Lower Austria: Truck Ended Up on Forest Path Due to GPS
15.05.2025 In Lower Austria, a truck on a forest path caused a fire brigade operation.
How Much People in Austria Know About AI
15.05.2025 The majority of people in Austria know little to nothing about Artificial Intelligence. The State Secretary for Digitalization says: "AI is a future technology that we must not close ourselves off to."
Ceremonial Events for State Treaty on Thursday in Vienna
15.05.2025 70 years after the signing of the State Treaty, two ceremonies will take place in Vienna on Thursday. The venues are the Parliament and the Belvedere Palace Garden.
Knife Attack in Vienna Law Firm: Man Not Responsible
15.05.2025 After the knife attack in a Vienna law firm last February, the public prosecutor's office has requested placement in a forensic-therapeutic center.
Styrian Dead After Fall Into Former Manure Pit
15.05.2025 An 84-year-old man fell into a disused slurry pit on Wednesday. A relative discovered the deceased.Financial Situation Tense for One Third
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Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel: An Overview of the Entries in the 2nd Semifinal
15.05.2025 In the 2nd semifinal of the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel, Austria's ESC hopeful JJ is also vying for a spot in the final on Thursday. Here you can listen to this year's songs in advance.
These Are the Most Important Job Incentives for Employees
15.05.2025 PwC conducted a survey among 1,100 employees to determine the most important incentives in the workplace. Salary and financial incentives ranked first, followed by flexibility in working hours and vacation. 37 percent of participants would be willing to give up part of their salary for an additional week of vacation. More than half (53 percent) would trade office camaraderie for the possibility of working from home.
German Federal Office Takes Over Investigations After AUA Hail Flight
14.05.2025 The German Federal Bureau of Aircraft Accident Investigation in Braunschweig has taken over the investigation into the AUA hail flight, according to the head of the relevant section in the Ministry of Transport, Vera Hofbauer, as reported by ORF Radio. This is intended to prevent bias.
The German Private Agent and the Vienna BVT: Former Official Sentenced to Imprisonment
14.05.2025 A former official of the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution and Counterterrorism was sentenced to two months of conditional imprisonment in St. Pölten for bribery. He had provided data for a private investigator in exchange for payment. The verdict is not yet legally binding.
Savings Package: Totschnig Defends Cuts in Climate and Environmental Sector
14.05.2025 The cuts in the climate and environmental sector of the new budget met with significant criticism. The climate bonus is being eliminated, the climate ticket is becoming more expensive, while the commuter euro has been tripled. Minister Totschnig defended the measures on Wednesday.
Spectacular Exercise: Austria's High-Altitude Rescuers on the Vienna Ferris Wheel
15.05.2025 Action like in a James Bond movie was the theme on Wednesday morning in the Vienna Prater: As part of a training course, high-altitude rescuers from the Austrian professional fire brigades climbed the landmark in Leopoldstadt.
Possible Investor in Sight After Palmers Insolvency
14.05.2025 The planned entry of investors into the insolvent lingerie retailer Palmers is taking more concrete shape. According to the news magazine "profil," the unnamed group of investors is a Turkish, publicly traded textile company, supported by a private equity firm and a Swiss fund.
Herculean Task for Signa Creditors – Few Claims Recognized
14.05.2025 In the insolvency proceedings of Herkules Holding GmbH, a part of René Benko's Signa Group, claims of around 710 million euros were filed, but only 35,158.93 euros were recognized. The Mubadala fund from Abu Dhabi is particularly affected.
"Summer Vibes by Therme Wien": Chill-Out Festival Brings Back Holiday Feeling
14.05.2025 From June to August, the Therme Wien transforms every Thursday from 4 PM to 9 PM into a vibrant summer oasis full of music, enjoyment, and holiday vibes.
Acquittal in Trial Over Alleged Rape at Stadium Pool
14.05.2025 A trial regarding the alleged rape of a 13-year-old boy at the Stadionbad ended on Wednesday at the Vienna Regional Court with an acquittal due to doubt.
Woman Raped in Vienna City Center: 27-Year-Old Arrested
14.05.2025 In the night leading to Tuesday, a 16-year-old girl was found by the police in downtown Vienna after she claimed to have been raped.
Manhunt After Attack on Elderly Woman in Lower Austria
14.05.2025 An 88-year-old woman was attacked in her home in Tullnerbach by an unknown man. The perpetrator dragged her into the bedroom, after which the woman triggered the alarm on her emergency watch. The man fled, the woman remained unharmed but was severely shocked. The Lower Austria police are asking for information.
CLOWN IN A CORNFIELD starts in cinemas: Escape Room experience and tickets to win
14.05.2025 On May 29, the horror film CLOWN IN A CORNFIELD, from the creators of SMILE, will be released in cinemas across Austria. To celebrate, you can win the "CIRCUS" Escape Room experience at Westfield SCS and movie tickets with us.
Klimt's Secret Uncovered: "The Bride" at the Upper Belvedere in Vienna
14.05.2025 The Belvedere dedicates its "In Focus" exhibition from May 15 to the unfinished work "The Bride" by Gustav Klimt, which is presented as a loan from the Klimt Foundation and will highlight different interpretations and art technological backgrounds at the Upper Belvedere until October 5.
Planned Army Investments Should Be Realized
14.05.2025 On the day after the budget presentation on Tuesday, Defense Minister Klaudia Tanner (ÖVP) emphasized that the planned investments in the area of national defense will be implemented.
Budget: Headwinds Face Burdens
14.05.2025 Criticism of the measures the government plans to use to balance the budget was voiced by interest groups on Wednesday.
"Wien DAC New": WienWein Winemakers Demand Expanded System
14.05.2025 The Viennese winemaker group "WienWein" is calling for a comprehensive reform of the DAC system for Viennese viticulture. The background is the concern that significant single-vineyard wines like "Riesling Ried Preussen" or "Grüner Veltliner Ried Schenkenberg" may no longer be marketed under their precise origin designation in the future.
NÖ: Biker flown to hospital after crash
14.05.2025 On Wednesday, three men were injured in a collision in the Hollabrunn district.
Ceremonial Hall in Vienna's Schönbrunn Palace to be Restored
14.05.2025 The Ceremonial Hall of Schönbrunn Palace, a central room of the Habsburg summer residence, is currently undergoing extensive restoration. The goal is to secure the historical furnishings and preserve them for future generations, according to the Schönbrunn Group in a statement.
Budget: Sports Call for "Comeback Package"
14.05.2025 From 2027, the Federal Sports Organization Sport Austria wants to see a "comeback package".
Purchasing Power Tourists Support Domestic Tourism Balance
14.05.2025 Austria is a popular holiday destination, but costs are rising faster than revenues, which burdens value creation, according to a Wifo analysis. Many guests are saving, but wealthy Americans and Asians are improving the tourism balance in 2024, according to Österreich Werbung (ÖW).
After Termination of Investigations in Pilnacek Case: Justification Published
14.05.2025 After the investigation into abuse of office against two police officers in connection with the death of former Justice Department head Christian Pilnacek was discontinued, the Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office has now published the reasoning for the discontinuation.
Justice Budget Causes Concern Among Judges
14.05.2025 The justice budget has elicited a negative reaction from the professional associations of judges.
New Savings Package: An Overview of All Measures
14.05.2025 The budget for 2025/26 has been presented: Here is an overview of all savings measures, subsidies, and investments.
New Savings Package: An Overview of All Measures
14.05.2025 The budget for 2025/26 has been presented: Here is an overview of all savings measures, subsidies, and investments.
Viennese Inspectors Found Smuggled Cigarettes and Prescription Potency Drugs in the Supermarket
14.05.2025 In a supermarket in Vienna-Favoriten, the Immediate Measures Group discovered smuggled cigarettes and prescription-only potency drugs. The customs investigation was informed and removed a large number of cigarette packs from circulation. These findings were made as part of a control focus in the city area, as the group reported.
Big Reception for Panda Pair: New Zoo Stars Officially Welcomed in Vienna
14.05.2025 With an official ceremony at the Emperor's Pavilion, Tiergarten Schönbrunn today welcomed the new panda pair "Lan Yun" and "He Feng". The reception was accompanied by a traditional lion dance and high-ranking political guests.
Possible Investor in Sight After Palmers Insolvency
14.05.2025 The planned entry of investors into the insolvent lingerie retailer Palmers is taking more concrete shape. According to the news magazine "profil," the unnamed group of investors is a Turkish, publicly traded textile company, supported by a private equity firm and a Swiss fund.
Electronics Industry Collective Agreement: Nearly 40 Works Meetings in Austria
14.05.2025 A breakthrough in the collective agreement for the electrical and electronics industry is still pending. Numerous works meetings took place on Wednesday.
ESC Expert Peter Urban Misses Eurovision Song Contest 2025 After Serious Fall
14.05.2025 ESC veteran Peter Urban had to cancel his appearance on Stefan Raab's RTL show "Chefsache ESC 2025 - Live from Basel" on Saturday at short notice due to an accident.
Bold Thieves Tried to Rob Woman After Bank Withdrawal at Vienna Bus Stop
14.05.2025 The Vienna police apprehended five bank connection thieves aged 18 to 57 after hours of surveillance on Tuesday.
Woman Raped in Vienna City Center: 27-Year-Old Arrested
14.05.2025 In the night leading to Tuesday, a 16-year-old girl was found by the police in downtown Vienna after she claimed to have been raped.
Construction Site Burglar Caught Red-Handed in Vienna-Brigittenau
14.05.2025 An observant witness informed the police on the night of Wednesday that three men fled in a van after an apparent break-in at a construction site.
Program Fireworks at the Vienna Danube Island Festival with Aut of Orda, Josh., and No Angels
14.05.2025 From rock and pop to hip-hop and Viennese songs, to schlager and electronic music – the Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025 once again presents a diverse range of musical genres. New this year is the opera genre, which sets special accents in the Johann Strauss year. The DIF program was presented on Wednesday.
35 Million Euros for Municipalities in Lower Austria
14.05.2025 A municipal support package from the state of Lower Austria amounting to 35 million euros is intended to provide financial relief.
Arrest after Car Break-Ins in Vienna-Favoriten
14.05.2025 On Tuesday, a 20-year-old was provisionally arrested by officers of the City Police Command Favoriten.
1. ESC Semifinal in Basel is Over: These Countries Have Advanced
14.05.2025 On Tuesday evening, the first semifinal of the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 took place in Basel. The first ten countries have been confirmed to have made it to the grand final.
Savings Package Also Affects ÖBB: 1.4 Billion Euros Less for Railway Expansion
14.05.2025 The updated framework plan of the ÖBB for the expansion of the railway network from 2025 to 2030 includes a financial volume of 19.7 billion euros.
"Missed Opportunity": Doskozil Criticizes Budget
14.05.2025 On the day after the presentation of the federal budget, Burgenland's state leader Hans Peter Doskozil expressed criticism.
Justice Budget Causes Concern Among Judges
14.05.2025 The justice budget has elicited a negative reaction from the representatives of judges.
Danube Island Festival Program 2025: All Bands and the Line-Up
14.05.2025 At the Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025, over 600 hours of programming will be offered on 16 stages, with numerous national and international artists in the line-up. Which bands will entertain visitors on the Danube Island in Vienna with free admission from June 20 to 22, you can read here.
Woman Raped in Vienna City Center: 27-Year-Old Arrested
14.05.2025 In the early hours of Tuesday, a young woman was found by the police in downtown Vienna after she claimed to have been raped.
Justice Budget Causes Concern Among Judges
14.05.2025 The justice budget has elicited a negative reaction from the professional associations of judges.
Justice Budget Causes Concern Among Judges
14.05.2025 The justice budget has elicited a negative reaction from the representatives of judges.
Justice Budget Causes Concern Among Judges
14.05.2025 The justice budget has elicited a negative reaction from the professional associations of judges.
JJ before ESC performance relaxed: "This will be easy!"
15.05.2025 Austria's Song Contest candidate JJ looks relaxed in the interview about his upcoming performance in the 2nd ESC semi-final on Thursday. He also talked about his plans after the Song Contest and revealed whether he could leave the opera world behind forever.
Livestream: Tiergarten Schönbrunn Rolls Out the Red Carpet for New Pandas
14.05.2025 Three weeks after the arrival of the new pandas at the Vienna Zoo Schönbrunn, a welcome ceremony will take place on Wednesday. You can watch the livestream from 10 AM on VIENNA.at.
Carinthian Dead After Accident with Excavator
14.05.2025 In Carinthia, a 63-year-old man was run over by an excavator on Tuesday, whose operator did not have a Class F driver's license.
Fee Shock: What Is Getting More Expensive Now
14.05.2025 The new double budget for 2025 and 2026 brings numerous fee increases, including higher costs for the climate ticket, the e-card, and important documents such as passports and driver's licenses, which will financially burden many people.
Girl Dead After Fall in Tyrolean Gorge
14.05.2025 After falling during a hike in Tyrol, an eleven-year-old student is now no longer alive.
Operator of Basement Theater in Vienna's Café Prückel Leaves
14.05.2025 Christoph Schobesberger will no longer be the operator of the cellar theater in the Vienna Café Prückel. Discussions with interested parties for the succession are ongoing.
National Council Discusses Budget
14.05.2025 Before the decision on June 18, the National Council will deal with the budget on Wednesday.