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.
Again Knife Attack in Vienna - This Time at Wallensteinplatz
28.08.2025 In Vienna-Brigittenau, a 44-year-old man was injured on the open street on Wednesday evening by multiple cuts.
So the Summer of 2025 Went from a Weather Perspective
28.08.2025 The meteorological summer only lasts a few more days. The preliminary balance from Geosphere Austria ranks it as the eighth warmest in the history of measurements in the lowlands.
Shoplifter in Vienna-Favoriten Caught Red-Handed by Employee
28.08.2025 An employee of a drugstore observed on Wednesday how a woman put several items into her bag and attempted to leave the store in Vienna-Favoriten without paying for the goods.
Arrest during Drug Deal in Vienna-Mariahilf
28.08.2025 On Wednesday morning, Vienna police officers discovered a drug deal in Vienna-Mariahilf.
Not in Agreement with Relationship: 18-Year-Old Locked Up and Beaten in Vienna Restaurant
28.08.2025 A young love ended on Wednesday evening in Vienna-Meidling with a brutal attack on an 18-year-old.
Now Comes the Rain: Summer Bids Farewell with Unstable Weather
28.08.2025 The meteorological summer ends on Sunday – until then, Austria will showcase its diverse weather: thunderstorms, sunshine, and mild temperatures will alternate.
Mental Stress in Everyday Life on the Rise Among Youth
28.08.2025 Against the backdrop of increasing psychological pressure on boys, as shown by surveys, results of a dialogue project have now been presented.
Body Found in Vienna's Danube: Suspect Refuses to Testify
29.08.2025 The 42-year-old, who is suspected of having killed a man in Vienna and then thrown the body into the Danube, is now in pre-trial detention. He remains silent about the allegations.
Increase in Students in Compulsory Education in Vienna
28.08.2025 In Vienna, around 253,000 students will start the new school year next Monday, including about 132,500 in compulsory schools, which represents an increase of about 1.8 percent.
Vienna's living rooms become saunas in the summer - and the politicians look on
28.08.2025 A recent study shows: Unrenovated, unshaded apartments in Vienna become heat traps in the summer – with temperatures sometimes exceeding 30 degrees even at night. In many cases, there is a lack of adequate heat protection, which has health consequences for the residents.
Increasing Number of Imperial Eagles in Austria
29.08.2025 The imperial eagle is on the rise in Austria. "Our intensive conservation efforts are bearing fruit and the local population of imperial eagles is steadily growing," said a BirdLife bird of prey expert.
René Benko: Million-Dollar Claim from Former Advisor Berninghaus
28.08.2025 The former advisor and investor of the bankrupt Signa Group, Dieter Berninghaus, is demanding 115 million euros from René Benko. The claim has been filed against the Benko family private foundation, according to Berninghaus in the Swiss business magazine "Bilanz" (Friday edition).
"Everything's on Fire": Government for Gewessler Only a World Champion in Announcing
28.08.2025 The Greens have nothing good to say about the government's work so far. From inflation, to gun laws, to climate protection: The list of unfinished tasks is long, but so far they have only been "world champions of announcements."Netflix continues "Monster" series
28.08.2025
Rewe CEO Counters "Knowledge-Free" Price Criticism from Politics
29.08.2025 In the debate about high food prices, Rewe Austria CEO Marcel Haraszti points to low profit margins in retail. The politics would sometimes argue very "uninformed".
NÖ: Christophorus flew 15-year-old to hospital after moped accident
28.08.2025 A 15-year-old moped rider was injured in a collision with a car in Wölbling on Wednesday and had to be flown to the hospital by emergency medical helicopter.
Banks Respond to Wave of Fraud in PayPal Transactions
28.08.2025 Due to suspicious transactions via Paypal, German banks have temporarily stopped payments to the US service. Affected are customers, merchants, and billions in payment transactions.
High Inflation in Austria: Gastronomy Defends Itself Against Bad Image
28.08.2025 The higher inflation in Austria compared to the Eurozone over the years is a burden for people and businesses. Often, the gastronomy and accommodation sectors are seen as responsible, which the industry has repeatedly refuted and emphasized again on Thursday.
Rainy Summer Ruined Outdoor Pool Season in Lower Austria
28.08.2025 Fewer visitors, lower revenues: Lower Austria's outdoor pools struggled this summer with unpredictable weather and rising costs.
What After Dog Bite: Man Drew Axe and Threatened Owner
28.08.2025 In Völkermarkt, a 44-year-old man attacked the owner of a dog after being bitten by it. The police temporarily arrested the man.
Attention: Fake Tax Office Emails Are Costing Austrians Their Savings
28.08.2025 Currently, there is an increase in fake emails in the name of FinanzOnline, urging recipients to update their data and threatening with penalties. This article explains how you can recognize these fraud attempts and protect yourself from them.
Nighttime Earthquake in Upper Styria
28.08.2025 With a magnitude of 1.9, there was a slight earthquake in Upper Styria on the night of Thursday.
Water Pipe Burst: Vienna West Exit Closed
28.08.2025 Due to a water pipe burst, the western exit in Vienna-Penzing was partially closed early Thursday morning.
Exception for Network Fees for PV Systems is Coming
28.08.2025 The government plans exemptions for smaller PV systems from the grid feed-in fees. The draft is expected to be presented in parliament by autumn.
Every Second Person Misses the Train: Criticism of the Railway's Timetable Flop
28.08.2025 The VCÖ rail test shows: Many train travelers lose valuable time due to poorly coordinated schedules. Passengers in Lower Austria are particularly affected.
New Limit Aims to Curb Exploitation with Possession Disturbance Lawsuits
28.08.2025 Recently, lucrative actions have been taken against drivers with threats of high possession disturbance lawsuits. Justice Minister Sporrer now plans a legal brake by reducing the basis for assessment for such lawsuits.
Family Hospice Leave: More Money for Those Affected Starting September
28.08.2025 The income limit for the hardship compensation in family hospice leave will increase to 1,200 euros starting in September. Stays abroad will be excluded from the subsidy in the future.
When Saving Becomes a Danger for the Economy
28.08.2025 The savings rate in Austria has increased significantly. The Momentum Institute warns: This money is missing in the economy – and proposes concrete measures.
Rapid Wien believes in advancing to the Conference League group stage
28.08.2025 On the way to the group stage of the Conference League, Rapid Vienna still has ETO Györ FC in their way. The Hütteldorf team must overcome the 1-2 deficit from the first leg in Hungary at home today, Thursday (7:00 PM/live ORF 1).
Record Summer Season for Austria: 40 Million Overnight Stays So Far
28.08.2025 The summer season 2025 in Austria records a record increase of 1.3 percent with 40.55 million overnight stays compared to the previous year, with the increase mainly attributed to foreign tourists.Alcohol-Free Wine Fails the Taste Test
28.08.2025
Lotto Sevenfold Jackpot Cracked: Solo Six Wins Around 9.7 Million Euros
28.08.2025 The seventh sevenfold jackpot in the over 39-year history of the lottery was hit on Wednesday.
Construction Work on Vienna Public Transport Continues After Summer Holidays
28.08.2025 Just in time for the start of school on September 1st, numerous public transport services in Vienna are resuming regular operations. However, some construction sites will continue – even until the end of the year. Here is an overview.
Concerned About the Emigration of Skilled Workers, Says Federation of Austrian Industries
27.08.2025 Data on labor migration paints "a worrying picture," according to the Federation of Austrian Industries (IV).
This is what Austria listened to this summer
27.08.2025 It may not be over yet, but Spotify is already presenting the top songs of the summer 2025. In Austria, gentle ballads and German rap share the top spots.
Elon Musk's Megarocket "Starship" Completes Successful Test Flight
27.08.2025 All good things come in tens: After several failed attempts, the tenth test flight of Elon Musk's "Starship" rocket was a success. It is the largest and most powerful rocket ever built.
Travis Kelce's Father Spills the Beans: Taylor Swift Said "Yes!" Two Weeks Ago!
27.08.2025 Just recently, Taylor Swift announced her engagement to NFL star Travis Kelce, but the proposal is said to have taken place two weeks ago in the garden of Kelce's parents' home in Missouri, as his father Ed Kelce revealed in an interview.
Aggressive Pensioner in Custody After Dog Drama in Vienna City
28.08.2025 On Monday, a dog seizure escalated in downtown Vienna, with the 66-year-old owner of the animal attacking the police officers and even attempting to bite them. The previously convicted woman is now in pre-trial detention.AUA: Union's Warning of Job Losses Unfounded
27.08.2025 The AUA dismissed the concerns of the vida union regarding potential job losses due to the restructuring plans of the Lufthansa Group as unfounded.
Rent Price Cap Already from Early 2026: Babler Heats Up Tempers
27.08.2025 The planned rent cap in privately financed housing from 2026, as announced by SPÖ leader Andreas Babler and confirmed by ÖVP Chancellor Christian Stocker, continues to cause political tensions and differing positions within and outside the coalition parties.
Who lives in Vienna pays the most for district heating
27.08.2025 A recent analysis shows partly massive differences in district heating tariffs across the federal states. Prices are particularly high in Vienna, but customers have little choice.
Resignation of Jürgen Werner as Austria Vienna Sports Director
27.08.2025 After a weak start to the new season, Jürgen Werner unexpectedly resigned from his position as sports director of Wiener Austria on Wednesday.
Judgment Against 31-Year-Old After Threat with Knife at Vienna Central Station
27.08.2025 On Wednesday, a woman was sentenced to a four-month suspended sentence at the Vienna Regional Court after a conflict with a passerby occurred at Vienna Central Station on April 18.
Lives Separated from Family: Bruce Willis Dependent on 24-Hour Care
27.08.2025 Actor Bruce Willis is being cared for in a 24-hour nursing home due to his frontotemporal dementia and lives apart from his family, as his wife recently reported in an interview with ABC.
Vienna Greens Criticize Education Policy in Vienna
27.08.2025 Four days before the start of school, the Vienna Greens criticized the education policy of the red-pink city government. In the last five years, the education situation has deteriorated under the NEOS policy. The Greens see problems in the lack of social mixing of students and the shortage of staff.
Austrian Armed Forces Will Continue to Strengthen the Domestic Economy with Investments in the Future
27.08.2025 The Federal Army plans to increase its budget and promote the country's economy through investments. According to Defense Minister Tanner, around 60 percent of the value creation from approximately 4,500 military procurements per year remains in Austria.
Who lives in Vienna pays the most for district heating
27.08.2025 A recent analysis shows significant differences in district heating tariffs across the federal states. Prices are particularly high in Vienna, but customers have little choice.Attempted Robbery in Vienna Subway Station: Who Knows the Suspect?
14.10.2025 On June 12, 2025, there was an attempted robbery at the Vienna subway station Längenfeldgasse. The Vienna police have now released a photo of the suspect and are asking the public for information.