in the "British Medical Journal".
Designations for Veggie Products Occupy EU Parliament
8.10.2025
On Wednesday, the EU Parliament will vote on a possible ban on designations like "tofu sausage" or "soy schnitzel".
Program for 63rd Viennale Unveiled
8.10.2025 Water, Dust, Sun - the 63rd edition of the Viennale plays with the elements this year. The festival starts on October 16; advance sales begin on October 11.
Civil Servant Health Insurance Agreement: This Applies Until 2028
8.10.2025 The federal government and the union have agreed on a three-year deal in the civil servants' collective bargaining negotiations.Football and "GameCity": Here are the Traffic Jams in Vienna This Weekend
8.10.2025 Vienna expects a busy weekend. Already on Thursday, the ÖFB team will play against San Marino at the Ernst-Happel-Stadium, while the "Game City" attracts many visitors to the town hall. The ARBÖ points out possible traffic jams and advises timely arrival using public transport or park-and-ride facilities.
Railway Collective Agreement Negotiations on the Home Stretch
7.10.2025 In the third round of negotiations over the collective agreement for about 55,000 employees of Austrian railway companies, the Association of Railways in the Austrian Economic Chamber and the vida union held constructive talks. Both sides are optimistic that an agreement can be reached soon.
Possible Plastic Foreign Objects: This Baby Product Is Being Recalled
7.10.2025 As it cannot be ruled out that small plastic foreign objects may be present in individual packages of the product "Himmeltau Finest Semolina Flakes Honey 500g", Maresi Austria GmbH is recalling this item.