Austria Revises Security Strategy - and Citizens Can Have Their Say
13.08.2025 The government involves the population in the revision of the security strategy. From September 27, citizens will discuss this in Innsbruck, Klagenfurt, and Salzburg.
AI Hunts Tax Evaders: 354 Million Euros Recovered
13.08.2025 In the fight against tax fraud, the Ministry of Finance is increasingly relying on Artificial Intelligence. In 2023, this resulted in additional tax revenues amounting to 354 million euros.
Weather Satellite with Vienna Components Successfully Launched into Space
13.08.2025 The new European weather satellite Metop-SGA1, equipped with technology from the Vienna-based space company Beyond Gravity, successfully launched into space. It promises more precise weather forecasts through enhanced data on clouds, water vapor, and ice sheets.
How Secure Are Electricity and Gas Supplies in Austria
13.08.2025 Last year, energy companies in Austria largely ensured the electricity and gas supply without major interruptions.
Study: Majority of Viennese Support Wild Nature in the City
13.08.2025 "Urban Rewilding", a novel approach to the renaturation of cities, is supported or tolerated by the majority of Viennese people.Tourists, Frequency, MotoGP: Here's Where It Jams on the Long Weekend
13.08.2025 On the weekend, ARBÖ predicts long traffic jams on Austria's roads. The reasons for this are the end of holidays in several German states, the Frequency Festival in St. Pölten, the "MotoGP" at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg, and the extended weekend due to the holiday on Friday.
Retreat of St. Pölten's Deputy Mayor Ludwig
12.08.2025 On Tuesday, St. Pölten's Deputy Mayor Ludwig announced his withdrawal from city politics.
Charges After Operation Involving Minor Daughter of Doctor in Graz
12.08.2025 After the case of the underage daughter of a doctor who allegedly assisted in an operation, initial charges are now reportedly pending.
Rode on the Outside of Train: Police Investigate Quartet
12.08.2025 Over the weekend, a quartet is said to have ridden on the outside of a train on the western route in Lower Austria.
After Rampage in Graz: School Operations Start at Alternative Location
12.08.2025 After the shooting spree in June with ten fatalities at the BORG Dreierschützengasse in Graz, classes will be held from September in a building of the technology company AVL north of the Helmut-List-Halle. This measure is expected to last for the entire school year.
Government Retreat to Start the Political Autumn
12.08.2025 With a government retreat at the Federal Chancellery, the government begins its autumn work at the beginning of September.
Chinese Online Giant Takes Over MediaMarkt: What This Means for Retail
12.08.2025 The European retail sector is experiencing a bombshell: The Chinese online giant JD.com secures the majority stake in Ceconomy, the parent company of MediaMarkt and Saturn. This move is far more than just a financial transaction; it signals a profound transformation in the electronics trade and raises important questions about the future of the traditional brands, the impact on competition, and the safeguarding of thousands of jobs.
How the Security of Food Supply is Set to Increase
12.08.2025 Agriculture Minister Norbert Totschnig (ÖVP) wants to further improve the security of food supply.
Peter Weck is 95: A Stage and TV Legend Celebrates
12.08.2025 In recent decades, Peter Weck has left his mark on Austria's cultural life as an actor, director, producer, and artistic director.
"Yes, I do": Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez are engaged
12.08.2025 Cristiano Ronaldo and his long-time partner Georgina have gotten engaged. The model expressed herself emotionally on Instagram.
Combating Illegal Migration: Continuation of "Operation Fox"
12.08.2025 The "Operation Fox" continues. It was launched in December 2022 to combat illegal migration and human smuggling at the Austrian-Hungarian border.
Heatwave in Austria: High "Julia" Brings Up to 36 Degrees
12.08.2025 Summer is showing its hottest side in Austria! After a comparatively mild start to the week, temperatures are set to rise dramatically in the coming days. High "Julia" is bringing a true furnace from the Mediterranean region into the country, causing thermometers to climb above 35 degrees in many places. But while the east and south are sweating, an interesting trend is emerging: the Alpine regions are becoming a sought-after destination for a refreshing summer retreat.
Further Criticism of the E-Economy Law
12.08.2025 The Association of Renewable Energy Austria has strongly criticized parts of the proposed Electricity Industry Act and demanded improvements.
Children's Safety in Road Traffic: New Platform Launched
12.08.2025 The new online platform "verkehrssicherheit.gv.at" on the topic of child safety in road traffic has been launched a few weeks before the start of the school year.
Pilot Project with Sterile Tiger Mosquitoes Launched in Graz
12.08.2025 The Asian tiger mosquito is already widespread in Graz, Linz, and Vienna. A pilot project in Graz started on Tuesday, where 600,000 sterile males will be released over six weeks. These are supposed to mate with females, resulting in no offspring. Initial results are expected at the earliest in October.
Start for Renovation of Vienna Theater Museum
12.08.2025 At the end of this week, the Vienna Theater Museum will close its doors, but not permanently, rather for the long-planned renovation.
Outside Riding on Train: Police Search for Quartet
12.08.2025 Over the weekend, a quartet is said to have ridden on the outside of a train on the western route in Lower Austria.
ECHR temporarily halts deportation of Syrian
12.08.2025 In another case, the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has temporarily halted a planned deportation to Syria.
Parking Maneuver Went Wrong: Viennese Pensioner in Life-Threatening Condition
12.08.2025 On Monday evening, a serious accident occurred in Vienna-Ottakring, in which a 73-year-old man was critically injured.
Teenagers Arrested After Attempted Burglary in Vienna-Fünfhaus
12.08.2025 Two teenagers aged 15 and 16 (Origin: both Syria) allegedly attempted to break into a store in Vienna-Fünfhaus last night with four other unknown perpetrators.
Motorcyclists engaged in a wild chase with police from Vienna to Lower Austria
12.08.2025 A civil patrol of the state traffic department noticed two motorcyclists on Monday evening who were traveling the A23 northbound at greatly excessive speeds. There were several dangerous overtaking maneuvers.
Drunk Driver Crashed into Taxi at Vienna's Karlsplatz
12.08.2025 A 36-year-old car driver under the influence of alcohol collided with a taxi at Karlsplatz on Monday, with both drivers sustaining minor injuries.
Body of Missing Viennese Man Found in the Danube
12.08.2025 In Vienna-Donaustadt, the body of a swimmer who had been missing for days was recovered from the Danube on Monday afternoon. The 48-year-old is believed to have drowned.
90 Years of Großglockner High Alpine Road: Austria's Panoramic Road Celebrates Anniversary
12.08.2025 The Grossglockner High Alpine Road, Austria's most famous panoramic road, which combines spectacular views with pioneering spirit and nature conservation, is celebrating its 90th birthday this year.
ECHR temporarily halts deportation of Syrian
12.08.2025 In another case, the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has temporarily halted a planned deportation to Syria.
Simone Lugner gets her own TV show
12.08.2025 Simone Lugner is getting her own show on ATV. It is set to start in the fall, as has already been revealed.
Gewessler in ORF "Summer Talk": Criticism of the Government's Climate Policy
12.08.2025 The Green Party leader Leonore Gewessler accuses the government of not wanting to achieve climate goals. She claims they are rolling back measures, subsidizing the "SUV-driving executive while driving" and have "billions for highway construction," said the former Minister of Climate Protection and Energy, who was the first party leader to be a guest on the ORF "Summer Talk" on Monday.
Federal Youth Representation Demands Clear Commitment from Government to Climate Neutrality by 2040
12.08.2025 For Youth Day, the Federal Youth Representation reviewed the government program. Sebastian Stark from the chair team praised the increase in funding for school psychology, which was initiated after the rampage in Graz. However, climate protection is considered insufficient.
Woman Rescued from Burning Apartment in Vienna-Favoriten
12.08.2025 A room fire in a multi-family house on Quellenstraße in Vienna-Favoriten triggered a response from the professional fire brigade on Tuesday morning.
Worker in Neusiedl am See Hit by Scaffolding Parts
12.08.2025 On Tuesday morning, a worker suffered serious injuries in an accident at a construction site in Neusiedl am See.
After Career End: Ex-Rapid Player Guido Burgstaller Becomes ÖFB Youth Coach
12.08.2025 Ex-Rapid Vienna captain Guido Burgstaller has started as an individual coach for the U19 national team at the ÖFB.
Weather Forecast for the Frequency Festival 2025 in Detail
12.08.2025 Radiant sunshine and temperatures up to 37 degrees: Festival-goers at the Frequency in St. Pölten can look forward to ideal weather – so don't forget sunscreen.
Social Assistance: Schumann Strongly Warns Against "Sawing" at the Basic Network
12.08.2025 The Minister of Social Affairs, Korinna Schumann (SPÖ), opposes questioning social assistance as a whole. "I would strongly warn against tampering with this basic safety net and letting people fall into the abyss," said the head of the department to the APA.
Perseids Shower Reach Their Peak Today
12.08.2025 The Perseid meteor shower reaches its peak on the night from Tuesday to Wednesday. How many shooting stars can be observed also depends on the weather conditions.
OGH: Several Terms and Conditions Clauses in Amazon Prime Invalid
12.08.2025 The Association for Consumer Information (VKI) has sued Amazon EU S.à.r.l. (Amazon) over several points in the contract terms for "Amazon Prime" on behalf of the Ministry of Social Affairs.
"The Life of a Showgirl": New Album by Taylor Swift Coming
12.08.2025 Taylor Swift surprised her fans on Tuesday night with the announcement of her new album "The Life of a Showgirl".
Accident in Switzerland: Four-Year-Old from Austria Dead
12.08.2025 On Monday evening, a four-year-old boy from Austria was fatally injured in a traffic accident in the Swiss city of St. Gallen.
Viennese Probationary License Holder Raced Through 80 km/h Zone in Lower Austria at 143 km/h
12.08.2025 On Monday evening, a Vienna probationary license holder overtook an unmarked police car at significantly excessive speed on the Südautobahn (A2) near Biedermannsdorf (Mödling district).
Voting started: Greenpeace is once again searching for "Austria's 9 Concrete Treasures"
13.08.2025 Greenpeace has opened the voting for "Austria's 9 Concrete Treasures," where once again the most unsightly concrete jungles in the country can be selected.
85-Year-Old Died in Swimming Accident in Tulln District
12.08.2025 On Monday afternoon, an 85-year-old man died in a swimming accident in Neu-Baumgarten, a part of the municipality of Sitzenberg-Reidling (Tulln district).
Painter in the Wiener Neustadt District Fell from Ladder and Died
12.08.2025 On Monday afternoon, a master painter in Katzelsdorf (Wiener Neustadt district) fell from a ladder and died.
Serious Car Accident in Lower Austria: Eight-Year-Old Boy is Dead
12.08.2025 On late Monday evening, an eight-year-old died following a car collision near the Danube Bridge in Engelhartstetten (Gänserndorf district).
Dangerous Waste: Have You Properly Disposed of Your Empty Deodorant Can?
12.08.2025 If your deodorant spray is used up, the can reflexively ends up in the trash. But be careful! If you do it wrong, serious dangers threaten. From explosions to fires – the risks are real and affect not only your home but also landfills. It's high time we shed light on the matter and show you how to handle this everyday task safely and environmentally friendly.
Frontal Crash in the Wels-Land District Claimed Two Lives
12.08.2025 On Monday, two people lost their lives in a traffic accident in the Wels-Land district.
Gewessler in ORF "Summer Talk": Criticism of the Government's Climate Policy
12.08.2025 The Green Party leader Leonore Gewessler accuses the government of not wanting to achieve climate goals. She claims they are rolling back measures, subsidizing the "SUV-driving executive while driving" and have "billions for highway construction," said the former Minister of Climate Protection and Energy, who was the first party leader to be a guest on the ORF "Summer Talk" on Monday.Vienna Red Cross Helps Homeless Against Heat
12.08.2025Iglo Under Scrutiny: Sebastian Lege Uncovers the Secrets of the Frozen Food Giants
12.08.2025 Sebastian Lege reveals the secret success strategies of the frozen food brand Iglo and sheds light on the truth behind their most famous products and sustainability promises.
ChatGPT warns users now about long conversations
12.08.2025 OpenAI responds to criticism: ChatGPT will now alert users to conversation breaks, avoid direct advice on relationship topics, and recognize emotional stress earlier.