Chamber of Labor Demands Stricter Measures Against Social Fraud in Companies
24.09.2025 In addition to monitoring sick leave, the Chamber of Labor is now also demanding tougher sanctions against companies that manipulate wages or employ illegally. The SPÖ is negotiating with the ÖVP and NEOS on a comprehensive package.
Ministry of Finance Warns About This Fraudulent Website
25.09.2025 On Wednesday, the Ministry of Finance warned about a fraudulent website with a fake investment project that appears in the design of orf.at. Among other things, there is a manipulated video featuring Federal President Alexander Van der Bellen.
Suspicion of Fraud Regarding Donation Appeal After Graz Rampage: Police Investigate
24.09.2025 According to research by the magazine "Profil", there is suspicion of fraud in a GoFundMe fundraising campaign for the survivors of the rampage in Graz. The police are investigating a suspected fraudster who allegedly collected more than 37,000 euros.
Bicycle Accident in St. Pölten: Search for Witnesses
24.09.2025 In St. Pölten, a bicycle accident with a seriously injured person occurred over the weekend. An e-bike rider reported a head-on collision on Harlander Straße with someone approximately 14 to 18 years old.
Imprisonment for Drunk Driver After Accident in Burgenland
24.09.2025 After an accident with a fatality on the B50 near Oslip in Burgenland, a verdict has now been reached.
Outpatient Patients - Momentum for Call for Joint Planning
24.09.2025 Vienna receives support in the dispute over the treatment of guest patients for the call for a joint hospital and health planning for the eastern region from ÖGK Chairman Andreas Huss.
"Make Improvements Yourself": Vienna Activists Paint Their Own Zebra Crossing in Hernals
24.09.2025 One of the offshoots of the "Last Generation", the "Resistance Collective Vienna", independently painted a zebra crossing in Vienna-Hernals on the night of this Wednesday.
Coalition Advocates for Stricter Gun Laws
24.09.2025 The government used Wednesday to promote the upcoming stricter gun laws.
After Tyrol and Carinthia: Suspicion of Abuse in Salzburg SOS Children's Village
24.09.2025 A former employee of the SOS Children's Village Seekirchen is suspected of sexually abusing two girls, prompting the Salzburg public prosecutor's office to launch an investigation. The suspect already has a relevant criminal record.
LNR-Case: Vienna Real Estate Entrepreneur Neugebauer Files Objection Against Indictment
3.10.2025 The real estate entrepreneur Lukas Neugebauer is contesting an indictment by the WKStA on suspicion of fraudulent bankruptcy.
Griss will examine SOS Children's Village structures after allegations
24.09.2025 Following reports of alleged abuse at two SOS Children's Village locations in Carinthia and Tyrol, Irmgard Griss, the chairwoman of the recently established investigation commission, emphasized that she wants to thoroughly review the organization's structures.
Severely Injured After Collision in Styria
24.09.2025 In Styria, a collision between a car and a pedestrian occurred on Tuesday.
After Cyberattack: Continued Disruptions at Berlin Airport
24.09.2025 Travelers at Berlin Airport continue to face significant delays, flight cancellations, and long wait times following a cyberattack on an IT system. Several European airports, including Brussels, Dublin, and London Heathrow, reported similar issues with passenger processing.
Fatal Accident on the B13: Coach Collides with Car
24.09.2025 In Laab im Walde, there was a serious traffic accident on Tuesday between a Dutch tour bus and a car. The car driver died at the scene of the accident.
Premieres, Triumphs, Boos: This is Israel's ESC History
24.09.2025 Triumphs - but also booing, the first non-European country at the ESC and the first country represented by a transgender person: Israel's history at the Eurovision Song Contest is anything but boring. A retrospective.
"Will be extremely impressive": Anticipation for the equestrian tournament in Schönbrunn
24.09.2025 Two days separate Vienna from the Global Champions Tour. "My horses are very fit, we have a very strong team at the start," said the Austrian Katharina Rhomberg of the Shanghai Swans.
Quotes for Older Workers? This is What Schellhorn Says
24.09.2025 Deregulation State Secretary Josef Schellhorn is apparently not a fan of the quotas for older workers proposed by Social Minister Korinna Schumann.
Viennese Social Assistance Model Faces Opposition from Carinthia
24.09.2025 The Vienna social assistance model is facing opposition - notably from Carinthia's new SPÖ leader Daniel Fellner. He expressed his views in the "Kurier".Waves Vienna celebrates 15th anniversary with grand opening show
24.09.2025 On October 1st, Waves Vienna kicks off its 15th edition. The anniversary will be celebrated with a grand opening show and 120 acts."Civil Servant of the Year" Awarded
23.09.2025
Boy Dies After Falling From Window in Vienna
23.09.2025 A seven-year-old boy, who was in critical condition after falling from a window in Vienna-Penzing, has died from his injuries. This was confirmed by the General Hospital Vienna on Tuesday.
Fatality in Collision of Car with Coach in Lower Austria
23.09.2025 A car collided with a tour bus on Tuesday in Laab im Walde (Mödling district).
Arrest After Series of Fires in the Mödling District
23.09.2025 After a series of six fires in Guntramsdorf in the Mödling district, a 17-year-old teenager was arrested on Monday. The police announced upon request that the teenager was transferred to the Wiener Neustadt correctional facility.
Viennese Music Store Klangfarbe Continues: Reorganization Plan Accepted
23.09.2025 One of the largest music retailers in Austria remains: The creditors of the Vienna music store Klangfarbe have agreed to the restructuring plan, informed the credit protection association AKV on Tuesday.
New Swimming Hall for Vienna-Liesing: Construction Start at Höpflerbad
23.09.2025 In recent years, the Swimming Pool Construction Program 2030 has already brought some improvements to Vienna's swimming landscape - and it continues: Now Vienna-Liesing is getting a new, climate-friendly swimming hall, specifically at the location of the popular Höpflerbad.
OLG Wien reduces penalty against Hochegger in Telekom affair
23.09.2025 In the more than ten-year-old black money affair involving lobbyist Peter Hochegger and the partially nationalized Telekom Austria, a new verdict has been reached.
"Kickl to Attack": FPÖ Leader Goes on Autumn Tour
23.09.2025 The FPÖ is launching its next mobilization campaign: The so-called "Autumn Offensive" is intended to give the Blues nationwide presence – with regional events, craft stands, and party leader Herbert Kickl "to get in touch with".
Griss will examine SOS Children's Village structures after allegations
24.09.2025 Following reports of alleged abuse at two SOS Children's Village locations in Carinthia and Tyrol, Irmgard Griss, the chairwoman of the recently established investigation commission, emphasized that she wants to thoroughly review the organization's structures.
Few Mental Health Services in Austria's Schools
23.09.2025 Teachers have more responsibilities than just imparting knowledge, but resources for mental health are largely lacking. A survey of 2,500 teachers during the "Mental Health Days" shows this. Experts emphasized the need for more information, regular exchange among colleagues, and a support network.
Stocker praises social partners after metalworkers' collective agreement conclusion
23.09.2025 The quick agreement on wage increases in the metal industry was praised as a responsible decision in economically challenging times. Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker (ÖVP) said this was the right thing for Austria.
Motorcyclist Run Over and Killed After Fall on A2
23.09.2025 On Monday evening, a 20-year-old was run over and killed by a car on the Südautobahn (A2) in the Leobersdorf area (Baden district) after a fall with his motorcycle.
Moose "Emil" Enjoys Cooler Temperatures in the Bohemian Forest
23.09.2025 Moose "Emil", who was tranquilized and brought to the Bohemian Forest on Monday after several weeks of wandering in Austria, is doing well and is active there.
Climate Goals: Greens Target SPÖ
23.09.2025 The Green Party intends to use the National Council meeting on Wednesday to criticize the "delaying tactics" of the federal government regarding the EU climate targets. In particular, the SPÖ wants to target the opposition party during the European hour.
Armed Robbery in Vienna-Floridsdorf: Perpetrators Fled on E-Moped
23.09.2025 A 43-year-old man was the victim of an armed robbery on the open street in Vienna-Floridsdorf on Monday evening.
Ban Caused 18-Year-Old to Snap in Vienna-Ottakring
23.09.2025 An aggressive 18-year-old triggered a police operation in Vienna-Ottakring on Monday afternoon.
Severely Injured in Traffic Accident in Vienna-Donaustadt
23.09.2025 On Tuesday, there was a traffic accident in Vienna-Donaustadt involving a truck and a pedestrian.
Climate Goals: Greens Target SPÖ
23.09.2025 The Green Party intends to use the National Council meeting on Wednesday to criticize the federal government's "delaying tactics" regarding the EU climate targets. In particular, the SPÖ wants to target the opposition party during the European Hour.
Cyclist Got Caught Under Bus in Accident in Vienna-Floridsdorf
23.09.2025 In Vienna-Floridsdorf, there was an accident on Monday where a cyclist was hit by a bus after a failed overtaking maneuver.
Desolate Car with Numerous Defects Stopped in Lower Austria
23.09.2025 On Monday afternoon, officers from the Krems highway police inspection pulled a dilapidated car off the road on the West Autobahn (A1) in St. Pölten.
FPÖ wants to proceed quickly with the investigative committee
23.09.2025 In their committee of inquiry into the Pilnacek case, the FPÖ wants to proceed quickly and is already preparing the next one on the corona measures.
Outpatient Costs Vienna 610 Million Euros Per Year
23.09.2025 Last year, the expenses for guest patients in Vienna amounted to 610 million euros. This was announced by Mayor Michael Ludwig (SPÖ) in an interview with the daily newspaper "Heute".
Manhunt for Brutal Serial Necklace Robber in Vienna: Request for Information
23.09.2025
Between June and August, an as yet unknown perpetrator is said to have committed four robberies in Vienna. The Vienna police are asking for information.
Thomas Brezina Shuts Down Production Company KidsTV After ORF Separation
23.09.2025 Thomas Brezina's production company KidsTV will be completely closed after the end of the collaboration with ORF. According to "Der Standard," this was announced in an internal message to the employees. Due to the economic conditions planned by ORF for 2026, the company cannot continue to operate.
Palestinian Ambassador Causes Criticism with Statement at Vienna Demo
23.09.2025 Statements by the Palestinian ambassador to Austria, Salah Abdel Shafi, at a Palestine demonstration in Vienna are causing a stir.
Prices for Houses and Apartments Have Risen Significantly Again
23.09.2025 In the first half of 2025, houses and apartments have noticeably increased in price again. According to Statistics Austria, prices rose by an average of 2.8 percent compared to the same period last year.
Nova Rock 2026: Iron Maiden, The Cure and Volbeat Confirmed as Headliners
23.09.2025 At Nova Rock 2026, there will be quite a few highlights: On Tuesday, Volbeat, The Cure, and Iron Maiden were announced as three crowd favorites in a "first major line-up phase."
Light Earthquake Felt in the Gloggnitz Area
23.09.2025 In the night to Tuesday, there was a slight earthquake in the Gloggnitz area in the Neunkirchen district.
Railway Collective Agreement: First Round of Negotiations Without Result
23.09.2025 On Monday evening, there was no agreement in the first wage negotiation round for the 55,000 employees of the Austrian railways.
One Third of Kindergarten Expansion Funds Remained Unused
23.09.2025
In the kindergarten years 2022/23 to 2026/27, the states can each receive 200 million euros in earmarked grants for the mandatory kindergarten year for five-year-olds and for the expansion of places, better care ratios, longer opening hours, and language support.
Pensioner Dies in Work Accident in Styria
23.09.2025 An 84-year-old retiree was fatally injured in a work accident on Monday afternoon in Styria.
Work Accident in Tyrol: Man Fell from Metal Basket
23.09.2025 On Monday afternoon, a 57-year-old man was seriously injured all over his body in a work accident at a commercial business in Stams in Tyrol (Imst district).
Motorcyclist Run Over and Killed After Fall on A2
23.09.2025 On Monday evening, a 20-year-old was run over and killed by a car on the Südautobahn (A2) in the Leobersdorf area (Baden district) after a fall with his motorcycle.
"Theater in the Prater": Vienna's New Musical Palace Will Open in 2027
23.09.2025 With the farewell of the Olympia Looping, an era ends in the Vienna Wurstelprater – but the successor promises cultural high-flying: ATG Entertainment presented details of the new "Theater im Prater" on Monday.No one in the EU travels as many kilometers by rail as we do
23.09.2025 Austria ranks first in the EU for kilometers traveled by train, tram, and subway.
Years of Abuse of Children and Stepchildren: Prison Sentence for 49-Year-Old
22.09.2025 Due to continued acts of violence, a 49-year-old man was sentenced to seven years in prison on Monday at the Regional Court in Krems. The verdict is not yet legally binding.
Viennese Sailor Fell into Attersee - Rescued Only Hours Later
22.09.2025 A 63-year-old man fell overboard while sailing on Lake Attersee on Monday morning and drifted in the water for hours.