Cannabis, Cash, Cigarettes: Customs Seizures at Vienna Airport Increased
29.04.2025 In the previous year, there were 2,260 more seizures by customs at Vienna Airport than in 2023.
NEOS Committees Agree to Exploratory Talks After Vienna Election
29.04.2025 The NEOS in Vienna decided on Tuesday, as expected, to continue to be ready as a coalition partner of the SPÖ.
"Catch-Up Race in Education Policy" Is Coming
29.04.2025 NEOS club chairman Yannick Shetty and education spokesperson Martina von Künsberg Sarre presented the core initiatives of a pink "catch-up race in education policy" on Tuesday.
Domestic Tourism Recorded a Good Winter Season
29.04.2025 The tourist winter season has so far been successful for domestic tourism, with 64 million overnight stays registered from November to March.
KV Negotiations: Works Meetings in the Paper Industry
29.04.2025 In the Austrian paper industry, company meetings will take place from May 5 to 7.
Grätzl Kidical Mass 2025: Colorful Children's Bicycle Demonstration Throughout Vienna
29.04.2025 On May 10, 2025, the "Vienna Grätzl Kidical Mass" will take place for the third time. Children, parents, and supporters will ride bicycles on a total of 20 child-friendly routes throughout Vienna, demanding child-safe paths in everyday life.
All District Results of the Vienna Election 2025 at a Glance
2.05.2025 Vienna has voted: Here you can find the election results of the Vienna Election 2025 from all 23 districts in detail.
APG CEO: Blackout in Spain Was Felt as Far as Austria
29.04.2025 The widespread power outage in Spain and Portugal on Monday was also noticeable in Austria. This was stated by the head of the transmission system operator Austrian Power Grid (APG), Gerhard Christiner, on Tuesday in the Ö1 morning journal.
Cause of Death Determined: Autopsy Report Confirms Sad End of Gene Hackman
29.04.2025 Two months after US actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa were found dead in their home, the cause of death has now been officially determined. According to the autopsy report, the 95-year-old died of a cardiovascular disease. As "Fox News" quoted from the report of the medical examiners in Santa Fe in the US state of New Mexico, Hackman had a "history of heart failure." He was also said to have been suffering from Alzheimer's and had not eaten for some time before his death. His wife died about a week earlier from the hantavirus.
Attack at Vienna's Karlsplatz: Drunk Man Throws Wine Bottle and Attacks Police
29.04.2025 On Monday afternoon, a passerby at Vienna's Karlsplatz was seemingly insulted and attacked with a wine bottle by an unknown man without any apparent reason.
From Two Men Pinned to the Ground: Robbery in Vienna-Favoriten
29.04.2025 In the night leading to Tuesday, a robbery occurred in Vienna-Favoriten.
How is the Risk of Blackout in Austria?
29.04.2025 Christoph Schuh, spokesperson for Austrian Power Grid (APG), has classified the blackout risk in Austria as low.
How EU Foreigners Decided in the Vienna District Election
29.04.2025 The EU foreigners predominantly voted for the Greens or SPÖ in the district council elections.
160 Break-ins in Lower Austria: Perpetrators Targeted Wine Cellars
29.04.2025 A burglar quartet in Lower Austria targeted wine cellars. According to police information on Tuesday, the men aged between 20 and 32 also targeted press houses and construction site containers.
Vienna Election 2025: Michael Ludwig Again Winner in Preferential Votes
29.04.2025 Mayor Michael Ludwig not only won the Vienna election with the SPÖ, but also received the most preferential votes.
How is the Risk of Blackout in Austria?
29.04.2025 Christoph Schuh, spokesperson for Austrian Power Grid (APG), has classified the blackout risk in Austria as low.
Convicted Cardinal Becciu Waives Participation in Conclave
29.04.2025 The Italian Cardinal Angelo Becciu, who was convicted in court, confirmed on Tuesday that he will not participate in the conclave to elect a new pope.
Fire with Fatality in Vienna City: Investigations Launched
29.04.2025 There was a fire in Spiegelgasse in the 1st district of Vienna on the night of Tuesday.
From Carriage to Canoe: How Arduous the Cardinals' Journey to the Conclave Used to Be
29.04.2025 With the news of Pope Francis's death, cardinals worldwide received an email: invitation to the funeral, participation in the general congregations, and the conclave.
Massive Power Outage in Spain: Portugal and France Also Affected
29.04.2025 On Monday, there was a "massive" power outage in Spain and Portugal as well as parts of France.
Many Challenges Await the New Pope
29.04.2025 The cardinals in Rome are discussing the new pope. The future pontiff will have to tackle numerous challenges, including financial issues and a declining number of believers.
District Council Election: Greens Captured First Place in Vienna-Margareten
29.04.2025 In the night leading up to Tuesday, the last of the missing postal votes for the Vienna district council election from Sunday were counted in Vienna-Donaustadt.
District Council Election: Greens Captured First Place in Vienna-Margareten
29.04.2025 In the night leading up to Tuesday, the last of the missing postal votes for the Vienna district council election from Sunday were counted in Vienna-Donaustadt.
Vienna Election 2025: This is How Voting Took Place Around the Subway Stations
29.04.2025 What did it look like around the individual subway stations during the Vienna election? An analysis by the Foresight Institute for APA and ORF provides insight.
Fact Check: Is Foot-and-Mouth Disease Not Dangerous at All?
29.04.2025 At the beginning of the year, foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) was detected in Europe for the first time since 2011. After cases also occurred in Hungary and Slovakia in March, Austria is on heightened alert. The debate surrounding this animal disease is not always conducted objectively. A post with false information is being spread on Facebook, questioning the danger to animals and the existence of foot-and-mouth disease.
Markus Figl: This is the New Head of the Vienna ÖVP
29.04.2025 District Chairman of the Inner City, grandnephew of Leopold Figl, former cabinet staff member of Michael Spindelegger: Markus Figl, new head of the Vienna ÖVP, in profile.
Vienna Election 2025: This is How Voting Took Place Around the Subway Stations
29.04.2025 What did the Vienna election look like around the individual subway stations? An analysis by the Foresight Institute for APA and ORF provides insight.
Investigations Against Viennese After Fire at Campsite in Tulln
29.04.2025 After a fire at a campsite in Tulln, Lower Austria, last winter, investigations are now underway against a Viennese man. He himself ended up in the hospital.
Massive Power Outage in Spain: Portugal and France Also Affected
29.04.2025 On Monday, there was a "massive" power outage in Spain and Portugal as well as parts of France.
District Council Election: Greens Captured First Place in Vienna-Margareten
29.04.2025 In the night leading up to Tuesday, the last of the missing postal votes for the Vienna district council election from Sunday were counted in Vienna-Donaustadt.
Light Earthquake in Upper Styria
29.04.2025 In the night leading to Tuesday, a minor earthquake was registered in St. Georgen ob Judenburg in Upper Styria.
Motorcyclist in Zwettl Crashes
29.04.2025 In Zwettl, a traffic accident occurred on the night of Tuesday, resulting in a serious injury.
Attention: New Product Recall from Billa
29.04.2025 Due to possible foreign objects made of hard plastic in individual packages, Billa is recalling the product CHEF MENU MACCHERONI AL FORNO 400G with the best before date (BBD) 18.05. / Batch LT25112.
Cost-Cutting Measures Topic at ÖGK
29.04.2025 On Tuesday, consultations on cost-saving measures will take place at the Austrian Health Insurance Fund (ÖGK).
Michael Niavarani Celebrates Solo Comeback in Vienna
29.04.2025 Michael Niavarani performs solo again after a long time - to be seen at the Wiener Simpl and the Theater im Park.
Markus Figl: This is the new head of the Vienna ÖVP
29.04.2025 District Chairman of the Inner City, grandnephew of Leopold Figl, former cabinet employee of Michael Spindelegger: Markus Figl, new head of the Vienna ÖVP, in profile.
Markus Figl takes over as head of the Vienna ÖVP
29.04.2025 After the departure of Karl Mahrer, the new acting chairman of the Vienna ÖVP is Markus Figl.Festival Season Begins: These Pop Highlights May Bring
29.04.2025 May traditionally marks the start of the festival season – and 2025 offers numerous highlights across Austria.
The Pleasure Festival in Vienna's City Park is Back: Happily Feasting at Over 100 Stalls
9.05.2025 Three days, over 100 indulgence stations, and countless taste experiences – that is the Indulgence Festival in Vienna's City Park. From May 9th to 11th, it's time again to taste, discover, and enjoy! Admission is free.
Final Result of the Vienna Election 2025 Including Postal Votes
29.04.2025 The Vienna election is over, and on Monday the remaining postal votes were counted, which resulted in almost no change in the outcome.
Funeral Mass for the Pope at St. Stephen's Cathedral in Vienna
28.04.2025 A solemn funeral service for the late Pope Francis took place in Vienna on Monday.
District Council Election: Greens Captured First Place in Vienna-Margareten
29.04.2025 The Greens took the 1st place from the SPÖ in the district council election on Sunday in Vienna's Margareten district.
Massive Power Outage in Spain: Portugal and France Also Affected
28.04.2025 On Monday, there was a "massive" power outage in Spain and Portugal as well as parts of France.
Massive Power Outage in Spain: Portugal and France Also Affected
28.04.2025 On Monday, there was a "massive" power outage in Spain and Portugal as well as parts of France.
Attempted Murder Trial After Shooting in Vienna Park Has Begun
28.04.2025 After the violent clashes between Chechens and Syrians in Vienna last year, a trial was held on Monday at the regional court against two Chechens aged 29 and 30.
Fugitive Smuggler Caught in Poland After One and a Half Years
28.04.2025 A Georgian smuggler wanted by an EU arrest warrant was captured in Poland after one and a half years and extradited to Austria, where he confessed to smuggling 14 people.
Lawsuit Against "Standard" Successful: Gudenus Defends Himself Against SS Song Allegation
28.04.2025 The daily newspaper "Der Standard" has been convicted again for reporting on a funeral where a controversial song was sung, among others, by FPÖ politicians. The newspaper intends to appeal.
Resignation after Vienna Election: Mahrer Recommends Figl as Successor
28.04.2025 The Vienna ÖVP leader Karl Mahrer is stepping down from his position after the Vienna election and has a suggestion for the committees on who should be his successor: He will recommend the district chairman of the Inner City, Markus Figl.
Power Outage in Western Europe: Crisis Expert Warns of Lack of Preparedness in Austria
28.04.2025 In light of the current total outage in Western Europe, crisis expert Herbert Saurugg warns of inadequate preparation in Austria and emphasizes the need for individual and organizational measures to improve crisis preparedness.
SPÖ After Vienna Election: Ludwig Aims for Quick Conclusion of Exploratory Talks
28.04.2025 The Vienna SPÖ plans to conclude its exploratory talks for forming a new state government this week and begin concrete negotiations with NEOS, the Greens, or the ÖVP next week, while a coalition with the FPÖ remains excluded. The goal is to form a new government before the summer, as announced by Mayor Michael Ludwig.
A Piece of Hawaii in Vienna: Multiplex Citywave Rides the Anniversary Wave in the SCS
28.04.2025 The Multiplex Citywave in the Westfield Shopping City Süd will start its 10th season on April 30, 2025, offering anniversary deals and a variety of sports, music, and fun events that attract surf fans of all ages to the south of Vienna.
Massive Power Outage in Spain: Portugal and France Also Affected
28.04.2025 On Monday, there was a "massive" power outage in Spain and Portugal as well as parts of France.
Vienna Education Lab invites you to the Open House Day
29.04.2025 On April 30th, the Education Lab on Maderstraße in Vienna-Wieden opens its doors to everyone who wants to actively shape education in Vienna. The open house offers the broad educational community and all interested parties insights into the vision, program, and working methods of the new center for educational innovation.
Blümel, Görg, Busek: Mahrer's Predecessors at the Head of the Vienna ÖVP
28.04.2025 With the withdrawal of Karl Mahrer after the Vienna election, the People's Party in the federal capital gets a new leader. A look back at the past 80 years at the helm of the Vienna ÖVP.
Vienna Debut in May: art & design market comes to the Ottakringer Brewery
28.04.2025 On May 10 and 11, 2025, it's finally happening: The art & design market is coming to Vienna for the first time and will transform the Ottakringer Brewery into a meeting place for all who love special products and creative ideas.
From Kasperl to Concert: The Vienna Prater Museum Invites to Open House in May
28.04.2025 On the first weekend of May, the Prater Museum invites you to a free program that includes lectures, thematic tours in multiple languages, and a concert with Karl Ratzer & Band to explore the diverse facets of the Vienna Prater.