Farm in Vienna: "In the supermarket, offers are often made that undermine our prices"
21.11.2025 Andreas Prohaska has operated the Prohaska organic farm in Donaustadt for years. A conversation about prices, customers, and the future of agriculture in Vienna.Ski Helmets Impress in VKI Test
21.11.2025
"Failure Across the Board": FPÖ Attacks Babler Head-On
20.11.2025 The FPÖ sharply criticized Vice Chancellor Andreas Babler in the National Council and accused him of failure in social policy. The government defended its course – citing, among other things, the rent price cap and anti-inflation packages.
900-Page Report on SOS Children's Village Received by Public Prosecutor's Office
20.11.2025 The Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office has received the internal investigation report, over 900 pages long, on irregularities at SOS Children's Villages. The report contains confidential names and is now being legally reviewed.
Billa Home Delivery is Discontinued
20.11.2025 Billa will end its own home delivery service in Eastern Austria at the end of January 2026 and will close two warehouses in Vienna. For the approximately 250 employees at the two Billa warehouse locations, there will be job offers within the company.Green Light for Ski Races at Semmering
20.11.2025Good News After Damage to District Heating Line in Vienna-Simmering
20.11.2025 After a technical defect in a district heating line occurred in the area of Kaiser-Ebersdorfer-Straße in Simmering on the night of Wednesday, Wiener Netze reported on Thursday morning the repair of a partial damage to the line.
Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Stops by This Hofer Branch in Lower Austria
20.11.2025 The Coca-Cola Christmas truck can still be seen in November at the Lower Austrian Hofer branch Bauhausstraße 3 in Bad Fischau.
Asylum: Registration Office Schattendorf Facing Closure
21.11.2025 In Burgenland, the asylum registration center in Schattendorf is facing closure. It will happen at the end of December.Song Contest: Basel Stayed Under Budget
20.11.2025 This year's ESC host city Basel has remained under the budget set at 35 million Swiss Francs according to a sustainability report.
Panda Special Tour at the Vienna Zoo Schönbrunn
20.11.2025 The Vienna Zoo Schönbrunn now offers a special tour for panda fans. All the information can be found here.
Water for Horses: Fire Department in Lower Austria in Action
20.11.2025 In Oberwaltersdorf (Baden District), the volunteer fire department completed a rather unusual assistance operation. The helpers were called on Tuesday for emergency water supply for horses at a riding stable.
Water for Horses: Fire Department in Lower Austria in Action
20.11.2025 In Oberwaltersdorf (Baden District), the volunteer fire department completed a rather unusual assistance mission. The helpers were called on Tuesday to provide emergency water supply for horses at a riding stable.
Hybrid Batteries Stolen from Cars: Duo Arrested in Vienna
20.11.2025 After a series of thefts of hybrid batteries from vehicles, investigators have apprehended two men in Vienna. The duo was proven to have committed 15 offenses with a total damage of over 80,000 euros.
500 Million Euros Annually: New Health Reform Fund to Strengthen Care
20.11.2025 On Thursday, the ÖVP-SPÖ-NEOS coalition once again presented in detail the Health Reform Fund, which was initiated the day before in the Council of Ministers. According to the plan, the new instrument will provide around 500 million euros annually for a period of five years.
Gas and Nuclear Power Classified as Sustainable: Austria Appeals Against Decision
20.11.2025 Austria is now appealing against a decision by the EU court in Luxembourg, which in September dismissed Austria's lawsuit against the classification of nuclear energy and gas as sustainable.
Viennese Researcher Sees Reduced Meat Consumption as Key to Climate Protection
20.11.2025 Eating less meat is, according to the scientist for sustainable consumption behavior research at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (Boku), Laura Maria Wallnöfer, a simple and effective contribution to climate protection.
ARBÖ Tips for Drivers in the Cold Season
22.11.2025 Currently, a cold front is crossing the country, and weather forecasts suggest that it could snow in the lower regions of eastern Austria for the first time starting Friday.December 16: Win Hug-A-Lumps from ZURU
16.12.2025
Vienna's Debt Mountain Could Double by 2030
20.11.2025 The Vienna ÖVP warns of a possible doubling of the city's debt by 2030. The current budget path does not foresee sufficient consolidation.
Asylum: Registration Office Schattendorf Facing Closure
20.11.2025 In Burgenland, the asylum registration center in Schattendorf is facing closure. It will happen at the end of November.
Freight Carrier Protest in Vienna Postponed
20.11.2025 After the increase in truck tolls for 2026, domestic freight carriers are demanding relief in other areas and are negotiating with the Ministry of Transport. A protest drive planned for November 26 in Vienna has been postponed for the time being.
Stabbing in Vienna-Floridsdorf: Victim Out of Danger
21.11.2025 The two victims of a stabbing that occurred on Wednesday evening in Vienna-Floridsdorf are now out of life-threatening danger.
Fire Red: Last Adhesive Vignette Now Available
20.11.2025 As of today, the adhesive vignette 2026 in fiery red is available at 6,000 ASFINAG sales points domestically and abroad. It is the last adhesive vignette - from February 1, 2027, only the digital variants will be available.
Weather: Weekend Brings Snow
20.11.2025 The wintry weather continues into the weekend initially with light snowfall reaching lower altitudes and a significant drop in temperature.
Prisoner Escapes from Hospital in Wiener Neustadt
20.11.2025 A prisoner in pre-trial detention for fraud escaped from a hospital in Wiener Neustadt last Sunday, as confirmed by the Ministry of Justice to ORF Lower Austria. The police search is currently in full swing.
KV Negotiations: Job Satisfaction in Retail at an All-Time Low
20.11.2025 The upcoming collective bargaining negotiations in the trade sector once again bring the unsatisfactory wage situation of employees into focus, as according to the current labor climate index of the AK OÖ, a significant proportion of retail employees, especially in the grocery retail sector, are dissatisfied with their income.
Good News After Damage to District Heating Line in Vienna-Simmering
20.11.2025 After a technical defect in a district heating line occurred in the area of Kaiser-Ebersdorfer-Straße in Simmering on the night of Wednesday, Wiener Netze reported on Thursday morning the repair of a partial damage to the line.
After Inspections of AMA Pig Farm in Lower Austria: Development of Measures Started
20.11.2025 The official inspections due to possible grievances in an AMA pig farm in the Hollabrunn district were completed on Wednesday evening.
Vienna-Währing: 97-Year-Old in Flames After Accident with Gas Stove
20.11.2025 In Vienna-Währing, a tragic incident occurred when a 97-year-old woman apparently caught fire while handling a gas stove and died despite immediate rescue efforts by the Vienna Fire Department.
Discount Madness on Black Friday: Experts Warn
20.11.2025 In view of the increasing discount frenzy on Black Friday and Cyber Monday, experts warn against hasty purchases and fraud risks in online retail, while Amazon emerges as the big winner of the discount battle.
Fire Red: Last Adhesive Vignette Now Available
20.11.2025 As of today, the adhesive vignette 2026 in fiery red is available at 6,000 ASFINAG sales points domestically and abroad. It is the last adhesive vignette - from February 1, 2027, only the digital variants will be available.
New Vienna Deputy Police Chief Calls for Increased Cooperation Against Youth Crime
20.11.2025 Youth crime continues to be a significant challenge in Vienna, emphasizes Dieter Csefan, the new Vice President of the Vienna State Police, and advocates for increased cooperation among all relevant actors to better coordinate preventive and follow-up measures.
New on Netflix, Sky & Co.: The Releases from November 24 to 30
20.11.2025 From November 24 to 30, there are many new film and series releases on streaming platforms like Netflix, Sky, and others. Here is an overview of all the releases.
Ryanair withdraws five aircraft from Vienna: 120 employees affected
20.11.2025 The Irish low-cost airline Ryanair is implementing the withdrawal of five of the 19 aircraft from Vienna and has registered around 120 employees with the AMS early warning system.
Headscarf Ban in Schools: Government Expects Around 12,000 Affected Girls
20.11.2025 According to the government, around 12,000 girls under the age of 14 would currently be affected by the headscarf ban in schools.
Man Injured WEGA Officer in Vienna-Simmering
20.11.2025 During an arrest in Vienna-Simmering on Wednesday, one person was injured. The person affected was a WEGA police officer.Choking Hazard: This Toy from Ravensburger is Being Recalled
20.11.2025 Ravensburger recalls two of its toys for toddlers due to a choking hazard. The products in question are the "Pop-it Spinner" in leopard and monkey designs.
48er Winter Service is Prepared for Cold and Snow in Vienna
20.11.2025 With cold and snow, the 48ers must balance traffic safety and environmental protection. The municipal department for winter services in Vienna is well prepared.
Cobra Operation at School in Lichtenwörth: No Threat Detected
20.11.2025 The police shared new findings on Thursday following the Cobra operation related to a school in Lichtenwörth (Wiener Neustadt district) from Tuesday.
Vienna-Währing: 97-Year-Old in Flames After Accident with Gas Stove
20.11.2025 In Vienna-Währing, a tragic incident occurred when a 97-year-old woman apparently caught fire while handling a gas stove and, despite immediate rescue measures by the Vienna Fire Department, passed away.
Cocaine Dealer Arrested in Vienna-Wieden
20.11.2025 On Wednesday, handcuffs clicked for a 41-year-old in Vienna-Wieden after he was observed selling cocaine.
Football World Cup: Herzog Wants Group with Argentina
20.11.2025 Andreas Herzog would like to see Austria compete against the defending champion at the Football World Cup. "It would be cool to play against Argentina, against the world champion, so that they get to know us too," said the 57-year-old.
Return for More Inclusion Instead of Special Schools in Austria
20.11.2025 Education Minister Christoph Wiederkehr criticizes the increased expansion of special schools in some federal states as a breach of UN conventions and advocates for more inclusive school forms.
Espionage Trial: Egisto Ott Must Appear in Court in January
20.11.2025 The trial against the former constitutional protector Egisto Ott for espionage and abuse of office begins on January 22, with the Vienna public prosecutor accusing him of passing secret data to Russian intelligence services.
88-Year-Old Missing in Korneuburg District: Drone Located Him in the Forest
20.11.2025 On Monday, a search operation for an 88-year-old in the Korneuburg district ended successfully.
"Koralmjet": Renewed Railjet Ready for Southern Railway
20.11.2025 The ÖBB has presented the first modernized Railjet train set. The trains are being upgraded both technically and in terms of comfort. By 2031, all 60 Railjets in the existing fleet are to be comprehensively renewed. The first train is named "Koralmjet". After 15 years of operation, about half of the planned service life has been reached.