AA
  • VIENNA.AT
  • English News

  • 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.

    The Program on the Main Stage at the Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025

    4.06.2025 JOSH. and AUT of ORDA, Rag'n'Bone Man and the No Angels: The Wien Energie/radio fm4/Radio Wien/HITRADIO Ö3 festival stage at the Donauinselfest 2025 features well-known names. Here is an overview of the program.

    Green Party Demands Implementation of Announced Energy Laws

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

    Linkin Park is coming to Vienna in 2026: Get your hands on the highly sought-after tickets for the mega comeback now!

    4.06.2025 Linkin Park returns to Vienna in 2026 with an explosive comeback – secure your highly sought-after tickets now for this unforgettable event at the Ernst Happel Stadium!

    Shawn Mendes 2025 Live in Germany: All Information on Dates and Tickets!

    4.06.2025 Experience the Grammy-nominated exceptional artist Shawn Mendes live: Two opportunities in the summer of 2025 to experience his unparalleled music up close at the Cologne Lanxess Arena and at the Superbloom Festival in Munich!

    Chaos and Drama in the Sachsenklinik: Baby Surprise and Life-Threatening Diagnoses!

    4.06.2025 Chaos in the Sachsenklinik: An unexpected baby pushes Kris and Ilay to their limits, while life-threatening diagnoses shake the clinic.

    Positions 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).

    ECHR Ruling Puts Austria Under Pressure on Climate Protection

    4.06.2025 The ruling of the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) against Switzerland in April 2024 due to insufficient climate protection also has legal consequences for Austria, according to Greenpeace.

    After Failed Theft: Man Attacks Police Officer in Vienna-Leopoldstadt

    4.06.2025 A 39-year-old man was arrested in Vienna-Leopoldstadt after causing a disturbance in a grocery store and attacking police officers with punches.

    EMRK: Kaiser Advocates for "Open, Non-Ideological Discussion"

    4.06.2025 Carinthia's state leader Peter Kaiser has expressed his views on the European Convention on Human Rights in a blog.

    Woman Dead After Balcony Fall in Vienna-Penzing: Investigation Against Partner

    4.06.2025 In Vienna-Penzing, a 37-year-old woman fell from a balcony and died late Tuesday evening. Her 48-year-old partner was in the apartment. He was temporarily arrested. It is being investigated whether the incident is a violent crime.

    Survey Shows: Dissatisfaction with Local Gastronomy is Growing

    4.06.2025 Frustration instead of enjoyment: A recent survey reveals that more and more local guests are dissatisfied with the service and prices in restaurants and inns.

    Sharp Criticism of Messenger Surveillance: NEOS Still Confident

    4.06.2025 The discussion about the constitutional conformity of messenger surveillance has recently sparked criticism from human rights organizations and journalist associations. NEOS leader Meinl Reisinger, like the party leaders of ÖVP and SPÖ, remains confident that a consensual solution will be found.

    EMRK: Kaiser Advocates for "Open, Non-Ideological Discussion"

    4.06.2025 Carinthia's state leader Peter Kaiser has expressed his views on the European Convention on Human Rights in a blog.

    Constantin Schreiber: Emotional Farewell from Tagesschau and Polarizing New Start at Axel Springer!

    4.06.2025 Constantin Schreiber causes a stir: Emotional farewell from the Tagesschau and immediately polarizes with his move to Axel Springer – but what is really behind this step?

    Adam Sandler is back – and we are ALL ready for Happy Gilmore 2!

    4.06.2025 Buckle up! Almost 30 years after the cult classic, the hottest-blooded golfer of all time returns to the screen – and Netflix has just served us the first full trailer for "Happy Gilmore 2"!

    Fresh Breeze at 'Tatort' Franconia: Rosalie Thomass Joins as New Inspector!

    4.06.2025 Fresh wind in Nuremberg's 'Tatort': Rosalie Thomass takes the helm as the new inspector and, starting in July 2025, will provide thrilling criminal cases alongside Felix Voss.

    Fresh Breeze at 'Tatort' Franconia: Rosalie Thomass Joins as New Inspector!

    4.06.2025 Who is leaving, who is coming? The "Tatort" bombshell!

    "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.

    Lower Austria: Pedestrian Hit by Car and Seriously Injured

    4.06.2025 Early Wednesday morning, a 59-year-old was seriously injured in a traffic accident in Gloggnitz in the Lower Austrian district of Neunkirchen.

    Bomb Discovery in Cologne Forces Mega Evacuation: How RTL Adjusts Its Program!

    4.06.2025 Bomb Discovery Forces Mega Evacuation in Cologne: RTL Must Radically Adjust Live Programming and Broadcast from Berlin!

    Track Damage on ÖBB Main Line in Vienna Caused Delays and Train Cancellations

    4.06.2025 A track damage on the ÖBB main line in Vienna caused delays and train cancellations on Wednesday. Delays may still occur until the evening.

    Further Dispute Over Reform for Compensation in Case of Flight Delays

    4.06.2025 The 27 EU countries could not agree on the reform of compensation claims for delayed flights. At a meeting in Brussels on Wednesday, there was no majority for the proposal that would reduce compensation for passengers. The topic will be further discussed by the EU transport ministers on Thursday.

    Smoke Development Caused Interruption at Vienna State Opera

    4.06.2025 Smoke development on the stage has led to the interruption of a performance at the Vienna State Opera.

    AMS Payment in June 2025: Support for 375,000 Unemployed in Austria

    4.06.2025 Current information on AMS payment dates in June 2025: Over 375,000 unemployed people in Austria are waiting for their next support payment. These are the exact dates.

    Singer Jessie J Shares Breast Cancer Diagnosis via Video

    4.06.2025 The British singer Jessie J has decided to share her breast cancer diagnosis publicly.

    Threat from Meta & Co.: Austria's Media Campaign for More Advertising Revenue

    4.06.2025 Austria's media industry is launching a joint advertising campaign titled "Made in Austria - Made for Austria" to stop the outflow of advertising funds to international platforms and emphasize the value of domestic media.

    Climate Change with Consequences for Mountain Sports

    4.06.2025 Climate change leads to less snow for winter sports and shorter snowmaking periods. The summer season is extended, but the burdens from higher temperatures increase. The position paper of the expert forum "Climate.Sport.Snow" predicts these developments. Experts urge sports and tourism to face the challenges of climate change.

    Vienna FPÖ Finalized Club Chairman and City Councilors

    4.06.2025 The Vienna FPÖ continues to rely on Maximilian Krauss as club chairman. In addition, nominations for city council positions have also been made.

    Schwarzenegger's Children Wanted Arnie as "Terminator" and Not as Politician

    4.06.2025 When Hollywood star Arnold Schwarzenegger (77) decided to enter politics, he faced strong opposition from his children. "It was the funniest thing ever," said the "Terminator" star now in a joint conversation with his son Patrick (31) for the magazine "Variety". "You came to me and said: 'Dad, it was so much fun going to the set and watching you blow things up'."

    Spectacular Etna Show: Crater Collapse Unleashes Gigantic Ash Cloud Over Sicily!

    4.06.2025 A dramatic crater collapse at Etna unleashed a gigantic ash cloud, soaring kilometers high over Sicily and causing both the region and travelers to be in turmoil.

    Spectacular Drone Attacks: How Ukraine Hits Putin's Mighty Bombers in the Heart of Russia

    4.06.2025 With surprising drone attacks, Ukraine manages to hit Putin's strategic bombers deep in the Russian hinterland, significantly weakening the basis for Russian long-range attacks.

    Ginny & Georgia Season 2: Recap in Buzzfeed Style – This is What's Really Behind the Drama Bombs from Wellsbury

    4.06.2025 Hey Peaches, are you ready to grab your popcorn? Before the highly anticipated third season of "Ginny & Georgia" starts on June 5th on Netflix, the community is eagerly watching the official recap trailer for the second season – and wow, Wellsbury really didn't hold back on us!

    "Repulsive Abomination": Musk Now Criticizes Trump's New Law Sharply

    4.06.2025 Shortly after his withdrawal from Washington, tech billionaire Elon Musk is testing his relationship with Donald Trump by sharply criticizing a flagship project of the US President. Musk described the tax and spending bill pushed by Trump as a "disgusting abomination." On his online platform X, he stated that the plans would further increase the "already gigantic" budget deficit and national debt.

    EMRK: Kaiser Advocates for "Open, Non-Ideological Discussion"

    4.06.2025 Carinthia's state leader Peter Kaiser has expressed his views on the European Convention on Human Rights in a blog.

    Okoh leaves Salzburg for Lausanne

    4.06.2025 Bryan Okoh returns from the Austrian football runner-up Salzburg back to Switzerland.

    Budget Cuts Have Passed the Budget Committee

    4.06.2025 On Tuesday, the Budget Committee forwarded the comprehensive Budget Accompanying Act to the plenary vote with the support of the governing parties ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS. The adoption is scheduled for the next plenary week of the National Council, which begins on June 16. The law includes, among other things, the abolition of the climate bonus, a two-year freeze on family allowance and other family benefits, as well as more difficult conditions for access to the corridor pension.

    Branches from the Vienna Urban Area for Schönbrunn Capybaras

    4.06.2025 The capybaras at Schönbrunn Zoo can thank MA 49 for the delivery of branches from the Vienna city area.

    18-Year-Old Charged as Accomplice of Vienna Taylor Swift Attacker

    4.06.2025 In connection with the foiled attack on a Taylor Swift concert at the Ernst Happel Stadium in Vienna in the summer of 2024, the Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office has now charged an 18-year-old. The alleged accomplice of the main suspect must answer to the Regional Court of Wiener Neustadt, as reported by the "Kurier" (Wednesday edition) and confirmed by a court spokeswoman to the APA.

    The Ultimatum: Queer Love Season 2 – Drama, Heartache, and Queer Self-Discovery in the New Netflix Trailer

    4.06.2025 Buckle up – the relationship experiment “The Ultimatum: Queer Love” returns this summer with Season 2, and the official trailer already promises more drama, more emotions, and even more queer realness than ever before.

    Sexual Boundaries Violated: Vienna Association Limes Now Also Treats Children Under 14 Years

    4.06.2025 The Vienna association Limes, which was previously only responsible for male sexual offenders aged 14 to 21 who have received a court order, has been treating boys under 14 who are alleged to have violated others' sexual boundaries in the pilot project "Limes Kids" for some time. This did not exist before, "but I notice that it is very much needed," said the head of the association, Rainer Simader, "especially for children who are placed in foster care."

    Turning Point in the War Through Drones: How Ukraine is Unsettling Russia with High-Tech Attacks

    4.06.2025 Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian territory and military targets are increasing and becoming more precise. Recently, the destruction of strategic Russian bombers at an airfield caused a stir. Such strikes demonstrate how effectively Ukraine is using drones to strike far behind the front line and hit Russia hard. It is a form of asymmetric warfare that challenges traditional military strategies.

    Epic Football Duel: Austria vs. Germany – Passion, Rivalry, and the Pursuit of Great Triumph!

    4.06.2025 This encounter always stirs great emotions among fans on both sides. Whether it's a friendly match or an important competition, it's about more than just points. It's about pride, prestige, and the right to brag. The atmosphere is electrifying when the two teams take the field.

    Thomas Brezina surprises on "Welcome Austria": The honest side of the cult author that no one knew!

    4.06.2025 During his appearance on the show, Thomas Brezina chatted as charmingly and entertainingly as usual. However, one remark stood out and was picked up by other media: his wish not to be merely "tolerated." An honest insight that shows that even someone with his fame and popularity thinks about how he is perceived and whether the affection is genuine or just a result of nostalgia.

    Epic Football Duel: Austria vs. Germany – Passion, Rivalry, and the Pursuit of Great Triumph!

    4.06.2025 This encounter always stirs great emotions among fans on both sides. Whether it's a friendly match or an important competition, it's about more than just points. It's about pride, prestige, and the right to brag. The atmosphere is electrifying when the two teams take the field.

    Dramatic Crash in Graz: Car Crashes into House Facade on Conrad-von-Hötzendorf-Straße! Fire Department in Major Operation!

    4.06.2025 Spectacular accident in Graz: A car broke through the facade of a building on Conrad-von-Hötzendorf-Straße - the fire department arrived with heavy equipment for the dramatic rescue!

    Hard Decisions and Luxury Dilemma: Verona Pooth Hosts the New SAT.1 Show 'Villa der Versuchung'

    4.06.2025 Verona Pooth invites you to the "Villa of Temptation" starting July 7, 2025, where 14 celebrities face the tough challenge of exchanging luxury for prize money, while every temptation costs real money!

    "Hard Decisions and Luxury Dilemma: Verona Pooth Hosts the New SAT.1 Show 'Villa of Temptation'"

    4.06.2025 Verona Pooth invites you to the "Villa of Temptation" starting July 7, 2025, where 14 celebrities face the tough challenge of exchanging luxury for prize money, while every temptation costs real money!

    NÖ: Westbahn Line Heading Towards Speed 230

    4.06.2025 The upcoming Friday could become a day of joy for commuters on the Westbahn line.

    Chaos in Vienna Mitte: Bomb Threat Forces "The Mall" to Dramatic Evacuation!

    4.06.2025 Chaos in Vienna Mitte! A dramatic bomb threat brings "The Mall" to a standstill, customers and employees flee the shopping center in panic.

    Number of Dollar Millionaires in Austria in Freefall

    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 in this country, while globally there was an increase.

    The Holiday Plans of Austrians for Pentecost and Summer

    4.06.2025 The financial strains do not deter Austria's population from traveling, according to surveys. In the summer, three-quarters (74 percent) plan a vacation - mostly abroad, according to Allianz Partners. Over the Pentecost weekend, a good quarter (28 percent) want to travel. However, almost two-thirds (63 percent) will stay in Austria for Pentecost, the Austrian Hotel Association (ÖHV) announced on Tuesday.

    NÖ: Half of Government Pact Completed

    3.06.2025 State leader Johanna Mikl-Leitner (ÖVP) looked back on Tuesday and identified "good years for Lower Austria." The focus is on work, and the cooperation is "constructive and solution-oriented," stated her deputy Udo Landbauer (FPÖ).

    The BossHoss and Arnold Schwarzenegger presented new single "I'll be back" at the Vienna Hofburg

    3.06.2025 Film star and environmental activist Arnold Schwarzenegger has teamed up with the country rockers of The BossHoss. At the ninth "Austrian World Summit" by Arnold Schwarzenegger in the Vienna Hofburg, the Berlin band led by Alec Völkel and Sascha Vollmer presented the new single "I'll be back", for which the 77-year-old actor recorded his famous movie quote from "Terminator" in the studio once again.

    Europe-Wide Raid Against Call Center Fraud Gang

    3.06.2025 Police authorities in several European countries have targeted an international call center fraud ring with over 170 suspects. In more than 30,000 cases, at least eight million euros are said to have been stolen. According to the Federal Criminal Police Office, five raids took place in Austria, resulting in one arrest.