Worker Seriously Injured in Accident in Vienna-Mariahilf
13.11.2025 A worker fell on Thursday in Vienna and was seriously injured.
Win a 100 Euro Travel Credit from Bolt Now
18.11.2025 During the Advent season, Christmas markets, punch stands, and company parties are a fixed part of the pre-Christmas routine. To ensure that the journey home is safe and uncomplicated, you can win 100 euros in ride credit from Bolt with us.
Teen Allegedly Threatened Teacher and Classmates in St. Pölten
13.11.2025 A 16-year-old is said to have made a threat against teaching staff as well as fellow students at a higher educational institution in St. Pölten.ÖBB to Modernize Franz-Josefs-Bahn in 2026
13.11.2025 The ÖBB will modernize the infrastructure on the Franz-Josefs-Bahn next year. A focus will be on the Spittelau station.
Lower Austria 2026 with Zero Wage Round in Politics
13.11.2025 In 2026, Lower Austria will implement a zero salary increase for government members, state parliament members, and mayors.
The Christmas Markets in Vienna 2025: Opening Hours and Offerings
17.11.2025 When the scent of punch, chestnuts, and roasted almonds wafts through the streets of Vienna, it's clear: The Christmas season is upon us. In 2025, numerous Christmas markets once again invite you to stroll, feast, and linger. From traditional Advent markets to charming neighborhood events - we have an overview of the opening times and offerings at the Christmas markets in Vienna 2025.
Vienna Greens Demand Price Reductions for District Heating
13.11.2025 On Thursday, the Vienna Greens demanded price reductions for district heating.
Hanke presented plans for Asfinag road projects
13.11.2025 On Thursday, Transport Minister Peter Hanke (SPÖ) presented the plans for Asfinag's road projects.
FPÖ Presents Package for Affordable Housing
13.11.2025 The FPÖ has sharply criticized the housing policy of the federal government and the red-pink city government in Vienna, and presented its own plans for affordable housing, which aim to cap rent increases at two percent and prioritize the allocation of municipal and cooperative housing to Austrians and EU citizens.
Meet Ina Jovanovic in Person – at the Exclusive Meet & Greet with Jägermeister ORANGE
13.11.2025 Vienna, are you expecting a call? The stag is calling – and this time, maybe you! Jägermeister brings "The Stag is Calling! – The Craziest Phone in the City" to the city center on November 21st, with lots of humor, Viennese charm, and plenty of ORANGE. Join our contest now – for an afternoon full of surprises and fun in great company.
Villach and Graz: Relief Fund Established for Victims and Survivors
13.11.2025 The Ministry of Social Affairs and the "White Ring" have established a 15 million euro aid fund for victims of the rampage in Graz and the terrorist attack in Villach 2025 to provide financial and psychosocial support.
Duty-Free Limit Falls: EU Aims to Curb Cheap Packages from China
13.11.2025 The EU finance ministers have agreed to abolish the customs exemption limit of 150 euros for imports from third countries. The measure is primarily intended to curb the flood of packages from China and protect domestic retailers.
Vienna-Schwechat: Man Wanted to Travel with 21 Kilos of Cannabis in Luggage
13.11.2025 At Vienna-Schwechat Airport, 21 kilograms of cannabis herb were discovered in a suitcase from a flight from Bangkok, which was intended for further transport to Frankfurt.
Epstein Files: This is Why the Name Sebastian Kurz Appears
13.11.2025 Former Chancellor Sebastian Kurz is mentioned in chats related to the Epstein files according to a media report. Meanwhile, US President Trump is coming under increasing pressure.
Mahrer also Resigns as President of the Chamber of Commerce
13.11.2025 The days of Harald Mahrer are now also numbered as President of the Chamber of Commerce (WKÖ).
Dogs in Upper Austria Attacked and Bit Walkers
13.11.2025 On Wednesday afternoon, a 65-year-old walker was attacked and injured by two dogs in Steegen (district of Grieskirchen).
Bombshell in the Islamist Scene: Several Arrests in the DACH Region
13.11.2025 During the "Joint Action Day," police and state security in Austria conducted several house searches, interrogations, and arrests to dismantle extremist networks, especially in the digital space, and to enhance security before the Christmas season. Coordinated measures also took place in Germany and Switzerland.
Julianhof in the Styrian Volcanic Land – Retreat with Individuality
24.11.2025 The Southeast Styrian Volcanic Land is no longer a hidden gem for connoisseurs. Between vineyards, pumpkin fields, and thermal spas, a landscape has developed where culinary arts, craftsmanship, and hospitality are closely intertwined. Those seeking relaxation here will find in the Julianhof Premium Guesthouse & Spa a place that uniquely combines privacy and design.
3.42 Per Mille: 46-Year-Old Injures Vienna Police Officer
13.11.2025 In Vienna-Floridsdorf, a loud argument occurred on Wednesday morning between a 52-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, who repeatedly showed aggression towards the police officers. When she was finally arrested, she injured an officer with a kick. A breathalyzer test showed the woman had a blood alcohol level of 3.42 per mille.
Mahrer remains reserved despite succession speculations
13.11.2025 Harald Mahrer is under pressure following internal calls for his resignation from party colleagues, while speculation about possible successors is increasing.
EU Antitrust Proceedings Against Red Bull
13.11.2025 On Thursday, the EU Commission initiated an antitrust investigation against the Salzburg energy drink manufacturer Red Bull.
Car Broken Into in Vienna-Brigittenau: Suspect Caught with Bloody Hands
13.11.2025 After a car break-in at Sachsenplatz in Vienna-Brigittenau, the police arrested a suspected perpetrator on Wednesday. The 33-year-old apparently injured himself while smashing the window.
3.42 Per Mille: 46-Year-Old Injures Vienna Police Officer
13.11.2025 In Vienna-Floridsdorf, a loud argument occurred on Wednesday morning between a 52-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, who repeatedly showed aggression towards the police officers. When she was finally arrested, she injured an officer with a kick. A breathalyzer test showed the woman had a blood alcohol level of 3.42 per mille.
State Governors' Conference in Styria Before Start
13.11.2025 Styria will be the venue for the Governors' Conference this week.
13-Year-Old Robbed by Teenagers at Vienna Westbahnhof
13.11.2025 Two teenagers committed a robbery at the Vienna Westbahnhof on Wednesday and attacked a 13-year-old. The police were able to apprehend the duo after a short search.
Drug Trafficking at Vienna U6 Station: Woman Arrested
13.11.2025 A 42-year-old Austrian woman was arrested in Vienna-Margareten on suspicion of drug trafficking after allegedly selling drug substitutes near the Gumpendorfer Straße subway station. Ketamine and cocaine were also seized.
Shoplifter Caught Red-Handed in Vienna-Brigittenau
13.11.2025 On Wednesday, handcuffs clicked for a shoplifter in Vienna-Brigittenau.
Conference of Provincial Governors in Styria Before Start
13.11.2025 Styria will be the venue for the Governors' Conference this week.
Ten Million Euros Paid Out: Burgenland Receives Special Allocations Earlier This Year
13.11.2025 The municipalities of Burgenland have received part of the demand allocations earlier this year to ensure liquidity and performance capability. A total of ten million euros has already been transferred.
Supermarkets Test Fish Assortment for PFAS Chemicals After Greenpeace Test
13.11.2025 Following a concerning report by Greenpeace about the presence of toxic PFAS chemicals in fish, mussels, and crabs from the North and Baltic Seas, several supermarkets are now taking action.
Government Improves Additional Income Rule for AMS Training
13.11.2025 The federal government wants to amend the Unemployment Insurance Act. The reason is an unintended consequence of the new regulation, which from January 2026 will restrict minor additional earnings while receiving unemployment benefits or emergency assistance.
Weather: Autumn Shows Its Full Spectrum
13.11.2025 The countdown to the weekend is on. But what weather do the next few days have in store?
Free HPV Vaccination Offer in Austria is Ending
13.11.2025 Nur noch wenige Wochen bleibt die HPV-Impfung in Österreich für 21- bis 29-Jährige kostenfrei, die ersten Schritte für das Angebot müssen bis Ende 2025 abgeschlossen sein, betonen die Krebshilfe und AGO-Austria.
Vienna Medical Association Criticizes Plans for Lorenz Böhler Hospital
13.11.2025 Currently, the Lorenz Böhler Hospital in Vienna is being renovated and supplemented with a modular section. As announced by the AUVA last Friday, a shock room or polytrauma care for severely injured patients is not planned at the location.
"Plan Z": Wiederkehr Wants to Transform School "for Real Life"
14.11.2025 On Thursday, Education Minister Christoph Wiederkehr (NEOS) advocated for a reform of Austria's education system "without taboos."
Triple Lotto Jackpot Cracked
13.11.2025 The lottery triple jackpot with 3.5 million euros was hit in Upper Austria. Next Friday, an extra 30,000 euros await in the lottery bonus draw.
Donation Fraud After Graz Rampage: Woman Remains in Custody
14.11.2025 On Thursday, the pre-trial detention for the alleged donation fraudster in Graz at the Jakomini correctional facility was extended, said the Graz public prosecutor's office upon APA inquiry."Magical Christmas" at IMMERSIUM:WIEN Experience
13.11.2025 The IMMERSIUM:VIENNA kicks off the Christmas season with an inclusive winter adventure. Starting November 14, "Magical Christmas" transports visitors into a sparkling world of experiences – with elves, snowball fights, international Christmas knowledge, and a collaboration with Light into Darkness.
Mahrer remains reserved despite succession speculations
13.11.2025 Harald Mahrer is under pressure from internal calls for resignation by party colleagues, while speculation about possible successors is increasing.
Christmas Markets Invite to the "Marchfeld Castle Kingdom"
13.11.2025 This year, the "Marchfeld Castles" invites you again during the pre-Christmas season with Christmas markets and special tours to "Advent in the Castles".
"No Folk Dance or Schuhplattler Course": Orientation Courses Will Now Last Five Days
13.11.2025 The mandatory orientation courses for refugees will in the future take five days.
Touching: Couple Marries in Palliative Care Unit in Lower Austria
13.11.2025 Touching moment at a palliative care unit in Lower Austria: A man with cancer and his long-time partner exchanged vows.
During Probationary Period: 18-Year-Old in Leoben Again Suspected of Terrorism
13.11.2025 An 18-year-old, who was already convicted for a planned attack on a school, is once again facing trial as he consumed radical Islamist content and obtained information on bomb-making during his probation period, as announced by the Leoben public prosecutor's office.
Water Buffalo from the Vienna Zoo Schönbrunn in Use at the Leiser Berge Nature Park
13.11.2025 Two female domestic water buffalo from the Schönbrunn Zoo are now in use at the Leiser Berge Nature Park.
Grandymoon: Three Generations on a Journey
14.11.2025 What used to be the honeymoon is now the grandymoon: More and more families are discovering the charm of multi-generational trips, where grandparents, parents, and children travel together. The harry’s home hotels & apartments are perfectly suited for this new family vacation trend.
Trio Used Tools Stolen from Fire Department for Attempted ATM Break-Ins in Vienna & Lower Austria
13.11.2025 After four attempted break-ins at ATMs in Lower Austria and Vienna, a trio is in pre-trial detention at the Korneuburg correctional facility. The men, two Serbs and a Kosovar aged between 45 and 64, used battery-powered spreaders and rescue shears, which they had previously stolen from the fire department, according to police information on Thursday. These tools have since been returned. The trio is also accused of a break-in in northern Germany.
Pure Romance in Vienna's Streets: Christmas Market at Spittelberg 2025 Enchants Again
13.11.2025 The Christmas Market at Spittelberg 2025 transforms the historic Biedermeier district into a romantic Advent village starting November 14. Between cobblestones, lantern light, and festively decorated stalls, visitors experience a very special Christmas flair here.
Up to 30 Years in Prison: Abuse Trial for Viennese Man in Florida Planned
13.11.2025 The 25-year-old Austrian must face trial next year in Florida for abuse and kidnapping of a minor. The proceedings could result in up to 30 years in prison for the Viennese IT technician.Here the Southern Lights appeared
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