Accident at Dachstein: Tourist Fell into Crevasse
10.09.2025 Two climbers performed a good deed on the Dachstein: They came to the aid of a Latvian tourist in a crevasse.
First Free RSV Immunization for Babies Throughout the Entire Cold Season
10.09.2025 For the first time in Austria, a free immunization against RSV is being offered to all infants throughout the entire cold season from October to March. Newborns born during this period will receive the single injection in the first week of life in the hospital. Children born between April and September can be immunized at the beginning of the cold season. This aims to prevent many of the over 1,000 annual cases of hospitalizations of children with RSV.
Social Assistance Reform: No Integration Phase for Austrians After All
10.09.2025 The planned reform of social assistance by the federal government envisions a unified integration phase for all applicants, while there is still disagreement within the coalition regarding the details of child allowances.
After the Millennium Flood: Vienna Upgrades
10.09.2025 Even a year later, the millennium flood of 2024 is unforgettable. The city is upgrading on the Wien River.
Victory in Bosnia: ÖFB Kickers Let Us Dream of the World Cup
10.09.2025 Austria is gearing up to break the World Cup curse. More than 27 years after the last participation, the qualification for the major event could not be going better. With the 2-1 away win in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the ÖFB players defeated the biggest competitor in the group so far.
Victory in Bosnia: ÖFB Kickers Let Us Dream of the World Cup
10.09.2025 Austria is gearing up to break the World Cup curse. More than 27 years after the last participation, the qualification for the major event could not be going better. With the 2:1 away victory in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the ÖFB players dealt a severe blow to their biggest competitor.Big Plus: Car Registrations on the Rise
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Eurovision Song Contest, Rex Comeback, Olympics and Football World Cup: The ORF Highlights 2026
9.09.2025 The ORF plans to present itself particularly strongly in 2026. General Director Weißmann emphasized the extensive program offerings. Program Director Groiss-Horowitz anticipates a "year of mega events" and wants to retell "Kommissar Rex" or "Braunschlag" for younger generations. The "Heimatfilm" is also to be reinterpreted.
Teenager Out of Life-Threatening Danger After Stabbing Near School in Vienna-Brigittenau
9.09.2025 A teenager was injured by stab wounds at a high school in the 20th district of Vienna on Tuesday.
Baby with Shaken Baby Syndrome: Father Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison in Vienna
9.09.2025 On Tuesday, a trial was held at the Vienna Regional Court against the parents of four children, who were accused of attempted murder of their youngest daughter.
Baby with Shaken Baby Syndrome: Father Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison in Vienna
9.09.2025 On Tuesday, a trial was held at the Vienna Regional Court against the parents of four children, who were accused of attempted murder of their youngest daughter.Rene Benko remains in custody
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Police Conducted House Search at Neo-Nazi Küssel's Residence
9.09.2025 On Tuesday, a house search was conducted at neo-Nazi Gottfried Küssel's residence, confirmed by his lawyer upon request by the APA. The action was part of a focused operation against the neo-Nazi scene.
Police Conducted House Search at Neo-Nazi Küssel's Residence
9.09.2025 On Tuesday, a house search was conducted at neo-Nazi Gottfried Küssel's residence, confirmed by his lawyer upon request by the APA. The action was part of a focused operation against the neo-Nazi scene.
Police Conducted House Search at Neo-Nazi Küssel's Residence
9.09.2025 On Tuesday, a house search was conducted at neo-Nazi Gottfried Küssel's residence, confirmed by his lawyer upon request by the APA. The action was part of a focused operation against the neo-Nazi scene.
Teenager Out of Life-Threatening Danger After Stabbing Near School in Vienna-Brigittenau
9.09.2025 A teenager was injured by stab wounds at a high school in the 20th district of Vienna on Tuesday.
16-year-old Convicted for IS Propaganda
9.09.2025 At the Vienna Regional Court, a 16-year-old was sentenced on Tuesday for spreading IS propaganda starting at the age of 13. During this time, he was partially not criminally responsible when he called for violence online.
Wachau Fan? Moose "Emil" Moved to Melk
9.09.2025 Moose "Emil" has not yet bid farewell to Lower Austria. The animal has now been spotted in Melk.
Local Tax: Increase in Vienna in Reduced Form and Postponed to 2026
9.09.2025 The increase in the Vienna local tax, originally scheduled for December 1, will be postponed to the year 2026 and will be implemented gradually. Additionally, the increase will be less than originally planned. This decision was made at a meeting between representatives of the tourism industry and Vienna's City Councillor for Finance, Barbara Novak (SPÖ), as announced by the office of the department head to the APA on Tuesday.
Government Wants to Accelerate Renewable Expansion with Law
9.09.2025 The coalition consisting of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS has presented the long-awaited draft of a law to accelerate the expansion of renewable energies for review. Criticism of the Renewable Expansion Acceleration Act (EABG) comes from the Greens and the renewable energy sector.
After Shooting Rampage: How the First School Day at BORG Dreierschützengasse Went
9.09.2025 After a cautious first day of school for the BORG Dreierschützengasse affected by the shooting, the Education Directorate of Styria provided details on the further course of action for the Graz school at a press conference on Tuesday. For example, performance assessments will be suspended until the autumn holidays. Principal Liane Strohmaier observed after the first day: "I have the feeling that the staff is doing well. No one said they want to leave the school."
Failed Supermarket Robbery in Vienna-Donaustadt: Cashier Fought Back
9.09.2025 Monday morning, a robbery at a supermarket in Vienna-Donaustadt ended for the perpetrator with handcuffs.
Teenager Out of Life-Threatening Danger After Stabbing Near School in Vienna-Brigittenau
9.09.2025 A teenager was injured by stab wounds at a high school in the 20th district of Vienna on Tuesday.Teenager Out of Life-Threatening Danger After Stabbing Near School in Vienna-Brigittenau
9.09.2025 A teenager was injured by stab wounds at a high school in the 20th district of Vienna on Tuesday.
Pensions: Continued Headwinds for Government Plan
9.09.2025 The social democratic senior representatives continue to reject a pension adjustment below the rate of inflation.
Local Tax: Increase in Vienna in Reduced Form and Postponed to 2026
9.09.2025 The increase in the Vienna local tax, originally scheduled for December 1, will be postponed to the year 2026 and will be implemented gradually. Additionally, the increase will be less than originally planned. This decision was made at a meeting between representatives of the tourism industry and Vienna's City Councillor for Finance, Barbara Novak (SPÖ), as reported by the office of the department head to the APA on Tuesday.
Officials: Government Seeks Dialogue
9.09.2025 The government is attempting to renegotiate the civil servants' salary agreement for 2026.
"Playfully through Vienna": Streets Become a Playground Again
9.09.2025 Since May 6, temporary street sections have been closed throughout Vienna to make room for play and fun for children and teenagers. An overview of all dates in the districts.
Burglary in Vienna Art Trade Shop: 58-Year-Old Identified
9.09.2025 On the night of November 4, 2024, a burglary occurred at an art dealership in downtown Vienna. The police have now managed to track down a 58-year-old man who is believed to be responsible.
Truck Toll: Protest in Front of the Ministry of Transport in Vienna Imminent
9.09.2025 Protests are taking place in Vienna on Wednesday regarding the planned increase of the truck toll on highways and expressways.
Republic of Austria Increases Ten-Year Bond
9.09.2025 On Tuesday, the Republic of Austria expanded its ten-year bond, thereby raising 1.15 billion euros in the market.
Officials: Government Seeks Dialogue
9.09.2025 The government is attempting to renegotiate the civil servants' salary agreement for 2026.
Police Conducted House Search at Neo-Nazi Küssel's Residence
9.09.2025 On Tuesday, a house search was conducted at neo-Nazi Gottfried Küssel's residence, confirmed by his lawyer upon request by the APA. The action was part of a focused operation against the neo-Nazi scene.
NÖ established a Corona Evaluation Commission
9.09.2025 The state government in Lower Austria decided on Tuesday to establish a Corona Evaluation Commission.
Coworker Catches Man Breaking into Vienna Van
9.09.2025 On Monday evening, a car burglar was caught in the act in Vienna-Meidling - by a colleague of the van owner.
Viennese Policewoman Bitten by Shoplifter
9.09.2025 A store detective caught a shoplifter on Monday in a clothing store in Vienna-Neubau.Large Operation at School in Vienna-Brigittenau - Teenager Injured by Stabs
9.09.2025 A teenager (16) was apparently injured by stab wounds in the area of a school in the 20th district of Vienna on Tuesday morning.
22-year-old cyclist critically injured in crash with car in Vienna city center
9.09.2025 On Monday morning, a serious traffic accident occurred in downtown Vienna between an 84-year-old car driver and a 22-year-old cyclist. The cyclist was critically injured.
High Visit from China on Friday in Vienna
9.09.2025 Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger will meet with her Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Vienna this week.
"Fast Track" for Patients with Suspected Cancer Demanded
9.09.2025 Oncology experts criticize the long waiting times for essential examinations when cancer is suspected. According to statements at a press conference of the Austrian Oncology Forum on Tuesday in Vienna, numerous affected individuals have to wait up to twelve weeks for clarifications such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). For computed tomography (CT), the waiting time is often three to four weeks. A possible solution would be the introduction of "oncological urgency" in the healthcare system, which could enable preferential treatment in cases of suspected cancer.
Repayment Requests to Ukrainians in the Amstetten District: Debate Escalates
9.09.2025 In letters with repayment demands to Ukrainian refugees, the Greens of Lower Austria identify "arbitrariness of authorities" and "breach of law".
Employers Want Cautious Agreements in Metalworkers' Collective Bargaining Negotiations
9.09.2025 Christian Knill, chairman of the Metal Technology Industry, emphasized before the metalworkers' negotiations on September 22 that Austria's wage agreements should be lower than those in countries like Germany and Italy for several years to regain competitiveness. The recession in the metal sector continues, leading to a "dramatic situation."
Two-Year-Old Freed from Trunk in Vienna-Alsergrund: Parents Show Understanding
9.09.2025 After the sensational police operation in Vienna-Alsergrund, the parents are cooperating with child and youth services. A support plan is now intended to ensure the child's welfare.
Wachau Fan? Moose "Emil" Moved to Melk
9.09.2025 Moose "Emil" has not yet bid farewell to Lower Austria. The animal has now been spotted in Melk.
Burglary Series with 200,000 Euro Damage in Burgenland: Perpetrator Caught
9.09.2025 The police were able to solve a series of burglaries in agricultural shops in Northern Burgenland. Since April, 17 incidents have caused damage amounting to around 200,000 euros.
NÖ established a Corona Evaluation Commission
9.09.2025 The state government in Lower Austria decided on Tuesday to establish a Corona Evaluation Commission.
Vienna Electric Days Rise at Rathausplatz
9.09.2025 The Vienna City Hall Square will be the venue for the "Vienna Electric Days" in September.
Three New Enclosures: Bear Forest Arbesbach Now Almost Twice as Large
9.09.2025 After a renovation, the Bear Forest Arbesbach in the Waldviertel now has three new enclosures. According to a release on Tuesday, the area was expanded by 10,000 square meters to 24,000.
Supermarkets Closing: Fewer Branches, Higher Prices
9.09.2025 After the number of supermarket branches in Austria steadily increased until 2021, there has been a reduction in location density since 2022.
This is Vienna's Grayest Concrete Jungle 2025
9.09.2025 The "nine concrete treasures of Austria" have been decided. The winners of this negative award, given by Greenpeace, were presented on Tuesday at the Kunsthalle Exnergasse (kex) in the WUK. The winners in the individual federal states were also presented with a golden jackhammer, with the appeal to unseal and green the areas. The expert jury and the more than 22,000 participants in the vote were particularly often "convinced" by parking lots. In Vienna, the grayest concrete desert was found in the Landstraße district.Police Conducted House Search at Neo-Nazi Küssel's Residence
9.09.2025 On Tuesday, a house search was conducted at the home of neo-Nazi Gottfried Küssel, confirmed by his lawyer upon request from the APA. Further details about the operation are currently unknown.
OGH: Health Insurances May Not Refuse Cost Coverage for Gender Reassignment
9.09.2025 Private health insurances cannot generally refuse to cover medically necessary gender-affirming procedures. This was confirmed by a ruling of the Supreme Court (OGH), which deemed such a clause inadmissible as it violates the prohibition of discrimination, as reported by the Association for Consumer Information (VKI) on Tuesday. The VKI had filed a lawsuit against the insurer on behalf of the Ministry of Social Affairs.
Handel does not see itself as a price driver
9.09.2025 The Austrian trade sector sees itself as an important employer and rejects the role of a price driver. For 2024, nominal sales losses of 0.8 percent are expected, and a real decline of 1.6 percent. Adjusted for inflation, revenues are thus almost 4 percent below the level of 2019. The trade association also reported four bankruptcies per working day and a strong increase in part-time work.
Next Arrest After Robbery in Amstetten
9.09.2025 In Aschbach-Markt, following a serious robbery in nearby Amstetten, a suspect has been arrested.
OECD Study: Educational Path in Austria Strongly Depends on Parents - Opportunity Bonus for 400 Schools
9.09.2025 The OECD study "Education at a Glance," published on Tuesday, shows that in Austria, educational paths are still more dependent on the educational level of parents than in other countries. Education Minister Christoph Wiederkehr (NEOS) is relying on the opportunity bonus announced by the government to achieve improvements. This is intended to provide additional support to schools with particularly challenging conditions. The start is planned for 400 schools in the fall of 2026.
Officials: Government Seeks Dialogue
9.09.2025 The government is attempting to renegotiate the civil servants' salary agreement for 2026.