Medical Association's Demand for ÖGK Reform and Better Patient Management
19.05.2025 The Austrian Medical Association called for measures to secure the healthcare system during the budget negotiations on Monday. In particular, reforms at the Austrian Health Insurance Fund are necessary.
Parachutist Got Stuck in Tree
20.05.2025 On Monday morning, a parachutist got caught in a tree and was injured at the Punitz airfield in the southern Burgenland municipality of Tobaj (Güssing district).
Forbidden Party Donations: ÖVP, NEOS, and Greens Receive Hefty Fines
19.05.2025 The Independent Party Transparency Senate (UPTS) has imposed hefty fines on ÖVP, NEOS, and the Greens primarily due to prohibited party donations.
"Nock Alert 2025": Red Cross Employees Train for Emergencies
20.05.2025 About 500 Red Cross employees from Austria will participate in an exercise in Bad Kleinkirchheim next week.
Supervisor Injured: Arrest in Front of Homeless Facility in Vienna-Meidling
19.05.2025 Police officers from the Hohenbergstraße police station arrested a 52-year-old Hungarian national in front of a homeless shelter in Vienna-Meidling on Saturday.
EU Forecast Sees GDP Decline This Year Only in Austria
19.05.2025 The EU Commission forecasts a further decline in Austria's GDP for 2025, marking the third consecutive year of decline. Austria is the only EU country with such a forecast.
Traffic Light Couples & Co.: What Remained from the Eurovision Song Contest 2015 in Vienna
19.05.2025 ESC winner JJ had not even reached home soil after his success in Basel when, on Sunday, the first cities were already putting themselves forward as potential hosts for the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Austria - including Vienna.
Possessory Actions: ÖAMTC Demands Effective Legal Measures
19.05.2025 On Monday, the ÖAMTC called on Justice Minister Anna Sporrer (SPÖ) to "finally take effective legal measures against the systematic and excessive cash grabbing" through possession disturbance lawsuits.
Swiss Draw Euphoric Conclusion After Eurovision Song Contest 2025
19.05.2025 More than 500,000 people attended the events surrounding the Eurovision Song Contest in Basel last week. The SRG, the city administration, and the police gave a positive summary of the ESC week on Monday.
Now LIVE: Grand Reception at the Chancellor's for Eurovision Song Contest Winner JJ
19.05.2025 After his victory at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 on Saturday in Basel and his triumphant return home on Sunday, JJ was received at the Federal Chancellery on Monday.
Police Operation After Dispute at Church Service in Vienna-Landstraße
19.05.2025 On Sunday morning, a dispute among participants of a church service in Vienna-Landstraße escalated when a 43-year-old Austrian claimed to have recognized his acquaintance in a police wanted photo.
Car Driver Crashed into E-Scooter Rider in Vienna-Leopoldstadt
19.05.2025 On Sunday afternoon, there was a traffic accident in Vienna-Leopoldstadt, on Große Mohrengasse, when a car driver exited a garage driveway and drove onto the road against the prescribed direction of travel.
EU Forecast Sees GDP Decline This Year Only in Austria
19.05.2025 The EU Commission forecasts a further decline in Austria's GDP for 2025, marking the third consecutive year of decline. Austria is the only EU country with such a forecast.
Attempted Robbery of Teenager in Vienna-Simmering
19.05.2025 On Sunday evening, three masked men at the Friedrich-Engels-Hof at Herderplatz in Simmering demanded a 15-year-old to hand over his phone and cap.
Displaying of Drug-Related Crimes Increased
20.05.2025 The reports of crimes related to narcotics, including date rape drugs, have increased in 2024.
LGBTIQ Community Wants More Say in Action Plan Against Hate Crimes
19.05.2025 The LGBTIQ community demands more inclusion in the government's National Action Plan against hate crimes.
EU Commission: Austria on Track in Reducing Deficit
19.05.2025 The EU Commission sees Austria's government as on the right track regarding budget consolidation.
Endangered Goat Species: Zoo Schmiding Celebrates Mishmi Takin Baby
19.05.2025 At the Schmiding Zoo in Krenglbach near Wels, a female Mishmi Takin was born about ten days ago. According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), this species is classified as endangered.
EU Forecast Sees GDP Decline This Year Only in Austria
19.05.2025 The EU Commission forecasts a further decline in Austria's GDP in 2025 for the third consecutive year. Austria is the only EU country with such a forecast.
EU Forecast Sees GDP Decline This Year Only in Austria
19.05.2025 The EU Commission forecasts a further decline in Austria's GDP in 2025 for the third consecutive year. Austria is the only EU country with such a forecast.
Now LIVE: Grand Reception at the Chancellor's for Eurovision Song Contest Winner JJ
19.05.2025 After his victory at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 on Saturday in Basel and his triumphant return home on Sunday, JJ was received at the Federal Chancellery on Monday.
Inflation in April Rises to 3.1 Percent
19.05.2025 Inflation in Austria has accelerated - according to current data from Statistics Austria, the inflation rate (CPI) for April 2025 is 3.1 percent. In March, the inflation rate was 3 percent after a revision.
Now LIVE: Grand Reception at the Chancellor's for Eurovision Song Contest Winner JJ
19.05.2025 After his victory at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 on Saturday in Basel and his triumphant return home on Sunday, JJ was received at the Federal Chancellery on Monday.
NÖ Faces Million-Dollar Damage in Case of Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak
19.05.2025 An outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease could lead to economic damage of up to 88 million euros in Lower Austria, as a study by the University for Continuing Education Krems shows. About 117,000 animals would be affected by culling.
Vienna Police Search for Youths After Robbery on Commuter Train
7.06.2025 After a serious robbery in a rapid transit train, the Vienna police are searching for the suspects.
EXPO 2025: Van der Bellen and Hattmannsdorfer Travel to Japan
19.05.2025 Under the leadership of Federal President Van der Bellen, Economic Minister Hattmannsdorfer, and WKÖ Vice President Gady, a delegation of about 150 members of the Austrian economy will travel to Japan on Tuesday.
Now LIVE: Grand Reception at the Chancellor's for Eurovision Song Contest Winner JJ
19.05.2025 After his victory at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 on Saturday in Basel and his triumphant return home on Sunday, JJ will be received at the Federal Chancellery on Monday. Vienna.at will report live from 9:55 AM.
Lotto Jackpot: 1.6 Million Euros in the Pot on Wednesday
19.05.2025 On Wednesday, the lottery drawing is about a jackpot. However, there were solo wins on Sunday in LottoPlus and the Joker.
Inflation in April Rises to 3.1 Percent
19.05.2025 Inflation in Austria has accelerated - according to current data from Statistics Austria, the inflation rate (CPI) for April 2025 is 3.1 percent. In March, the inflation rate was 3 percent after a revision.
Stocker Invitation for Pope Leo XIV.
19.05.2025 Chancellor Stocker has invited Pope Leo XIV to visit Austria. The Chancellor, who traveled to Rome with a delegation for the mass marking the beginning of the new Pope's pontificate, had the opportunity to meet the Pontiff immediately after the solemn ceremony.
Kira Grünberg: From Training Accident to Inspiration – How She Celebrates Her "Life Day" and Changes the World
19.05.2025 There are moments in life that change everything. For the former Austrian pole vaulter Kira Grünberg, it was July 30, 2015. A day that changed her life forever when she suffered a severe spinal cord injury in a training accident and was left paraplegic. But instead of remembering this day with sadness, she has turned it into something special – her personal "Life Day".
High Tension Before Bundesliga Finale: Wiener Austria Chases Sturm Graz
19.05.2025 Next Saturday, Vienna and Graz will be the focus of local football fans. On the penultimate Bundesliga matchday, Wiener Austria returned to the title race with a 2:1 victory in Wolfsberg and now challenges league leaders Sturm and WAC.
Schellhorn for Company Car Reform
19.05.2025 State Secretary Sepp Schellhorn advocates for a reform of the government car system.
Shocking Paprika Powder Test: Greenpeace Found "Pesticide Cocktails"
19.05.2025 In a market check by Greenpeace, 37 pesticides were detected in 13 paprika powders, including anthraquinone, thiamethoxam, and indoxacarb. Some of these substances have not been approved in the EU for years. In two cases, limits were exceeded. The NGO is therefore calling for stricter protection standards.
Speeder caught at 243 km/h on Vienna city highway: Car confiscated
20.05.2025 The Vienna police caught two speeders on Saturday and temporarily confiscated their vehicles because the drivers were traveling much too fast.
Two-thirds of Austrians Expect Negative Consequences from Climate Crisis
19.05.2025 Three quarters of Austrians consider measures against environmental pollution and climate change important, according to a survey by the Foresight Institute. About two-thirds fear negative climate impacts on their lives, according to a study ahead of the Austrian World Summit.
Author Daniel Glattauer Turns 65 Years Old
19.05.2025 Daniel Glattauer is one of Austria's most successful authors, with millions of copies sold, worldwide translations, and film adaptations of his works. On May 19, he will turn 65 years old.
Science Fiction in the Park 2025: Vienna Open Air Cinema Attracts with These Films
19.05.2025 The "SciFi in the Park" is a science fiction film festival in the Margaretner Bruno-Kreisky-Park in Vienna. Since 2007, it has delighted local residents, park visitors, and SciFi trash film fans with free admission. This year's theme is FATAL ERROR (?) - AI in Fantastic Film.
Lower IQ Increases Disease Risk
20.05.2025 A large-scale study with data from 2.9 million people shows a connection between intelligence and later health.Bicycle Locks in Test: Five Locks Cannot Be Cracked Even by Bolt Cutters
18.05.2025 The nightmare of every cyclist: The bicycle is gone, and only the cut lock remains at the spot where the bike was previously parked. To make the decision for a secure lock easier, the AK Upper Austria tested 23 bicycle locks.
Austria Wins the Song Contest 2025
18.05.2025 Austria has won the Song Contest 2025. JJ secured the most points in Basel with his number "Wasted Love". Thus, the music spectacle will take place in our country next year.
Austria Wins the Song Contest 2025
18.05.2025 Austria has won the Song Contest 2025. JJ secured the most points in Basel with his number "Wasted Love". Thus, the music spectacle will take place in our country next year.
Austria Wins the Song Contest 2025
18.05.2025 Austria has won the Song Contest 2025. JJ secured the most points in Basel with his number "Wasted Love". Thus, the music spectacle will take place in our country next year.
How the Austrian Jury Voted at ESC 2025
18.05.2025 The voting results of the Austrian jury at the 69th Eurovision Song Contest have been announced.
LIVE - Song Contest Finale 2025: All Songs and the Winner
18.05.2025 At the Song Contest final this evening in Basel, it remains exciting for Austria until the end, as our ESC hopeful JJ has serious chances of winning. In the live ticker, we will keep you updated with all the songs, images, the scoring, and the winner.
After ATM Explosion in Gmunden: Getaway Car Burned Out
17.05.2025 After the explosion of an ATM in Gmunden on the night of Friday, the getaway car has been found.
Israel Commentary: EBU Threatens Spain with Penalty
17.05.2025 The controversy surrounding Israel's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest under the impression of the Israeli military offensive in the Gaza Strip is intensifying again just a few hours before today's ESC final in Basel.
After Killing of Farmer in 2019 in Lower Austria: New Findings
17.05.2025 In the case of the unsolved violent crime against a farmer in Vösendorf (Mödling district) on October 2, 2019, there are now new findings.
ESC 2025: British Royal Family Sends Musical Greeting
17.05.2025 The British royal family wished the ESC candidates Remember Monday much success - with a serenade.
Car Burned Out After Overturning on A21
17.05.2025 On Saturday, a car overturned on the A21 in Altlengbach (St. Pölten-Land district) in Lower Austria.
Austria or Sweden? Dramatic Race for ESC Crown
17.05.2025 A few hours before the final of the 69th Eurovision Song Contest, bookmakers paint a nuanced picture: While Austria's entry is considered a favorite by the professional juries, Sweden is clearly in the lead with the public.
Savings Package: The Education Bonus Will Also Be Cut
17.05.2025 Among the less noticed measures of the savings package is also the abolition of the education bonus.
36-Year-Old Inmate Found Dead in Cell in Salzburg
17.05.2025 According to media reports, a 36-year-old inmate was found dead in his solitary cell by prison officers at the Salzburg correctional facility on Friday.
Drunk Person Caused a Disturbance in Supermarket in Vienna-Floridsdorf
17.05.2025 A 64-year-old man caused a police operation on Friday afternoon in a supermarket branch in Vienna-Floridsdorf.
Police Operation in Vienna-Brigittenau: 19-Year-Old Arrested After Resistance
17.05.2025 In the night from Friday to Saturday, there was a police operation in Vienna-Brigittenau. A 19-year-old resisted arrest.
Girl in Upper Austria Caught in Circular Saw During Woodwork
17.05.2025 On Friday, an eleven-year-old was seriously injured during firewood work in the Rohrbach district of Upper Austria.
Prisoner Allegedly Issued Murder Orders via Mobile Phone
17.05.2025 Investigations are underway against an inmate of the Krems-Stein correctional facility (JA), who has seven prior convictions and is likely associated with serious criminal activities, which could come straight from the script of a mafia film.