Illegally Parked Car Triggered Brawl in Vienna-Favoriten
17.12.2025 A dispute over a wrongly parked car escalated on Tuesday in Vienna-Favoriten. Three men got into an altercation, reportedly leading to mutual threats and physical altercations.
Vienna-Landstraße: Teenagers Vandalize in Underground Garage
17.12.2025 In a Vienna underground parking garage, three teenagers allegedly broke into several cars and stole a vehicle, resulting in property damage and arrests.
Shoplifter Arrested in Vienna City Center
17.12.2025 A suspected shoplifter was provisionally arrested on Monday afternoon in downtown Vienna. The 40-year-old man is suspected of having stolen goods from a clothing store and then violently resisting detention.
ORF: Who Will Succeed Christian Wehrschütz in the Balkans
17.12.2025
Cornelia Primosch will succeed Christian Wehrschütz in the ORF Balkan office. He will focus on Ukraine.
Blue Light Drama in Vienna: Police Cars Collided During Emergency Drives, Officers Seriously Injured
17.12.2025 Two police patrol cars collided during an emergency drive in Vienna-Landstraße on the night of Wednesday. Five police officers were injured, two of them seriously – they had to be freed from the vehicle by the fire department.Renovation Plans Accepted: Höhrhan Group Remains Intact
17.12.2025 The future of the Lower Austrian Höhrhan Group is secured: In all four insolvency proceedings, restructuring plans with a 20 percent quota were accepted. Around 160 jobs are preserved, planned layoffs could be prevented.
Knife Attack in Mödling: Police Request Information
17.12.2025 An 18-year-old was attacked and seriously injured by an unknown person with a knife during an altercation in the station area in Mödling on Tuesday evening. The police are looking for information.
Football: World Cup Trophy Heads to Vienna in January
17.12.2025 The most important trophy in the football world is making a stopover in Vienna. On January 7th, the World Cup trophy will be brought to Vienna - more specifically to the Donaustadt.
Leader Question for the FPÖ Burgenland Remains Open Until January
17.12.2025 After Norbert Hofer's announced withdrawal from politics, the FPÖ Burgenland is still searching for a new club chairman. A decision is expected to be made at a club meeting in mid-January.
So stand Austria's Chances at the 98th Academy Awards
Vor 2 Tagen Austria does not have a candidate for the Foreign Oscar at the 98th Academy Awards with Bernhard Wenger's "Peacock - Am I Real?", but director Richard Ladkani keeps hopes alive for a trophy in the documentary category with his documentary "Yanuni".Heumarkt Project: Appeal Against BVwG Decision
17.12.2025 Investor Michael Tojner is challenging the BVwG decision regarding the EIA requirement for the Heumarkt project.
VCÖ Warns About Hybrid Cars: CO₂ Emitters in Climate-Friendly Packaging
17.12.2025 The Austrian Transport Club (VCÖ) criticizes the EU plans for the new approval of plug-in hybrids from 2035, as according to current data, these vehicles emit significantly more CO₂ on average than stated by the manufacturers and are only slightly more climate-friendly than conventional gasoline and diesel cars.
Diverse Security Threats: Expert Emphasizes the Importance of Personal Responsibility in Vienna
17.12.2025
From extreme weather events to vulnerable supply chains to hybrid threats: The security risks are currently diverse, explained the President of the University of the Bundeswehr Munich, Eva-Maria Kern, during a lecture at the Academy of Sciences (ÖAW) in Vienna. Therefore, our society must relearn that there are situations in which the state cannot immediately correct everything. This is also a question of self-reliance.
Pensioner in Lower Austria hit by car and seriously injured
17.12.2025 An 82-year-old pedestrian was hit head-on by the car of a 52-year-old while crossing the road in Gramatneusiedl on Tuesday.
LOWER AUSTRIA: Manhunt After "Battering Ram" Burglary in Jewelry Store
17.12.2025 In the night leading to Wednesday, unknown perpetrators rammed the entrance door of a jewelry store in Loosdorf with a stolen vehicle and stole jewelry. The police suspect a professional "ram-raid" burglary and are asking for information.
Vienna-Handelskai: Construction Work and Traffic Restrictions at the Beginning of the Year
17.12.2025 Starting January 12, 2026, water pipe renewals will begin on Handelskai between Dr.-Natterer-Gasse and Meiereistraße, lasting until the end of February 2026 and involving traffic restrictions, while simultaneously extending line 18 of the Wiener Linien.
Working in Retirement: New Tax Allowance from 2027 Instead of Flat Tax
17.12.2025 The government has decided on a new package of measures for older workers: Instead of a flat tax, there will be an annual tax allowance of 15,000 euros for additional earnings during retirement starting in 2027. This initiative is accompanied by planned labor market promotions and a pension reform.
Graz-Umgebung: Attic Fire Uncovered Cannabis Cultivation Facility
17.12.2025 On Tuesday evening, a small facility for growing cannabis plants was uncovered during a fire in the attic of a residential building in Kumberg, northeast of Graz.
Christmas Tree Transported on E-Scooter: Police Stopped Crazy Alcohol Ride
17.12.2025 A drunk man and his equally intoxicated wife transported a Christmas tree on an e-scooter Tuesday evening in Mondsee. The bizarre incident ended with charges for alcohol and drug consumption in traffic.
More and more Viennese establishments remain open on Christmas Eve
17.12.2025 Many Viennese choose to spend the Christmas holidays in a restaurant or inn, leading to a strong booking situation in the gastronomy sector. Two-thirds of Viennese establishments are open on at least one holiday, with economic factors being decisive for the operators' decision.
In Fürstenfeld, runaway bulls are dead
17.12.2025 The bulls that escaped in Fürstenfeld on Tuesday are no longer alive. They were taken down by the Cobra unit.
Inflation remains at 4 percent in November
17.12.2025 Inflation in Austria remained at 4.0 percent in November, maintaining the same high level for three months.
Guillermo del Toro "overwhelmed" by "Frankenstein" hype
17.12.2025 Guillermo del Toro's reinterpretation of the classic "Frankenstein" captivates audiences and reaches top positions in the Netflix streaming charts, while director and actor Oscar Isaac report strong emotional reactions.
Revenues from Asset-Related Taxes in Austria at an All-Time Low
17.12.2025 In view of the strained budget situation, the Austrian Trade Union Federation (ÖGB) is once again calling for the introduction of wealth and inheritance taxes. The ÖGB relies on OECD data and emphasizes that revenues from wealth-related taxes are lower than ever before. In 2024, these taxes accounted for only 0.98 percent of total revenues from taxes and levies. This places Austria fourth from last among OECD countries.
Comprehensive Modernization of Tram Line 18 Completed
17.12.2025 The Wiener Linien have completed extensive modernization work on line 18 – including new tracks, stops, and bike paths.Worker Fell into Well: Seriously Injured
17.12.2025
Apartment Exchange as a Secret Tip for a New Home: Here's How It Works
17.12.2025 A less well-known but quite effective approach to apartment hunting is the so-called apartment exchange. Especially in cities with a tight housing market like Vienna, this model can save not only time but also money.
Here, the most expensive apartment was sold in Vienna-Donaustadt in 2024
17.12.2025 The most expensive apartment sold in Vienna-Donaustadt in 2024 is a "Danube Flats" apartment. It was sold for 3.5 million euros to a private individual.
AK warns about loud toys: Every 2nd tested item exceeds critical decibel limit
17.12.2025 Toys that squeak, sing, talk, or motorize through the children's room are part of everyday life for many children – but often a test of patience for parents. However, behind the noise lies more than mere irritation: toys that are too loud can permanently damage children's hearing. The Chamber of Labor (AK) has now tested 14 common products – with alarming results.
Traffic Forecast for the Weekend: Here the Roads are Full
17.12.2025 The fourth Advent weekend is also expected to be anything but peaceful from a traffic perspective. Traffic jams and delays are anticipated due to the shopping Saturday, the start of Christmas holiday traffic in several neighboring countries, and major events in Vienna starting Friday evening.
"Infinity of Light" floats between the towers of the Votive Church
17.12.2025 Starting this evening, a new artwork will catch the eye in the Vienna night sky: Between the two towers of the Votive Church, the gigantic light sculpture "Infinity of Light" by artist Billi Thanner will be floating.
Allowance for Overtime Bonuses Increases to 170 Euros in 2026
17.12.2025 After an internal coalition debate, the government has agreed on a new tax-free allowance for overtime bonuses.
Reduction of the Electricity Tax Has Been Decided
16.12.2025 The National Council decided in a special session on Tuesday to reduce the electricity tax.
Working in Old Age: Government Wants to Provide Incentives
16.12.2025 The government aims to create incentives for retirees to work in old age by the end of the year.
Roxette give Open Air Concert on the Vienna Danube Island
16.12.2025 Since this year, mastermind Per Gessle has been performing as Roxette with Swedish singer Lena Philipsson after the death of Marie Fredriksson (2019). On July 22, 2026, the formation will visit the Vienna Danube Island as part of their "Live - Back Again" tour. This was announced by the organizer Weitblick Entertainment on Tuesday. The single concert is embedded between two festival weekends.
Fraudster Couple Lived "in Luxury" in Wiener Neustadt: Now in Pre-Trial Detention
16.12.2025 In the south of Lower Austria, a suspected fraudster couple has been stopped. The suspects are accused of having faked profitable investment opportunities and thereby generated money. Erich Habitzl, the spokesperson for the public prosecutor's office in Wiener Neustadt, confirmed an online report by the "NÖN" on Tuesday. Pre-trial detention has been imposed, he added.
Accusation of Nazi Re-Engagement: Acquittal for Vienna Antiquarian Final
16.12.2025 The acquittal of the Viennese antiquarian Rainer Schaden, who operates the university bookstore in Sonnenfelsgasse, is final.
Pilnacek-Tod: Ombudsman Office Sees Investigation Errors
16.12.2025 The Ombudsman sees investigative errors surrounding the death of former section chief Christian Pilnacek.
Missing Vaccinations: Warning of the Return of Long-Eradicated Diseases
16.12.2025 Experts pointed out on Tuesday that diseases previously eradicated in Austria could return. These include whooping cough and measles, but also diphtheria and hepatitis A. Ursula Wiedermann-Schmidt, who heads the Center for Pathophysiology, Infectiology, and Immunology at MedUni Vienna, emphasized the importance of adjusting the vaccination plan regarding hepatitis A and not considering it merely as a travel vaccination, ahead of the Austrian Vaccination Day (January 17).
Get Tickets for "World of Mysteries" at IMMERSIUM:VIENNA Now
Vor 2 Tagen In IMMERSIUM:VIENNA, the next spectacular experience show will start in February 2026. "World of Mysteries" takes visitors on a multimedia journey to the greatest unsolved mysteries of humanity. Ticket pre-sales have already begun, and we are giving away 5x2 tickets.
Vienna MuseumsQuartier Sets Course for Anniversary Year
16.12.2025 The Vienna MuseumsQuartier will celebrate its quarter-century in 2026. An anniversary exhibition will not be missed.
Budget 2026 is being discussed in the Vienna City Council
16.12.2025 On Tuesday, the kickoff for the two-day debate on the 2026 budget proposal took place at the Vienna City Hall.
Working in Old Age: Government Wants to Provide Incentives
16.12.2025 The government aims to create incentives for retirees to work in old age by the end of the year.
Fuel Prices 2025 Slightly Decreased: Styria the Cheapest
17.12.2025 A somewhat cheaper year for fuel is coming to an end. Compared to 2024, the price per liter of diesel this year was on average about 6 cents below the previous year's value, and for super gasoline, it was 5 cents less.
New "Pay As You Can" Subscription on Vienna's "This Is Short" Short Film Streaming Platform
16.12.2025 On the occasion of the International Short Film Day on December 21st - not coincidentally also the shortest day of the year - the streaming platform "This Is Short" will make high-quality short films even more accessible: A new Pay-As-You-Can subscription allows users to decide for themselves how much they want to pay for the year-round streaming offer. A monthly subscription will soon be available starting at 99 cents, announced the International Short Film Festival "Vienna Shorts".
Property Search by Map: This is How It Works
16.12.2025 ImmoScout24 is introducing a new feature for property searches in Austria: With the new map search, finding the right house or perfect apartment becomes not only easier but also visually engaging.
Viennese Give Away 74 Million Euros in Vouchers for Christmas
16.12.2025 Vouchers remain the most popular Christmas gift among Viennese in 2025: One in three people give them as gifts – with an average value of 150 euros.
End of Red Continuous Blinking on Lower Austria's Wind Turbines
16.12.2025 Due to a decision by the National Council in March 2024, wind turbines must only be illuminated at night when necessary, for example, when an aircraft approaches. In Lower Austria, the end of the constant red blinking is now being implemented. For new wind farms and repowering, this is stipulated in the permits, and for the existing approximately 850 installations, there is a voluntary commitment from the operators, explained Deputy Governor Stephan Pernkopf (ÖVP) on Tuesday.
Six-Year-Old Showed SOS Distress Signal in Vienna: Acquittal for Stepfather
16.12.2025 On Tuesday, a man was rather unexpectedly acquitted at the Vienna Regional Criminal Court, who had been arrested after his six-year-old stepdaughter signaled an SOS distress signal with her hand during a police check.
Frosted Glass Breached: Knife-Wielding Man Attempted to Break into Vienna Apartment
16.12.2025 On Monday evening, a man attempted to forcibly break into an apartment in Vienna-Simmering with a knife in hand.
Lower Austria: State Parliament Hall Experiences Preliminary Last Session
16.12.2025 The state parliament hall in Lower Austria is set for renovation work. This week, the preliminary last session will take place.
41-Year-Old Broke Open Mailboxes with Nail Scissors: Arrest in Vienna-Wieden
16.12.2025 A 41-year-old man was provisionally arrested on Monday evening in a multi-party building in Vienna-Wieden after he was tampering with the mailboxes in the stairwell. Residents alerted the police, who found the man with letters in his hands and a nail scissors on the floor.
Man Wanted to Rob Teenager's Phone at Vienna Praterstern: Arrest
16.12.2025 A 28-year-old man was provisionally arrested on Monday in Vienna-Leopoldstadt. He is alleged to have attempted to rob a teenager of his mobile phone.