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  • Summary of 100 Days of the Three-Party Coalition

    5.06.2025 On Tuesday, the black-red-pink federal government will have been in office for 100 days. Despite difficult initial conditions, the first three-party coalition has brought stability back to domestic politics and swiftly and unexpectedly smoothly implemented budget consolidation, although there are still enough potential conflicts.

    Traffic Alert on Pentecost Weekend: These are Austria's Hotspots

    5.06.2025 According to ÖAMTC Travel Monitoring 2025, the travel enthusiasm of Austrians remains high despite ongoing inflation, with Italy and Croatia being among the most popular holiday destinations. "Therefore, we expect an above-average high volume of traffic," say the ÖAMTC mobility information. The rush on Austria's roads is expected to start as early as Thursday.

    Former Chancellor, Mountaineer, Record Holder: Wolfgang Schüssel Turns 80

    5.06.2025 Former Chancellor Wolfgang Schüssel will turn 80 years old on Saturday. A book previously released by him is titled "With Confidence. What We Can Learn from Yesterday for Tomorrow".

    Comrade Shot in Carinthian Barracks: Murder Trial Ends with Conviction

    5.06.2025 A 20-year-old soldier was convicted of murder at the Klagenfurt Regional Court on Wednesday. He had shot a comrade in the Türk Barracks in October 2023.

    Comrade Shot in Carinthian Barracks: Murder Trial Ends with Conviction

    4.06.2025 A 20-year-old soldier was convicted of murder at the Klagenfurt Regional Court on Wednesday. He had shot a comrade in the Türk Barracks in October 2023.

    "More Loyalty Expected": Elisabeth Sereda Criticizes "Kurier" After Eastwood Debacle

    4.06.2025 After a controversial interview in the "Kurier," which Clint Eastwood called "completely fabricated," journalist Elisabeth Sereda defends her actions and criticizes the newspaper's lack of loyalty, which has ended its collaboration with her as a result.

    Sophia Thiel: Back to the Roots? The Fitness Influencer is Moving from Berlin to Her Bavarian Homeland!

    4.06.2025 Sophia Thiel longs to return to Bavaria – the influencer confesses to her over 1.3 million Instagram fans that the metropolis of Berlin is mentally too much for her and she misses the nature of her homeland.

    Prince Harry Considers Radical Break: Will He Soon Become a Spencer?

    4.06.2025 Prince Harry is apparently planning a significant break with the British monarchy: He is considering dropping the royal surname Mountbatten-Windsor to adopt his mother Diana's maiden name, Spencer, as a statement.

    Man Dies After Massive Explosion in Graz Residential Building

    4.06.2025 After the massive explosion in a residential building in Graz on Wednesday morning, the severely injured man rescued from the scene has died in the hospital.

    Princess Maria Carolina Survives Serious Motorcycle Accident in Monaco: Her Helmet Saved Her Life and Her Message to Us All is Clear!

    4.06.2025 Princess Maria Carolina narrowly escaped death after a serious motorcycle accident in Monaco, with her motorcycle helmet playing a crucial role in her rescue, and she is now making an urgent appeal for the importance of road safety.

    New Faces, New Dreams: The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Are Back

    4.06.2025 On June 18, it's time again for glitter, discipline, and football highlife on Netflix, as "Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team" returns with Season 2. The new trailer promises plenty of drama, emotions, and goosebumps – all with a unique behind-the-scenes look at one of the most famous dance teams in the world.

    Summer, Sun, Smartphone Danger: Protect Your Phone and More from the Heat with These Tips

    4.06.2025 The specialist magazine "connect" warns of the dangers of heat for electronic devices and provides tips on how to protect phones and tablets from overheating in the summer.

    Double Disaster on "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?" – Two Contestants Go Home with Zero Euros!

    4.06.2025 Double Zero: Two Candidates Fail on "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?" and Leave Without a Cent!

    Greta Thunberg on Risky Mission: Aid Delivery to the Gaza Strip by Sailboat

    4.06.2025 Greta on the Way to the War Zone: What's Behind It?

    Fatal Shots on Knife Attacker in Lower Austria

    5.06.2025 On Wednesday, a suspected thief was shot dead by the police during an official operation in St. Aegyd am Neuwalde after he attacked the officers with a knife.

    Revelation: Kerstin Ott speaks plainly about her relationship with Helene Fischer – The true look behind the Schlager scenes!

    4.06.2025 But now the truth comes to light, which might catch some Schlager fans off guard. The 43-year-old Kerstin Ott, who stormed the charts in 2016 with her hit "Die immer lacht" while Helene Fischer (40) was already reigning at the top, has revealed all. And her revelation could thoroughly disrupt the image of the Schlager idyll.

    P. Diddy Scandal: Vienna Presenter Makes Serious Abuse Allegations Against the Rapper – Shocking Revelations from the Past

    4.06.2025 Explosive Scandal Surrounding P. Diddy: A Viennese Presenter Makes Serious Abuse Allegations Against the Rapper and Reveals Shocking Details from His Dark Past.

    No improvement, but also no deterioration: King Charles III. bravely continues to fight against cancer

    4.06.2025 A look behind the scenes of the royal tour reveals: The health condition of the British king has not really improved, contrary to many hopes. This update comes directly from someone in his inner circle and is quite startling. It is a sobering message that shows how challenging dealing with the illness is for the 76-year-old.

    "Doesn't feel like I can sing anymore": a-ha Frontman Morten Harket has Parkinson's

    4.06.2025 A shock for the music world: a-ha frontman Morten Harket suffers from Parkinson's. In particular, his legendary voice seems to be affected by the disease - but the singer remains optimistic.

    Green Party Demands Implementation of Announced Energy Laws

    4.06.2025 The Greens demand the energy laws promised by the government by summer.

    Groundbreaking for Extension of Vienna Tram Line 18

    4.06.2025 Start of the expansion of tram line 18: The route of the 18 will be extended by 3.1 kilometers between U3 Schlachthausgasse and U2 Stadion. From autumn 2026, line 18 will serve as a new environmentally friendly direct connection between Leopoldstadt and Landstraße through the green Prater.

    Tina Ruland reveals: The Harsh Reality Behind the Glamorous Lives of the Stars!

    4.06.2025 Tina Ruland, who became famous for her cult role in "Manta, Manta" and has been a staple of the German film and television landscape for decades, reveals a harsh reality. Despite all her successes and constant presence, she can no longer make a living from her actual profession as an actress. This is not only a personal realization but also a clear criticism of the conditions in the industry.

    CO Detector Sounded Alarm: Freezer in Lower Austria Was on Fire

    4.06.2025 In Laxenburg (Mödling district), the volunteer fire department fought a fire yesterday that was discovered in an unusual way: A CO alarm, which is actually supposed to detect the colorless and odorless carbon monoxide (CO), alerted the residents of a house due to smoke from the fire.

    Thomas Brezina Celebrates Love and Success: The Creative Mind Behind Austria's Children's Television Shares Honest Insights into His Private Life!

    4.06.2025 Children's TV icon Thomas Brezina opens his heart: He and his partner Ivo celebrate their love with their ninth wedding anniversary and provide honest insights into a lively private life!

    Romy Hiller's Impressive Career: From Baltic Sea Resort to Tagesschau Icon!

    4.06.2025 Get ready for a journey through time, because Romy Hiller, the new face of the 8 PM Tagesschau, has undergone a truly exciting transformation. Imagine how much can change in almost two decades, and then take a look at how this TV personality found her way to the top. It's more than just a job change, it's a real career evolution that we need to take a closer look at!

    Michael Wendler's Comeback: Eventim Defends Controversial Ticket Sales Despite Criticism!

    4.06.2025 Michael Wendler causes a stir with his controversial comeback: Despite sharp criticism and negative headlines, ticket provider Eventim defends the sale of his concert tickets by referring to artistic freedom.

    DAZN secures Bundesliga Conference: No Price Increase – Football Fever on Saturday Afternoon for Free!

    4.06.2025 DAZN secures the Bundesliga conference, but don't worry: Fans won't pay a cent more, as the Saturday conference is now free in every package!

    EU Deficit Procedure Against Austria Confirmed

    4.06.2025 After months of back and forth, the European Commission took the first step on Wednesday to initiate an EU deficit procedure against Austria.

    Strangled Baby in Vienna Hotel: Suspended Sentence for Mother Final

    4.06.2025 The 21-year-old who allegedly gave birth to her child in a restroom facility of a hotel in Vienna-Simmering last December and subsequently strangled it, has now been sentenced to 16 months probation at the Vienna Regional Court. A psychiatric report indicates a state of mental exception.

    "The Traitors": RTL Announces Thrilling Fourth Season of the Celebrity Show for 2026 – Sonja Zietlow Hosts and New Secrets Await Us!

    4.06.2025 It's official: The popular celebrity show, where trust is a currency and betrayal is an art form, is returning for another round! Get ready for a fourth season of "The Traitors," which will air in 2026 both on free TV on RTL and streaming on RTL+. Now that's some news, isn't it?

    Jan Böhmermann in the Crossfire: Police Officer Makes Serious Accusations After Controversial Satire Show!

    4.06.2025 The latest media scandal surrounding Jan Böhmermann is heating up! After a controversial episode of his "Magazin Royale" in March, a federal police officer is now publicly striking back. Manuel Ostermann, a police unionist, has filed an official program complaint against ZDF. The accusations? Böhmermann allegedly operated without facts, incited hatred, and used deliberate lies to cause existential harm to people. Ostermann is demanding a public apology.

    New Hope in the Maddie McCann Case: Search at Portuguese Reservoir Could Provide Answers!

    4.06.2025 In recent days and weeks, all eyes have once again turned to Portugal. More specifically, to an area near a reservoir, located only about 50 kilometers from Praia da Luz – the place where Maddie disappeared back then. Why exactly there? Because this area is said to have had special significance in the life of the main suspect, Christian B. He is said to have lived and worked there in the past.

    FPÖ Petition for Volunteer Fire Brigades Launched

    4.06.2025 "Angesaugt.at - Less Bureaucracy. More Operational Power" is the name of an FPÖ petition for volunteer fire departments.

    Forgotten Heart Pills: How Gregor Gysi Made the Bundestag Laugh and Brought a Smile to Karl Lauterbach

    4.06.2025 In the Bundestag, Gregor Gysi caused laughter with a charming confession when he explained on Sandra Maischberger's talk show that he had forgotten his heart pills due to a breakfast mishap, which even made Karl Lauterbach smile.

    Graz Residential Building Collapsed in Gas Explosion: One Person Injured

    4.06.2025 In the Graz district of Mariatrost, a residential building has collapsed following a suspected gas explosion, injuring one person; investigations into the exact cause are ongoing.

    Vienna City Government Finalized: Novak New City Councillor for Finance

    4.06.2025 The Vienna SPÖ has announced whom they will send to the city government. State party secretary Barbara Novak will take over the position of finance city councillor.

    Acquittal After Death Threat Against Simone Lugner in Vienna Gasometer

    4.06.2025 The defendant in the case of the death threat against Simone Lugner was acquitted, as the court did not see the dangerous threat as realized, Lugner accepts the verdict as understandable.

    Number of Dollar Millionaires in Austria in Decline

    4.06.2025 Austria swims against the tide with dollar millionaires. According to the "World Wealth Report" by Capgemini, there was a decline in 2024, while globally there was an increase.

    Pure Nostalgia: Netflix Takes Us on a School Trip to the Pre-TikTok Era

    4.06.2025 Imagine this: A school trip without the ability to share every moment on TikTok. No filters, no dance challenges, no instant feedback from hundreds of followers. What sounds like a nightmare for today's generation was simply... normal for us 90s kids. Netflix captures this scenario in its new production "One and One Makes Four," allowing us to indulge in bittersweet nostalgia.

    32 Million Euros for Training Initiative in Kindergartens

    4.06.2025 The federal government is launching a training initiative in early childhood education. By 2028, more than 4,000 additional training places are to be created – but the shortage of skilled workers remains a challenge.

    Mark Mateschitz surprises with billion-dollar deal: Transfer of Red Bull shares to Swiss trustee

    4.06.2025 Since the death of the legendary founder Dietrich Mateschitz, his son Mark has taken the helm for the family's share. That is, after all, 49 percent of one of the most valuable companies in the world. Not a small inheritance, rather a gigantic one.

    Experts See Pension System Under Reform Pressure

    4.06.2025 As part of a specialist forum, experts discussed necessary reforms in the Austrian pension system on Monday and called for political decisions in light of increasing life expectancy and growing inequalities.

    That's why Grasser could get an ankle bracelet early

    4.06.2025 The federal government could assist former Finance Minister Karl-Heinz Grasser in applying for an electronic ankle bracelet in just three months.

    High-Stakes International Match: ÖFB Women Challenge DFB Team in Epic Nations League Showdown!

    4.06.2025 In the epic Nations League showdown against the DFB team, the ÖFB women fought for historic glory and impressively demonstrated the ever-growing strength and passion of Austrian women's football.

    Posts at the Constitutional Court and Administrative Court newly filled

    4.06.2025 In the middle of the week, there was a reshuffling of positions at the Constitutional Court (VfGH) and the Administrative Court (VwGH).

    25 Years of Diversity in Vienna: PROSI Exotic Festival Enters the Next Round

    4.06.2025 The PROSI Exotic Festival celebrates its 25th anniversary as an intercultural street festival showcasing diversity in all its facets on June 13 and 14, 2025, in Kandlgasse, Vienna-Neubau.

    EU Deficit Procedure Against Austria Confirmed

    4.06.2025 After months of back and forth, the European Commission took the first step on Wednesday to initiate an EU deficit procedure against Austria.

    Thomas Brezina celebrates love and success: The creative mind behind Austria's children's television shares honest insights into his private life!

    4.06.2025 Children's TV icon Thomas Brezina opens his heart: He and his partner Ivo celebrate their love with their ninth wedding anniversary and give honest insights into a lively private life!

    Courier vs. Clint Eastwood: A Fake Interview Sparks a Hollywood Thriller in Austria!

    4.06.2025 Hollywood icon Clint Eastwood accuses the Austrian Kurier of forgery: An alleged interview turns out to be a sensational scandal!

    Body Found in Vienna City Center: No Foul Play

    4.06.2025 The discovery of the body in Vienna's Spiegelgasse is now almost five weeks ago. While foul play can be ruled out, the wait for the fire report continues.

    How to Ensure Your AMS Money Arrives on Time in Your Account

    4.06.2025 The good news first: The payment for the previous month usually arrives on time. As a rule of thumb, your unemployment benefits or emergency assistance should be in your account by the 8th of the following month at the latest.