Stay Curious: The Recipe for Success for a Sharp Mind in Old Age
15.07.2025 The 78-year-old author Anthony Fredericks remains mentally alert and productive – thanks to a simple trick: lasting curiosity. This keeps his brain in top form.
Psychologist: These 5 Daily Rituals Strengthen Every Relationship
15.07.2025 Between job, household, and stress, there is often little time for closeness. A psychologist explains five simple rituals that couples can use on weekdays to strengthen their relationship without much effort.
Fatal Traffic Accident in Lower Austria
15.07.2025 On Monday, a 63-year-old man died in a traffic accident in the Lilienfeld district.
Vienna Airport with More Passengers in the First Half-Year
15.07.2025 At Vienna Airport, passenger traffic increased by 2.4 percent to 14.736 million passengers from January to June compared to the previous year.
Gina Schumacher wins gold at the Reining World Championship: A moving cell phone photo of dad Michael gives goosebumps!
15.07.2025 Gina Schumacher won gold at the Reining World Championship, while a private photo of Michael Schumacher on Corinna Schumacher's phone offered the audience an emotional insight into their strong family connection.
Dangerous Waste: Have You Properly Disposed of Your Empty Deodorant Can Yet?
15.07.2025 If your deodorant spray is used up, the can reflexively ends up in the trash. But beware! If you do it wrong, serious dangers threaten. From explosions to fires – the risks are real and affect not only your home but also landfills. It's high time we shed light on the matter and show you how to master this everyday task safely and environmentally friendly.
These Are the Most Common Causes of Insolvency in Austria
15.07.2025 The creditor protection association KSV1870 delves into the causes of insolvencies in Austria in an analysis.
SOS Mitmensch Uncovers Record Density of Far-Right Connections of the FPÖ
15.07.2025 A new report by SOS Mitmensch reveals that the number of far-right connections of the FPÖ reached a record level in the first half of 2025.
Danube Island Festival 2026: What Vienna Can Expect at Europe's Largest Music Festival
16.07.2025 From July 3 to 5, 2026, the Danube Island will once again transform into a gigantic festival mile – and all with free admission. The Danube Island Festival remains a staple for music fans, families, and summer enthusiasts.
Breastfeeding in Public: This is What Austrians Say
15.07.2025 A survey of 1,000 people in Austria by TQS-Research & Consulting on behalf of baby product manufacturer MAM found that 19 percent of Austrians consider breastfeeding in public to be inappropriate or unhygienic.
Justin Timberlake with Colorful Best of in Vienna
15.07.2025 Justin Timberlake delivered an entertaining best-of concert with his band, the "Tennessee Kids," on Monday evening at the Ernst-Happel-Stadion. Well-known hits like "Cry Me a River" and "SexyBack" brought back memories of the 2000s.
"Most Brazen Advertising Lie": Milka Chocolate Receives Golden Windbag
15.07.2025 In an online survey by the consumer organization Foodwatch, Milka's "Alpenmilch" chocolate was voted the "most brazen advertising lie of the year."
Increasing Vaccine Skepticism and Decreasing Development Aid Become a Danger for Children
15.07.2025 According to the World Health Organization (WHO), vaccine skepticism and declining development aid, for example for vaccination campaigns, pose a significant threat to the health of the global population.
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.
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.
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).
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.
"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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.Double Jackpot in Lotto Drawing on Wednesday
14.07.2025 In the lottery draw next Wednesday, a double jackpot of around 2.2 million euros is up for grabs.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Viennese flock to outdoor pools: Here is where we prefer to cool off
14.07.2025 The Vienna outdoor pool season is already recording high visitor numbers this year. One pool in particular stands out as the undisputed number one in the capital.
Wöginger criticizes FPÖ's Pilnacek Committee: "Somewhat tactless"
14.07.2025 ÖVP Parliamentary Group Leader August Wöginger criticizes the planned Pilnacek investigation committee by the FPÖ and expresses concerns about constitutional questions.
Speeder Caught at 203 km/h on A22 in Lower Austria
14.07.2025 At 203 kilometers per hour, a car was caught in a speed trap early Sunday morning on the Danube Bank Motorway (A22) in Langenzersdorf heading towards Vienna.
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.
Austria Ranks 13th Among the Most Visited Countries in the World
14.07.2025 After five years, global tourism has once again reached the level of the year before the COVID-19 pandemic. Approximately 1.47 billion international arrivals were recorded last year. This is according to data from the World Tourism Organization UN Tourism, which regularly publishes statistics on global travel behavior.