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  • Gender Health Gap in Austria: Women Express Concern

    16.05.2025 According to the Allianz Health Barometer 2025, Austrians are generally satisfied with the domestic healthcare system, but with some reservations.

    JJ secures the ESC final ticket for Austria: All winners in the 2nd Semi-Final 2025

    15.05.2025 Austria makes it to the Song Contest Final 2025: JJ was able to convince the audience with his dramatic performance in the 2nd semi-final in Basel and will compete for victory on Saturday - for which the chances are even relatively good.

    LIVE: The 2nd Song Contest Semifinal with JJ for Austria

    15.05.2025 In the 2nd semifinal, Austria's ESC hopeful JJ aims to secure a final ticket for the final round of the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 with "Wasted Love" this evening. 15 other countries are also competing to advance. We report live from the show and all performances at the Song Contest in Basel.

    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.

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

    18.06.2025 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.

    Budget: This is how much the Ministry of the Interior plans to save in 2025/2026

    15.05.2025 In 2025 and the coming year, the Ministry of the Interior will save a total of 200 million euros, of which 90 million euros will be saved this year.

    Criticism of the Union on Sunday Mail Delivery

    15.05.2025 The union vida criticizes the parcel delivery by the Austrian Post on Sundays in selected regions.

    Media Reports: Stöger Confirmed as Rapid Coach

    15.05.2025 According to media reports, Peter Stöger will become the new head coach of SK Rapid. As reported online by ORF and the Kronenzeitung on Thursday, the 59-year-old will take over the position in the coming season.

    Woman in Vienna in Court for Stalking: Trial Postponed

    15.05.2025 Four years ago, having gotten away with a diversion due to stalking, a 36-year-old woman stood trial again on Thursday in Vienna for "persistent persecution."

    17-Year-Old Fell onto Tracks at U3 Station Westbahnhof: Rescue at the Last Second

    15.05.2025 Thursday morning, a 17-year-old fell onto the tracks of the U3 subway line at Vienna's Westbahnhof but was able to save himself before the incoming subway.

    Raped Woman Turned Away: Criticism of University Hospital Linz

    15.05.2025 The rejection of a patient who claimed to have been raped and sought help from the Med Campus IV of the Linz Kepler University Hospital (KUK) has caused outrage.

    More Pay for McDonald's Employees in Austria

    15.05.2025 In the future, the approximately 9,600 employees at McDonald's in Austria will receive higher wages.

    Thieves of the Donation Box Caught in Purkersdorf

    15.05.2025 In Purkersdorf (district of St. Pölten), two suspected collection box thieves were caught in the act.

    Public Viewing for the Song Contest 2025: Where to Cheer Together in Vienna

    17.05.2025 If you prefer to celebrate the big Song Contest finale on Saturday in a larger group with like-minded people, you have the choice between several public viewing locations in Vienna. Here is an overview.

    WIFO Director: "A Large Savings Package in Historical Comparison"

    15.05.2025 After the budget presentation on Tuesday, WIFO Chief Gabriel Felbermayr commented. "It is a large austerity package in historical comparison," said the director of the Economic Research Institute.

    Volkshilfe Wien: New Location for Mental Health Opened

    15.05.2025 At a new location in Vienna-Leopoldstadt, Volkshilfe Vienna has opened two services for mental health.

    Survey: This Is How Many Cups of Coffee Austrians Drink Per Year

    15.05.2025 A recent survey commissioned by Tchibo shows: Daily coffee consumption in Austria is growing – the "Verlängerte" is particularly popular.

    That's why there will be no deposit rings on trash cans in Vienna

    15.05.2025 Despite the introduction of the single-use deposit at the beginning of the year, Vienna rejects the installation of so-called deposit rings on public waste bins for several reasons.

    Indictment Against ÖVP Club Chairman Wöginger for Abuse of Office

    15.05.2025 At the Regional Court of Linz, the Economic and Corruption Prosecutor's Office (WKStA) has filed charges against ÖVP parliamentary group leader August Wöginger for abuse of office.

    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.

    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.

    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.

    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.

    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.

    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.

    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.

    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.

    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.

    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.

    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.

    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.

    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.

    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.

    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.

    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.

    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.

    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.

    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.

    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.