Austrians Cautious with Cryptocurrencies
30.08.2025 Although Bitcoin, Ethereum, and similar cryptocurrencies are becoming more well-known, Austrians continue to be cautious about investing in these digital currencies.
Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna with Ukraine
5.09.2025 Ukraine, suffering from the ongoing attacks by Russia, has confirmed its renewed participation in the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna.
Few Teaching Positions Unfilled Shortly Before School Starts
29.08.2025 Before the start of school in the east, the number of unfilled teaching positions remains limited. As of Friday noon, this number was below 300 according to the Ministry of Education.
BWB: Admiral Acquisition Approved with Conditions
29.08.2025 The Admiral acquisition by Tipico has received the green light from the Federal Competition Authority - however, under conditions.
Ott is Charged with Abuse of Authority
29.08.2025 The Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office has informed that Egisto Ott must stand trial, among other things, for abuse of authority.
New Vienna Tram Line 12 Takes Off
29.08.2025 On Friday, the maiden voyage of Vienna's new tram line 12 took place.
Ministry with Warning Against Fraudulent Messages
29.08.2025 A warning in the name of the tax office has come from the Ministry of Finance. It concerns internet fraudsters.
Drinking Water in Mostviertel Municipality Contaminated
29.08.2025 The water network of a community in the Mostviertel region of Lower Austria is facing contamination.
Serial Robber Caught in Vienna-Favoriten
29.08.2025 In Vienna-Favoriten, two suspected serial robbers were arrested on Thursday.
Football: Opponents of Rapid Vienna in the Conference League are set
29.08.2025 The opponents of football Bundesliga club Rapid Vienna in the football Conference League phase have been determined. For the fans of Sturm Graz and Salzburg, there is also clarity regarding the Europa League.
Abuse Images: Former FPÖ Carinthia Official Convicted
29.08.2025 A former Klagenfurt FPÖ official has received a fine and six months of suspended imprisonment for possession of pictorial, sexually related depictions of minors, according to mediapartizan.at.
Two Injured at Hannovermarkt in Vienna-Brigittenau
29.08.2025 The Hannover Market in Vienna-Brigittenau was the scene of a confrontation on Thursday.
41-Year-Old Traced After Bomb Threat
29.08.2025 After a bomb threat in a university building in Vienna on June 12, a suspect has now been identified.
Football: Opponents of Rapid Vienna in the Conference League are set
29.08.2025 The opponents of football Bundesliga club Rapid Vienna in the football Conference League phase have been determined. For the fans of Sturm Graz and Salzburg, there is also clarity regarding the Europa League.
Car Burglar Caught in Vienna-Hietzing
29.08.2025 On Thursday evening, a car burglar was arrested by the police in Vienna Hietzing.
Acquittal and Diversion After Nursing Home Accident
29.08.2025 After an accident with a seriously injured person in a nursing home, there was a diversion and an acquittal.
Stolen E-Scooter Located in Vienna-Neubau
29.08.2025 According to his own statements, a 16-year-old managed to locate his stolen e-scooter in the area of Lindengasse (Vienna-Neubau).
Man Threw TV and Chair onto the Street in Vienna-Floridsdorf
29.08.2025 In Vienna-Floridsdorf, a 43-year-old man threw objects onto the street from the first floor of a residential building during the night leading into Friday.
Worker Critically Injured in Accident in Vienna-Margareten
29.08.2025 In Vienna-Margareten, a worker fell approximately 15 meters in an accident.
FPÖ wants a committee of inquiry on the Pilnacek case
29.08.2025 The FPÖ wants the death of former section chief Christian Pilnacek to be examined by a parliamentary committee. The party considers the investigation necessary because the internal control mechanisms in the judiciary and executive are no longer functioning.
Large Psychiatric Undersupply Identified Among Boys
29.08.2025 The Court of Audit sees a significant psychiatric undersupply for children and adolescents in Austria.
Tutoring Demand in Austria Remains High
29.08.2025 The demand for private tutoring remains high. The Chamber of Labor is calling for more money for all-day school programs and for particularly challenged locations.
Parliament Provides More Insight in the Future
29.08.2025 The parliament will publish more information in the future as part of the implementation of the Freedom of Information Act.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce with First Appearance After Engagement
29.08.2025 For the first time since announcing their engagement, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have appeared together in public.
Freedom of Information Act a "Paradigm Shift" for Pröll
29.08.2025 The upcoming Freedom of Information Act represents a "paradigm shift" for Digitalization State Secretary Alexander Pröll. A Freedom of Information Commissioner is currently not planned.
FPÖ wants a committee of inquiry on the Pilnacek case
29.08.2025 The FPÖ wants the death of former section chief Christian Pilnacek to be examined by a parliamentary committee. The party believes the investigation is necessary because the internal control mechanisms in the judiciary and executive are no longer functioning.
Warning of New Scam with Fake Calls from Fake Interior Minister Karner
29.08.2025 The Federal Criminal Police Office warns of a new scam using deepfake video conferences to impersonate Interior Minister Karner. The perpetrators pose as the politician in these calls to make financial demands.
Lower Austria: Another Serious E-Scooter Accident
29.08.2025 A 65-year-old man was seriously injured in a fall with an e-scooter in Melk.
Negotiations on Stability Pact Continue
29.08.2025 Next Attempt by Federal, State, and Local Governments for a New Stability Pact
WWF calls for more speed in renaturation in Austria
29.08.2025 Austria must act more quickly in implementing the EU Restoration Law, according to the results of a WWF interim report. The national restoration plan, which must be submitted to the European Commission by September 2026, is still in progress.
Austria Among the Leaders in Housing Prices According to Deloitte
29.08.2025 According to the "Property Index" by Deloitte, the Austrian residential real estate market is stabilizing. In 2024, an average of 5,053 euros per square meter was demanded for new apartments. In an international comparison, Austria ranks fourth behind Luxembourg, the United Kingdom, and Israel.
Firefighting Operation for Moose "Emil" in Tullnerfeld
29.08.2025 On Thursday, moose "Emil" caused a fire department operation.
Ex-Labor and Economic Affairs Minister Kocher Starts as National Bank Chief
29.08.2025 Martin Kocher, economist and former head of the IHS, is now the Governor of the Austrian National Bank. His career includes positions as a government politician on an ÖVP ticket. The transition to his new role occurred without a long transition period. The issue of inflation, which already occupied him as Minister of Economic Affairs, remains a central topic.
Focus Areas for Government Retreat Set
29.08.2025 At the government retreat next week, according to ÖVP State Secretary Alexander Pröll, three areas will be the focus.
Wiener Westbahnhof chosen as the best station in VCÖ station test
29.08.2025 14,400 passengers have chosen the best station in this year's VCÖ station test.
Kickl's Salary Emperor
29.08.2025 Guest commentary by Johannes Huber. When it comes to politicians' salaries, the FPÖ leader is once again at odds even with his own party friends.
Rapid Vienna after "Wonderful Day" for Mbuyi in Conference League Group Stage
29.08.2025 Rapid Wien has achieved the first interim goal of the still young football season by reaching the group stage of the Conference League.Why Austrians Are Currently Looking for a New Property
29.08.2025 Currently, about one in six Austrians is looking for a property, with the desire to move being strongest in Vienna (25 percent) and Salzburg (22 percent), and lowest in Lower Austria (8 percent) and Burgenland (10 percent). According to a study by ImmoScout24.at, housing costs are no longer the primary reason for property searches.
Gaza War: Meinl-Reisinger Sticks to Government Line
28.08.2025 Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger (NEOS) adheres to the red-white-red government line on the Gaza war.Another Fine Imposed on Construction Cartel
28.08.2025 The cartel court has imposed another fine on Pfnier & Co GmbH as part of the construction cartel uncovered a few years ago.
Mega Lawsuit Against Booking.com: 750 Local Hotels Also Sue
28.08.2025 According to the European industry association Hotrec, the planned class action lawsuit by European hotels against the Dutch booking platform Booking.com is receiving an "overwhelming response."
U21 National Team Player Bajlicz Leaves Rapid for Ried
28.08.2025 Midfielder Nicolas Bajlicz turns his back on Rapid. The 21-year-old joins Ried.
Focus on Digitalization at Day of the Monument 2025
28.08.2025 The countdown for the Day of Monuments 2025 is on. On September 28, the 30th edition will take place.
Report Warns: Islamism is Spreading in Austria
28.08.2025 The Documentation Center for Political Islam (DPI) warns of an increasing influence of radical Islamist groups in Austria. Social media plays a central role in this.
Canned Beer Sales in Austria Decreased in the First Half of the Year
28.08.2025 In the first half of 2025, the sales of canned beer in Austria decreased by 19 percent compared to the previous year. The total production of domestic breweries decreased by almost seven percent to 390 million liters.
Fire Department Came to the Aid of Young Deer in Upper Austria
29.08.2025 A young deer occupied the fire department in Upper Austria on Wednesday.
Vienna Energy will take over this energy company
28.08.2025 Wien Energie is expanding its portfolio in wind power and photovoltaics and intends to acquire the Lower Austrian energy company ImWind.
Karma is a Bitch: Robber Lies Bleeding on the Ground Shortly After at Vienna's Columbusplatz
28.08.2025 A 34-year-old man robbed a woman of her cigarette case at Vienna's Columbusplatz on Wednesday and also hit her in the face. During his subsequent escape on a bicycle, he fell and was seriously injured.