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  • Pension Debate: Sharp Criticism of Knill's Proposal for 70

    5.06.2025 On Thursday, the SPÖ-affiliated Pensioners' Association (PVÖ) attacked the President of the Federation of Austrian Industries (IV), Georg Knill, for his demand to raise the retirement age to 70.

    Vienna Threatens to Close Ukraine Arrival Center

    5.06.2025 Upon the arrival of displaced persons from Ukraine, capacity issues are currently arising. This concerns the first phase, the registration. In this regard, only two federal states are still operating initial reception centers. In particular, the one in Vienna is slowly bursting at the seams, which is why City Councilor Peter Hacker (SPÖ) is threatening to close it.

    Vienna: Only Female-Dominated State Government in Austria

    5.06.2025 Since Wednesday, it has been confirmed what Vienna's state government will look like, and it is also clear that the federal capital is the only federal state where a majority of executive positions are held by women.

    Mysterious Illness: Reality Star Brandi Glanville Struggles with Unexplained Facial Change

    5.06.2025 Reality star Brandi Glanville (52) suffers from a mysterious illness that has dramatically changed her face and forced her into isolation. Despite high costs and uncertain diagnoses, she and her family are determinedly fighting for a cure.

    Michael Wendler causes another scandal: Sold-out comeback despite shitstorm!

    5.06.2025 The Fuss About Wendler: A Never-Ending Story

    Acquittal Due to Statute of Limitations After Rip-Deal Fraud

    5.06.2025 A 46-year-old man was acquitted of the charge of serious fraud in Eisenstadt. He admitted to being involved in a rip-deal as a translator. However, the charges of counterfeiting and criminal association could not be proven against him, and the fraud charge was time-barred.

    The Dangerous Trap of the Snooze Button: How It Ruins Your Sleep and Health!

    5.06.2025 The secret temptation to hit the snooze button one more time might affect your health more than you realize – because research shows that it destroys precious sleep cycles and sabotages sustainable recovery processes.

    Michael Wendler causes another scandal: Sold-out comeback despite shitstorm!

    5.06.2025 The Fuss About Wendler: A Never-Ending Story

    Matthias Schweighöfer: How Family and Meditation Keep Him Grounded Despite Hollywood Success

    5.06.2025 Matthias Schweighöfer remains grounded despite Hollywood success through his children and meditation, showing how true down-to-earthness works.

    "Kurier" Reviews Previous Sereda Interviews After Eastwood Uproar

    5.06.2025 After the excitement about a supposedly current interview with Clint Eastwood, the "Kurier" is now also reviewing earlier reports by Hollywood correspondent Elisabeth Sereda.

    Mega Scandal in the Bundestag: Julia Klöckner Expels Left-Wing Politician Over Palestine T-Shirt

    5.06.2025 Explosive Drama in the Bundestag: Julia Klöckner ejects Left Party politician Cansin Köktürk from the session for wearing a "Palestine" T-shirt – a clear violation of parliamentary rules!

    Three Lotto Sixes in Wednesday's Draw

    5.06.2025 In the drawing on Wednesday, there were three winners in the Lotto "6 out of 45". The Joker drawing and the subsequent prize determination caused quite a stir.

    Alcohol at the Wheel: E-Scooter Accidents in Vienna Drastically Increase

    5.06.2025 In Vienna, the number of e-scooter accidents involving alcohol and drugs is massively increasing. The police are responding with education, controls, and the new campaign "Vienna Rolls Safely".

    Alarm Signal from Brussels: Austria's State Budget in the EU's Sights – Are Harsh Austerity Measures Coming Now?

    5.06.2025 Okay, what exactly is happening here? The EU Commission has now officially announced that it wants to initiate a so-called deficit procedure against several member states, including Austria. This sounds technical at first, but basically means: Brussels believes that Austria's budget deficit is too high and violates the common EU rules.

    Spar and Eni Plan New "Despar express" Gas Station Shops

    5.06.2025 The Austrian supermarket chain Spar and the Italian oil company Eni are intensifying their cooperation.

    Jan Böhmermann's "Magazin Royale" Sparks Scandal: Program Complaint from Police Unionist After Controversial Statements!

    5.06.2025 This police officer is Manuel Ostermann, a well-known police unionist. He has had enough of Böhmermann's methods and has filed an official program complaint against ZDF. His accusation is massive: Böhmermann acted "devoid of facts and very inflammatory," deliberately lied, and "partially destroyed people existentially." A public apology is now being demanded from the satirist.

    Laura Wontorra takes a break: TV star pulls the emergency brake in July

    5.06.2025 TV star Laura Wontorra pulls the emergency brake: In July, the popular presenter will take a well-deserved break to rediscover her work-life balance.

    Nine Injured: Ryanair Flight Encounters Severe Storm Over Bavaria

    5.06.2025 Panic in the sky over Bavaria: A Ryanair flight encounters a massive storm, forcing a dramatic emergency landing in Memmingen and leaving nine injured.

    Jannik Sinner conquers Roland Garros: The shooting star excites with power tennis and storms into the semifinals!

    5.06.2025 What is particularly impressive? Sinner almost seems to be strolling. Yes, you read that right. What is a tough battle for other players often looks like a confident walk through the rounds for him. He plays controlled, powerful, and leaves his opponents little room to develop.

    Attention Speed Cameras: Police Intensify Traffic Monitoring for Pentecost

    5.06.2025 The police will intensify checks on travel and excursion traffic from Friday through Tuesday during the Pentecost weekend. Special focus will be placed on motorcycle routes. Interior Minister Gerhard Karner (ÖVP) stated on Thursday that action will be taken "consistently against speeders, tailgaters, and drivers under the influence of alcohol and drugs": "The 'Safe Action' aims to keep the number of accidents low and thereby increase road safety."

    Life Sentence for Murder of 91-Year-Old in Vienna

    5.06.2025 A Slovak with multiple previous convictions, who attacked and killed a 91-year-old woman in her garden house in Floridsdorf on the night of September 4, 2024, was sentenced to life imprisonment by the regional court for murder on Thursday. Due to his dangerousness, he was also committed to a forensic-therapeutic center. The verdict is final.

    The Summer Cinemas in Vienna 2025: All Programs

    5.06.2025 The open-air cinemas in Vienna are once again offering a wide selection of films in 2025. Visitors can enjoy a great cinema experience under the open sky, some of which are free of charge. VIENNA.at presents an overview of the program of the Vienna summer cinemas 2025.

    The Program on the FSG-GÖD/ARBÖ RADIO Stage at the Donauinselfest 2025

    5.06.2025 If you are at the Donauinselfest 2025, you should definitely not miss the program of the FSG-GÖD/ARBÖ Radio Stage. Some of the highlights include Morello Cherry, Tagträumer, and the Austropop band Wiener Wahnsinn. The full program including times can be found here.

    After Fatal Balcony Fall from 6th Floor of a Vienna Municipal Building: Partner Released from Custody

    9.07.2025 In the case of the fatal fall of a 37-year-old woman from a balcony in Vienna-Penzing, the initially arrested partner was released, as the police announced on Thursday. During the questioning, it was revealed that the woman had fallen from the sixth floor of a municipal building with suicidal intent. Passersby discovered the woman lifeless in the courtyard of Marcusgasse and alerted the rescue services. However, the emergency doctor from the professional rescue service could do nothing more for the woman.

    The Summer Cinemas in Vienna 2025: All Programs

    5.06.2025 The open-air cinemas in Vienna are once again offering a wide selection of films in 2025. Visitors can enjoy a great cinema experience under the open sky, some of which are free of charge. VIENNA.at presents an overview of the program of the Vienna summer cinemas 2025.

    Weather Change at Pentecost: Thunderstorms and Cooling on Sunday

    5.06.2025 A summery warm start to the extended Pentecost weekend will be interrupted by a significant weather change on Sunday.

    Knife Threat in Vienna Subway: Drunk 49-Year-Old Arrested

    5.06.2025 In a Vienna subway, there was a dangerous incident involving a knife on Wednesday afternoon.

    18-Year-Old Viennese Woman Threatens Ex-Boyfriend with Pocket Knife and Injures Him on the Neck

    5.06.2025 In a park in Vienna-Ottakring, a 27-year-old man was threatened with a folding knife by his 18-year-old ex-girlfriend on Wednesday afternoon. She is said to have previously injured the man with a glass shard in the neck, requiring stitches.

    Naddel's Last Journey: The Quiet Burial of Dieter Bohlen's Ex at Hamburg's Celebrity Cemetery

    5.06.2025 Nadja Abd el Farrag, known as Naddel and ex-partner of Dieter Bohlen, found her peace in Hamburg's celebrity cemetery – away from the hustle and bustle, surrounded by absolute privacy, her final rest preserved.

    Teenagers Arrested After Break-In at Vienna Restaurant

    5.06.2025 Two young men aged 16 and 18 were arrested by the police in Vienna early Wednesday morning.

    Vienna SPÖ Re-elected Josef Taucher as Club Chairman

    5.06.2025 In the Vienna City Hall, one of the last personnel decisions following the Vienna election in April was made on Thursday.

    Cannabis Fund After Water Damage in Apartment in Vienna-Hietzing

    5.06.2025 Due to water damage, officers from the Lainzer Straße police station entered an apartment in Vienna-Hietzing on Tuesday and came across cannabis.

    How Much TV and Video Austrians Consume Daily

    5.06.2025 TV and video consumption remains consistently high in Austria. On average, Austrians dedicate 225 minutes, just under four hours daily, to the consumption of moving images. The distribution of usage shows little change: 78 percent is attributed to television, with nonlinear usage having slightly increased. Videos account for 21 percent, as shown by the moving image study 2025 presented on Thursday.

    Pension Debate: Sharp Criticism of Knill's Proposal for 70

    5.06.2025 On Thursday, the SPÖ-affiliated Pensioners' Association (PVÖ) attacked the President of the Federation of Austrian Industries (IV), Georg Knill, for his demand to raise the retirement age to 70.

    VOLXkino 2025: These Films Vienna Can Look Forward To

    5.06.2025 The VOLXkino will be touring Vienna for the 36th time in 2025, offering over 40 open-air film screenings with free admission, opening with the award-winning comedy "Universal Language" and a new collaboration with the Viennale.

    Electricity Collective Agreement Negotiations Continue

    5.06.2025 The social partners of the electrical and electronics industry have already met four times this year to negotiate the collective agreement for 2025. Tomorrow, Friday, the fifth round of negotiations will take place.

    Music for Every Adventure: Win a Sonos Roam 2

    5.06.2025 On VIENNA.at, you can win the portable Sonos Roam 2 – the ideal companion for the summer: compact, robust, and with powerful sound for on the go. Participate now and with a bit of luck, soon start your next adventure perfectly equipped!

    Job Cuts in Industry and Trade

    5.06.2025 Industrial enterprises and businesses, in particular, have responded to the ongoing economic downturn by reducing jobs.

    "FROM THE WORLD OF JOHN WICK: BALLERINA" starts in theaters: Win tickets and a rage session

    5.06.2025 On June 5th, the action film "FROM THE WORLD OF JOHN WICK: BALLERINA" will premiere in local cinemas. To celebrate, we are hosting a giveaway.

    We are giving away grill packages from Mautner Markhof for an enjoyable summer day with the whole family

    16.06.2025 What could be better than gathering in the garden or on the terrace with your favorite people under a bright blue sky to fire up the grill in a relaxed atmosphere? With us, you can win 5 packages of grill essentials from Mautner Markhof - good luck!

    State Governors Gather for State Governors' Conference in Salzburg

    5.06.2025 The state governors will meet on Friday in Leogang for the semi-annual state governors' conference under the leadership of Salzburg. Host Haslauer emphasized that a reform process should be initiated.

    14-Year-Old Responsible for Bomb Threat at Upper Austrian School

    5.06.2025 A 14-year-old teenager has been identified as the suspected perpetrator of several bomb threats against a school in the Vöcklabruck district. The teenager has confessed to the acts. According to police information on Thursday, he has been reported and will likely have to cover the operational costs.

    Movie Vouchers and Book to Win for the Film Release of "Wilhelm Tell"

    5.06.2025 To coincide with the release of the gripping historical drama "Wilhelm Tell" on June 19, we are giving away cinema vouchers as well as the Reclam book of the same name by Friedrich Schiller. Join the competition now!

    Shooting Announced at Mödling School: 14-Year-Old Confesses

    5.06.2025 A 14-year-old student confessed after police investigations to having written a threat about a school shooting on the inside of a toilet at a school in Mödling, which led to an innocent person being falsely accused.

    Sending Dick Pics Punishable from September 1

    5.06.2025 On Friday, the review period for the amendment of Paragraph 218 of the Penal Code (StGB) ends, which aims to criminalize the sending of penis pictures - so-called dick pics. According to the Ministry of Justice and Women's Affairs, the law is set to come into effect on September 1. The prerequisite is that the pictures were sent unsolicited. The legal regulation is intended to cover all forms of electronic communication.

    Autopsy Ordered After Fatal Shooting During Police Operation in Lower Austria

    5.06.2025 After the police operation in which a 49-year-old man was shot dead on Wednesday afternoon in St. Aegyd am Neuwalde in the Lilienfeld district, investigations are ongoing.

    The Nintendo Switch 2: What We Need to Know About the Mega Release with AI Power!

    5.06.2025 The rumors about the Nintendo Switch 2 are intensifying: A new era of gaming is approaching, full of AI power and seamless compatibility with existing games.

    Commuter Allowance: Greens Want Reform

    5.06.2025 The Greens once again criticize the commuter allowance. According to transport spokesperson Lukas Hammer, it is "socially unjust and environmentally harmful." Furthermore, it primarily benefits people with high incomes.

    Severe Hail Chaos in Munich: DFB Match Delayed Due to Storm!

    5.06.2025 Particularly affected was apparently the area around the Allianz Arena, where the DFB match was supposed to take place. The anticipation for the game suddenly turned into red alert as the storm broke over the stadium.

    APA Fact Check: Telegram Group Spreads False Quote from Vice Chancellor Babler

    5.06.2025 The current government is facing a budget deficit that is twice as high as previously expected. For this reason, the black-red-pink coalition plans to save 15 billion euros over the next two years. Now, a misquote from Vice Chancellor Babler regarding the deficit is circulating.

    Shocking Gas Explosion Shakes Graz-Mariatrost: One Fatality and Destroyed Residential Building – The Story Behind the Tragedy

    5.06.2025 The extent was devastating. A residential building partially collapsed due to the force of the explosion. Where once a home stood, a pile of rubble and debris remained.

    Amazon dominates domestic online trade

    5.06.2025 The undisputed leader in Austrian online retail is Amazon with a direct revenue of 1.2 billion euros. Including sales from third-party sellers on the Amazon marketplace, the estimated revenue amounts to 4.3 billion euros.

    Brooklyn and Nicola Peltz Beckham: The Dramatic Truth Behind Their Wedding Show

    5.06.2025 Burst Rumors and Intense Moments: The Wedding of Brooklyn and Nicola Peltz Beckham Was a Balancing Act Between Glamour and Family Tension, Where Every Guest and Especially Victoria Beckham Needed to Be Satisfied.

    Hangar-7: Spectacular Reopening with Formula 1 Star and Curious Bet!

    5.06.2025 The spectacular reopening of Hangar-7 in Salzburg attracted numerous prominent guests with a breathtaking air show, the appearance of Formula 1 star Max Verstappen, and a quirky bet by TV presenter Andi Knoll.

    Influencer Samantha Abdul Breaks Taboo: Honest Confession About Panic Attacks and Mental Health Shakes the Community

    5.06.2025 Influencer Samantha Abdul shocks her followers with an honest confession about panic attacks, showing that even behind the most glamorous Instagram facades, serious mental battles are raging.

    Number of Children and Adolescents in German Support Classes Has Risen Sharply

    5.06.2025 The number of children and adolescents in German support classes or courses has reached a new high due to migration, particularly by refugees from the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine.

    The Comedy Dream Couple Engelke and Pastewka Conquers Prime Video with "Perfect Together"!

    5.06.2025 Get ready for the ultimate laughter therapy, because the wait is over: Anke Engelke and Bastian Pastewka, our absolute comedy favorites, are back in front of the camera together! And yes, you heard right – there is a sequel to their mega-successful series "Perfectly Missed"! Prime Video has made it official, and our hearts are already dancing the polka with joy.

    The Comedy Dream Couple Engelke and Pastewka Conquers Prime Video with "Perfect Together"!

    5.06.2025 Get ready for the ultimate laughter therapy, because the wait is over: Anke Engelke and Bastian Pastewka, our absolute comedy favorites, are back in front of the camera together! And yes, you heard right – there is a sequel to their mega-successful series "Perfectly Missed"! Prime Video has made it official, and our hearts are already dancing the polka with joy.

    Lady Gaga Makes TUDUM 2025 Explode – A Moment for Pop History

    5.06.2025 When Netflix calls, the elite comes! This year, the streaming platform is upping the ante with TUDUM 2025 and bringing none other than Lady Gaga to the stage for the big livestream event. While fans around the world have been speculating for days, the new trailer provides the answer: Lady Gaga is the centerpiece of this year's TUDUM show – and her performance is creating a real state of emergency feeling in the community.

    FPÖ Minister Accusation Against Gewessler Without ÖVP Support

    5.06.2025 The ÖVP had recently considered joining the FPÖ's ministerial indictment against former Environment Minister Gewessler, but now seems to have lost interest in it.