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  • Totschnig sees climate neutrality by 2040 as "the ultimate challenge"

    23.06.2025 In environmental and climate policy, an eco-social approach is necessary to achieve the goals, explained Agriculture Minister Totschnig in the ORF "Press Hour" on Sunday. Criticism of the minister comes from the Greens.

    Styria: Three Injured in Accident with Drunk Driver

    22.06.2025 On the night of Saturday, a 39-year-old drunk driver caused a rear-end collision with three injuries on the S36 in Styria.

    Family Reunification in Austria Hardly Occurs Anymore

    22.06.2025 Even before the formal halt of family reunification for refugees to Austria, this process had almost completely come to a standstill.

    Marterbauer for Bonus-Malus System for Employment of Older Workers

    22.06.2025 Finance Minister Marterbauer plans to put pressure on employers who do not hire older workers. According to Marterbauer, this could be achieved through bonus-malus systems, as he explained in the "Krone" (Sunday edition).

    Rapid Vienna signs Andrija Radulovic

    22.06.2025 On Sunday, Rapid Vienna announced the permanent signing of offensive all-rounder Andrija Radulovic.

    Arrest in Vienna-Landstraße after Tracking of Stolen Headphones

    22.06.2025 After a 19-year-old woman's handbag was stolen the previous day in Vienna City, she was able to locate her wireless headphones, which had been in the handbag, the following day.

    22-Year-Old Robbed in Vienna-Meidling

    22.06.2025 On Saturday, a 22-year-old is said to have been beaten and robbed by a 25-year-old drinking companion he knew only casually in Vienna-Meidling.

    Fugitive Prisoner Arrested After Prison Leave

    22.06.2025 On Saturday, handcuffs clicked for an escaped prisoner in Vienna.

    Lower Austria: Search Operation for Missing Swimmer in Danube

    22.06.2025 A young woman is believed to have gone under while swimming in the Danube in Lower Austria on Saturday afternoon.

    Vienna Police Request Information Following ATM Explosion in Vienna-Donaustadt

    22.06.2025 In the early hours of Sunday morning, the Vienna police were alerted to the explosion of an ATM in a Vienna supermarket branch. The emergency call reached the state control center shortly after the incident at around 3:45 a.m.

    Vienna Police Request Information Following ATM Explosion in Vienna-Donaustadt

    22.06.2025 In the early hours of Sunday morning, the Vienna police were alerted to the explosion of an ATM in a Vienna supermarket branch. The emergency call reached the state control center shortly after the incident at around 3:45 a.m.

    Danube Island Festival 2026 Will Not Take Place in June

    22.06.2025 Next year, the Donauinselfest will not take place as usual on the last weekend of June.

    Josh., Kim Wilde and No Angels Thrill at the Donauinselfest

    22.06.2025 Almost no patch of grass was free on the second day of the 42nd Danube Island Festival in Vienna, as the program on the main stage attracted a large crowd of visitors.

    All images from the Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025

    22.06.2025 The Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025 attracts thousands of visitors to the Danube Island for three days. Here you will find all the pictures from the Danube Island Festival in Vienna.

    All images from the Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025

    22.06.2025 The Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025 attracts thousands of visitors to the Danube Island for three days. Here you will find all the pictures from the Danube Island Festival in Vienna.

    City Wants to Bring "AI Gigafactory" to Vienna

    22.06.2025 Vienna wants to secure one of the planned "AI Gigafactories".

    Danube Island Festival 2025: The Highlights on Sunday

    22.06.2025 On the third and final day of the 42nd Vienna Danube Island Festival, numerous bands will once again fire up the visitors. Highlights on Sunday include BEAST IN BLACK, Rag’n’Bone Man, and AUT of ORDA.

    Unexpected Result: More Microplastics in Glass Bottles Than in Plastic Bottles

    22.06.2025 Beverages from glass bottles may contain more microplastics than beverages from plastic bottles. This is the surprising result of a doctoral thesis presented by the French food safety authority.

    Price Increases Do Not Stop Austria's Population from Traveling

    22.06.2025 A recent survey by the consulting firm Deloitte shows that the economic situation does not deter Austria's population from traveling. Sustainability is also playing an increasingly important role.

    USA bomb Iran's nuclear facilities – Is a conflagration in the Middle East looming?

    22.06.2025 The United States, under President Donald Trump, together with Israel, bombed key nuclear facilities in Iran. The targets of the attacks were the facilities in Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan, which are considered the core of Iran's nuclear program.

    All images from the Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025

    22.06.2025 The Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025 attracts thousands of visitors to the Danube Island for three days. Here you will find all the pictures from the Danube Island Festival in Vienna.

    Man with Gun Triggered Police Operation in Vienna Park

    21.06.2025 A police operation in Herderpark in Vienna-Simmering due to an armed man caused a stir on Friday evening.

    Sharp Action Against Cyclists and E-Scooter Riders in Vienna: Aggressive Women Arrested

    21.06.2025 In Vienna, a targeted action against bicycle and e-scooter riders led to several reports and the temporary arrest of two aggressive women.

    Danube Island Festival Kick-off with Strauss Mashup and Sea of Lights

    21.06.2025 The opening of the 42nd Danube Island Festival in Vienna on Friday was marked by special musical experiments and an emotional commemoration. That was Day 1 on the Vienna Danube Island.

    All images from the Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025

    21.06.2025 The Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025 attracts thousands of visitors to the Danube Island for three days. Here you will find all the pictures from the Danube Island Festival in Vienna.

    All images from the Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025

    21.06.2025 The Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025 attracts thousands of visitors to the Danube Island for three days. Here you will find all the pictures from the Danube Island Festival in Vienna.

    Amazon Prime Day 2025: Bargain Alert or Deceptive Packaging?

    8.07.2025 The Amazon Prime Day 2025 creates a state of exception in online shopping from July 8 to 11. For the first time, Amazon is extending the event to four days – a clear signal of how important the shopping festival has become for the company and the industry. Millions of offers are expected, including technology, household goods, fashion, toys, and much more. The discounts are often substantial, but not always a real bargain.

    DIF 2025: All Highlights on Saturday

    21.06.2025 The festival Saturday at the Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025 is all about diversity - here are all the highlights of Day 2 at a glance.

    Rental Hotspots 2025: These Apartments Are the Most Sought After

    21.06.2025 The most sought-after rental apartments have become slightly smaller and more expensive compared to the previous year, according to a survey. Especially in Vienna, there is a trend towards smaller apartments with lower rent.

    SpaceX Rocket Explodes During Refueling – This Was the Cause

    20.06.2025 During preparations for the tenth test flight, Starship Ship 36 exploded during a static test. SpaceX assumes a pressure vessel defect – no one was injured.

    All Images from the Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025

    20.06.2025 The Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025 attracts thousands of visitors to the Danube Island for three days. Here you will find all the pictures from the Danube Island Festival in Vienna.

    All Images from the Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025

    20.06.2025 The Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025 attracts thousands of visitors to the Danube Island for three days. Here you will find all the pictures from the Danube Island Festival in Vienna.

    Integration Barometer: What Austrians Experience as a Central Challenge

    20.06.2025 A large portion of Austrians view the integration of migrants in this country critically.

    All Images from the Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025

    20.06.2025 The Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025 once again attracts thousands of visitors to the Danube Island for three days. Here you will find all the pictures from the Danube Island Festival in Vienna.

    Chaos Pure: Transport Strike in Italy Disrupts Holiday Plans

    20.06.2025 What exactly is the problem? It is a major labor dispute that does not completely bring every sector in Italy to a standstill, but massively affects transportation. The keyword "General Strike Italy" is circulating, even though it specifically impacts the transport sector. This means concretely: massive flight cancellations, especially with Italian airlines like ITA Airways, but also disruptions with other airlines flying to or from Italy.

    Electricity Prices in Austria Among the Highest in the World

    20.06.2025 In this country, consumers pay for electricity as much as in few other countries. According to the comparison portal Verivox, Austria ranks eighth among the most expensive countries with an average price of 36.9 cents per kilowatt hour.

    This helps against a sunburn

    20.06.2025 Here you will learn what helps against sunburn and how you can prevent it.

    Baby Injured in Lower Austria: Trial Next Week

    20.06.2025 In Lower Austria, a father must answer for serious bodily harm on June 25.

    How to Keep Your Dog Hydrated in Summer

    20.06.2025 In the summer heat, it is crucial that dogs consume enough fluids.

    Suspicion of Listeria: Arctic Char Fillet from Pur Alpen Rauch Recalled

    20.06.2025 Due to possible contamination with listeria, the Salzburg company Pur Alpen Rauch has recalled a char filet.

    Danube Island Festival 2025 Begins: The Highlights on Friday

    20.06.2025 Today marks the start of the Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025 with a spectacular program and free entry for everyone. Here are the day's highlights summarized.

    Second Photovoltaic Funding Call Before Start

    20.06.2025 The new week brings the kickoff for the second photovoltaic funding call.

    Russia-Related Association "People in Resilience" Under Judicial Scrutiny

    20.06.2025 The Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office has initiated an investigation against two suspects on suspicion of violating the Sanctions Act in connection with activities of a Russia-affiliated association.

    Warning: Choking Hazard with Sand Toy "Beach Toys"

    20.06.2025 On behalf of the Federal Ministry of Labor, Social Affairs, Health, Care and Consumer Protection (BMASGPK), AGES warns against the sand toy "Beach Toys", consisting of a truck, shovel, rake, and molds.

    Shark Alarm! 4-Meter Predator Spotted at Popular Swimming Beaches

    20.06.2025 The largest known great white shark in the Atlantic, "Contender," is currently off the coast of North Carolina – near popular vacation beaches. Researchers are tracking its journey with state-of-the-art technology.

    Two Goats Perished: Police Stop Animal Transport in Lower Austria

    20.06.2025 In the district of Melk, an animal transport was taken out of service during inspections.

    "It was creepy": Sports shooter recalls later Graz rampage shooter

    20.06.2025 After the Graz rampage, a 65-year-old man who had trained with the perpetrator at a shooting club spoke to "profil".

    The Sandman: Season 2 – The Epic Finale of the Netflix Fantasy Series

    20.06.2025 After the great success of the first season, "The Sandman" returns with its second and final season, which will be released on July 3, 2025 (Vol. 1) and July 24, 2025 (Vol. 2) on Netflix.