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  • Right on Time for the Start of Summer: Vienna Opens Second Section of "Pier 22"

    20.06.2025 As reported by ORF, the popular leisure area Pier 22, which stretches between river kilometers 12.7 and 12.4 near the Reichsbrücke, is receiving a comprehensive facelift. The transformation began in the fall of 2024 and aims to transform the former locations of the popular "Sunken City." 

    Vienna Shines for Graz: Sea of Lights at the Donauinselfest 2025

    19.06.2025 The Danube Island Festival 2025 in Vienna sends a powerful message of solidarity with a sea of lights to commemorate the victims of the rampage in Graz and to promote peace, solidarity, and empathy.

    AI Revolution: Technology Has Never Been So Individual

    18.06.2025 You.com founder Richard Socher anticipates an AI revolution that will soon provide users with services as individualized as those for multi-billionaires. What this means for everyday life, the economy, and society.

    Niece Hidden from Police: Viennese Man Sentenced to 22 Months for Child Abduction and Rampage

    18.06.2025 A man was convicted of serious crimes, including child abduction, after he attempted to prevent the police from helping a missing girl.

    Body of Missing 81-Year-Old Found in Carinthia

    18.06.2025 An 81-year-old woman, who had been missing since last Friday, was found dead on Wednesday in the municipal area of Heiligenblut am Großglockner.

    Threat via Messenger: 16-Year-Old with Weapon Triggered Major Police Operation in Vienna

    18.06.2025 Shock in Vienna-Liesing: A 16-year-old teenager caused a major police operation on Wednesday afternoon after sending a threatening photo with a supposed weapon via a messaging service.

    After Rampage: Graduates at Graz BORG Exempted from Oral Exam

    18.06.2025 After the shooting spree at a high school in the Grazer Dreierschützengasse, the National Council passed a special regulation for the graduates there on Wednesday. The students can complete the final exam positively even without an oral exam.

    Double Budget for 2025/2026 Approved

    18.06.2025 The National Council approved the double budget for 2025/2026 on Wednesday afternoon. Approval in the final vote after three days of debate came only from the coalition partners ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS.

    Vienna-Döbling: Fugitive Thief Injures Himself with Knife After Chase

    18.06.2025 The alleged perpetrator is said to have stolen a cash box from a drugstore and fled the store with it. After a subsequent chase, he injured himself with a knife in front of the officers.

    Grief for Ariana Grande: "Nonna" Marjorie Passed Away at 99 Years Old

    18.06.2025 Ariana Grande mourns her beloved grandmother Marjorie "Nonna" Grande, who passed away at the age of 99.

    After Cancer Diagnosis: Kate Skips Royal Ascot Appearance

    18.06.2025 Princess Kate has to cancel her planned appearance at Royal Ascot at short notice. In the course of her cancer recovery, she is supposed to find rest and conserve her strength.

    365-Euro Annual Ticket for Wiener Linien in Jeopardy: Criticism from FPÖ and Greens

    18.06.2025 The 365-euro annual ticket of the Wiener Linien is in jeopardy. Both the Vienna Greens and the Vienna FPÖ criticize it. The FPÖ sees a possible price increase as a "rip-off of the population".

    Austria's Largest Music Store is Bankrupt: Vienna Store Klangfarbe Seeks Continuation

    18.06.2025 The traditional Viennese store Klangfarbe is insolvent. This was announced by the KSV on Wednesday afternoon. The reasons given are inflation and loss of sales.

    Chaos in the Sky: Ash Cloud from Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki Halts Bali Flights!

    18.06.2025 Volcanic Eruption on Flores: Gigantic Ash Cloud from Lewotobi Laki-laki Brings Air Traffic in Bali to a Standstill and Throws Vacation Plans into Chaos!

    Shocking Recall: dm Warns of Yeast Fungi in Popular Balea Product!

    18.06.2025 It is about a special care product that is part of many people's daily routine. Specifically affected is the Balea Hyaluron Hand Serum. This serum is known for its moisturizing properties and is often used to pamper dry hands.

    Advertising on WhatsApp: Meta Advances Monetization

    18.06.2025 Meta plans to introduce advertising on WhatsApp, with sponsored content set to appear in the "Status" section. The end-to-end encryption and private messages will remain unaffected.

    Belluno Declares State of Emergency: Landslide Buries Houses

    18.06.2025 In the Italian Dolomite region, a mudslide has damaged numerous houses after heavy rain. In Borca di Cadore, a state of emergency was declared, and several people had to be evacuated.

    The Vienna Augarten becomes an "OPEN AIR" gallery this summer

    18.06.2025 On June 25, 2025, the summer pop-up "FREILUFT" will open in Vienna's Augarten, a project by Paul Rittenauer and Danielle Spera, offering art, culinary delights, and cultural programs outdoors until the end of August.

    USA cuts military aid for Ukraine: Europe must step in!

    18.06.2025 Attention, there is news that could change the perspective on support for Ukraine. After months of massive aid, the USA, one of Kyiv's main supporters, plans a significant reduction in its military aid in the upcoming budget. This is a development that surprises many and raises questions.

    Shooting Rampage in Graz: Review Phase Begins

    18.06.2025 After the Graz rampage, a meeting of the Styrian State Security Council took place on Wednesday. State leader Mario Kunasek stated afterwards that they are now entering the phase of addressing the aftermath of the rampage.

    Giveaway: We Are Giving Away Two Stylish Sunglasses from UNOFFICIAL

    18.06.2025 Just in time for the start of summer, you can win two pairs of sunglasses from UNOFFICIAL, provided by Pearle. Join our giveaway now - good luck!

    Eric Dane Battles ALS Diagnosis: The Moving Journey of the "Grey's Anatomy" Star

    18.06.2025 Grey's Anatomy star Eric Dane shakes the world with his ALS diagnosis – a blow of fate that completely turns the life of the popular actor upside down and deeply moves fans as well as celebrity colleagues.

    ID Austria gets a Mega Upgrade: This is how your digital key becomes an all-rounder on the web!

    18.06.2025 ID Austria becomes a digital multi-talent: The new universal key opens up completely new online worlds for you, from business transactions to age verification.

    Government Introduces Partial Pension and Pension Cap

    18.06.2025 The government has agreed on a new pension package that is to be passed in the National Council in July. Key points include the introduction of a partial pension and a so-called sustainability mechanism to limit pension expenditures.

    Ozzy Osbourne sells his DNA on empty cans: Clone Party or Marketing Gimmick?

    18.06.2025 The legendary rockstar Ozzy Osbourne, also known as the "Prince of Darkness," has offered nothing less than his own DNA for sale. Yes, you heard that right! But don't worry, you don't have to run to the doctor to get a piece of the "Madman." It's much easier—and much, much crazier!

    Tip Debate in the Government Does Not Abate

    18.06.2025 The dispute over the tax treatment of tips in the hospitality industry is intensifying. The NEOS are demanding complete tax exemption through a parliamentary petition, while the SPÖ advocates for differentiated solutions.

    Man in Upper Austria Fell from Balcony While Smoking

    18.06.2025 After a fall from a balcony without a railing in Upper Austria, a 53-year-old was taken to the hospital with serious injuries.

    Agreement on Messenger Surveillance Reached

    18.06.2025 After long negotiations, the federal government has reached an agreement regarding messenger surveillance.

    Agreement on Messenger Surveillance Reached

    18.06.2025 After long negotiations, the federal government has reached an agreement regarding messenger surveillance.

    Shock: Unforgotten TV Chef Anne Burrell Dies at 55

    18.06.2025 The culinary world is in shock: TV chef and "Iron Chef" star Anne Burrell was found dead at her home in Brooklyn at just 55 years old, the exact cause of death remains a mystery.

    Knife Stabbed in the Back: Youths Attack Passersby at Vienna Subway Station

    18.06.2025 A 43-year-old man became the victim of an attack in Vienna-Donaustadt by six youths who first spat on him and then stabbed him in the back with a folding knife before fleeing towards Seepark.

    Scammers Now Rely on "Medical Trick": Especially Targeting Pensioners

    18.06.2025 Fraudsters are now using the "medical trick" to relieve unsuspecting pensioners of their valuables. The police are raising the alarm and calling for caution.

    An Underground Club of a Different Kind: The Wiener Linien x Stations Rave Returns

    18.06.2025 The WL x Stations-Rave returns to the U3-Station Volkstheater in collaboration with the collective DONNERKANZEL. Vienna's night owls will enjoy an unparalleled rave experience on July 3, 2025 - deep underground.

    "He was very reserved": Former classmate of Graz rampage shooter remembers

    18.06.2025 After the rampage of a 21-year-old in Graz, a former classmate of the perpetrator spoke out via ORF and "Kleine Zeitung": He said he had not noticed any bullying against the later shooter at school.

    Agreement on Messenger Surveillance Reached

    18.06.2025 After long negotiations, the federal government has reached an agreement regarding messenger surveillance.

    Agreement on Messenger Surveillance Reached

    18.06.2025 After long negotiations, the federal government has reached an agreement regarding messenger surveillance.

    After Attacks: First Repatriation Flights Landed in Tel Aviv

    18.06.2025 After the closure of the airspace over Israel due to the conflict with Iran, the first plane with Israelis stranded abroad has landed at the airport in Tel Aviv.

    Inflation fell to 3.0 percent in May

    18.06.2025 The inflation rate has been in a downward trend over the past month.

    "Deus Est Machina": Plea for a Secular Society

    18.06.2025 In Deus est Machina, Niko Alm illuminates the power of religious institutions in the state and advocates for a consistent separation of religion and politics – well-founded, rich in facts, and highly topical.

    Shooting Rampage in Graz: Stricter Gun Laws and Millions in Aid for Affected Individuals Decided

    18.06.2025 The Austrian government has passed a package of measures following the rampage in Graz, which includes stricter gun laws, a compensation fund for those affected, and flexible regulations for graduates of the affected school.

    Perfume Thief Caught Red-Handed: Man Arrested in Vienna-Landstraße

    18.06.2025 A 36-year-old Hungarian was arrested for an attempted shoplifting of perfumes in a drugstore on Landstraßer Hauptstraße.

    Cosmetics Worth €4,000 Stolen: Repeat Offender Caught in Vienna-Mariahilf

    18.06.2025 A 54-year-old woman was caught stealing cosmetics worth over 4,000 euros from a drugstore on Mariahilfer Straße in Vienna for the second time. She was reported at large.

    New Bike Path on Vienna's Neubaugürtel is Here

    18.06.2025 A new two-way bike path can now be found on Neubaugürtel in Vienna.

    Armed Robbery at Tobacco Shop in Vienna-Penzing

    18.06.2025 On Tuesday morning, an armed robbery was committed at a tobacconist in Vienna-Penzing. The perpetrator is on the run.

    Shooting Rampage in Graz: Stricter Gun Laws and Millions in Aid for Affected Individuals Decided

    18.06.2025 The Austrian government has passed a package of measures following the rampage in Graz, which includes stricter gun laws, a compensation fund for those affected, and flexible regulations for graduates of the affected school.

    Knife Stabbed in the Back: Youths Attack Passersby at Vienna Subway Station

    18.06.2025 A 43-year-old man became the victim of an attack in Vienna-Donaustadt by six youths who first spat on him and then stabbed him in the back with a folding knife before fleeing towards Seepark.

    15-Year-Old in Vienna-Floridsdorf Hit by Speedster: Girl in Life-Threatening Condition

    18.06.2025 In a traffic accident in Vienna-Floridsdorf on Tuesday evening, a 15-year-old pedestrian was critically injured.

    Inflation fell to 3.0 percent in May

    18.06.2025 The inflation rate has been in a downward trend over the past month.

    Hirscher continues after cruciate ligament tear

    18.06.2025 Marcel Hirscher remains in the ski world despite the cruciate ligament tear he suffered last winter. "I am ready for another season, now you can call it a comeback," said the multiple world champion on Wednesday.

    365-Euro Annual Ticket for Wiener Linien in Jeopardy: Criticism from FPÖ and Greens

    18.06.2025 The 365-euro annual ticket of the Wiener Linien is in jeopardy. Both the Vienna Greens and the Vienna FPÖ criticize it. The FPÖ sees a possible price increase as a "rip-off of the population".

    Celebrity Outrage After Brutal Robbery of the Geissens: Silvia Wollny Defends Herself Against Online Hate!

    18.06.2025 Brutal Reality Instead of Film: Armed Robbers Overpower Carmen and Robert Geiss in Their Luxury Villa Near Saint-Tropez – the Shocking Act Gains Prominent Support and Brings Online Hate to Light.

    The Weather at the Danube Island Festival 2025 in Vienna: Detailed Forecast

    20.06.2025 Sunshine galore and no rain in sight: At the Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025, visitors can expect perfect festival weather from Friday to Sunday. We have the detailed weather forecast for the DIF in Vienna.

    The Vienna Theater for Young Audiences is in New Hands

    18.06.2025 Aslı Kışlal, renowned director and expert in post-migrant theater approaches, will take over the artistic direction of the Theater der Jugend in Vienna starting from the 2026/27 season, as announced by the board together with Vice Chancellor Andreas Babler and City Councillor for Culture Veronica Kaup-Hasler.