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  • Teenager in Vienna-Neubau Bit Policewoman

    26.07.2025 In Vienna-Neubau, a policewoman was injured on the night of Friday. She was bitten by a teenager.

    Man Seriously Injured at Linz Main Station

    26.07.2025 At the main train station in Linz, a 65-year-old was seriously injured during the night on Saturday.

    Vienna Pet Service Recorded Numerous Reports

    26.07.2025 In the pet recovery service of the Vienna Veterinary Office, a total of 231 cats and dogs were reported last month.

    AI Authority Arrives Late

    26.07.2025 The planned AI authority will start in the fall, according to Digitalization State Secretary Alexander Pröll (ÖVP) to the "Salzburger Nachrichten" (Saturday).

    Man Died in Traffic Accident in Lower Austria

    26.07.2025 In Lower Austria, a traffic accident with one fatality occurred on Friday.

    "Strauss with a View": August 2nd and 3rd Open Air "Am Himmel" in Vienna

    26.07.2025 On the first weekend of August, Johann Strauss 2025 Vienna invites you to the Tree of Life Circle "Am Himmel" in Vienna-Döbling.

    Changes to Bus Lines 53A, 54A, and 54B in Vienna-Hietzing

    25.07.2025 From today, comprehensive changes to bus lines 53A, 54A, and 54B are in effect in Hietzing.

    Reduction in Police Basic Courses: This Many Spots Are Being Cut

    25.07.2025 After the recently announced cancellations of basic police courses in six federal states, the exact extent of the cutbacks is now also known.

    Emergency from Assisi Farm: Mother Cats and Kittens Urgently Need Help

    25.07.2025 Three pregnant cats were rescued from illegal breeding by the Austrian Animal Welfare Association – shortly thereafter, 11 kittens were born at the Assisi Farm in Stockerau. For the team, this means an exceptional situation around the clock – in terms of personnel, organization, and finances. Without support, this task is hardly manageable.

    Assessment for the Reform of Approval Procedures Started

    25.07.2025 The government is submitting a legislative amendment for review on Friday, aimed at increasing the efficiency of large-scale procedures. The reform includes, among other things, lowering the entry threshold and introducing an electronic platform to document important procedural steps. Comments on the draft are possible until September 5.

    "Today" Referred to as "Crap Paper": Free Newspaper Also Fails Before Vienna Higher Regional Court

    25.07.2025 According to the Higher Regional Court of Vienna, it is permissible to refer to the free newspaper "Heute" as a "shitty rag" in a post on X. This expression was chosen by a retiree last year to express his displeasure with the reporting.

    Prosecution Vienna Appeals Against Verdict After Terror Attack Plans in Vienna

    25.07.2025 The Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office is appealing the verdict against a 15-year-old who planned a terrorist attack at Vienna's Westbahnhof in the summer of 2025. The court imposed a partially suspended sentence of two years, which the prosecutor's office considers too lenient.

    Lotto Winner Does Not Say Goodbye to Austria

    25.07.2025 The lottery winner from July 6 is not turning her back on Austria. "The woman, who works in retail, has a few favorite places within Vorarlberg, and she now wants to choose one of these places for a permanent residence and look for a new apartment," said the Austrian Lotteries in a statement on Friday.

    Vienna Police Seek Witnesses After Fatal Motorcycle Accident in Vienna-Simmering

    25.07.2025 On Friday morning, a fatal traffic accident occurred in Vienna-Simmering. The Vienna police are looking for witnesses to the incident.

    After Election Repetition: Another Challenge Against Ballot in Gablitz

    25.07.2025 The repetition of the municipal council election in Gablitz becomes a case for the Constitutional Court.

    EU Funding: FPÖ Reported for Suspected Breach of Trust

    25.07.2025 Due to the disbursement of subsidies to organizations and associations by the EU Commission, the FPÖ has filed a complaint, announced constitutional spokesperson Michael Schilchegger and EU Member of Parliament Roman Haider at a press conference on Friday.

    AUA resumes flights to Tel Aviv from August

    25.07.2025 The AUA will resume flights to the Israeli metropolis Tel Aviv from August 1st.

    Further 1.6 Billion Euros from EU Recovery Plan for Austria

    25.07.2025 The EU Commission approved Austria's second payment request for grants amounting to 1.6 billion euros under the NextGeneration EU recovery plan on Friday.

    Action Against Islamist Extremism: Arrest and House Searches

    25.07.2025 During a nationwide "Joint Action Day" on Thursday concerning Islamist terrorism, law enforcement and the judiciary reported one arrest, numerous house and cell searches, as well as interrogations, seizures, and risk assessments.

    Robbery in Vienna-Brigittenau: Four Teenagers Reported

    25.07.2025 After a violent assault in Vienna on a 15-year-old in May, four suspected perpetrators have been identified. The youths, aged between 14 and 16, have been reported.

    Verdict Against 18-Year-Old in Trial After Foiled Attack on Taylor Swift Concert in Vienna

    25.07.2025 On Friday, an 18-year-old acquaintance of Beran A., who allegedly planned an attack on a Taylor Swift concert at the Ernst Happel Stadium in Vienna, was sentenced to two years of unconditional imprisonment at the Regional Court of Wiener Neustadt.

    Attempted Break-In Triggered Fire Alarm at Gas Station in Maissau

    25.07.2025 On Thursday, a suspected fire in Maissau (Hollabrunn district) turned out to be an attempted break-in.

    Japanese Beetle Alert: Pest Appears in Austria

    25.07.2025 A novelty has occurred in the district of Bregenz: A Japanese beetle - an invasive pest - has been discovered there.

    Autopsy in Upper Austria Reveals Bullet in Abdomen: Investigations

    25.07.2025 The autopsy of a drunken man, who was found dead on July 7 after a private party in Mattighofen (district of Braunau), has taken an unexpected turn.

    Savings in Police Basic Courses: This Many Spots Will Be Cut

    25.07.2025 Following the recently announced cancellations of basic police courses in six federal states, the exact extent of the cuts is now also known.

    Popfest 2025 at Vienna's Karlsplatz Kicks Off with Christina Stürmer and Rain

    29.07.2025 On Thursday, the 16th edition of the Popfest started at Vienna's Karlsplatz. At the opening, Christina Stürmer, rising star Sodl, Lino Camilo, and Mietze Conte thrilled the audience. The Popfest 2025 runs until Sunday. Admission is free.

    Fecal Attacks on Women: Pre-Trial Detention for 29-Year-Old in Vienna

    25.07.2025 A 29-year-old man, who is alleged to have committed fecal attacks on at least eight women, is in pre-trial detention in Vienna.

    Brutal Robbery with Knife in Vienna-Margareten: Pedestrian Managed to Escape

    25.07.2025 A 24-year-old man is said to have attempted to rob a passerby with a knife on Thursday evening in Vienna-Margareten.

    Expert Appointed After Baumgartner Death

    25.07.2025 After the death of extreme athlete Felix Baumgartner, Marco Rech, a leading figure in the field of free flying in Europe, is brought in as an expert witness.

    Robbery in Vienna-Brigittenau: Four Teenagers Reported

    25.07.2025 After a violent assault in Vienna on a 15-year-old in May, four suspected perpetrators have been identified. The youths, aged between 14 and 16, have been reported.

    Drivers Under the Influence in the Industrial District

    25.07.2025 In the industrial district, a semi-truck driver was stopped under the influence of drugs on Thursday. The location of the incident was the Vienna Outer Ring Motorway (A21) in Wiener Neudorf (Mödling district).

    Savings in Police Basic Courses: This Many Spots Will Be Cut

    25.07.2025 After the recently announced cancellations of basic police courses in six federal states, the exact extent of the cuts is now also known.

    Aggressive Local Visitor Arrested in Vienna-Rudolfsheim

    25.07.2025 A drunk man (1.6 ‰) was expelled from a bar in Vienna-Rudolfsheim on Thursday afternoon.

    Construction Site Focus Uncovered Cases of Tax Fraud

    25.07.2025 In Austria, a focused operation on construction sites took place last month.

    APA Fact Check: False News About Baumgartner's Death Spread on TikTok

    25.07.2025 Two TikTok videos with a large reach are spreading targeted misinformation about the fatal accident of extreme athlete Felix Baumgartner. The content was apparently created using artificial intelligence.

    Numerous Fire Brigade Deployments Due to Storms in Lower Austria

    25.07.2025 On Thursday, storms led to around 160 fire brigade operations in Lower Austria. Hollabrunn was particularly affected.

    Numerous Fire Brigade Deployments Due to Storms in Lower Austria

    25.07.2025 On Thursday, storms led to around 160 fire brigade operations in Lower Austria. Hollabrunn was particularly affected.

    Viennese Man Dead After Head-On Car Collision in Tulln District

    25.07.2025 In the district of Tulln, two cars collided head-on on Thursday. A 74-year-old man died, and a 37-year-old man ended up injured in the hospital.

    Teenager in Stolen Bus on the Road in Upper Austria

    25.07.2025 In Upper Austria, a 16-year-old was on the road with a stolen bus. The property damage amounts to several thousand euros.

    FPÖ Party Congress Takes Place on September 27 in Salzburg

    25.07.2025 The FPÖ will convene for their federal party conference on September 27 at the Salzburg Exhibition Center.

    Driver Dead After Collision in Upper Austria

    25.07.2025 In Upper Austria, a 63-year-old female driver was killed in a collision with a truck on Thursday.

    Football: Rapid Vienna Shows No Weakness Against Dečić Tuzi

    25.07.2025 Rapid Vienna is one step away from the third round of qualification for the UEFA Europa Conference League. Austria's record champion won the first competitive match under new coach Peter Stöger against Dečić Tuzi with goals from Jannes Horn and Matthias Seidl, securing a 2-0 victory.

    Football: Austria Wien Takes the Lead Against Spaeri FC

    25.07.2025 On Thursday, Austria Vienna opened the door to the next round in the Conference League qualification. The "Violets" defeated the Georgian representative Spaeri FC 2-0 thanks to goals from Manfred Fischer and Dominik Fitz.

    Survey: Majority of Austrians Support Photovoltaics and Wind Power

    25.07.2025 According to an online survey commissioned by IG Windkraft, a large majority of the Austrian population views electricity generation from solar and wind energy positively.

    Numerous Fire Brigade Deployments Due to Storms in Lower Austria

    25.07.2025 On Thursday, storms led to around 160 fire brigade operations in Lower Austria. Hollabrunn was particularly affected.

    Foreign Minister Meinl-Reisinger with US Counterpart Rubio

    25.07.2025 On Thursday, Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger met with her US counterpart Marco Rubio in Washington.

    Foreign Minister Meinl-Reisinger with US Counterpart Rubio

    24.07.2025 On Thursday, Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger met with her US counterpart Marco Rubio in Washington.

    Foreign Minister Meinl-Reisinger with US Counterpart Rubio

    24.07.2025 On Thursday, Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger met with her US counterpart Marco Rubio in Washington.

    Car Driver Grazed Cyclist in Styria

    24.07.2025 A 40-year-old driver, who was under the influence of medication and therefore unfit to drive, collided with two racing cyclists on Thursday morning on the B67 near Werndorf, south of Graz.

    New on Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime Video & Co.: The Releases from July 28 to August 3

    31.07.2025 From July 28 to August 3, there are many new film and series releases on the streaming platforms Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, and the History Channel. Here is an overview of all the releases.

    Vienna Water Police Invites to "WienXtra Holiday Game"

    24.07.2025 The Vienna State Police Directorate invites all interested children and their parents to the second session of the "WienXtra Holiday Game" with the Vienna Police.