Video Shows: Surfer in Australia Narrowly Escapes Death in Shark Attack
13.11.2025 In Australia, a 61-year-old windsurfer was attacked by a shark. He narrowly escaped death, as a bite in his board clearly shows. The incident was filmed.
Conference of Provincial Governors in Styria Before Start
13.11.2025 Styria will be the venue for the Governors' Conference this week.
Ten Million Euros Paid Out: Burgenland Receives Special Allocations Earlier This Year
13.11.2025 The municipalities of Burgenland have received part of the demand allocations earlier this year to ensure liquidity and performance capability. A total of ten million euros has already been transferred.
Supermarkets Test Fish Assortment for PFAS Chemicals After Greenpeace Test
13.11.2025 Following a concerning report by Greenpeace about the presence of toxic PFAS chemicals in fish, mussels, and crabs from the North and Baltic Seas, several supermarkets are now taking action.New on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video & Co.: The Releases from November 17 to 23
13.11.2025 From November 17 to 23, there are many new film and series releases on streaming platforms like Netflix, Disney+, Sky, Amazon Prime Video, and Apple TV+. Here is an overview of all the releases.
Government Improves Additional Income Rule for AMS Training
13.11.2025 The federal government wants to amend the Unemployment Insurance Act. The reason is an unintended consequence of the new regulation, which from January 2026 will restrict minor additional earnings while receiving unemployment benefits or emergency assistance.
Weather: Autumn Shows Its Full Spectrum
13.11.2025 The countdown to the weekend is on. But what weather do the next few days have in store?
Free HPV Vaccination Offer in Austria is Ending
13.11.2025 Nur noch wenige Wochen bleibt die HPV-Impfung in Österreich für 21- bis 29-Jährige kostenfrei, die ersten Schritte für das Angebot müssen bis Ende 2025 abgeschlossen sein, betonen die Krebshilfe und AGO-Austria.
Vienna Medical Association Criticizes Plans for Lorenz Böhler Hospital
13.11.2025 Currently, the Lorenz Böhler Hospital in Vienna is being renovated and supplemented with a modular section. As announced by the AUVA last Friday, a shock room or polytrauma care for severely injured patients is not planned at the location.
"Plan Z": Wiederkehr Wants to Transform School "for Real Life"
14.11.2025 On Thursday, Education Minister Christoph Wiederkehr (NEOS) advocated for a reform of Austria's education system "without taboos."
Triple Lotto Jackpot Cracked
13.11.2025 The lottery triple jackpot with 3.5 million euros was hit in Upper Austria. Next Friday, an extra 30,000 euros await in the lottery bonus draw.
Donation Fraud After Graz Rampage: Woman Remains in Custody
14.11.2025 On Thursday, the pre-trial detention for the alleged donation fraudster in Graz at the Jakomini correctional facility was extended, said the Graz public prosecutor's office upon APA inquiry.Black Friday Week at Amazon: Discounts up to 45 Percent
13.11.2025 Starting November 20, Amazon kicks off the holiday season with Black Friday Week. Austrian brands and companies also entice with discounts.
Mahrer remains reserved despite succession speculations
13.11.2025 Harald Mahrer is under pressure from internal calls for resignation by party colleagues, while speculation about possible successors is increasing.
Christmas Markets Invite to the "Marchfeld Castle Kingdom"
13.11.2025 This year, the "Marchfeld Castles" invites you again during the pre-Christmas season with Christmas markets and special tours to "Advent in the Castles".
"No Folk Dance or Schuhplattler Course": Orientation Courses Will Now Last Five Days
13.11.2025 The mandatory orientation courses for refugees will in the future take five days.
Touching: Couple Marries in Palliative Care Unit in Lower Austria
13.11.2025 Touching moment at a palliative care unit in Lower Austria: A man with cancer and his long-time partner exchanged vows.
During Probationary Period: 18-Year-Old in Leoben Again Suspected of Terrorism
13.11.2025 An 18-year-old, who was already convicted for a planned attack on a school, is once again facing trial as he consumed radical Islamist content and obtained information on bomb-making during his probation period, as announced by the Leoben public prosecutor's office.
Water Buffalo from the Vienna Zoo Schönbrunn in Use at the Leiser Berge Nature Park
13.11.2025 Two female domestic water buffalo from the Schönbrunn Zoo are now in use at the Leiser Berge Nature Park.
Grandymoon: Three Generations on a Journey
14.11.2025 What used to be the honeymoon is now the grandymoon: More and more families are discovering the charm of multi-generational trips, where grandparents, parents, and children travel together. The harry’s home hotels & apartments are perfectly suited for this new family vacation trend.
Trio Used Tools Stolen from Fire Department for Attempted ATM Break-Ins in Vienna & Lower Austria
13.11.2025 After four attempted break-ins at ATMs in Lower Austria and Vienna, a trio is in pre-trial detention at the Korneuburg correctional facility. The men, two Serbs and a Kosovar aged between 45 and 64, used battery-powered spreaders and rescue shears, which they had previously stolen from the fire department, according to police information on Thursday. These tools have since been returned. The trio is also accused of a break-in in northern Germany.
Pure Romance in Vienna's Streets: Christmas Market at Spittelberg 2025 Enchants Again
13.11.2025 The Christmas Market at Spittelberg 2025 transforms the historic Biedermeier district into a romantic Advent village starting November 14. Between cobblestones, lantern light, and festively decorated stalls, visitors experience a very special Christmas flair here.
Up to 30 Years in Prison: Abuse Trial for Viennese Man in Florida Planned
13.11.2025 The 25-year-old Austrian must face trial next year in Florida for abuse and kidnapping of a minor. The proceedings could result in up to 30 years in prison for the Viennese IT technician.Here the Southern Lights appeared
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Luxury Real Estate in Vienna: What Drives the Market
13.11.2025 Vienna has been one of the most sought-after residential locations in Europe for years – not only for average earners but especially in the luxury real estate segment. Whether it's magnificent old apartments in the city center, penthouses with views of St. Stephen's Cathedral, or designer villas on Schafberg: The demand for exclusive living space remains consistently high despite macroeconomic uncertainties.
Here the most expensive house in Vienna-Simmering was sold in 2024
13.11.2025 The most expensive building sold in 2024 in Vienna-Simmering is a hotel. It was sold for 21.6 million euros.
Hungary Claims: Prosecutor's Office Seizes Klimt Painting
13.11.2025 Hungary claims a resurfaced painting by Gustav Klimt, depicting a Ghanaian prince. The work, which was imported into Austria, is accompanied by an export permit that did not specify it as a Klimt work.
Call for More Places at HTL, HAK and Co
13.11.2025 The Chamber of Labor wants to see more places at vocational middle and higher schools.
Vienna Nearly at the Bottom for Fatal Motorcycle Accidents
13.11.2025 Up to and including Wednesday, there were fewer fatal traffic accidents in this year's motorcycle season in Vienna than in almost any other federal state. It was a completely different situation in Lower Austria and Styria.Here's what's at Open Jazz Vienna 2025
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Vienna Nearly at the Bottom for Fatal Motorcycle Accidents
13.11.2025 In hardly any other federal state were there fewer fatal traffic accidents in this year's motorcycle season up to and including Wednesday than in Vienna. It was quite different in Lower Austria and Styria.Apple Day: Good Harvest, But Pressure on Local Fruit Growers Remains
13.11.2025 Despite a good harvest, local apple farmers are currently facing massive challenges.
Buch Wien 2025 opened at Messe Wien
12.11.2025 On Wednesday, the 17th "Buch Wien" was opened with a speech by Shila Behjat. She spoke about the importance of women's rights for democracy. The book fair offers 516 events and 660 participants on nine stages until Sunday, curated by Julia Kospach.Chamber of Commerce Lower Austria does not increase compensations in the Presidium for now
12.11.2025 The Chamber of Commerce of Lower Austria (WKNÖ) is suspending the recent increases in functional compensations for the members of the presidium.
Christmas in the Hirschstetten Flower Gardens
12.11.2025 The Vienna City Gardens present for the 22nd time the floral Christmas exhibition in the Hirschstetten Flower Gardens under the motto "When Winter Arrives - Between Celebrations, Traditions & Magic". This takes place from November 13 to December 21 and is open from Thursday to Sunday as well as on the public holiday of the Immaculate Conception from 10 AM to 8 PM.
This is what Helene Fischer says before the 2026 tour
12.11.2025 Helene Fischer wants to thank her fans with her 2026 tour. "It is my bow and my big thank you," said the singer at the presentation of the tour program in Munich.
Man Attacked Subway with Folding Knife in Vienna-Meidling
12.11.2025 In the Längenfeldgasse subway station (Vienna-Meidling), a 37-year-old man struck a train car with a folding knife on Tuesday, as reported by the police in a statement the following day.Verdict Against 14-Year-Old After Attacks on Sister Over Headscarf
12.11.2025 A 14-year-old teenager was sentenced to five months of suspended imprisonment by the Vienna Regional Court on Wednesday for violent behavior towards his older sister.
Arrest After Online Fraud in Vienna
12.11.2025 The Vienna police have succeeded in tracking down a suspected online fraudster after several commercial fraud offenses.
Northern Lights Over Vienna? Here's What an Expert Says
12.11.2025 The Geosphere Austria has not ruled out the possibility of Northern Lights in the country for the next night. But what are the chances in Vienna? We inquired.
Armed Robbery at Gas Station in Vienna-Donaustadt
12.11.2025 On Tuesday evening, a gas station in Vienna-Donaustadt was robbed by two men.
Vienna Focuses More on Outpatient Care in Healthcare Provision
12.11.2025 In healthcare, the city of Vienna is increasingly focusing on outpatient care. "We have decided on the principle: 'Outpatient before inpatient'," said Health Councillor Peter Hacker (SPÖ) during the presentation of the "Regional Structure Plan 2030" on Wednesday.
Pedestrian Seriously Injured in Accident with Truck in Vienna-Wieden
12.11.2025 On Tuesday evening, a traffic accident occurred in the area of Wiedner Gürtel between a truck driver and a pedestrian.
Start for Mandatory Summer School: This is What Will Apply Starting Next Year
12.11.2025 The mandatory summer school for those students who do not have sufficient German language skills is set to start in a reduced form, according to a draft law presented by Education Minister Wiederkehr for review.
SOS Children's Village: Longer Report with More Details Emerged
12.11.2025 Around a 262-page report by an investigation commission on abuse allegations at SOS Children's Villages, the existence of a more detailed, 991-page report has now become known.voestalpine cuts 340 jobs in Styria
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"Small Inquiry Committee" Before Substantive Meetings
12.11.2025 Later this month marks the start of the substantive sessions of the "small investigative committee" initiated by the FPÖ to examine the funding of non-governmental organizations.
Indictment Against Assad Regime Representatives in Vienna
12.11.2025 Two representatives of the Syrian Assad regime are on trial in Vienna.
Waiting for Autopsy Result After Suspicion of Murder in Vienna Clinic Favoriten
12.11.2025 In the course of the investigation against a former nurse on suspicion of murder, who previously worked at the Favoriten Clinic, the autopsy result is crucial. However, this is still pending and will take some time.