Richard Cockett received the Bruno Kreisky Prize for Political Book 2024
16.10.2025 The British historian and journalist Richard Cockett was awarded the Bruno Kreisky Prize for the Political Book 2024 on Wednesday evening at the Vienna City Hall.
Renovation of the Vienna Southeast Tangent on the Weekend
16.10.2025 Renovation work will take place on the Vienna Southeast Tangent over the weekend.
Sunday Opening: Survey Causes Backlash
16.10.2025 According to a study, three-quarters of respondents - if they could decide for themselves - are against Sunday opening of shops.
Second Indictment Against Rene Benko Legally Binding
16.10.2025 After the first trial for fraudulent bankruptcy against former Signa CEO Rene Benko, which took place in Innsbruck and ended on Wednesday with a provisional two-year prison sentence, the hearing for the second filed bankruptcy charge is also imminent. Benko's defense lawyer Norbert Wess intends to file an appeal and a nullity complaint against the first verdict.
Continue Waiting for Schönborn's Successor
16.10.2025 Josef Grünwidl, currently the apostolic administrator, is set to become the new Archbishop of Vienna. Christoph Schönborn is already retired. The decision was likely approved by the Council of Ministers, but has not yet been officially confirmed. The Vatican has also not announced the appointment yet.Tip Regulation Revised: Flat Rates Approved by National Council
16.10.2025 The National Council has passed a nationwide uniform regulation for tip allowances with the votes of the governing parties and the Greens.Missing Student Found Dead in Danube
16.10.2025
Number of Civil Servants Rises Again
16.10.2025 The number of civil servants has increased again in autumn, with 10,523 in service as of October 1st.New on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video & Co.: The Releases from October 20 to 26
16.10.2025 From October 20 to 26, there are many new film and series releases on streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Canal+, and Paramount+. Here is an overview of all the releases.
Erste Bank Open in Vienna Without Ofner
16.10.2025
The Erste Bank Open at the Wiener Stadthalle will start on Monday without Sebastian Ofner, Austria's number two in men's tennis. The 29-year-old from Styria is withdrawing due to ongoing physical problems, which have recently led to eight consecutive defeats. Ofner's wildcard goes to Jurij Rodionov.
New Rules for Freelance Contractors Adopted
16.10.2025
3 out of 4 young adults worry about their housing situation
16.10.2025 Three out of four young adults in Austria are worried about their current housing situation – this is shown by a new study from "immowelt.at" titled "Is Housing in Austria Still Affordable?". The age group of 16 to 29-year-olds is particularly affected: 78 percent of them look to their housing future with uncertainty – significantly more than the average of the general population, where around two-thirds of respondents express similar concerns.
City of Vienna Warns of Fake Tickets for "Lantern Festival" in the City Park
16.10.2025 The city of Vienna warns against fraud attempts with tickets for an unauthorized "Lantern Festival" in the city park. The website is unreliable.
Chamber of Labor Insists on Compensation for Unpaid Overtime
16.10.2025 The Chamber of Labor is once again demanding compensation for unpaid overtime in Austria.
Too High Operating Costs: AMISOLA Tenants Receive Up to 2,500 Euros Back
16.10.2025 The Chamber of Labor Vienna has achieved a significant success in an association procedure against AMISOLA Immobilien AG: 798 tenants will receive a total of around 1.28 million euros back due to inadmissible contract clauses in operating costs – that is an average of 2,500 euros per apartment for the period from 2021 to 2024.
This is the world's first 3D-printed stamp - and it comes from Austria
16.10.2025 "Edelweiß reloaded": The Austrian Post is launching the world's first stamp from a 3D printer.
Secret Report Passed On? Charges Brought Against Peterlik
16.10.2025 The Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office has filed charges against the former top official Johannes Peterlik for abuse of authority and breach of a duty of confidentiality.
Rare Onagers Make Their Debut at Vienna's Schönbrunn Zoo
16.10.2025 The Vienna Zoo Schönbrunn has broken new ground. Two onager mares are now at home in the zoo, with two more specimens of the subspecies of the Asiatic wild ass to follow this year.
Comfortable, Connected - Monitored? A Check on Smart Home Technologies
16.10.2025 The topic of Smart Home has gained significant importance in Austria in recent years. More and more households are relying on digital technologies to enhance living comfort, use energy more efficiently, and increase security. Here is an overview with advantages and disadvantages.
So much did the most expensive apartment sold in Vienna in 2024 cost
16.10.2025 The most expensive apartment sold in Vienna in 2024 is a penthouse apartment in the city center of Vienna. It was sold for 6.645 million euros to an investment company.
With 210 km/h Crashed into Truck Rear: 29-Year-Old Car Driver Fatally Injured
16.10.2025 A 29-year-old man died in the early hours of Thursday after his car collided from behind with a truck on the S6 near Bruck/Mur.Ex-Chancellor Nehammer Wants to "Stay True to Himself" in New Book
15.10.2025 The former Chancellor Karl Nehammer reflects on his term in office in his new book, defends himself against accusations regarding the budget crisis, and harshly criticizes FPÖ leader Herbert Kickl, while emphasizing his rejection of radical forces and collaboration with the FPÖ.
National Council: Electricity Price Compensation, Family Benefits and Peršmanhof
15.10.2025
In the National Council, discussions included the electricity cost compensation for energy-intensive businesses, family benefits for displaced persons from Ukraine, and the police operation at Peršmanhof.
New Archbishop of Vienna: Clarity Expected on Thursday
15.10.2025 Regarding the question of the new Archbishop of Vienna, clarity is expected as early as Thursday.State Security Council Met After Major Police Operation in Vorchdorf
15.10.2025 In Upper Austria, the State Security Council was active a few days after the large police operation in Vorchdorf.
Mouse Infestation and Illegal Dumpling Factory: Asian Restaurant in Vienna-Döbling Closed
15.10.2025 An Asian restaurant in Vienna-Döbling has been closed with immediate effect due to massive hygiene deficiencies and serious shortcomings. An illegal dumpling factory was also located within it.
Ex-Chancellor Nehammer Wants to "Stay True to Himself" in New Book
15.10.2025 The former Chancellor Karl Nehammer reflects on his term in office in his new book, defends himself against accusations regarding the budget crisis, and harshly criticizes FPÖ leader Herbert Kickl, while emphasizing his rejection of radical forces and collaboration with the FPÖ."Bonus Points" Through Public Service: New System for Medical Study Places
15.10.2025 At a conference in Graz, the regional health ministers, together with the Ministry of Health, decided to introduce an incentive system for medical study places, which provides bonus points in the entrance test for future employees in the public service.
Trial of Abused Vienna Teacher Enters Next Round
15.10.2025 At the Vienna Regional Court, the trial against a group of teenagers continues, who are accused of serious offenses against a teacher, including rape and arson. The defendants largely deny the acts.
Fraudulent Bankruptcy: René Benko Receives Two Years Imprisonment
15.10.2025 Former real estate tycoon and Signa founder René Benko was sentenced to an unconditional two-year prison term by a jury at the Innsbruck Regional Court on Wednesday for fraudulent bankruptcy. The verdict was initially not legally binding.Schloss Augarten opens its doors again for the Christmas market
15.10.2025 It's Christmas time again at the Augarten Porcelain Manufactory: On November 21 and 22, 2025, the manufactory invites you once more to the Christmas market.
New Master's Program for Psychotherapy Approved by the National Council
15.10.2025 The National Council has decided on a new Master's program in Psychotherapy, which will offer 500 study places starting from the winter semester 2026/2027, with the Greens expressing concerns about a possible preference for the Danube University Krems.
New Tool from BiWi Aims to Ease Career Choice for Young People
15.10.2025 The Career Information Center of the Vienna Economy now offers an innovative and free interest comparison profile for young people and parents.
WienMobil E-Bikes in High Demand in the First 100 Days
15.10.2025 The WienMobil e-bikes have been in operation for 100 days now, and the first statistics confirm their high demand. WienMobil cars are also enjoying increasing popularity.
Austria and Uganda Strengthen Cooperation in Migration Management
15.10.2025 Austria's Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger is participating in the Non-Aligned Summit in Uganda to promote the UN Security Council candidacy and advance the country's Africa strategy through discussions in the areas of security and economy.
Fraudulent Bankruptcy: René Benko Sentenced to Two Years in Prison
15.10.2025 Former real estate tycoon and Signa founder René Benko was sentenced to an unconditional two-year prison term by a jury at the Innsbruck Regional Court on Wednesday for fraudulent bankruptcy. The verdict was initially not legally binding.Agreement on Railway Collective Agreement: Salaries Increase by Up to Three Percent
15.10.2025 In the negotiations for a new railway collective agreement, the Association of Railways in the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber (WKÖ) and the union vida have agreed on a collective agreement after four rounds of negotiations.
Advertising Expenditures of the Government at Their Lowest in Ten Years
15.10.2025 The advertising expenditures of the Austrian government decreased to 3.2 million euros in the first half of 2025, representing a decline of 83 percent compared to the previous year, according to the media transparency data from KommAustria.
Caritas: "The Risk of Poverty for Women is Greatly Underestimated"
15.10.2025 According to a study commissioned by Caritas, every third woman in Austria living in a shared household is at risk of poverty, as the individual poverty risk of women is significantly underestimated compared to men. The study highlights unequal income distribution and financial dependencies as main factors, particularly affecting women in part-time work and with care responsibilities.