Atmospheric Advent Ambience at the Christmas Village at Vienna's Stephansplatz 2025
Vor 1 Tag Directly in front of St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Christmas Village at Stephansplatz invites you to stroll through the Advent season daily from November 8, 2025, with arts and crafts, culinary delights, and an atmospheric ambiance.
Emergency Landing of Austrian Armed Forces Helicopter in Lower Austria
Vor 1 Tag A helicopter of the Federal Army had to make an emergency landing on Monday near the Langenlebarn airfield in the Tulln district. On board were two pilots and a technician, all of whom remained uninjured. Presumably, an engine failure led to the emergency landing.
Viennese Building Materials Dealer Quester is Insolvent: 290 Jobs at Risk
Vor 1 Tag The Viennese building materials dealer Quester has filed for insolvency. Quester Baustoffhandel GmbH applied for reorganization proceedings without self-administration at the Vienna Commercial Court on Monday.
Clear Demand for Mandatory Education for Young Refugees
Vor 1 Tag For the improvement of educational opportunities for young refugees, Caritas and Volkshilfe have jointly developed recommendations.
Fewer Children with Poor German Skills in Vienna's Schools
Vor 1 Tag The number of extraordinary students in Vienna's compulsory schools decreased by about 3.3 percent in 2023, which, according to Education Councillor Bettina Emmerling, is due to successful language support measures.
Partner Beat and Locked Up Children: Mother in Krems Convicted of Neglect
Vor 1 Tag A mother from the Waldviertel was sentenced to 20 months of suspended imprisonment by the Regional Court of Krems because she knew about the abuse of her children by her ex-partner and did not intervene. The ex-partner had previously been sentenced to seven years in prison for the same incidents.
WKÖ Salary Increase Causes Criticism and Praise
Vor 1 Tag The 4.2 percent salary increase for the employees of the Chamber of Commerce is met with mixed reactions. The IV Vienna criticizes it as an "insensitive and fatal signal," while the vida union considers it a necessary measure against the loss of purchasing power. The WKÖ itself defends the salary increase.
Escaped from Prison and Founded a Party: Inmate in Court
Vor 1 Tag A fugitive prisoner, who founded the party "Yes to Austria" during his escape and collected financial support, is on trial on suspicion of serious fraud, as the collected funds are alleged not to have been used as promised. The prosecution accuses the defendant of embezzling around 300,000 euros, while the defense points to a different use of the funds.
Federal Chancellor Stocker Back Home After Back Surgery
Vor 1 Tag Chancellor Stocker left the hospital on Monday after his back surgery.
Robbery Series in Vienna Supermarkets Solved: 30-Year-Old Confesses
Vor 1 Tag After a series of armed robberies at Vienna supermarkets, the police have arrested the suspected perpetrator in Schwechat. The 30-year-old Serb has confessed and cited financial difficulties as his motive.
Accusations in the SOS Children's Village Case Also at the Location in East Tyrol
Vor 1 Tag The SOS Children's Village in Nussdorf-Debant, East Tyrol, is also facing allegations of abuse. Two women who lived there in the 1990s contacted the APA following reports of assaults in other SOS Children's Villages. They describe experienced and observed violence, including sexualized violence.
Wife Threatened with Knife: Man Arrested in Vienna-Penzing
Vor 1 Tag A 47-year-old man was arrested on Sunday evening in the 14th district of Vienna after allegedly threatening his wife with a knife. An alcohol test showed 2.3 per mille.
Vienna-Liesing: Husband Threatens to Kill His Wife
Vor 1 Tag A 49-year-old man from Vienna-Liesing was reported after being suspected of physically attacking his wife in their shared apartment and threatening to kill her.
Police Officer Recognized Suspect: Arrest After Attempted Robbery in Vienna Tobacco Shop
Vor 1 Tag An attempted aggravated robbery in a tobacconist in Vienna-Alsergrund was quickly solved thanks to the vigilance of a police officer.
Viennese Building Materials Dealer Quester is Insolvent: 290 Jobs at Risk
Vor 1 Tag The Viennese building materials dealer Quester has filed for insolvency. Quester Baustoffhandel GmbH applied for reorganization proceedings without self-administration at the Vienna Commercial Court on Monday.
Numerous Drugs Seized in Vienna Apartment
Vor 1 Tag After the arrest of a suspected drug dealer, the Vienna police were able to seize cannabis, cocaine, and ketamine in an apartment. A weapon and cash were also found.
Car Accident in Lower Austria: Five Teenagers Injured
Vor 1 Tag On Sunday evening, five teenagers were injured in a car accident in Dreistetten, a part of Markt Piesting (Wiener Neustadt district).
Knife Attack in Vienna-Meidling: Teenager Arrested
Vor 1 Tag In Vienna-Meidling, a 17-year-old was arrested as he is suspected of having critically injured a peer during an altercation at Schedifkaplatz at the end of October; investigations into the incident are ongoing.
Bird Flu: Increased Risk Across Austria
Vor 14 Stunden Since Monday, an "increased risk" for bird flu has been in effect throughout Austria following confirmed cases in wild animals. Previously, 21 infected animals were known in Carinthia as well as in Lower and Upper Austria. At the end of September, the H5N1 virus was first detected in swans in the Feldkirchen district, Carinthia.
Viennese Hotel Sacher Among the Best Hotels in the World for the First Time
Vor 1 Tag The Hotel Sacher in Vienna was the only German-speaking hotel included in the "World's Best 50 Hotels 2025" and ranks 49th in the international ranking.
90-Year-Old Styrian Woman Dies in Smoke-Filled Apartment
Vor 1 Tag On Sunday afternoon, a 91-year-old man from Styria was rescued just in time from a completely smoke-filled apartment in a multi-family house in Trofaiach. Unfortunately, help came too late for his 90-year-old wife.
Neighbor in Need Collects Donations for the People in Ukraine
Vor 1 Tag Before the fourth winter in the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine, Nachbar in Not, together with ORF, is launching an appeal for donations for the people affected by the war in Ukraine.
Start of the Third Season of Desilting at Lake Neusiedl
Vor 1 Tag With the beginning of autumn, the Lake Management Burgenland has started its third season. The focus is on the desilting of the water body as well as the maintenance and care of the reed channels at Lake Neusiedl.
"Apparently Without Professional Supervision" Lawyer Files Nullity Complaint with AI
Vor 1 Tag The Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal for nullity in a criminal case created by artificial intelligence, as the AI relied on fabricated decisions and the appeal contained numerous misquotations without professional oversight.Mega Traffic Jam in Morning Rush Hour After Crash on Vienna A23
Vor 1 Tag Traffic chaos at the start of the week: On Monday morning, a multi-kilometer traffic jam formed on the A23 in Vienna after an accident, and drivers had to account for a one-hour delay.
These are the Top Addresses in Vienna for Goose Eating 2025
Vor 1 Tag When the scent of red cabbage, baked apple, and crispy goose wafts through Vienna in the autumn, it's clear: Martini time is approaching. Between early October and the end of November, many Viennese taverns and restaurants serve the popular Martinigans – classic, creative, or even vegan. We have looked around and present the top 10 places for goose dining in Vienna in 2025.
Unemployment Continued to Rise in October: 388,000 People Affected
Vor 1 Tag The economic downturn continues to impact the domestic labor market. Around 388,000 people were registered as unemployed or in training with the Public Employment Service (AMS) at the end of October, which corresponds to an increase of about 16,500 people or a growth of 4.4 percent compared to the same month last year.
Kangaroo Stolen from Family City: 2,000 Euro Reward for Information
Vor 1 Tag In the Family City near Kleinhaugsdorf, a young kangaroo has been stolen from the enclosure of Merlin’s Farm. The operators are dismayed. A reward of 2,000 euros has been offered for information on the perpetrator.
Danger from QR Codes: How to Protect Yourself from "Quishing"
Vor 1 Tag QR codes are convenient – but not always safe. In the so-called "Quishing," fraudsters use manipulated QR codes to obtain personal data or spread malware.
Viennese Building Materials Dealer Quester is Insolvent: 290 Jobs at Risk
Vor 1 Tag The Vienna building materials dealer Quester has filed for insolvency. Quester Baustoffhandel GmbH applied for reorganization proceedings without self-administration at the Vienna Commercial Court on Monday.
Viennese Building Materials Dealer Quester is Insolvent: 290 Jobs at Risk
Vor 1 Tag The building materials dealer Quester, based in Vienna, files for insolvency. Quester Baustoffhandel GmbH will file an application for the opening of reorganization proceedings without self-administration at the Vienna Commercial Court on Monday. The company announced this in a press release on Monday.
Woman Attacked by Men Wearing "Scream" Mask
Vor 1 Tag On Sunday evening, a 31-year-old Austrian woman was attacked by two masked strangers in Wattens, Tyrol (Innsbruck-Land district) and was injured during a scuffle.
Vienna Animal Shelter Starts the Pre-Christmas Season
Vor 1 Tag At TierQuarTier Vienna, the annual Christmas wish campaign is starting, where animal residents spend the often lonely time in the shelter through donated heartfelt wishes and gift ideas until they find a new home. Participation is possible through wish trees and donations at partners as well as the new opportunity to set up your own wish trees in various companies.
Car Crashed Against Boulder: Driver Injured
Vor 1 Tag On Sunday evening, a rock fell onto a road in Kirchbichl, Tyrol (Kufstein district) and was hit by a car.
Attention: Scam with Alleged FinanzOnline Messages Circulating
Vor 2 Tagen The State Criminal Office of Upper Austria is currently warning about a scam involving SMS and WhatsApp messages that give the impression they are from FinanzOnline, which is not true.
Violence, Vandalism, Bullying: Everyday School Life Stressful for Many Teachers
Vor 2 Tagen The school climate in Austria is generally good according to an OECD study – nevertheless, violence, vandalism, and bullying are on the rise. Especially young teachers feel increasingly burdened.
Police Caught Escaped Prisoner During Traffic Check in Upper Austria
Vor 2 Tagen On Sunday, a vehicle check became the downfall of an inmate from the Ried correctional facility who did not return from a day release in July.
Year-on-Year Comparison: Household Energy Prices Increased by 7.9 Percent in September
Vor 2 Tagen In September, household energy prices increased by 7.9 percent year-on-year. With an increase of 35.9 percent, electricity was once again a price driver, as shown by the Energy Price Index (EPI) from the Energy Agency.
Here the most expensive house in Vienna-Neubau was sold in 2024
Vor 1 Tag The most expensive building sold in Vienna-Neubau in 2024 is likely also the most discussed building in Vienna at the moment. Correct, the Lamarr shell construction.
No Chance for Burglars: How to Secure Your House and Apartment Effectively
Vor 1 Tag Although the number of burglaries in Austria has generally been declining in recent years, one should not underestimate the danger of unwanted visitors, especially in the darker months of the year. Various measures can be taken to reliably protect one's home from burglaries.High Pressure Influence Brings Sunny Weather
Vor 2 TagenStart of the Bishops' Conference in Vienna
Vor 2 Tagen The Austrian bishops will gather on Monday in Vienna for the autumn plenary assembly. A meeting with Federal President Van der Bellen is planned for Tuesday, announced the Secretary General of the Bishops' Conference, Peter Schipka. This is the fourth meeting since 2017 and the first since the appointment of Josef Grünwidl as Archbishop of Vienna.
Badner Bahn Starts Normal Operations After Route Modernization
2.11.2025 Just in time for the end of the autumn holidays, the Badner Bahn will resume its normal operation from tomorrow, Monday, November 3rd.
Gemma Future Tours Recorded a Record
2.11.2025 In 2025, over 2,000 people participated in one of the 111 Gemma Future Tours between April and October, an increase of 800 compared to the previous year.
"Bud Power": Bud Spencer Beans Now Also Available in Austria
2.11.2025 The Italian actor Bud Spencer, known for action comedies, had a big appetite. His son Giuseppe Pedersoli is now achieving high profits with canned lentils and beans based on Spencer's recipe. These products are now also available in Austria.
ARBÖ Operation After Car Breakdown Due to Animal Prank in Lower Austria
2.11.2025 "I've never had a case like this before," said Edin Redzic, a technician at the ARBÖ inspection center in Groß Siegharts, about the car breakdown in Lower Austria.
Upswing in Austria Still Not in Sight
2.11.2025 In Austria, there has been a bad mood for a long time, and even in 2025, nothing has changed. Those who hoped for a turnaround will be disappointed. A survey, conducted regularly, shows that Austrians perceive their financial and emotional situation as stagnant, according to Dieter Scharitzer, Managing Director of TQS Research and Assistant Professor at the Vienna University of Economics and Business.
Wiederkehr Believes in a Constitutionally Compliant Headscarf Ban
2.11.2025 Education Minister Wiederkehr expressed optimism on Sunday about presenting a constitutionally compliant law for a headscarf ban for girls up to the eighth grade. The objections received from the review are currently being considered. Ultimately, the Constitutional Court decides on the validity, but the framework conditions have changed compared to a few years ago, said Wiederkehr in the ORF "Press Hour".
Commemoration of Victims of Terror Attack in Vienna
Vor 2 Tagen On Sunday, the fifth anniversary of the terrorist attack in Vienna, in which four people lost their lives and many others were injured, will be marked.