Commencement of Duty for Five New Data Detection Dogs at the Police
26.09.2025 On Friday, five newly trained data detection dogs started their service with the police. The four-legged friends were specifically trained to target and locate digital evidence such as laptops and mobile phones.
Increase in Corona Cases Causes Shortages in Blood Supplies: Red Cross Appeals for Blood Donations
26.09.2025 The increasing number of COVID-19 cases has now also caused a shortage of blood supplies. As a result, there are already delays or cancellations of surgeries in some cases.
500 Jobs at Lenzing in Danger - First Job Cuts This Year?
26.09.2025 At the fiber manufacturer Lenzing, up to 500 jobs could be cut according to media reports – 200 of them this year. The affected employees are likely to be mostly administrative staff.
"Bright Spots of Austria": Vienna Commemorates Republic Anniversaries
26.09.2025 From October 1st to mid-January 2026, the light installation "Austria's Glimpses of Light - Chromotopia Austria" will transform the Neue Burg of the Hofburg Vienna and Heldenplatz into a work of art. The occasion marks 80 years of freedom, 70 years of sovereignty, and 30 years of EU membership, as announced by the Burghauptmannschaft.
Package Shipping with DHL Express Becomes More Expensive
26.09.2025 DHL Express announced a price increase in Austria on Friday. Starting January 1, 2026, parcel shipping via the subsidiary of Deutsche Post will cost 4.9 percent more.
These services have become more expensive again
26.09.2025 The producer prices for services increased by 2 percent in the second quarter of this year compared to the same quarter last year.
Tragic Fall: Woman in Upper Austria Trapped Between Train and Platform and Seriously Injured
26.09.2025 A 48-year-old woman was seriously injured in the early hours of Friday in Neuhofen an der Krems while trying to catch a departing train.
Different Regulations for Social Assistance in the Federal States
26.09.2025 The coalition plans a reform of the social welfare system, which by 2027 will include a unified regulation at the federal level and an "integration phase" specifically for immigrants. Currently, there are different regulations in the individual federal states, here is an overview.
Lobau Demonstrators Are Back: Protest in Vienna
26.09.2025 With loud protest, the environmental organization Greenpeace reacted on Friday morning to the decision of Transport Minister Peter Hanke to continue pursuing the construction of the Lobau Tunnel.
Assistant Coach on Rangnick: "He Needs a Bit More Rest Now"
26.09.2025 Before the duels in the World Cup qualification with San Marino and Romania, ÖFB head coach Ralf Rangnick has been in the University Clinic Murnau in Germany for more than a week. Assistant coach Lars Kornetka does not expect the successful coach to miss the double: "We are very confident that he will be there."
Barefoot, Screaming, Violent: Man Went on a Rampage in Vienna Hotel
26.09.2025 A police operation due to a disruptive guest in a Vienna hotel ended on Thursday evening with an injured officer.
Beaten and Strangled: Homeless Man Attacked Police Officer in Vienna City Center
26.09.2025 A homeless man was uncooperative during an identity check by the police on Thursday and attacked the officers.
New Record: Night Run Attracted 22,000 to the Vienna Ring
26.09.2025 The "erste bank vienna night run" outdid itself on Thursday. 22,000 runners marked a new record for the event.
Car Burglar Caught Red-Handed in Vienna-Hernals
26.09.2025 A 33-year-old was caught in the act and arrested on Thursday in Vienna-Hernals during a car break-in after witnesses overpowered him.
Austrian Woman Shot in Costa Rica
26.09.2025 In Costa Rica, the bodies of a 57-year-old Austrian woman and a 60-year-old German man were found with gunshot wounds on a finca near Quepos.
Hainburg 2
26.09.2025 Guest commentary by Johannes Huber. The SPÖ is pushing through the Lobau Tunnel under the leadership of Transport Minister Peter Hanke. The Greens are furious, but as a party, they benefit from it.
"Zero Tolerance": Campaign Launch with a Clear Message
26.09.2025 The ÖVP is launching a new campaign titled "Zero Tolerance" on the topic of deportations. According to the party, the focus is on criminal asylum seekers, particularly from Syria and Afghanistan.
Heating Cost Subsidy: Who Can Still Receive Up to 1,000 Euros
26.09.2025 The persistently high energy costs continue to heavily burden many Austrian households. To alleviate this financial strain, various federal states are once again offering grants and assistance in 2025.
These New Rules for Bank Transfers Will Soon Come Into Effect
9.10.2025 As of October 9, the IBAN name matching for transfers will become mandatory, and all banks must offer real-time transfers for transactions within the Eurozone.
Kickl announces FPÖ "Joker" for Federal Presidential Election 2028
26.09.2025 FPÖ leader Herbert Kickl plans to have his own candidate for the presidential election in 2028 – however, he did not mention a name. In the interview, he also spoke about coalitions, neutrality, and Russia.
Opening of the Vienna Kaiser Wiesn 2025
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"Lots of Fat, Little Impact": Meinl-Reisinger Criticizes UN Structures
26.09.2025 Foreign Minister Meinl-Reisinger sees the United Nations in a deep crisis 80 years after its founding. Reforms are overdue – especially regarding the veto power in the Security Council.
Vienna Budget Decision Planned Before Christmas
25.09.2025 December instead of November for the budget resolution: The Vienna budget resolution is now planned later than initially expected.
ESC 2026 with Israel? It Gets Serious in November
25.09.2025 Regarding a possible participation of Israel in the ESC in Vienna, things will get serious in November. The EBU is convening an extraordinary general assembly.
SOS Children's Village: Klagenfurt Public Prosecutor Investigates Carinthian State Employees
25.09.2025 The public prosecutor's office in Klagenfurt has initiated proceedings against officials of the state of Carinthia on suspicion of abuse of office. Upon request from APA, spokesperson Markus Kitz confirmed a report by ORF Carinthia.
Federal and State Governments Discuss Social Welfare Reform
25.09.2025 Thursday brought a meeting on the planned social welfare reform.SOS Children's Village: Klagenfurt Public Prosecutor Investigates Carinthian State Employees
25.09.2025 The public prosecutor's office in Klagenfurt has initiated proceedings against officials of the state of Carinthia on suspicion of abuse of office. Upon request from APA, spokesperson Markus Kitz confirmed a report by ORF Carinthia.
Vienna Budget Decision Planned Before Christmas
25.09.2025 December instead of November for the budget resolution: The Vienna budget resolution is now planned later than initially expected.
NGO Financing: FPÖ Initiates "Small Inquiry Committee"
25.09.2025 The parliamentary correspondence reported on Thursday that the subcommittee of the Court of Audit Committee of the National Council will deal with state subsidies and performance agreements of non-profit associations.
“Octoberfest Weekend”: Hard Rock Cafe Vienna invites you to a rocking Wiesn
25.09.2025 "O’zapft is" is the call from Thursday, October 2 to Sunday, October 5, 2025, at the Hard Rock Cafe Vienna. The popular traditional festival moves to Rotenturmstraße for a weekend – with authentic Wiesn atmosphere, live music, and plenty of fun. One of the weekend's highlights is the Oktoberfest Brunch "Rock The Maß" on Saturday, October 4, 2025.
Signs for the Construction of the Lobau Tunnel Look Good
25.09.2025 Transport Minister Peter Hanke (SPÖ) announced on Thursday at the Asfinag headquarters in the federal capital "the completion of the S1 Vienna Outer Ring Expressway." The start of the first of the two sections is planned for the coming spring. For the second section with the Lobau Tunnel, the approval procedures are not yet completed.
27-Year-Old Confessed to Arson Series in Fischamend
25.09.2025 Criminal investigators from Lower Austria have solved several arson cases in Fischamend (district Bruck a. d. Leitha) from August with the arrest of a 27-year-old local resident.
Learning Platform for Real Life: freifach.at Launched
25.09.2025 The new educational platform freifach.at is online. It provides young people with knowledge that is relevant in everyday life but often neglected in school - including topics such as taxes, insurance, or rental agreements.
Trial on Sexual Offenses Against Twelve-Year-Old Started in Vienna
25.09.2025 In the federal capital, a trial concerning sexual acts with a then twelve-year-old, which according to the indictment occurred in the 10th district of Vienna, began on Thursday.
Contest for the Cinema Release of "FUNNY PEOPLE"
25.09.2025 On October 2nd, the heartwarming buddy story "HOW LIFE SOMETIMES PLAYS" starts in local cinemas. We are giving away movie tickets and vouchers for the French café Le Bol in Vienna.
He is responsible for the stage design for the ESC 2026 in Vienna
25.09.2025 Florian Wieder will have a hand in the stage design for the ESC 2026 in Vienna.
EU Funding: Domestic Researchers Secured Over 1.5 Billion Euros
25.09.2025 Domestic institutions have exceeded the mark of 1.5 billion euros in funds raised under the EU framework program for research funding called "Horizon Europe," which has been running since 2021.
Strong Increase in Food Prices in Austria
25.09.2025 Austria has had to cope with a significant increase in food prices. An ECB analysis sees an increase of 33 percent compared to the end of 2019.
New Kindergarten in the Vienna Sophienspital Area to Open in Spring 2026
25.09.2025 In the new urban district "sophie7" in Vienna-Neubau, a seven-group kindergarten is being built. Registrations are already possible now.
Vienna Kaiser Wiesn 2025 Opens: "Life is a Celebration!" in the Prater
26.09.2025 The Vienna Kaiser Wiesn 2025 is officially opened. Under the motto "Life is a Fest!" the starting signal for Austria's largest traditional and Oktoberfest was given on Thursday morning in the Vienna Prater. Present were: Mayor Michael Ludwig, District Chairman Alexander Nikolai, and numerous prominent guests.
Burglary Series in Styrian Farm Shops: Six Teenagers Charged
25.09.2025 Six teenagers are said to be responsible for 14 burglaries in farm shops and newspaper stands in Styria.
More and More Food Ends Up in the Trash in Austria
25.09.2025 In Austrian households, more and more food is being disposed of. According to a survey by Iglo Austria, presented on Thursday for the International Day against Food Waste, 80 percent of respondents stated that they throw away food. In 2023, it was still 68 percent.
Knife Attack in Vienna-Meidling: Police Separate Fighting Men
25.09.2025 In an apartment in Vienna-Meidling, a bloody altercation occurred between two men on Wednesday. The police had to intervene, and one of the brawlers was handcuffed.
Infringement Procedure Against Austria Initiated: What It's About
25.09.2025 The EU Commission has initiated infringement proceedings against more than a dozen countries, including Austria.
Federal and States Discuss Social Assistance Reform
25.09.2025 Minister Schumann had commissioned a statement from the Constitutional Service of the Federal Chancellery, which was made public via "Press" the day before today's meeting. According to it, for reasons of equal treatment, the planned "integration phase" should apply not only to immigrants but to all candidates - and thus also to Austrian citizens. This report supported a view that the Ministry of Social Affairs had already communicated two weeks ago - and which had caused irritation among the coalition partners ÖVP and NEOS.
New Vienna Tram Line 27 Connects Floridsdorf and Donaustadt from October
25.09.2025 Starting in October, the new tram line 27 will connect Floridsdorf with Aspern Nord. Six new stops, climate-friendly planning, and quick transfers are expected to ease the burden for thousands of passengers.
Drug Dealer Caught in Vienna-Ottakring
25.09.2025 In Vienna-Ottakring, a 43-year-old man was arrested on Wednesday evening. The police seized approximately 3,160 grams of cocaine and almost 9,000 euros in cash.
Dispute Among Ex-Partners in Vienna-Favoriten Escalated
25.09.2025 After an escalated altercation between ex-partners in Vienna-Favoriten, both parties were arrested on Wednesday night.
26-Year-Old in Vienna-Brigittenau Threatened Friends with Murder
25.09.2025 On the night of Thursday, the police were alerted due to a violent altercation in an apartment in the Wallensteinstraße-Jägerstraße area in Vienna-Brigittenau.
Apartment Available - But No One Rents? This is Behind the Dilemma
27.09.2025 According to a survey, many Austrians would rent out their second home – but concerns about damages, tenancy law, and return are stalling the housing market.
Signs for the Construction of the Lobau Tunnel Look Promising
25.09.2025 Transport Minister Peter Hanke (SPÖ) announced on Thursday at the Asfinag headquarters in the federal capital "the completion of the S1 Vienna Outer Ring Expressway." The start of the first of the two sections is planned for the coming spring. For the second section with the Lobau Tunnel, the approval procedures are not yet completed.
Travel Information System: Change is Imminent
25.09.2025 With regard to the travel information system of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, there will be a change.
Knife Attack in Vienna-Meidling: Police Separate Fighting Men
25.09.2025 In an apartment in Vienna-Meidling, a bloody altercation occurred between two men on Wednesday. The police had to intervene, and one of the brawlers was handcuffed.
Austria and Germany Slow Down on EU Combustion Engine Ban
25.09.2025 Economy Minister Hattmannsdorfer and his German counterpart Reiche spoke out against the EU's ban on combustion engines for passenger cars and light commercial vehicles during a meeting in Berlin, advocating for technological openness and the recognition of CO2-neutral fuels.
Dispute Among Ex-Partners in Vienna-Favoriten Escalated
25.09.2025 After an escalated altercation between ex-partners in Vienna-Favoriten, both parties were arrested on the night of Wednesday.
SOS Children's Village: Klagenfurt Public Prosecutor Investigates Carinthian State Employees
25.09.2025 The public prosecutor's office in Klagenfurt has initiated proceedings against officials of the state of Carinthia on suspicion of abuse of office. Upon request from APA, spokesperson Markus Kitz confirmed a report by ORF Carinthia.