Part-Time Debate in Austria: Hattmannsdorfer Wants to Abolish the Marginal Employment Threshold
30.07.2025 Economy Minister Wolfgang Hattmannsdorfer (ÖVP) plans to freeze the marginal employment threshold due to the high part-time employment rate in Austria, while also wanting to review the income limits for social benefits, as these could provide incentives to remain in part-time work.
E-Economy Demands Improvements to the Electricity Industry Act
30.07.2025 The planned Electricity Industry Act (ElWG) is viewed positively overall by the Austrian electricity industry, although the draft is still underdeveloped in some areas. Verbund CEO Michael Strugl warns of rising electricity costs.
Demanded Money on Snapchat: 16-Year-Old Convicted of Extortion in Vienna
30.07.2025 A 16-year-old was sentenced to three months probation at the Vienna Regional Court for extortion and bodily harm after extorting money from a 14-year-old under threat of violence.
Traffic Fatalities in the First Quarter Predominantly Male
30.07.2025 The traffic fatalities in the first quarter were over 85 percent male this year.
Weapons Prohibition Zone at Vienna's Yppenplatz: New Police Measures from August
30.07.2025 Starting August 1, a weapons ban will come into effect at Yppenplatz in Vienna-Ottakring. Additionally, a protection zone will be established to safeguard minors.
Investigations Nearing Conclusion After Villach Attack
30.07.2025 After the terrorist attack in Villach, in which a 23-year-old Syrian killed a 14-year-old boy and seriously injured five other people, charges may soon be filed. The investigation against the suspect is almost complete, as the Klagenfurt public prosecutor's office announced.
Part-Time Debate in Austria: Hattmannsdorfer Wants to Abolish the Marginal Employment Threshold
30.07.2025 Economy Minister Wolfgang Hattmannsdorfer (ÖVP) plans to freeze the marginal employment threshold due to the high part-time rate in Austria, while also wanting to review the income limits for social benefits, as these could provide incentives to remain in part-time work.
AUA Flight Attendant Threatened After Landing at Vienna Airport
30.07.2025 After an Austrian Airlines plane landed at Vienna Airport in Schwechat on Wednesday morning, a passenger threatened the crew members.
Football: Wiener Austria Must Face Spaeri After Cup Exit
30.07.2025 After the exit in the Cup, Wiener Austria faces the second leg against FC Spaeri in the qualification for the Football Conference League.
Tyrolean Family Evacuated from Beach After Earthquake in Japan
30.07.2025 The beach visit of an Austrian family on the Japanese island of Ishigaki in Okinawa Prefecture ended unexpectedly on Wednesday morning local time.
Driver Dead After Collision with Train in Upper Austria
30.07.2025 In Upper Austria, a collision between a car and a train occurred on Wednesday.
Man in Vienna-Wieden Threatens Receptionist and Attacks Homeless Person with Broom
30.07.2025 A 29-year-old man was arrested in Vienna after allegedly threatening a hotel employee with a knife and attacking a homeless person with a broomstick. The police classify him as mentally conspicuous.
Good News About Viennese Ice Cream
30.07.2025 Ice cream in Vienna is safe, according to the Market Office. So far this year, around 60 samples have been taken, none of which were harmful to health, it was stated in a press release on Wednesday.
After Collision: Pedestrian Beats Up Scooter Driver in Vienna-Favoriten
30.07.2025 After a collision between a pedestrian and an e-scooter rider in Vienna-Favoriten, a physical assault occurred on Tuesday. The police temporarily arrested a 51-year-old man.
Alleged Victim of Robbery in Vienna-Favoriten Reported
30.07.2025 In May, a 19-year-old claimed to have been attacked and robbed by a group in Vienna-Favoriten. Comprehensive investigations have now brought a twist.
Police Car and Ambulance Collided in Vienna-Leopoldstadt: Several People Injured
30.07.2025 In the Obere Augartenstraße in Vienna-Leopoldstadt, there was an accident involving a police car and an ambulance on Wednesday.
Burglary in Vienna-Favoriten: Youths Arrested at Reumannplatz
30.07.2025 Two teenagers are suspected of breaking into a store in Vienna-Favoriten. The police were able to arrest them at Reumannplatz.
Architect Helmut Swiczinsky is dead
30.07.2025 Der Architekt Helmut Swiczinsky ist nicht mehr am Leben. Er wurde 81 Jahre alt.
Viennese Man Who Disappeared on Vacation in Croatia Found Dead
30.07.2025 A Viennese man missing for two years was found dead in Croatia.
Weapons Prohibition Zone at Vienna's Yppenplatz: New Police Measures Starting August
30.07.2025 Starting August 1, a weapons ban will come into effect at Yppenplatz in Vienna-Ottakring. Additionally, a protection zone will be established to safeguard minors.
Trial for Attempted Double Murder Begins in Upper Austria
30.07.2025 A trial for attempted double murder will take place next week in Upper Austria.
Weapons Prohibition Zone at Vienna's Yppenplatz: New Police Measures Starting in August
30.07.2025 Starting August 1, a weapons ban will come into effect at Yppenplatz in Vienna-Ottakring. Additionally, a protection zone will be established to safeguard minors.
Austrian Ambassador Recalled After Allegations
30.07.2025 After offensive blog entries became known, an Austrian ambassador was withdrawn from his post in an EU country. The Foreign Ministry confirmed a report by the "Kronen Zeitung" (Wednesday edition) to the APA on Wednesday.
Hospital Doctors: This is What the Vienna Medical Association Wants
30.07.2025 In view of the difficult staffing situation in Vienna's hospitals, the Medical Association of the federal capital is calling for the option of voluntary continued work in retirement.
Strapped in and Calmed Down: Conditions in Austria's Care Facilities Are Worsening
30.07.2025 The number of restrictions on freedom in residential and care facilities has reached a new high in Austria, particularly affecting nursing and care homes. The advocacy network is calling for more resources and better working conditions for staff to also improve the quality of life and fundamental rights of residents.
Record in Hotel Overnight Stays in Austria in June
31.07.2025 Since records began, there have never been more hotel overnight stays in Austria in June than this year.
Debts in the Billions: Corporate Bankruptcies in Austria Remain at Record High
30.07.2025 Austria records a record in company insolvencies in the first half of 2023 with an increase of 8.9 percent compared to the previous year. Over 8,000 jobs are affected.
Slight Increase in GDP in the Second Quarter
30.07.2025 The second quarter had a growth of 0.1 percent in the gross domestic product according to WIFO's quick estimate.
Five Injured in Traffic Accident in Lower Austria
30.07.2025 In Lower Austria, a traffic accident with several injuries occurred on Tuesday.
Police Investigated Young Bomb Threatener
30.07.2025 The executive has identified a Styrian (15) who sent multiple emails with bomb threats in Stainz in June.
Syrians have filed over 125,000 asylum applications in Austria since 2015
30.07.2025 Austria has recorded over 125,000 asylum applications from Syrians since 2015. At the beginning of this year, the Syrian community in this country comprised nearly 105,000 people.These People Suffer Especially from the Heat
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After Ruling on Waste Contribution: Tickets at Nova Rock 2026 Include Waste Disposal
29.07.2025 The price of tickets for Nova Rock 2026 now includes the costs for camping, parking, and waste disposal.
Ingenious Trick: Reuse Lint from the Dryer
10.08.2025 Lint from the dryer usually ends up in the trash – but it can easily be repurposed into practical grill starters. However, caution is advised when using them.
Process After Foiled Attack on Taylor Swift Concert in Vienna: 18-Year-Old Appeals Verdict
29.07.2025 An 18-year-old acquaintance of Beran A., who was convicted last Friday at the Regional Court of Wiener Neustadt and allegedly planned an attack on the Taylor Swift concert at the Ernst Happel Stadium in Vienna, does not accept the two-year unconditional prison sentence imposed on him.
Private Bankruptcy Hearing Against Karl-Heinz Grasser Will Not Take Place in August
29.07.2025 The examination date scheduled for August 6 in the private bankruptcy proceedings of the imprisoned former Finance Minister Karl-Heinz Grasser at the district court of Kitzbühel has been canceled. The district court decided that the insolvency administrator must conduct further investigations. Claims amounting to over 34 million euros have been registered.
39-year-old Priest in Drug Trial in Court in August
29.07.2025 A 39-year-old priest and three co-defendants are appearing before the Krems Regional Court on August 14. They are accused of unauthorized handling of drug precursors. They allegedly attempted to produce methamphetamine last year, but failed due to a faulty instruction.
Summer City Camps in Vienna Draw Positive Midterm Conclusion
29.07.2025 The Summer City Camps in Vienna are celebrating their seventh successful season this year and are drawing an impressive mid-season balance.
After Controversial Peršmanhof Operation: Politics Demands Clarification
29.07.2025 After a controversial operation by the police and the Office for the Protection of the Constitution at the Carinthian Peršmanhof on Sunday, criticism of it did not subside on Tuesday.
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Medical Association Vienna Takes Action Against ÖGK Tender
29.07.2025 The Medical Association (ÄK) Vienna is opposing parallel structures in telemedicine. ÄK Vienna and ÄK Styria have legally challenged a tender by the Austrian Health Insurance Fund for a telemedicine initial care offer. The ÖGK does not understand the objections and emphasizes that the offer does not impair medical care.
Construction Worker Seriously Injured in Fall in Vienna
29.07.2025 A 32-year-old man fell and was seriously injured in a work accident in Vienna.
Ministry of Sports and Swimming Association Plan Swimming Initiative
29.07.2025 In Austria, 18 people have already drowned this year, and more than 600,000 people aged five and older cannot swim. The Ministry of Sports and the Swimming Federation (OSV) are planning an initiative to counteract this.
39-Year-Old Injured in Dispute in Vienna-Meidling: WEGA Operation
29.07.2025 On Monday afternoon, there was a WEGA operation in Vienna-Meidling following an intentional serious bodily injury.
Attempted Shoplifting in Vienna-Favoriten: Two Arrests
29.07.2025 The store detective of a drugstore in Vienna-Favoriten reportedly observed two men on Monday as they put several items into their jacket pockets and attempted to leave the store without paying for them.
Judgments Against Youths After Robberies and Burglaries at the Vienna Regional Court
29.07.2025 At the Vienna Regional Court, five teenagers aged 14 to 16 were charged with robberies, car break-ins, and property damage. All defendants confessed to the crimes. Four received partially suspended sentences, while the fifth defendant received a suspended sentence.
Decrease in Construction of Subsidized Rental Apartments
29.07.2025 In the second quarter of 2025, the completion of subsidized rental apartments decreased by ten percent, as shown by the WKÖ's new construction report.
"Fire Tiger": Rare Wildcat Discovered in Thailand (Video)
29.07.2025 A rare Asian golden cat has been spotted in southern Thailand. The animal, also known as the "fire tiger," appeared in front of a wildlife camera – a rare moment with deep cultural significance.
Custody Dispute in Vienna-Floridsdorf Escalates: Mother Injured by Father
29.07.2025 On Monday morning, a 27-year-old woman was injured by her 32-year-old ex-boyfriend in Vienna-Floridsdorf. Shortly before, there was reportedly a custody dispute during which the father became physical with the mother and threatened her.
17-Year-Old in Hollabrunn Fell into Eight-Meter-Deep Shaft: Seriously Injured
29.07.2025 In the night leading to Tuesday, a 17-year-old fell into an approximately eight-meter deep shaft while balancing on the roof area of a multi-family house in Hollabrunn.
Helicopter Deployment After Accident in Vienna-Liesing
29.07.2025 In Vienna-Liesing, a workplace accident has occurred. A rescue helicopter was deployed.
Theft in Vienna Doctor's Office: Police Searching for This Man
29.07.2025 A previously unknown man is suspected of having stolen cash from a cash box in a Vienna doctor's office on 25.03.2025. The police are asking for information.
Industry and Construction Recorded Revenue Decline in June
29.07.2025 In June, revenues in the manufacturing sector declined. According to Statistics Austria's early estimate, sales in the industry decreased by 2.1 percent, and in the construction sector by 3.6 percent. Overall, a decrease of 2.4 percent was recorded.
Pellet Industry for Binding Timetable for Phasing Out Oil Heating
29.07.2025 The industry association proPellets Austria warns that the phase-out of oil heating in some federal states could take decades and calls on the government for a binding timetable for the end of oil and gas heating.
Pröll on Antisemitism: "Concerns Us All"
29.07.2025 State Secretary Alexander Pröll and Salzburg's Archbishop Franz Lackner have spoken out on the issue of anti-Semitism. "It comes from the right, from the left, from migrant milieus. It comes from everywhere a little bit," said the ÖVP politician.
Four Dead, Including a Child, in Capsizing of Tourist Boat on the Danube in Romania
29.07.2025 In the Danube Delta in Romania, four people have died in the capsizing of a tourist boat, including a child.
Insolvent Nursing Home "Rosengarten": Charges Filed
29.07.2025 The nursing home "Rosengarten" in Bad Sauerbrunn (District of Mattersburg), which filed for bankruptcy in November 2023, will become a case for the Eisenstadt Regional Court.
Accident with Scooter in Lower Austria: Search for Witnesses
29.07.2025 In Lower Austria, there has been an accident involving a scooter. The location of the incident was Fischamend.