Foreign Applicants: Where Universities Want to See Higher Barriers
3.07.2025 The universities would like to have higher hurdles for the admission process for applicants from third countries.
Partial Pension: Social Committee Gave Green Light
3.07.2025
Green light has been given in the Social Committee for partial retirement. This was also supported by the Greens.
KV Negotiations: Agreement for Cable Car Employees
2.07.2025 The social partners have reached an agreement in the collective bargaining negotiations for the cable car industry.
Salzburger Landtag elected Edtstadler as Governor
2.07.2025 The Salzburg State Parliament has elected Karoline Edtstadler (ÖVP) as the Governor. She succeeds Wilfried Haslauer. Edtstadler was elected by ÖVP, FPÖ, and SPÖ, while KPÖ Plus and the Greens refused to give their approval.
71-Year-Old Seriously Injured by Construction Site Fence
2.07.2025 In Vienna-Mariahilf, a woman was seriously injured by a construction site fence on Wednesday.
Verdict in Terror Trial in Wiener Neustadt
2.07.2025 A teenager was sentenced to twelve months in prison, four of which are unconditional, in Wiener Neustadt for terrorist association. The verdict is not final.
Barbara-Prammer-Park in Vienna-Margareten Opened
2.07.2025 On the Rechten Wienzeile near the Kettenbrückengasse subway station, a previously asphalted area has been transformed into a shady place to stay.
Lightning-Rich June: 358,000 Discharges in Austria
2.07.2025 Over 358,000 lightning discharges illuminated the sky over Austria in June. Significant regional differences could be observed.
Danger to Life in the Garden: Expert Warns About Private Pools
2.07.2025 Private pools pose a significant risk for child drowning, as there is often a lack of adequate supervision and safety measures.
Increase in Long-Term Sick Leave
2.07.2025 In 2024, employees in Austria spent an average of 15.1 calendar days on sick leave, similar to the previous year. According to the absenteeism report by Wifo, there is a polarization: 43.2 percent of illness cases lasted less than four days. At the same time, the proportion of long-term sick leaves (from 43 days) is continuously increasing.
Antisemitic Arson Attack at Vienna Central Cemetery: Suspect Charged
2.07.2025 A 27-year-old Austrian is suspected of being responsible for the anti-Semitic arson attack on the Jewish section of the Vienna Central Cemetery. He was charged following investigations by the state authorities, accused of arson as a Nazi activity, among other charges.
Danube Shipping Without Restrictions Despite Low Water Levels
2.07.2025 The water levels of the Danube are currently low, but there are no restrictions for shipping, according to the waterway operator via donau upon request from the APA.
Confession after ATM Card Fraud in Vienna and Burgenland: 48-Year-Old Charged
2.07.2025 A 48-year-old man is suspected of having used a stolen ATM card over a period of about two weeks in April, making multiple payments with it. According to the Vienna police, this caused the victim a loss in the higher three-digit euro range.
Exit Interviews, Workshops, Emergency Assistance: More Psychological Help in Schools
2.07.2025 After the shooting spree at BORG Dreierschützengasse in Graz, the federal government has announced a package of measures to strengthen mental health in schools.
Hundreds of Fines in Focused Inspection in Vienna
2.07.2025 On Tuesday, the Vienna Traffic Department, together with the uniformed bicycle service (uFD) of the city police commands, conducted a focused inspection in Vienna.
DNA Samples Prove: Men Assaulted 17-Year-Old in Vienna Apartment
2.07.2025 DNA traces have now led to the arrest of four men suspected of sexually abusing a 17-year-old in an apartment in Vienna-Simmering.
24-Year-Old Arrested in Vienna-Favoriten After Theft
2.07.2025 A 24-year-old man was provisionally arrested by the police on Tuesday night as he is suspected of several criminal offenses.
Theft in Vienna Electronics Store Solved
2.07.2025 After a theft in an electronics store in Vienna-Meidling, four Hungarian nationals were identified and reported as suspects.
Ponytail as Protest: Petition Against Carriage Horses in Vienna
2.07.2025 The Austrian Animal Welfare Association has launched a protest campaign to draw attention to the plight of the carriage horses in Vienna and to demand their relocation to green recreational areas. The campaign mainly criticizes the heat and noise stress the animals endure in urban traffic.
Bold Thief Sought by Vienna Police
2.07.2025 Already in August of last year, a theft occurred in a store in downtown Vienna. The police have now released a photo of the suspect and are asking for information.
Series of Break-ins in Vienna, Lower Austria, and Burgenland: Police Capture Criminal Trio
2.07.2025 The State Criminal Office of Lower Austria has apprehended a trio responsible for a total of 55 offenses, including numerous vending machine break-ins in Lower Austria, Vienna, and Burgenland, causing damage of over 42,000 euros.
Carinthia is a Heat Hotspot: Highest Alert Level Declared
2.07.2025 In parts of Carinthia, the highest alert level has been declared due to the extreme heat. Up to 38 degrees are expected on Thursday.
How the Dew Point Affects the Heat
2.07.2025 How unbearable heat is perceived strongly depends on the humidity.
ORF Contribution Actually Constitutional: Board of Trustees Praises "Groundbreaking Ruling"
2.07.2025 The Constitutional Court has confirmed the constitutionality of the ORF fee and emphasized that the 15.30 euros per household per month are considered an important democratic contribution. For ORF Foundation Board Chairman Heinz Lederer, the ruling is "groundbreaking."
Heat Drives Viennese to Outdoor Pools
2.07.2025 In view of the ongoing heatwave, the city of Vienna expects a significant increase in visitor numbers to the public outdoor pools.
Problem Child of the Real Estate Industry: Continued Price Decline for Tenement Buildings in Vienna
2.07.2025 The Vienna tenement market has been experiencing a price decline since 2022. Despite a slowdown in the downward trend since autumn, prices remain under pressure due to insolvencies and rent price caps.
New Tariff at Wien Energie: Households Can Save 150 Euros
2.07.2025 Wien Energie has presented a discounted offer for private customers with the new tariff "OPTIMA Entspannt plus".
Slippers and Co. in the Test: Almost Half Contaminated with Dangerous Chemicals
2.07.2025 In summer, airy shoes are in demand. However, these often have hidden dangers, as a recent test by Global 2000 and the Upper Austrian Chamber of Labor proves. Eight out of 19 models were contaminated with dangerous chemicals, known as Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC). Two products should not have been sold in Europe at all. With the "Scan4Chem" app, you can inquire with manufacturers and retailers whether an item contains SVHC.
The Magic of Old Bricks: Creative Upcycling Ideas for Garden and Home
2.07.2025 Discover the transformative magic of old bricks, which not only add nostalgic charm to your garden and home but also bring sustainability and creativity to unique DIY projects.
Salzburg State Parliament Elected Edtstadler as Governor
2.07.2025 The Salzburg State Parliament has elected Karoline Edtstadler (ÖVP) as the Governor. She succeeds Wilfried Haslauer. Edtstadler was elected by ÖVP, FPÖ, and SPÖ, while KPÖ Plus and the Greens refused to give their approval.
Mobile air conditioners are selling like hot cakes again
2.07.2025 The current heatwave is once again causing a boom in mobile air conditioning units. Manufacturers and sellers are pleased.
For the 35th Anniversary: Free Magnum Ice Cream at Vienna's MuseumsQuartier
2.07.2025 Celebrating its 35th anniversary in Austria, the ice cream brand Magnum is hosting a temporary pop-up store in the Oval Hall of the Vienna MuseumsQuartier. On July 3rd and 4th, 2025, free ice cream will be available here.
Living in the Chocolate Factory: Viennese Gründerzeit House Shines in New Splendor
2.07.2025 The chocolate factory in Vienna, a revitalized historic building in the 15th district, offers a total of 21 modern condominiums with open spaces and two commercial units on 2,000 m² after the successful completion of a real estate project, with the location boasting excellent connectivity and local amenities.
Girl (8) Dies After Swimming Accident in Vienna
2.07.2025 An eight-year-old girl has died following an accident on Sunday at the Hirschstetten bathing pond in Vienna-Donaustadt.
Nothing for the Faint-Hearted: Europe's Highest Swing Comes to Vienna
2.07.2025 On July 3, 2025, the highest swing in Europe will open for one day at the Vienna IZD Tower. At around 140 meters high, participants of the EY career event can enjoy an unforgettable view.
Gas grill caught fire on balcony: 14 people rescued from house in Lower Austria
2.07.2025 A gas grill in flames caused a major fire brigade operation on Tuesday evening in the district of Lilienfeld.
"Green Holds.": Greens Nominate Leonore Gewessler as New Party Leader
2.07.2025 On Sunday, Leonore Gewessler, former Minister of Climate Protection, was elected as the successor to Werner Kogler at the federal congress with 96.76 percent of the delegates' votes. There were no opposing candidates. Now, the newly appointed leader of the Greens smiles under the slogan "Green holds." from several posters promoting the change at the top.
Lower Austria: Two Women Run Over by Drunk Driver
2.07.2025 Two elderly women were hit by a drunk driver in Lower Austria on Tuesday and suffered partially serious injuries.
Search Operation in Lower Austria: Woman with Dementia Found in Bushes
2.07.2025 The 83-year-old was considered missing after she left her nursing home in Pressbaum. She was found uninjured.
Rolling Mill Caught Fire: Major Operation at Foundry in Lilienfeld
2.07.2025 A fire at the foundry operation of Neuman Aluminium in Lilienfeld required the deployment of 111 members from 13 fire departments early Wednesday morning.
92-Year-Old Received Hash Cookie from 54-Year-Old Grandson: Hospital
2.07.2025 Tuesday evening, a 92-year-old woman from Carinthia was brought to the hospital unconscious. It turned out that the woman from the Klagenfurt-Land district had unknowingly consumed drugs in the form of a hash cookie, which her 54-year-old grandson had previously given her. He claims to have received it as a gift from an unknown person.
All Clear for Residents After Major Fire at Emco Company in Hallein
2.07.2025 After the major fire at the Emco company in Hallein, the environmental alert for the region was lifted during the night, while the fire brigade continues to be engaged in extinguishing operations.
Light Earthquake in the District of Wiener Neustadt
2.07.2025 Near Sollenau in the district of Wiener Neustadt, an earthquake with a magnitude of 2.6 occurred early Wednesday morning.
Exit Interviews, Workshops, Emergency Assistance: More Psychological Help in Schools
2.07.2025 After the shooting spree at BORG Dreierschützengasse in Graz, the federal government has announced a package of measures to strengthen mental health in schools.
Map Shows Alarming Increase in Heat Days in Austria
2.07.2025 The heat stress in Austria is increasing massively. This is felt not only in light of the current heatwave, but it is also evident in an interactive map where a team of researchers from Vienna has calculated a heat stress index for all districts and municipalities.
Single-Family House in Vienna-Floridsdorf Engulfed in Flames
2.07.2025 On Tuesday evening, a fire broke out in an abandoned single-family house in Vienna-Floridsdorf. When the professional fire brigade arrived, flames were already coming out of several windows, and thick smoke was pouring from inside the building.
13-Year-Old Cyclist Dies in Collision with Car in Upper Austria
2.07.2025 In a traffic accident on Tuesday in Upper Austria, a young cyclist lost her life.
Do Dogs Distinguish Between Nice and Grumpy People?
2.07.2025 Dogs treat dismissive and benevolent people the same, according to Viennese behavioral researchers.
Environmental Alarm: Major Fire at Emco Company in Hallein
2.07.2025 A fire broke out late Tuesday afternoon in an industrial hall at the machine tool manufacturer Emco, located in Hallein.
Bornavirus Alarm! How to Protect Yourself Now from the Deadly Infection
1.07.2025 A rare but deadly virus is currently causing concern in Upper Bavaria: Two deaths from the Bornavirus (BoDV-1) have been confirmed in Pfaffenhofen an der Ilm. The news is also resonating in Austria, where concern about the transmission of rare diseases is growing. But how dangerous is the Bornavirus really, and what precautions should the people of Vienna and all Austrians take?
Stop of Family Reunification is Now Legally Binding
1.07.2025 Austria temporarily halts family reunification for asylum seekers. The regulation is valid for six months.
Girl and Man Still in Critical Condition After Swimming Accidents in Vienna
1.07.2025 After swimming accidents on Sunday in Vienna, an eight-year-old girl and a 28-year-old man remain in critical condition.
Wimbledon 2025: Unbelievable Scenes That No One Would Have Expected
1.07.2025 Wimbledon, the mecca of tennis, is known for its traditions, charm, and unparalleled atmosphere. But in 2025, the famous grass-court tournament showed a new, dramatic side: heatwaves pushed athletes to their limits, and unexpected incidents caused a stir. A look behind the scenes, where athletic excellence meets human challenges.
Already More Than 100 Forest Fires Registered in Austria This Year
1.07.2025 This year, significantly more forest fires have been recorded in Austria compared to the same period in the previous two years.