ORF negotiates with Innsbruck and Vienna about Eurovision Song Contest 2026
14.07.2025 The ORF is negotiating with Innsbruck and Vienna about hosting the 70th Eurovision Song Contest 2026. Both cities have applied in time and have been asked to refine their concepts and submit final offers. In-depth discussions have now been initiated, as the ORF announced.
Conflict in Apartment in Vienna-Favoriten Escalated: Aggressive 27-Year-Old Arrested
14.07.2025 Due to a dispute, officers from the Favoriten City Police Command were called to an apartment in a multi-family house in Vienna.
Drunk Man Went Berserk: Rescue Operation in Vienna-Leopoldstadt Escalated
14.07.2025 An intoxicated man caused a police operation on Sunday in Lassallestraße in Vienna-Leopoldstadt. The 33-year-old became aggressive and attempted to throw a phone at an officer.
Cash Register Reform: ÖGK Chairman Huss Welcomes Mattle's Insight
14.07.2025 That Tyrol's Governor Anton Mattle (ÖVP) has called the cash register merger a mistake and demanded a "reform of the reform" is causing debates.
44-Year-Old Becomes Victim of Fake Police Officer
14.07.2025 Over the weekend, a fraud involving a fake police officer occurred in Vienna-Favoriten.
Wanted Credit Card Thief Cycled into the Hands of Police in Vienna-Hernals
14.07.2025 A 30-year-old was arrested on Sunday evening in Vienna-Hernals. There was an arrest warrant against him, and during his check, the police discovered further incriminating material.
How Much the New Juvenile Prison in Vienna-Simmering Cost
14.07.2025 The gross construction costs for the correctional facility (JA) Münnichplatz in Vienna-Simmering, where juvenile offenders have been housed since January, amount to approximately 4.73 million euros.
Terror Trial Against IS Returnee Maria G.
14.07.2025 The Salzburg public prosecutor's office has charged a Salzburg woman who returned from Syria with involvement in a terrorist organization.
Squid Game 2.0: Live Challenges in the Westfield Shopping City Süd
14.07.2025 After the success in February this year, the "Squid Game" games are taking place for the second time at the Westfield Shopping City Süd in Vösendorf.Double Jackpot in Lotto Drawing on Wednesday
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Cash Register Reform: ÖGK Chairman Huss Welcomes Mattle's Insight
14.07.2025 On Monday, the chairman of the Austrian Health Insurance Fund, Andreas Huss, praised the "insight" of Tyrolean Governor Anton Mattle (ÖVP) regarding the health insurance reform.
HoT Ice Cream Promotion Starts Again: Free Ice Cream at HOFER from 35 Degrees
14.07.2025 In recent years, the mobile provider HoT has provided refreshment with its popular ice cream promotion on hot days. This year, it's happening again.
Terror Trial Against IS Returnee Maria G.
14.07.2025 The Salzburg public prosecutor's office has charged a Salzburg woman who returned from Syria with involvement in a terrorist organization.
Severe Storms with Hail and Wind in the Wiener Neustadt Area: Fire Departments Challenged
14.07.2025 Severe storms with hail and wind caused massive damage and triggered numerous fire brigade operations in the Wiener Neustadt area on Sunday.
67-Year-Old Crushed by Mast in Workplace Accident in Lower Austria
14.07.2025 A tragic work accident claimed the life of a 67-year-old man in Guntramsdorf on Sunday evening. The Lower Austrian was crushed by a toppling lifting mast.
Vienna Taxi Guild Demands Stricter Controls Against Illegal Drivers
14.07.2025 In Vienna, around 6,000 taxis are on the streets daily. In light of the increase in illegal drivers through ride-hailing platforms, the taxi guild is demanding stricter control and legal adjustments to ensure the safety and rights of passengers.
Shock for Viennese: Parking and Public Transport Are Now Getting Really Expensive
14.07.2025 The people of Vienna will soon face several price increases. Both the costs for public transport and parking fees are rising, as announced by Finance City Councillor Barbara Novak. At the same time, the federal government will increase various fees starting in July.
Austrian Cover Band Monti Beton and Hans Krankl Set Sail in 2026
14.07.2025 After their extraordinary and sold-out performance at the Vienna State Opera in early July, the Austrian cover band Monti Beton will soon set new goals together with "Goleador" Hans Krankl.
Cow Herd Trampled Hiker in Styria: Seriously Injured
14.07.2025 In Upper Styria, a 44-year-old hiker was seriously injured on Sunday when she was trampled by a startled herd of cows after her dog got too close to the animals.
After AK Lawsuit: Canal+ Customers Now Receive Refunds
14.07.2025 The Chamber of Labor has examined the contract clauses of Canal+ (formerly known as HD Austria). After filing a lawsuit, the Chamber of Labor reached an agreement with the television and streaming service.
Raced over the A1 at 200 km/h: Three-year-old was not buckled up
14.07.2025 A 23-year-old was caught driving over 200 km/h on the Westautobahn in Lower Austria. His three-year-old daughter was in the car without a seatbelt.
Biker Dies in Crash with Truck in Upper Austria
14.07.2025 The collision with a truck was not survived by a motorcyclist on Sunday in Upper Austria.
Jealousy Likely Motive for Fatal Shooting in Traiskirchen
14.07.2025 In Traiskirchen, a prisoner on leave shot a man with a shotgun on Sunday, killing him and seriously injuring a woman. Jealousy is suspected as the motive for the bloodshed.
Viennese flock to outdoor pools: Here is where we prefer to cool off
14.07.2025 The Vienna outdoor pool season is already recording high visitor numbers this year. One pool in particular stands out as the undisputed number one in the capital.
Wöginger criticizes FPÖ's Pilnacek Committee: "Somewhat tactless"
14.07.2025 ÖVP Parliamentary Group Leader August Wöginger criticizes the planned Pilnacek investigation committee by the FPÖ and expresses concerns about constitutional questions.
Speeder Caught at 203 km/h on A22 in Lower Austria
14.07.2025 At 203 kilometers per hour, a car was caught in a speed trap early Sunday morning on the Danube Bank Motorway (A22) in Langenzersdorf heading towards Vienna.
Severe Storms with Hail and Wind in the Wiener Neustadt Area: Fire Departments Challenged
14.07.2025 Severe storms with hail and wind caused massive damage and triggered numerous fire brigade operations in the Wiener Neustadt area on Sunday.
Austria Ranks 13th Among the Most Visited Countries in the World
14.07.2025 After five years, global tourism has once again reached the level of the year before the COVID-19 pandemic. Approximately 1.47 billion international arrivals were recorded last year. This is according to data from the World Tourism Organization UN Tourism, which regularly publishes statistics on global travel behavior.
No citizenship for Ukrainians after anthem refusal
13.07.2025 In the case of the Ukrainian who refused to sing the national anthem last year, the Lower Austrian Administrative Court has confirmed a decision by the state government.
Fatal Car Collision in Burgenland
13.07.2025 A car collision on the B50 in Oslip (Eisenstadt-Umgebung district) claimed a life late Friday evening.
Earthquake of Magnitude 3.0 in Lower Austria
13.07.2025 On Sunday, there was an earthquake in the Pernitz area (Wiener Neustadt district).
Focus Control in Vienna: Three "Road Runners" Stopped
13.07.2025 In the night from Saturday to Sunday, officers from the Westbahnhof police station in Vienna pulled over a total of three drivers associated with the Road Runner scene during a special operation.
Robbery with Seven Perpetrators in Vienna-Alsergrund
13.07.2025 On Saturday, the police were alerted early in the morning due to a robbery in Vienna-Alsergrund.
Knife Threat at Gas Station in Vienna-Favoriten
13.07.2025 On Saturday, the police were alerted due to a dangerous threat involving a knife in Vienna-Favoriten.
Juvenile Intensive Offenders Arrested in Vienna: Over 100 Vehicle Thefts
13.07.2025 A robbery on June 1 in Vienna-Favoriten became the downfall of a trio of juvenile repeat offenders.
Frontal Crash Between Two Cyclists on the Vienna Danube Island
13.07.2025 With serious injuries and a hospital stay, a head-on collision ended for two cyclists on the Vienna Danube Island in Donaustadt on Saturday.
Murder Alarm in Traiskirchen: One Seriously Injured and Two Dead
14.07.2025 A 67-year-old on prison leave is said to have killed a man with a long gun and seriously injured a woman on Sunday morning in Traiskirchen (Baden district).
Traffic Accidents in Vienna Resulted in Four Injuries
13.07.2025 In Vienna, there were a total of four injuries in two traffic accidents on Friday afternoon.Murder Alarm in Traiskirchen: One Seriously Injured and Two Dead
13.07.2025 A 67-year-old on prison leave is said to have killed a man with a long gun and seriously injured a woman on Sunday morning in Traiskirchen (Baden district).Murder Alarm in Traiskirchen: One Seriously Injured and Two Dead
13.07.2025 On Sunday morning, a shooter allegedly killed a man and severely injured a woman with a long gun on the open street in Traiskirchen (Baden district).
Apartment Fire in Vienna-Wieden: 57-Year-Old Dead
13.07.2025 On Saturday, a 57-year-old man died in an apartment fire on Gußhausstraße in Vienna-Wieden.
Three Injured in Motorcycle Accidents in Lower Austria
13.07.2025 Two motorcycle accidents on Saturday resulted in a total of three injuries in Lower Austria.
Occult Shaman "Amela": Far Higher Number of Victims Suspected
13.07.2025 According to a report, investigators from the State Criminal Office of Lower Austria have identified 24 victims in the case of multi-million occult fraud - 17 in Austria and seven in Germany - since 2009.
Lotto Jackpot with 1.3 Million Up for Grabs Today
14.07.2025 During the bonus draw on Friday, accompanied by guest host Tina Ritschl, no lottery fan guessed the "six correct numbers".
Brutal Folding Knife Attack in Vienna-Favoriten: 18-Year-Old Injured
13.07.2025 On Friday evening, an 18-year-old was attacked and injured with a folding knife in Vienna-Favoriten.Murder Alarm in Traiskirchen: One Seriously Injured and Two Dead
13.07.2025 On Sunday morning, a shooter allegedly killed a man and severely injured a woman with a long gun on the open street in Traiskirchen (Baden district).
59-Year-Old Viennese Man Died in Traffic Accident in Lower Austria
13.07.2025 Late on Friday evening, a Viennese man lost his life in a car accident in Engabrunn (Krems-Land district).
Robbie Williams thrilled in Vienna
13.07.2025 With a fireworks display of hits, Robbie Williams presented himself on Saturday evening in Vienna. The 51-year-old played in front of 50,000 people at the Ernst-Happel-Stadium.
Apartment Fire in Vienna-Wieden: 57-Year-Old Dead
13.07.2025 On Saturday, a 57-year-old man died in an apartment fire on Gußhausstraße in Vienna-Wieden.
Austria Lost Hundreds of Bank Branches
13.07.2025 According to an analysis by the Momentum Institute, Austria has recorded a decrease in the number of bank branches.
Grilled Meat in the WWF Check: Advertised Products Often Come from Abroad
13.07.2025 According to the WWF check, every fourth advertised grill meat product comes from abroad. More than half of the products contain feed from overseas without environmental standards. The soy for animal feed is often grown on illegally cleared land in South America, according to the NGO's criticism.
Access Only with Conditions: What Drivers in Europe Need to Consider
13.07.2025 Whether it's an environmental badge, city toll, or driving ban – different access rules apply in European cities. Those traveling by car should inform themselves thoroughly in advance.This is what Austrians think about a digital euro
12.07.2025 The Austrian National Bank (OeNB) surveyed 1,400 people in Austria about their expectations for a digital euro. Security and financial incentives are particularly important. Usage would increase with full protection against loss or theft and the elimination of fees.Train Travel is Becoming More Popular
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