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  • First Middle Finger, Then Biting Attack: Car Check in Vienna-Ottakring Escalated

    15.05.2025 A 33-year-old man was arrested on Wednesday in Vienna-Ottakring after acting aggressively during a traffic stop, attacking a police officer and injuring him.

    Zuerst Mittelfinger, dann Beißattacke: Pkw-Kontrolle in Wien-Ottakring eskalierte

    15.05.2025 Ein 33-jähriger Mann wurde am Mittwoch in Wien-Ottakring festgenommen, nachdem er bei einer Verkehrskontrolle aggressiv agierte, einen Polizisten angriff und dabei verletzte.

    Break-In at Fish Pond in Vienna-Donaustadt: Suspect Arrested in the Reeds

    15.05.2025 A man in Vienna-Donaustadt is alleged to have broken into chests and stolen fishing equipment – the police arrested him at the scene.

    Einbruch bei Fischerteich in Wien-Donaustadt: Verdächtiger im Schilf festgenommen

    15.05.2025 Ein Mann in Wien-Donaustadt soll Truhen aufgebrochen und Fischereiausrüstung entwendet haben – die Polizei nahm ihn noch am Tatort fest.

    Car in Accident Thrown Towards Sidewalk: Pedestrian in Vienna-Simmering Seriously Injured

    15.05.2025 In a traffic accident at the intersection of Sendnergasse and Mannswörther Straße in Vienna-Simmering, a 53-year-old pedestrian was seriously injured on Wednesday afternoon. An emergency medical helicopter was deployed.

    Pkw bei Unfall Richtung Gehsteig geschleudert: Fußgänger in Wien-Simmering schwer verletzt

    15.05.2025 Bei einem Verkehrsunfall im Kreuzungsbereich der Sendnergasse mit der Mannswörther Straße in Wien-Simmering ist am Mittwochnachmittag ein 53-Jähriger Fußgänger schwer verletzt worden. Ein Rettungshubschrauber stand im Einsatz.

    27-Year-Old Found Critically Injured in Vienna-Favoriten

    15.05.2025 In the night from Wednesday to Thursday, a severely injured man was found lying on the ground in Vienna-Favoriten. The 27-year-old was taken to a hospital in critical condition.

    27-Jähriger lebensgefährlich verletzt in Wien-Favoriten aufgefunden

    15.05.2025 In der Nacht auf Donnerstag wurde in Wien-Favoriten ein schwer verletzter Mann am Boden liegend aufgefunden. Der 27-Jährige wurde in kritischem Zustand in ein Krankenhaus gebracht.

    Ceremonial Events for State Treaty on Thursday in Vienna

    16.05.2025 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.

    Singing Pope Leo Caused a Surprise

    15.05.2025 Last Sunday, Pope Leo XIV surprised the public as he led the liturgical chants with a clear voice.

    Majority of Teachers Use Digital Media in Class, But Only to a Limited Extent

    15.05.2025 The majority of teachers in Austria use digital media in the classroom, but mostly only sporadically. This is according to a study presented on Thursday by the Austrian Federal Publishing House (ÖBV) and the University of Linz, in which 949 people were surveyed. According to the study, 87 percent use digital devices and offerings, but only a quarter use them for more than 40 percent of their teaching. Half of the teachers use digital media in less than 20 percent of their classes.

    Großteil der Lehrer nutzt digitale Medien im Unterricht, aber nur in geringem Ausmaß

    18.06.2025 Die Mehrheit der Lehrkräfte in Österreich verwendet im Unterricht digitale Medien, jedoch meist nur sporadisch. Dies geht aus einer am Donnerstag vorgestellten Studie des Österreichischen Bundesverlags (ÖBV) und der Universität Linz hervor, bei der 949 Personen befragt wurden. Laut Studie nutzen 87 Prozent digitale Geräte und Angebote, allerdings setzen lediglich ein Viertel diese für über 40 Prozent ihres Unterrichts ein. Die Hälfte der Lehrkräfte verwendet digitale Medien in weniger als 20 Prozent des Unterrichts.

    1,000 Chicks Perished Due to Turned Off Heating: Diversion

    15.05.2025 On Thursday, a 32-year-old Romanian stood trial at the Klagenfurt Regional Court for property damage and animal cruelty, as he was allegedly responsible for the death of 1,000 chicks.

    Tightening of German Courses for Asylum Seekers Announced

    15.05.2025 In the asylum sector, a tightening of German courses was announced on Thursday. The focus is on Lower Austria and Upper Austria.

    AUA continues not to operate in Tel Aviv

    15.05.2025 The Lufthansa Group is maintaining its flight suspension for Israel for the time being. This also affects AUA.

    AUA setzt weiter nicht in Tel Aviv auf

    15.05.2025 Die Lufthansa-Gruppe hält an ihrem Flugstopp für Israel vorerst fest. Das betrifft auch die AUA.

    New on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video & Co.: The Releases from May 19 to June 1

    15.05.2025 From May 19 to June 1, there are many new film and series releases on the streaming platforms Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, and Paramount+. Here is an overview of all the releases.

    Experts Warn of Risks of Messenger Surveillance

    15.05.2025 The draft for the planned messenger surveillance has been criticized by experts - among other things because it would be necessary to use external expertise for the technical infiltration of devices.

    Lotto Quadruple Jackpot Cracked: 4.7 Million Euros Go to Salzburg

    15.05.2025 After last Wednesday's draws, there was reason to celebrate because: All prize pots were emptied.

    Train Hits Man in Schladming

    15.05.2025 In Schladming, there was a nighttime accident involving a regional train and a pedestrian. The affected, severely injured Upper Austrian ended up in the hospital.

    Zug erfasste Mann in Schladming

    15.05.2025 In Schladming ist es zu einem nächtlichen Unfall mit einem Regionalzug und einem Fußgänger gekommen. Der betroffene, schwer verletzte Oberösterreicher landete im Spital.

    Tightening of German Courses for Asylum Beneficiaries Announced

    15.05.2025 In the asylum sector, a tightening of German courses was announced on Thursday. The focus is on Lower Austria and Upper Austria.

    Product Recall Due to Possible Metal Foreign Objects in "denns Biomarkt" Cheese

    15.05.2025 The companies Denns BioMarkt and dennree are precautionarily recalling the product "Thise Mejeri Nordsee Cheese approx. 170g piece". The reason for the recall is the suspicion of possible metal foreign objects in individual packages of the mentioned product.

    Produktrückruf wegen möglicher Metallfremdkörper in "denns Biomarkt"-Käse

    15.05.2025 Die Unternehmen Denns BioMarkt und dennree rufen vorsorglich den Artikel „Thise Mejeri Nordsee Käse ca. 170g Stück“ zurück. Grund für den Rückruf ist der Verdacht auf mögliche Metallfremdkörper in einzelnen Verpackungen des genannten Produkts.

    Cyclist (11) Collided with Car in Lower Austria

    15.05.2025 In Waidhofen a.d. Ybbs, an eleven-year-old was involved in a bicycle accident on Wednesday and was seriously injured.

    Radfahrer (11) kollidierte in NÖ mit Auto

    15.05.2025 In Waidhofen a.d. Ybbs ist am Mittwoch ein Elfjähriger mit dem Fahrrad verunglückt und schwer verletzt worden.

    On May 17, travel for free with Wiener Linien to the Bank Austria Kunstforum

    15.05.2025 On May 17, 2025, Wiener Linien and their cooperation partners invite the holders of a Wiener Linien annual pass to a free visit to the Bank Austria Kunstforum.

    Am 17. Mai mit den Wiener Linien gratis ins Bank Austria Kunstforum

    15.05.2025 Am 17. Mai 2025 laden die Wiener Linien und ihre Kooperationspartner die Besitzer einer Wiener Linien Jahreskarte zu einem kostenlosen Besuch ins Bank Austria Kunstforum ein.

    Snake Discovered in Vienna Hotel Toilet: "Khloe" Moves to Reptile Zoo "World of Poisons"

    15.05.2025 In November 2023, a snake in a Vienna hotel toilet caused a great stir. Now, "Khloe" has found a permanent and species-appropriate home in a reptile zoo.

    Schlange in Wiener Hotelklo entdeckt: "Khloe" zieht in Reptilienzoo "Welt der Gifte"

    15.05.2025 Im November 2023 sorgte eine Schlange in einer Wiener Hoteltoilette für großes Aufsehen. Nun hat "Khloe" ein dauerhaftes und artgerechtes Zuhause in einem Reptilienzoo gefunden.

    Europe Could Experience Heat Summers in 2025

    15.05.2025 According to model calculations, Europe is likely to face a heat summer in 2025. The heat accumulation in the North Atlantic is expected to lead to an exceptionally hot summer, according to the Max Planck Institute for Meteorology (MPI-M) in Hamburg, as reported by the dpa on Thursday.

    Sobotka received the highest IKG award

    15.05.2025 Ex-National Council President Wolfgang Sobotka (ÖVP) has received the Torberg Medal from the Jewish Community of Vienna (IKG).

    Head-on Collision in Upper Austria: Two Seriously Injured, Dog Died

    15.05.2025 On Wednesday afternoon, there was a head-on collision in Wallern an der Trattnach, in the Upper Austrian district of Grieskirchen. Both drivers were seriously injured. The dog of one of the drivers died.

    Frontalkollision in OÖ: Zwei Schwerverletzte, Hund starb

    15.05.2025 Mittwochnachmittag kam es in Wallern an der Trattnach, im oberösterreichischen Bezirk Grieskirchen, zu einer Frontalkollision. Dabei wurden beide Lenkerinnen schwer verletzt. Der Hund einer Autofahrerin starb.

    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.

    Jungle Camp 2017: These 12 Stars Are Involved

    15.05.2025 On January 13, 2017, it starts again, because then it's: "I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here". RTL has now confirmed these 12 candidates for the Jungle Camp 2017.

    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.

    Festakte zu Staatsvertrag am Donnerstag in Wien

    16.05.2025 70 Jahre nach der Unterzeichnung des Staatsvertrags gehen am Donnerstag in Wien zwei Festakte über die Bühne. Ort des Geschehens sind das Parlament und der Schlossgarten des Belvedere.

    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.

    Messerattacke in Wiener Anwaltskanzlei: Mann nicht zurechnungsfähig

    15.05.2025 Nach der Messerattacke in einer Wiener Anwaltskanzlei vom vergangenen Februar hat die Staatsanwaltschaft eine Unterbringung in einem forensisch-therapeutischen Zentrum beantragt.

    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.

    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.

    Das sind die wichtigsten Job-Anreize für Beschäftigte

    15.05.2025 PwC hat eine Umfrage unter 1.100 Beschäftigten durchgeführt, um die wichtigsten Anreize am Arbeitsplatz zu ermitteln. An erster Stelle standen das Gehalt und finanzielle Anreize, gefolgt von Flexibilität bei der Arbeitszeit und Urlaub. 37 Prozent der Teilnehmer wären bereit, für eine zusätzliche Urlaubswoche auf einen Teil ihres Gehalts zu verzichten. Mehr als die Hälfte (53 Prozent) würde das Miteinander im Büro gegen die Möglichkeit des Homeoffice eintauschen.

    Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel: Die Beiträge im 2. Halbfinale im Überblick

    15.05.2025 Beim 2. Halbfinale des Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel geht es am Donnerstag auch für Österreichs ESC-Hoffnung JJ um den Einzug ins Finale. Hier könnt ihr in die diesjährigen Songs vorab reinhören.

    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.

    Die deutsche Privatagentin und das Wiener BVT: Ex-Beamter zu Haftstrafe verurteilt

    14.05.2025 Ein ehemaliger Beamter des Bundesamtes für Verfassungsschutz und Terrorismusbekämpfung wurde in St. Pölten zu zwei Monaten bedingter Haft wegen Bestechlichkeit verurteilt. Er hatte gegen Entgelt Daten für eine private Ermittlerin bereitgestellt. Der Schuldspruch ist noch nicht rechtskräftig.

    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.

    Spektakuläre Übung: Österreichs Höhenretter auf dem Wiener Riesenrad

    15.05.2025 Action wie in einem James-Bond-Streifen hieß es am Mittwochmorgen im Wiener Prater: Im Zuge einer Fortbildung kletterten Höhenretter der österreichischen Berufsfeuerwehren auf das Wahrzeichen 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.

    "Summer Vibes by Therme Wien": Chill-out-Festival sorgt wieder für Urlaubsfeeling

    14.05.2025 Von Juni bis August verwandelt sich die Therme Wien immer donnerstags von 16 Uhr bis 21 Uhr in eine vibrierende Sommer-Oase voller Musik, Genuss und Urlaubsfeeling.

    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.

    Freispruch in Prozess um angebliche Vergewaltigung in Stadionbad

    14.05.2025 Ein Prozess wegen der angeblichen Vergewaltigung eines 13-jährigen Jungen im Stadionbad endete am Mittwoch am Wiener Landesgericht mit einem Freispruch im Zweifel.

    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.