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  • Shock for Reality TV Fans: Kim Virginia Hartung After Nightmare Hospitalization – Fans Worry About Her Recovery!

    3.06.2025 The star, known from various TV formats, reported herself from the clinic and shared the disturbing news. On her social media channels, she appeared visibly shaken and spoke about what had happened.

    Budget Hearing with Call for Structural Reforms

    3.06.2025 After the budget speech by Finance Minister Markus Marterbauer (SPÖ) three weeks ago, a budget hearing took place on Tuesday. Demands for structural reforms were not absent.

    Austria Ranks 4th Among the Safest Travel Countries Worldwide

    3.06.2025 According to a recent study by a Swiss insurance portal, Austria is among the safest travel countries worldwide.

    Conflict in Stairwell in Vienna-Favoriten Culminated in Knife Attack: Several Injured

    3.06.2025 In a dispute between several approximately 20-year-old men in the stairwell of a multi-party building in Vienna-Favoriten, several people were injured on Monday afternoon.

    Vienna-Landstraße: Stateless Man Threatens Woman and Their Children with Murder

    3.06.2025 Early Monday morning, a 36-year-old man, against whom a restraining order and a preliminary weapons ban had been issued hours earlier, came to the apartment of his wife and their children in Vienna-Landstraße and threatened to kill the entire family.

    Interview Scandal with Clint Eastwood and "Kurier"

    3.06.2025 Hollywood star Clint Eastwood has sharply rejected an interview that appeared in the daily newspaper "Kurier".

    Brutal Robbery in Garage in Vienna-Simmering: Perpetrator on the Run

    3.06.2025 On Monday evening, a serious robbery occurred in a garage in the Vienna district of Simmering, with the victim sustaining minor injuries.

    "Loud & Proud": New Diverse Metal Festival Announced in Vienna

    3.06.2025 An event is making its debut in Vienna this fall: "Loud & Proud" will take place on November 21 and 22 at Flucc and is considered the first "metal festival for all those who have not felt seen before," as the organizers announced on Tuesday. The focus is on bands whose members are diverse and not exclusively male: artists who demonstrate "how varied, independent, and powerful" this music style can be, "far from stereotypical images of masculinity."

    NEOS Resistance Against Messenger Surveillance

    3.06.2025 The planned messenger surveillance could fail due to the resistance of the NEOS. They expressed doubts about the constitutionality of the draft. Amnesty International and epicenter.works also rejected the plans. The Ministry of the Interior referred to positive expert opinions.

    More Murder and Robbery Convictions in Austria 2024

    3.06.2025 Statistics Austria reported on Tuesday that in 2024 there were 27,717 final convictions in Austria, an increase of 1.6 percent compared to 2023.

    Living in Vienna Already Unaffordable for Many

    3.06.2025 For many people in Austria, the housing situation is increasingly becoming a financial challenge. According to a recent study, two-thirds of the population feel uncertainty or concern regarding their housing costs. The situation is particularly escalating in Vienna.

    Excesses Feared: Lignano Trembles Before Pentecost Weekend

    3.06.2025 The Adriatic seaside resort of Lignano Sabbiadoro, popular among Austrians, is preparing for an influx of tourists over the upcoming Pentecost weekend.

    Household Energy Prices Continue to Fall

    3.06.2025 The costs that households have to spend on energy decreased again in April. The Energy Price Index (EPI) of the Energy Agency decreased by 1.6 percent compared to March. Compared to the previous year, prices increased by 0.7 percent, but the inflation rate remained below the general inflation rate. Electricity costs were particularly affected: the elimination of government support and increased network charges led to an increase of 36.4 percent.

    Eternal Chemical Also in Domestic Grain Products

    3.06.2025 In Austria, grains, water, and wine are contaminated with trifluoroacetate (TFA), explained environmental chemist Helmut Burtscher-Schaden from Global 2000. This substance originates from herbicides and refrigerants. Burtscher-Schaden urged Ministers Totschnig and Schumann to enforce a ban.

    Ideas for Reducing Bureaucracy in Schools Sought

    3.06.2025 Education Minister Christoph Wiederkehr has launched an online idea initiative to gather suggestions for the debureaucratization of school administration.

    Seiler und Speer with new album "Hödn" back: Thousands of fans expected at Vienna concert

    3.06.2025 Six years after their third number-one album, Seiler and Speer will release the album "Hödn" on June 13. In addition, more songs are ready for release. "You won't get rid of us!", said Christopher Seiler in an interview with APA. You just have to visit a branch of the supermarket chain they advertise: "I'm hanging by the cucumbers," joked the singer. Thousands of fans are expected at the concert in Vienna's Praterstadion on July 19.

    New Episodes and More: Heart Cinema Hit 'New Wind in the Old Land' Grows with Additional Supply!

    3.06.2025 Prepare yourselves, dear Herzkino fans, because we have fantastic news that will make your heart skip a beat! If you love the idyllic series "New Wind in the Old Land" with Felicitas Woll and Steve Windolf, you can really rejoice now. There are not only new episodes, but even more than we thought!

    Inflation in May Slightly Decreased

    3.06.2025 The inflation rate in Austria fell to 3.0 percent in May 2025, with services and food being the main price drivers.

    Anna Strigl and Herby Stanonik Fulfill Their Secret Promise: Dance Show Romance Enters the Next Round!

    3.06.2025 Their time together on the show was simply unforgettable. You could feel there was more than just a professional partnership for the competition. Fans were on the edge of their seats, wondering: What happens when the cameras are off? Will this special connection remain?

    Incredible Highlight at the French Open: This Shot by Norrie Leaves Djokovic Astonished!

    3.06.2025 This match against the Brit Cameron Norrie naturally attracted a lot of attention beforehand. Djokovic, one of the greatest of all time, faces a challenging opponent. Such matches at a Grand Slam are always ripe for drama and keep fans around the world on the edge of their seats, eager to watch live.

    Earthquake Tragedy on Rhodes: 14-Year-Old Girl Dies – Island Residents and Tourists in Panic!

    3.06.2025 In the stillness of the night, a strong earthquake shakes the idyllic Aegean island of Rhodes, taking the life of a 14-year-old girl and plunging residents and tourists into a whirlpool of fear and grief.

    Thomas Müller's "last mission" at FC Bayern: Where will the future lead him? Excitement about possible adventures in the USA!

    3.06.2025 What makes Müller so special? There is truly only one Thomas Müller. Fans, teammates, and anyone who has ever seen him on or off the field know this. His manner is unique, his connection to FC Bayern is deep and genuine. He identifies with the club like no other, practically having the Bayern DNA within him. In interviews, he speaks openly, authentically, and always with that certain Müller humor. He is the prototype of a player who not only delivers athletically but also embodies the soul of the club.

    Will the ECB Loosen the Purse Strings? What the Possible Interest Rate Cut Means for Your Wallet!

    3.06.2025 Imagine the ECB as the captain of a large ship, controlling the speed. With interest rates, it determines how expensive or cheap it is to borrow or invest money. The main goal: Keep prices stable and ensure the economy runs smoothly.

    Gewessler only candidate for Green leadership

    3.06.2025 Former Environment Minister Leonore Gewessler will have no opposing candidates in the election for the new Green Party leader at the federal congress at the end of June.

    A Popular Chocolate Manufacturer is Insolvent: Bitter End for the Workforce and 7 Million Euros in Debt

    3.06.2025 Salzburg Schokolade is once again facing insolvency with over 7 million euros in debt, which means the end for the workforce and another sad chapter for the traditional company.

    Peter Stöger: The Emotional Return to Rapid Vienna and the Beginning of a New Era in Hütteldorf

    3.06.2025 Peter Stöger returns to Rapid Vienna with an "incredible allure" and faces the challenge of leading the traditional club to new successes with fresh energy and experience from the international football world.

    Car Plunged 20 Meters: Senior Dies in Accident in Lower Austria

    3.06.2025 A female driver plunged 20 meters with her car on Monday in Lower Austria and succumbed to her severe injuries at the accident site.

    Sutterlüty Discontinues Customer Card: What You Need to Know as a Loyal Shopper!

    3.06.2025 For two decades, the Sutterlüty customer card was a constant companion for many shoppers in Vorarlberg and beyond. It promised benefits, discounts, and exclusive offers.

    Drugs, Violence, Terror: Police Crackdown at Vienna's Westbahnhof

    3.06.2025 The Vienna police conducted a targeted focus operation at the Westbahnhof on Monday evening. Interior Minister Karner paid a visit to the officers.

    Karl-Heinz Grasser begins 8-year prison sentence: From Minister to Inmate in the BUWOG Scandal

    3.06.2025 The commencement of the sentence apparently occurred rather inconspicuously. Media reported that Grasser began his sentence on Tuesday, June 11, 2024. Photos published by the media showed the former minister upon arrival in Innsbruck. The correctional facility in the capital of Tyrol is now his new address for the coming years.

    Severe Weather Warning for Vienna: Thunderstorms, Hail, and Storm Approaching!

    3.06.2025 A look at the current weather maps and reports clearly shows: The east of Austria, including Vienna, is in the spotlight today for possible weather caprices. While some regions have already experienced problems due to hail and flooding, and severe thunderstorms are expected elsewhere, Vienna is also preparing for an uncomfortable phase. The weather in Vienna today could thoroughly disrupt your afternoon plans.

    Viennese "Growth Coalition" Presents Its Government Program

    3.06.2025 The Viennese "Recovery Coalition" of SPÖ and NEOS is presenting the new government program today, which, despite necessary austerity measures, provides for extensive investments in digitalization, climate protection, and social sectors.

    Rape Allegation from Austria Against US Rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs

    3.06.2025 In New York, the trial against rapper Sean Combs, also known as Puff Daddy or Diddy, has been ongoing since mid-May, with serious sexual crimes among the charges against him.

    Rape Allegation from Austria Against US Rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs

    3.06.2025 In New York, the trial against rapper Sean Combs, also known as Puff Daddy or Diddy, has been ongoing since mid-May, with serious sexual crimes among the charges against him.

    Viennese "Growth Coalition" Presents Its Government Program

    3.06.2025 The Viennese "Recovery Coalition" of SPÖ and NEOS is presenting the new government program today, which, despite necessary austerity measures, provides for extensive investments in digitalization, climate protection, and social sectors.

    Schwarzenegger Surprises Public Transport Users in Vienna with Climate Announcement

    3.06.2025 Arnold Schwarzenegger addresses the passengers of the Vienna public transport today on the day of the "Austrian World Summit" with a very special message.

    Ninth "Austrian World Summit" in Vienna with Prominent Guests

    3.06.2025 Today, the ninth edition of the "Austrian World Summit" is taking place at the Vienna Hofburg, where this year, first responders on the climate front are the focus, and high-ranking personalities such as UN Secretary-General António Guterres and EU Climate Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra are expected.

    Red Traffic Lights in Front of Highway Tunnels Are Often Ignored

    3.06.2025 Red lights in front of highway tunnels sometimes do not receive any attention.

    This is the first Austrian spelling alphabet

    3.06.2025 The new edition of the "Austrian Dictionary" introduces an Austrian spelling alphabet this month.

    May 2025 Cooler and Gloomier Than Usual

    3.06.2025 Compared to the recent past, May 2025 has been relatively cool. Last month, there were predominantly weather patterns with cool air from the north to northwest.

    "Austrian World Summit": Arnold Schwarzenegger with Chancellor Stocker

    3.06.2025 Before the climate conference "Austrian World Summit," Chancellor Stocker received the host Arnold Schwarzenegger on Monday evening in the historic Leopold-Figl-Saal at the Vienna Federal Chancellery.

    Government Wants to Further Relieve Tenants

    2.06.2025 According to Vice Chancellor Babler, approximately 2.7 million people in Austria benefit from the rent cap established in the government program by ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS. The tenants should continue to be relieved, said the SPÖ leader.

    Deadly Train Accident in Upper Austria

    2.06.2025 On Monday, a child was killed in a train accident in Upper Austria.

    Cause Pilnacek: Trial Between Top Police Officer and Zack Media Postponed

    2.06.2025 The trial of Federal Police Director Michael Takacs and other police officers against Zack Media GmbH was adjourned after the first round of hearings. The plaintiffs feel defamed by the book by Peter Pilz about the death of the former head of the justice department, Christian Pilnacek, and are demanding its confiscation.

    Actor Tobias Licht reveals traumatic accident: Son severely injured by lawnmower, recovery as greatest blessing

    2.06.2025 Actor Tobias Licht reports on a traumatic accident at his horse farm, where his two-year-old son Carl was severely injured by a lawnmower, and whose recovery means the greatest happiness for the family.

    "Spectacular Etna Show: Crater Collapse Unleashes Gigantic Ash Cloud Over Sicily!"

    2.06.2025 A dramatic crater collapse at Etna unleashed a gigantic ash cloud, soaring kilometers high over Sicily and causing both the region and travelers to be in turmoil.

    Application Process for Eurovision Song Contest 2026 Started

    3.06.2025 On Monday, ORF announced the start of the application process for the 70th Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Austria.

    Hans Sigl surprises the ZDF Fernsehgarten: Exclusive "Bergdoktor" set visit to win!

    2.06.2025 Imagine you're sitting comfortably in front of the TV, watching the "ZDF-Fernsehgarten," and suddenly the unbelievable happens: Hans Sigl, everyone's favorite mountain doctor, brings a sensation with him! But that's not all – he has an absolutely unique gift for the biggest fans that will leave you speechless. Ready for goosebumps?

    Signa Prime Creditors Demand 11.7 Billion Euros

    2.06.2025 After the collapse of the real estate company Signa, which is associated with the investor Rene Benko who is currently in custody, the insolvency administrators are making intensive efforts to sell the remaining assets.

    ZDF Drama: "Dr. Nice" Cancelled – Fans in Rage Mode!

    2.06.2025 The Big Shock for "Dr. Nice" Fans

    Signa Bankruptcy: Creditors Demand 11.7 Billion Euros from Signa Prime

    2.06.2025 Still for sale are several high-profile properties, including addresses in downtown Vienna and the Kaufhaus Tyrol in Innsbruck.

    Construction Work Due to Water Pipe Installation on Alserbachstraße in Vienna-Alsergrund

    2.06.2025 Since February 2025, the water pipes on Alserbachstraße have been gradually renewed to ensure the long-term water supply in Vienna. A new construction phase will start in June 2025, which will impact traffic.

    Signa Bankruptcy - Creditors Demand 11.7 Billion Euros from Signa Prime

    2.06.2025 Several high-profile properties are still for sale, including addresses in downtown Vienna and the Tyrol department store in Innsbruck.

    Trial Against Mother After Killing of Four-Year-Old Son in Vienna

    2.06.2025 At the Regional Court of Vienna, the case of a woman who allegedly killed her four-year-old son in Vienna-Favoriten on November 17, 2024, was heard on Monday. According to the Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office, she cut his throat with a kitchen knife. She presumably acted under the significant influence of a severe mental disorder, which is why she was not charged with murder. The trial was adjourned.

    Toxic Lavender: How Your Garden Paradise Becomes a Danger for Bees and Humans!

    2.06.2025 Lavender plants, considered bee magnets, could be dangerous for both insects and humans due to high pesticide contamination; current research shows the presence of numerous chemical residues that pose significant risks.

    Rape Allegation from Austria Against US Rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs

    3.06.2025 In New York, the trial against rapper Sean Combs, also known as Puff Daddy or Diddy, has been ongoing since mid-May, with serious sexual crimes among the charges against him.

    Niger: France Allegedly Behind Kidnapping of Austrian Woman

    2.06.2025 The head of the military government in Niger, Abdourahamane Tiani, has accused the former colonial power France of staging kidnappings of foreigners in the Sahel region through local accomplices.

    Abused Baby in Lower Austria: 18 Months Probation for Mother

    2.06.2025 On Monday, a trial in Korneuburg concerning an abused baby ended with a guilty verdict against the mother.