Burglary in Vienna Store: Teenagers Fled with Cash Register
2.05.2025 Two boys aged 13 and 14 broke into a shop in Vienna on the night of Thursday.
New on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video & Co.: The Releases from May 5 to 18
2.05.2025 From May 5 to 18, there are many new film and series premieres on the streaming platforms Netflix, Sky, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, Canal+, Paramount+, and RTL+. Here is an overview of all the premieres.
Detectives Must Continue to Wait After Body Found in Vienna City
2.05.2025 After the discovery of a body in a basement in downtown Vienna, there is still smoke present.
Series of Bomb Threats in Austria: Proceedings Taken Over by Switzerland
2.05.2025 After a series of bomb threats against facilities in Austria last year, the St. Gallen prosecutor's office has now taken over the case against a Swiss national, the Linz prosecutor's office confirmed a report in "Der Kronen Zeitung" on Friday.
2024 Again a Flood of Speeding Violations
2.05.2025 The federal police once again surpassed the 6-million mark in penalized speeding violations last year.
New Threat of Imprisonment for Climate Activist Anja Windl: This Time in Germany
2.05.2025 The German climate activist Anja Windl, who was issued a two-year residence ban in Austria by the Federal Office for Immigration and Asylum (BFA) at the beginning of April, is now apparently also facing a prison sentence in Germany.
After Judgments in the Buwog Case: Grasser Received Request for Imprisonment Commencement
2.05.2025 Former Finance Minister Grasser, former FPÖ General Secretary Meischberger, and former lobbyist Hochegger must begin their prison sentences in the Buwog case within a month. Their lawyers have received the corresponding notifications from the judiciary, confirmed a spokesperson for the Vienna Regional Court.
Biker from Vienna had an accident in Lower Austria
2.05.2025 In Lower Austria, there were motorcycle accidents on the national holiday. In the Reichenau a. d. Rax area, a biker from Vienna was involved.
Laws Against Radical Islam in Lower Austria Confronted with Criticism
2.05.2025 The legislative package against radical Islam passed in Lower Austria is facing opposition from the IGGÖ. "It is incomprehensible that the IGGÖ opposes our legislative package," says the ÖVP.
392,600 People Unemployed in April
2.05.2025 The unemployment rate remains significantly higher in April compared to the same period last year. There is a massive increase in those seeking apprenticeships.
Pre-Opening Event before Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025
2.05.2025 A day before the Vienna Danube Island Festival, a "pre-opening event" takes place. It is described as a "captivating musical performance."
Cardinals Arrive in Rome for Conclave
2.05.2025 In Rome, the last cardinals are arriving to participate in the conclave for the election of the successor to Pope Francis, which begins next Wednesday, May 7th.
Electricity Became More Than a Third More Expensive
2.05.2025 Household energy became slightly cheaper in March. However, electricity became 0.2 percent more expensive compared to February - even 36.3 percent more expensive compared to the same month last year.
ÖVP Starts Austria Tour in Tyrol
2.05.2025 At the Gauder Fest in Tyrol, an Austria tour by the ÖVP begins on Friday. "Politics thrives on dialogue," said Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker.
Inflation in Austria Rises to 3.1 Percent in April
2.05.2025 According to a quick estimate, the inflation rate (CPI) for April is 3.1 percent. In March, the price increase was 2.9 percent. The main reason for the increase is significantly more expensive package holidays compared to the previous year.
40 Years of Rock Me Amadeus: 4k Music Video for the Anniversary of Falco Hit
2.05.2025 40 years ago, Falco's "Rock Me Amadeus" was released in the German-speaking region, with the worldwide release following in January 1986. To this day, it remains the only German-language song to top both the US Billboard Hot 100 and the UK charts. To mark the anniversary, Sony Music is releasing a 4K version of the well-known video.
Lower Austria: Earthquake in the Scheibbs Area
2.05.2025 On Friday, an earthquake with a magnitude of 3.1 was recorded in the Scheibbs area.
Government Sends Pension Changes for Review: This Is What Will Change
2.05.2025 From the coming year, some changes are planned in the pension system.
Freedom of the Press: Austria Improves in Press Freedom Index
2.05.2025 Austria has slightly improved in the Press Freedom Index by Reporters Without Borders (RSF) after hitting a low point last year. The global situation is described as "difficult" for the first time.
SPÖ explores with Greens and ÖVP after Vienna election
2.05.2025 After the Vienna SPÖ began its exploratory talks with its current coalition partner, the NEOS, on Wednesday, the Greens and the ÖVP will follow on Friday.
Firefighters Injured by Deflagration in Sauna Fire in Vienna-Donaustadt
2.05.2025 A fire in the sauna of the ASKÖ sports center on Bernoullistraße in Vienna-Donaustadt occupied the professional fire brigade on Thursday morning.
Three People Attacked by Pitbull in Vienna-Liesing
2.05.2025 In Vienna-Liesing, the police were alerted due to an aggressive pit bull. The dog initially attacked the owner's sons and later the 52-year-old woman herself. Since she did not have a dog handler's license, the dog was taken from her. On the way to an animal shelter, the dog died. The woman was reported multiple times.
Reward the Diligent Instead of Rip-offs and Co.
2.05.2025 Guest Commentary by Johannes Huber. In Vienna, it's finally time to put an end to the madness of paying government members over 11,000 euros per month for doing nothing.
Sad Record 2024: Twelve Traffic Deaths in Drug-Related Accidents
2.05.2025 Last year, twelve people lost their lives in drug-related traffic accidents, the highest number since records began in 2012.
Blackout: Mobile Phone Off Causes Psychological Stress
2.05.2025 A large-scale power outage paralyzed public life in Spain, Portugal, and parts of France at the beginning of the week. Millions of people were affected – trains came to a halt, airports came to a standstill, and internet and mobile networks went down. Particularly dramatic: in many cases, charging mobile phones was no longer possible.
Austria at the Top in EU Comparison for Train Travel
2.05.2025 In Austria, train travel has become increasingly popular. According to a report by IRG-Rail, Austria led in 2023 with 1,597 train kilometers per inhabitant in the EU comparison, ahead of France (1,542 km) and Sweden (1,261 km). This surpassed the record of 2019.
No Breakthrough in Collective Agreement Negotiations for the Electrical Industry
30.04.2025 The third round of collective bargaining negotiations in the electrical and electronics industry has not resulted in an agreement. Negotiations will continue on May 9th, although the collective agreement was supposed to be effective from May 1st.
Rapid Vienna plays a friendly match against Union Berlin
30.04.2025 The German football Bundesliga club Union Berlin is coming to Vienna in the summer. The friendly match against Rapid will take place on July 20.
Life Sentence for Styrian Bomb Maker
30.04.2025 In Graz, a 56-year-old man was sentenced to life imprisonment on Wednesday for the crime of terrorist offenses as well as attempted murder of his ex-wife, daughter, and son, although the verdict is not yet legally binding.
Injured Baby Brought to Hospital in Lower Austria: Mother Now Sought via EU Arrest Warrant
30.04.2025 In the case of the baby who was brought to the Wiener Neustadt hospital injured in February, there is a European arrest warrant against the mother. The woman fled abroad with the boy and his sister before the authorities could take the child, and there is suspicion of child abduction, according to the "Kurier" (online) on Wednesday.
SPÖ Started with Exploratory Talks After Vienna Election
30.04.2025 In the Vienna City Hall, three days after the Vienna election, the first exploratory talks took place - specifically between SPÖ and NEOS.
Wolfgang Anzengruber becomes Ukraine Special Coordinator
30.04.2025 On Wednesday, Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger (NEOS) presented the Austrian special coordinator for the reconstruction of Ukraine.
License and Points Deduction for Austria Klagenfurt
30.04.2025 Austria Klagenfurt can rejoice over the license in the second instance - but must prepare for a points deficit in the next season.
Stumbling Block for Free Trade Agreement Between EU and Emirates
30.04.2025 Austria supports the efforts for a free trade agreement between the European Union and the United Arab Emirates, according to Chancellor Stocker.
110 Kilos: Huge Cannabis Discovery in Traiskirchen
30.04.2025 In the Lower Austrian town of Traiskirchen, a police operation uncovered 110 kilograms of cannabis.
Headwinds for ÖGK's Savings Plans
30.04.2025 The Austrian Health Insurance Fund (ÖGK) is facing resistance to its savings plans.
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Helicopter Deployment After Racing Cyclist Accident in Lower Austria
30.04.2025 In Lower Austria, two racing cyclists had an accident on Wednesday.
Vienna Election: Will the District Council Election in this District be Challenged?
30.04.2025 In Vienna-Margareten, the ÖVP might contest the local district council election. Here's what's behind it.
Summer, Sun, and Holiday Feeling at the New Danube in Vienna
30.04.2025 Finally, the temperatures are rising to summer levels, and thus the leisure paradises CopaBeach and the new Pier 22 are beginning their summer season 2025. These are located directly on the New Danube, just a short distance from the city center and easily accessible by subway.
Tram Accident in Graz: Eleven People Injured
30.04.2025 In Graz, a tram accident occurred on Wednesday. Eleven people were injured.
Man Ran onto Roadway: One Dead on A1 in Lower Austria
30.04.2025 On the West Motorway (A1) in Lower Austria, an accident occurred on Wednesday.
False Extortion Accusations in Vienna: Brothers Acquitted
30.04.2025 On Wednesday, two Chechen brothers aged 23 and 30 were acquitted at the Vienna Regional Court of the charge of having put massive pressure on a fellow Chechen businessman to extort 150,000 euros from him.
Toddler Injured in Car Collision in Vienna-Donaustadt
30.04.2025 In the intersection of Eipeldauer Straße and Zehdengasse in Vienna-Donaustadt, two cars collided on Tuesday afternoon. Among the injured was a seven-month-old infant.
EU: Austria Among the Leaders in Labor Costs
30.04.2025 The cost per working hour in the manufacturing and service sectors is higher in only four EU countries than in Austria.
Drunk Speedster in Vienna-Favoriten Engaged in Police Chase
30.04.2025 In Vienna-Favoriten, the police were able to stop a speeder after a chase.
Man Vandalized in Vienna Subway Station: Arrest
30.04.2025 A 25-year-old man was arrested at the Vienna U-Bahn station Vorgartenstraße.
April presented itself noticeably mild
30.04.2025 The preliminary evaluation places Austria's lowlands in ninth place among the warmest April months in the 259-year history of measurements, and the mountains in eighth place in the 175-year mountain measurement series, according to climatologist Alexander Orlik from Geosphere Austria.
Police Stops Truck with Unsecured Load on A23 in Vienna
30.04.2025 On Tuesday, a truck was stopped that was traveling with unsecured cargo at 90 km/h on the Vienna A23 at the exit to the A4, as it had endangered the following traffic.
Seasonal Quotas in Domestic Tourism Increased
30.04.2025 The government has decided to increase the number of seasonal workers from non-EU countries from about 5,000 to 8,000 to alleviate the labor shortage in tourism. Additionally, a fund will be established to support the recruitment and retention of domestic workers.
Legislative Package Against Radical Islam Passed in Lower Austria
30.04.2025 ÖVP, FPÖ and SPÖ voted on Wednesday in Lower Austria for a legislative package against radical Islam.
24 Drug Drivers Taken Off the Road in Focused Operation in Vienna-Meidling
30.04.2025 In recent days, the Vienna police have once again conducted a focused operation to increase traffic safety on the streets of Vienna and, in particular, to remove drivers impaired by drugs or alcohol from traffic.
Headwinds for ÖGK's Savings Plans
30.04.2025 The Austrian Health Insurance Fund (ÖGK) is facing resistance to its savings plans.
Early Summer Holiday Weather with Isolated Thunderstorms
30.04.2025 According to the Geosphere weather forecast, the next three days will be sunny and early summer warm, with maximum temperatures of 29 and 30 degrees expected on Friday and Saturday. Local rain showers or isolated thunderstorms are possible, even on the holiday on Thursday.
Toddler Injured in Car Collision in Vienna-Donaustadt
30.04.2025 In the intersection of Eipeldauer Straße and Zehdengasse in Vienna-Donaustadt, two cars collided on Tuesday afternoon. Among the injured was a seven-month-old infant.
39-Year-Old Arrested During Vehicle Check in Vienna-Margareten
30.04.2025 A 39-year-old man is suspected of having stolen a mobile phone, cash, and a car from an acquaintance after a meeting.
NÖ: Start for Kika/Leiner Insolvency Foundation
30.04.2025 Starting from May 1, the insolvency foundation of Kika/Leiner begins in Lower Austria. Up to 300 people can receive support for up to four years. The GPA union of Lower Austria is calling for a permanent employment foundation due to insolvencies in other companies and industries.
Body Found in Vienna City: Autopsy Result is Here
30.04.2025 After the discovery of a lifeless person in a basement in downtown Vienna, there is now clarity about the primary cause of death of the 29-year-old.