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  • Viennese Step on the Gas: Horsepower Monsters Conquer the City

    15.07.2025 The average engine power of private cars has increased significantly across Austria over the past ten years. Vorarlberg and Vienna record particularly high values.

    New Study: Sustainable Diet Protects Against Cancer

    15.07.2025 A large-scale analysis of 2.2 million people shows: Those who eat sustainably significantly reduce the risk of developing or dying from cancer.

    Wiener geben Gas: PS-Monster erobern die Stadt

    14.07.2025 Die durchschnittliche Motorleistung privater Pkw ist in den vergangenen zehn Jahren in ganz Österreich deutlich gestiegen. Besonders hohe Werte verzeichnen Vorarlberg und Wien.

    "Jedermann"-Star Philipp Hochmair startet dritten Biografie-Versuch mit persönlicher Note

    14.07.2025 Kurz vor seiner Rückkehr als "Jedermann" bei den Salzburger Festspielen veröffentlicht Philipp Hochmair seine neue Biografie, in der er über Kunst, Karriere und Kindheit spricht. Das Buch mit dem Titel "Hochmair, wo bist du?" entstand im Austausch mit der deutschen Journalistin Katharina von der Leyen.

    Duration of Literature Scholarship Has Been Shortened

    14.07.2025 Currently, there is excitement among local authors. The project scholarship for literature, which was previously set for twelve months and endowed with 1,500 euros per month, is being paid out for only ten months in the current funding period.

    Plans for Attack on Swift Concert in Vienna: Teen in Berlin on Trial

    14.07.2025 Due to alleged involvement in plans for an attack on a concert by US singer Taylor Swift in August 2024 in Vienna, a 15-year-old has been on trial at the Berlin Regional Court since Monday.

    Anschlagspläne gegen Swift-Konzert in Wien: Teenie in Berlin vor Gericht

    14.07.2025 Wegen mutmaßlicher Beteiligung an Plänen für einen Anschlag auf ein Konzert der US-Sängerin Taylor Swift im August 2024 in Wien muss sich seit Montag ein 15-Jähriger vor dem Berliner Kammergericht verantworten.

    Collision with Train: Two Horses Killed in Gmünd District

    14.07.2025 Early Monday morning, two horses were killed in a collision with a train in Hoheneich (District Gmünd).

    Kollision mit Zug: Zwei Pferde im Bezirk Gmünd getötet

    14.07.2025 Montagfrüh sind zwei Pferde bei der Kollision mit einem Zug in Hoheneich (Bezirk Gmünd) getötet worden.

    Diasaar Sunscreen Lotion 90+ is being recalled

    17.07.2025 The company UOUOROSE GmbH is recalling the sunscreen "Diasaar Suncreen Lotion 90+".

    Jealousy Likely Motive for Fatal Shooting in Traiskirchen

    14.07.2025 In Traiskirchen, a prisoner on leave shot a man with a shotgun on Sunday and seriously injured a woman. Jealousy is suspected as the motive for the bloodshed.

    Human Rights: 159 NGO Demands on Austria

    14.07.2025 According to various NGOs, the human rights situation in Austria leaves much to be desired. In the course of the "Universal Periodic Review" (UPR) by the UN, they have therefore made 159 demands in a joint statement.

    Great Solidarity After Rampage in Graz: Already 228,000 Euros Donated

    14.07.2025 After the deadly rampage at a school in Graz, approximately 228,000 euros have been received in a specially established donation account. The funds are intended to support those affected in the long term.

    Cash Register Reform: ÖGK Chairman Huss Welcomes Mattle's Insight

    14.07.2025 That Tyrol's Governor Anton Mattle (ÖVP) has called the cash register merger a mistake and demanded a "reform of the reform" is causing debates.

    Doskozil for Linking Medical Study Places to Public Job Obligation

    14.07.2025 Burgenland's Governor Doskozil demands a general linkage of all state-funded medical study places with employment in the public healthcare system.

    "No Mass Deportations," but Karner Wants More Deportations to Syria

    14.07.2025 Interior Minister Gerhard Karner plans to deport more Syrians who have committed crimes back to their homeland.

    Conflict in Apartment in Vienna-Favoriten Escalated: Aggressive 27-Year-Old Arrested

    14.07.2025 Due to a dispute, officers from the Favoriten City Police Command were called to an apartment in a multi-family house in Vienna.

    Cash Register Reform: ÖGK Chairman Huss Welcomes Mattle's Insight

    14.07.2025 That Tyrol's Governor Anton Mattle (ÖVP) has called the cash register merger a mistake and demanded a "reform of the reform" is causing debates.

    National Council Balance for the Summer Break: This Many Laws Were Passed

    14.07.2025 The parliament has summarized the results of the last session period: There were 40 sessions of the National Council with a total duration of more than 184 hours, and 53 laws were passed. A high number of written inquiries were submitted by the FPÖ.

    Imprisonment for Chemsex Parties: 76-Year-Old Viennese Man Convicted

    14.07.2025 On Monday, a 76-year-old Viennese man was sentenced to one year in prison, with two months to be served unconditionally, at the Vienna Regional Court under the Narcotic Drugs Act because he had supplied other men with mephedrone during chemsex parties in his apartment.

    Haft für Chemsex-Partys: 76-jähriger Wiener verurteilt

    14.07.2025 Am Montag ist ein 76-jähriger Wiener am Wiener Landesgericht nach dem Suchtmittelgesetz zu einem Jahr Haft, davon zwei Monate unbedingt, verurteilt worden, weil er im Zuge von Chemsex-Partys in seiner Wohnung andere Männer mit Mephedron versorgt hatte.

    Cash Register Reform: ÖGK Chairman Huss Welcomes Mattle's Insight

    14.07.2025 That Tyrol's Governor Anton Mattle (ÖVP) has called the cash register merger a mistake and demanded a "reform of the reform" is causing debates.

    ORF negotiates with Innsbruck and Vienna about Eurovision Song Contest 2026

    14.07.2025 The ORF is negotiating with Innsbruck and Vienna about hosting the 70th Eurovision Song Contest 2026. Both cities have applied in time and have been asked to refine their concepts and submit final offers. In-depth discussions have now been initiated, as the ORF announced.

    ORF verhandelt mit Innsbruck und Wien über Eurovision Song Contest 2026

    14.07.2025 Der ORF verhandelt mit Innsbruck und Wien über die Ausrichtung des 70. Eurovision Song Contests 2026. Beide Städte haben sich rechtzeitig beworben und wurden aufgefordert, ihre Konzepte zu konkretisieren und finale Angebote abzugeben. Vertiefende Gespräche wurden nun eingeleitet, wie der ORF mitteilte.

    Conflict in Apartment in Vienna-Favoriten Escalated: Aggressive 27-Year-Old Arrested

    14.07.2025 Due to a dispute, officers from the Favoriten City Police Command were called to an apartment in a multi-family house in Vienna.

    Streit in Wohnung in Wien-Favoriten eskalierte: Aggressiver 27-Jähriger festgenommen

    14.07.2025 Aufgrund eines Streits wurden Beamte des Stadtpolizeikommandos Favoriten in eine Wohnung eines Mehrparteienhauses in Wien gerufen.

    Drunk Man Went Berserk: Rescue Operation in Vienna-Leopoldstadt Escalated

    14.07.2025 An intoxicated man caused a police operation on Sunday in Lassallestraße in Vienna-Leopoldstadt. The 33-year-old became aggressive and attempted to throw a phone at an officer.

    Betrunkener rastete aus: Rettungseinsatz in Wien-Leopoldstadt eskalierte

    14.07.2025 Ein alkoholisierter Mann sorgte am Sonntag in der Lassallestraße in Wien-Leopoldstadt für einen Polizeieinsatz. Der 33-Jährige wurde aggressiv und versuchte, ein Handy auf einen Beamten zu werfen.

    Cash Register Reform: ÖGK Chairman Huss Welcomes Mattle's Insight

    14.07.2025 That Tyrol's Governor Anton Mattle (ÖVP) has called the cash register merger a mistake and demanded a "reform of the reform" is causing debates.

    44-Year-Old Becomes Victim of Fake Police Officer

    14.07.2025 Over the weekend, a fraud involving a fake police officer occurred in Vienna-Favoriten.

    Wanted Credit Card Thief Cycled into the Hands of Police in Vienna-Hernals

    14.07.2025 A 30-year-old was arrested on Sunday evening in Vienna-Hernals. There was an arrest warrant against him, and during his check, the police discovered further incriminating material.

    Gesuchter Kreditkarten-Dieb radelte Polizisten in Wien-Hernals in die Hände

    14.07.2025 Ein 30-Jähriger wurde am Sonntagabend in Wien-Hernals festgenommen. Gegen ihn lag eine Festnahmeanordnung vor, bei seiner Kontrolle entdeckte die Polizei weiteres Belastungsmaterial.

    44-Jähriger wird Opfer von falschem Polizisten

    14.07.2025 Am Wochenende kam es in Wien-Favoriten zu einem Betrug durch einen falschen Polizisten.

    How Much the New Juvenile Prison in Vienna-Simmering Cost

    14.07.2025 The gross construction costs for the correctional facility (JA) Münnichplatz in Vienna-Simmering, where juvenile offenders have been housed since January, amount to approximately 4.73 million euros.

    So viel kostete das neue Jugendgefängnis in Wien-Simmering

    14.07.2025 Die Bruttoerrichtungskosten für die Justizanstalt (JA) Münnichplatz in Wien-Simmering, wo seit Januar jugendliche Straftäter untergebracht sind, betragen etwa 4,73 Millionen Euro.

    Terror Trial Against IS Returnee Maria G.

    14.07.2025 The Salzburg public prosecutor's office has charged a Salzburg woman who returned from Syria with involvement in a terrorist organization.

    Squid Game 2.0: Live Challenges in the Westfield Shopping City Süd

    14.07.2025 After the success in February this year, the "Squid Game" games are taking place for the second time at the Westfield Shopping City Süd in Vösendorf.

    Squid Game 2.0: Live-Challenges in der Westfield Shopping City Süd

    14.07.2025 Nach dem Erfolg im Februar dieses Jahres finden die „Squid Game“-Spiele bereits zum zweiten Mal in der Westfield Shopping City Süd in Vösendorf statt.

    Cash Register Reform: ÖGK Chairman Huss Welcomes Mattle's Insight

    14.07.2025 On Monday, the chairman of the Austrian Health Insurance Fund, Andreas Huss, praised the "insight" of Tyrolean Governor Anton Mattle (ÖVP) regarding the health insurance reform.

    Doppeljackpot bei Lotto-Ziehung am Mittwoch

    14.07.2025 Bei der Lotto-Ziehung am kommenden Mittwoch warten bei einem Doppeljackpot rund 2,2 Millionen Euro im Topf.

    HoT Ice Cream Promotion Starts Again: Free Ice Cream at HOFER from 35 Degrees

    14.07.2025 In recent years, the mobile provider HoT has provided refreshment with its popular ice cream promotion on hot days. This year, it's happening again.

    HoT-Eisaktion startet erneut: Gratis Eis bei HOFER ab 35 Grad

    14.07.2025 In den letzten Jahren hat der Mobilfunkanbieter HoT mit seiner beliebten Eisaktion an heißen Tagen für Erfrischung gesorgt. Auch dieses Jahr ist es wieder soweit.

    Terror Trial Against IS Returnee Maria G.

    14.07.2025 The Salzburg public prosecutor's office has charged a Salzburg woman who returned from Syria with involvement in a terrorist organization.

    Severe Storms with Hail and Wind in the Wiener Neustadt Area: Fire Departments Challenged

    14.07.2025 Severe storms with hail and wind caused massive damage and triggered numerous fire brigade operations in the Wiener Neustadt area on Sunday.

    67-Year-Old Crushed by Mast in Workplace Accident in Lower Austria

    14.07.2025 A tragic work accident claimed the life of a 67-year-old man in Guntramsdorf on Sunday evening. The Lower Austrian was crushed by a toppling lifting mast.

    Vienna Taxi Guild Demands Stricter Controls Against Illegal Drivers

    14.07.2025 In Vienna, around 6,000 taxis are on the streets daily. In light of the increase in illegal drivers through ride-hailing platforms, the taxi guild is demanding stricter control and legal adjustments to ensure the safety and rights of passengers.

    Wiener Taxi-Innung fordert strengere Kontrollen gegen illegale Fahrer

    14.07.2025 In Wien sind täglich rund 6.000 Taxis auf den Straßen unterwegs. Angesichts der Zunahme illegaler Fahrer über Fahrtenvermittler-Plattformen fordert die Taxi-Innung eine strengere Kontrolle und gesetzliche Anpassungen, um die Sicherheit und Rechte der Fahrgäste zu gewährleisten.

    Shock for Viennese: Parking and Public Transport Are Now Getting Really Expensive

    14.07.2025 The people of Vienna will soon face several price increases. Both the costs for public transport and parking fees are rising, as announced by Finance City Councillor Barbara Novak. At the same time, the federal government will increase various fees starting in July.

    Schock für Wiener: Parken und Öffis werden jetzt richtig teuer

    14.07.2025 Die Wiener sind schon bald mit mehreren Preiserhöhungen konfrontiert. Sowohl die Kosten für Öffis als auch Parkgebühren steigen, wie Finanzstadträtin Barbara Novak ankündigte. Gleichzeitig erhöht der Bund ab Juli verschiedene Gebühren.

    Austrian Cover Band Monti Beton and Hans Krankl Set Sail in 2026

    14.07.2025 After their extraordinary and sold-out performance at the Vienna State Opera in early July, the Austrian cover band Monti Beton will soon set new goals together with "Goleador" Hans Krankl.

    Austro-Coverband Monti Beton und Hans Krankl stechen 2026 in See

    14.07.2025 Nach ihrem außergewöhnlichen und ausverkauften Auftritt in der Wiener Staatsoper Anfang Juli wird die österreichische Coverband Monti Beton bald gemeinsam mit "Goleador" Hans Krankl neue Ziele ansteuern.

    Cow Herd Trampled Hiker in Styria: Seriously Injured

    14.07.2025 In Upper Styria, a 44-year-old hiker was seriously injured on Sunday when she was trampled by a startled herd of cows after her dog got too close to the animals.

    After AK Lawsuit: Canal+ Customers Now Receive Refunds

    14.07.2025 The Chamber of Labor has examined the contract clauses of Canal+ (formerly known as HD Austria). After filing a lawsuit, the Chamber of Labor reached an agreement with the television and streaming service.

    Raced over the A1 at 200 km/h: Three-year-old was not buckled up

    14.07.2025 A 23-year-old was caught driving over 200 km/h on the Westautobahn in Lower Austria. His three-year-old daughter was in the car without a seatbelt.

    Mit 200 km/h über die A1 gerast: Dreijährige war nicht angeschnallt

    14.07.2025 Ein 23-Jähriger wurde mit über 200 km/h auf der Westautobahn in Niederösterreich erwischt. Seine dreijährige Tochter saß dabei ungesichert im Wagen.

    Biker Dies in Crash with Truck in Upper Austria

    14.07.2025 The collision with a truck was not survived by a motorcyclist on Sunday in Upper Austria.

    Jealousy Likely Motive for Fatal Shooting in Traiskirchen

    14.07.2025 In Traiskirchen, a prisoner on leave shot a man with a shotgun on Sunday, killing him and seriously injuring a woman. Jealousy is suspected as the motive for the bloodshed.

    Eifersucht wohl Motiv für tödliche Schüsse in Traiskirchen

    14.07.2025 In Traiskirchen hat ein Häftling auf Ausgang am Sonntag mit einem Schrotgewehr einen Mann erschossen und eine Frau schwer verletzt. Als Motiv für die Bluttat wird Eifersucht vermutet.