Number of Asylum Applications in Austria Continues to Decline
21.07.2025 The number of asylum applications continues to decline. According to the Ministry of the Interior, a total of 8,637 people applied for asylum in Austria in the first half of the year.
Ebensee: Woman Fatally Accident at Brunnkogel
21.07.2025 On Sunday afternoon, a 62-year-old woman from Upper Austria had a fatal accident while descending from the Brunnkogel in Ebensee (Gmunden district).
Ebensee: Woman Fatally Accident at Brunnkogel
21.07.2025 On Sunday afternoon, a 62-year-old woman from Upper Austria had a fatal accident while descending from the Brunnkogel in Ebensee (Gmunden district).
Motorcyclist Died in Nighttime Accident in Carinthia
21.07.2025 In the night to Monday, a motorcyclist from Villach lost his life on the Drautalstraße (B100) in Weißenstein (district of Villach-Land).
Number of Asylum Applications in Austria Continues to Decline
21.07.2025 The number of asylum applications continues to decline. According to the Ministry of the Interior, a total of 8,637 people applied for asylum in Austria in the first half of the year.Milestone for Solar Power: Wien Energie Operates 500 Photovoltaic Systems
21.07.2025 The summer not only brings the usual sunshine to the people in Vienna, but this year also significantly more solar power through Wien Energie: Austria's largest regional energy service provider achieves a significant advancement in the expansion of photovoltaics.
Post-Change in Deliveries in Vienna Until the End of the Year
21.07.2025 The postal deliveries in Vienna will be completely CO2-free by the end of the year.
Rapid Vienna and Union Berlin Draw 1-1 in Friendly Match
20.07.2025 Rapid Vienna reached a 1:1 draw in the friendly match against Union Berlin in front of 19,384 spectators at the Allianz Stadium. The German Bundesliga team took the lead through a goal by Tim Skarke after a goalkeeper error by Niklas Hedl. Claude Mbuyi equalized in the 68th minute after a setup by Andrija Radulovic. Radulovic had hit the post with a free kick shortly before.
Deceased at Triathlon Event in Salzburg
20.07.2025 A 62-year-old athlete died on Sunday during a triathlon event in Obertrum in the Salzburg Flachgau.
Austrian Woman Falls on Via Ferrata in Trentino
20.07.2025 On Sunday morning, a 57-year-old Austrian woman fell about six meters on a via ferrata in Trentino.
Increase in Truck Toll Causes Discussions in Government
20.07.2025 Within the coalition, there apparently are disputes regarding the truck toll rates for next year. The NEOS criticize that the ÖVP is preventing an increase in the truck toll for 2026.
Successful Search Operation After Car Accident in Lower Austria
20.07.2025 A search operation for a crashed driver was successfully completed on Saturday in Alland in the district of Baden in Lower Austria.
WKStA: No Initial Suspicion in Procurement of Leonardo Jets
20.07.2025 The Economic and Corruption Prosecutor's Office (WKStA) has found no initial suspicion of criminally relevant events in the procurement process of the Leonardo M-346FA subsonic jets.
Weather in Austria Will Be Unstable Next Week
20.07.2025 In the coming week, a cold front in Austria will bring changeable weather and moderate temperatures that are not too high. There will be more frequent heavy rain showers.
Shoplifter Threatened Business Owner in Vienna-Floridsdorf with Knife
20.07.2025 On Saturday, a 27-year-old attempted to steal two cans of beer from a supermarket in Vienna-Floridsdorf, according to police reports.
Suspects Arrested After Attack in Vienna City Park
20.07.2025 In April, a 27-year-old man was approached by unknown individuals in the city park in Vienna-Landstraße and subsequently beaten, threatened, and robbed. After investigations, three suspects have now been apprehended, the police announced on Sunday.
Suspect Arrested After Deadly Dispute Among Homeless in Vienna
20.07.2025 Turnaround in the case of a fatal dispute among homeless individuals in Vienna's Loquaipark at the end of June. As the police announced on Sunday, a suspect has now been arrested.
63-Year-Old Attacked Wife and Vienna Police Officers
20.07.2025 A drunk man attacked his wife in their shared apartment in Vienna-Landstraße on Friday.
Professional Pickpockets Arrested
20.07.2025 The police have arrested an experienced duo of pickpockets in Vienna.
26-Year-Old Drug Dealer Caught by Vienna Police
20.07.2025 A suspected drug dealer was arrested by police officers from the Keplergasse station in Vienna-Favoriten on the night of Friday.
Manhunt After Gas Station Robbery in Vienna-Favoriten
20.07.2025 On the night of Saturday, an as yet unidentified man, who was dressed in dark clothing and masked, robbed a gas station in Vienna-Favoriten.
Seiler und Speer rock Vienna's Ernst Happel Stadium for their Ten-Year Anniversary
20.07.2025 Seiler und Speer erlebten am Samstagabend im ausverkauften Wiener Ernst-Happel-Stadion einen triumphalen Abend. Zum zehnjährigen Jubiläum präsentierten sie ihre Hits, begleitet von Gästen wie Ernst Molden, Christian Kolonovits mit Symphonieorchester und zum Abschluss Otto Waalkes, der zuvor mit den Friesenjungs das Publikum unterhielt.
One-Way and Bike Path: Renovation of the Outer Mariahilfer Straße in Vienna Progresses
20.07.2025 The first phase of the renovation of the outer Mariahilfer Straße in Vienna is complete. In the section from Gürtel to Clementinengasse, the shopping street has been redesigned, traffic-calmed, and more focused on environmentally friendly mobility.
Carry-On Luggage on the Plane: The Most Common Misconceptions
20.07.2025 The travel season brings uncertainty to airports every year – especially regarding carry-on luggage. Many passengers are unclear about which items are allowed on board. Therefore, the ÖAMTC has collected the most common misconceptions and clarified which rules actually apply.Hydrogen E-Bus Fleet in Operation in Vienna from September
19.07.2025 The Wiener Linien are taking another step towards a sustainable future by relying on a mix of electromobility and environmentally friendly hydrogen (H2).
"Day Against Drowning": Samaritan Association Vienna Invites to Action Week
20.07.2025 In Austria, approximately 40 people die from drowning each year. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), bathing accidents are the second most common cause of death among children. Therefore, it is important: Knowledge can save lives! Proper preparation and attentive behavior are crucial for a safe day at the pool.Sustainability Increasingly in Focus: The Major ÖAMTC Tire Test
19.07.2025 The ÖAMTC tire test has shown that in addition to safety, sustainability and low wear are now important criteria for buying tires, with high-priced brands like Michelin performing particularly well in terms of abrasion.Transporting Bicycles Safely with the Car
19.07.2025Free Colorectal Cancer Screening in Austria Now from 45: Early Detection Saves Lives
19.07.2025 The age for free colorectal cancer screening in Austria is being lowered to 45 years to counter the increase in colorectal cancer cases among younger people and to enhance the chances of early detection and treatment.
Austria and Germany Want to Intensify Deportations
18.07.2025 The interior ministers from Austria, Germany, Denmark, France, the Czech Republic, and Poland are pushing for a tougher approach in migration and asylum policy.
Punch During Tobacco Shop Theft: Police Arrested Perpetrator
18.07.2025 Robbery and property damage are being charged against a 21-year-old after an incident in a tobacconist in Wiener Neustadt.
Knife Threat and Injured: Five Arrests After Dispute in St. Pölten
18.07.2025 On Thursday, a confrontation between two families in St. Pölten ended with the temporary arrest of five Chechen nationals aged 24 to 47.
Austria and Germany Want to Intensify Deportations
18.07.2025 The interior ministers from Austria, Germany, Denmark, France, the Czech Republic, and Poland are pushing for a tougher approach in migration and asylum policy.
Trial Over Stolen Children's Coffins in Linz Aborted
18.07.2025 The trial in Linz against two Czechs, who allegedly stole, among other things, three children's coffins with remains from the Capuchin Church of the Parish of St. Matthias in December 2023, was aborted on Friday.
Austria and Germany Want to Intensify Deportations
18.07.2025 The interior ministers from Austria, Germany, Denmark, France, the Czech Republic, and Poland are pushing for a tougher approach in migration and asylum policy.
Vienna Taxi Driver Nearly Strangled by Passenger: Manhunt
18.07.2025 A taxi driver became the victim of an attempted violent crime on Monday evening in Vienna-Penzing. A passenger tried to strangle the 52-year-old with a rope. The perpetrator fled, and an immediate search was unsuccessful.
Protection Against Violence: New Program Aims to Strengthen Sense of Security in Public Spaces
18.07.2025 In the spring, the Office for Violence Protection of the Federal Criminal Police Office launched a new program to strengthen the subjective sense of security in public spaces.
Health Fund: Huss Demands More Regionality and Resources
18.07.2025 On Friday, the chairman of the Austrian Health Insurance Fund (ÖGK), Andreas Huss, once again advocated for more regional flexibility and better funding of the public health insurance fund.
Manhunt in Linz: Prisoner Escaped from Correctional Facility
18.07.2025 On Friday, a large police operation searched for an escaped pre-trial detainee from the Linz correctional facility.
European Conference in Vienna: 600 Scouts Participate
18.07.2025 Starting Saturday, 600 scouts from 44 countries will meet at the 18th European Conference in Vienna.
Two Bakery Employees Stole Over 100,000 Euros
18.07.2025 The police and the operator of a bakery in Upper Styria have tracked down two thieving employees with the help of video surveillance.
All Clear: Schremser Drinking Water Safe to Consume Again
18.07.2025 The drinking water in Schrems is now safe to consume again after contamination with bacteria.
Knife Attack After Dispute Between Father and Son in Vienna-Margareten
18.07.2025 A loud altercation in a courtyard of a multi-family house in Vienna-Margareten escalated and led to several police operations and charges. A 29-year-old man was injured with a knife on his hand. Three people – including father, son, and a 38-year-old third party – were charged.
Conflict in Apartment in Vienna-Favoriten Escalated: Man Injured
18.07.2025 In Vienna-Favoriten, a violent altercation occurred in an apartment on Thursday morning.
Vienna Taxi Driver Nearly Strangled by Passenger: Manhunt
18.07.2025 A taxi driver became the victim of an attempted violent crime on Monday evening in Vienna-Penzing. A passenger tried to strangle the 52-year-old with a rope. The perpetrator fled, and an immediate search was unsuccessful.
New Rule for Number Portability from November 3, 2025
18.07.2025 From November 3, 2025, mobile numbers can be transferred without the otherwise necessary number transfer information – for example, in the event of a sudden cessation of operations by the old provider.
Boy in Upper Austria Trapped by Forklift: 15-Year-Old Rescued Him
18.07.2025 Thursday evening, a seven-year-old was involved in an accident with an electric forklift on a farm in Losenstein (district of Linz-Land) and was seriously injured.
"Johnny Trash" & "Helene Wischer": MA48 in Action with Funny Festival Shirts
20.07.2025 When tens of thousands of music fans celebrate, the MA48 ensures cleanliness in the background - and does so in the appropriate outfit.
Fire in Krems Senior Home: One Resident Injured
18.07.2025 In the early hours of Friday, a resident was injured in a fire at a nursing home in Krems.
Stolen Car Stopped on A2: Driver Arrested
18.07.2025 On Thursday, police officers arrested a Belarusian during a driver and vehicle check who was traveling on the eastern Styrian A2 with a vehicle stolen in Italy.
Demolition of "Lamarr" Shell Construction in Vienna Started
18.07.2025 The demolition of the shell of the former Signa department store project "Lamarr" has begun. On the lower Mariahilfer Straße in Vienna, work is already being actively carried out inside the building.
Steer Escaped During Cattle Transport in Upper Austria: Cobra Had to Kill Animal
18.07.2025 An aggressive bull that escaped while being loaded onto a livestock transporter Thursday evening near Steinbach in Seewalchen am Attersee and could not be captured was shot during the night.
Dispute Over Cigarette Delivery Ends With Police Intervention
18.07.2025 A dispute over unpaid cigarettes triggered a police operation in St. Pölten on Wednesday evening.