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  • Trial on Sexual Offenses Against Twelve-Year-Old in Vienna: Acquittals Remain Final

    11.11.2025 The acquittals in the trial concerning alleged sexual offenses between March and June 2023 against a twelve-year-old in Vienna-Favoriten by ten young men remain final.

    Vienna Focuses on Circular Economy

    11.11.2025 The city of Vienna sees great future potential for itself in the circular economy.

    Vegan Martini Goose 2025 in Vienna: These Restaurants Are Participating

    11.11.2025 Those who prefer to indulge around Martini without animal suffering will find a steadily growing selection of options in Vienna. According to VGT, 16 establishments in the federal capital are offering a vegan goose menu this year with classic side dishes such as dumplings, red cabbage, and roast sauce.

    Train with Beer and Banknotes: Information Requested After Robbery in Vienna-Simmering

    11.11.2025 In Vienna-Simmering, on October 15th, there was an armed robbery in a supermarket branch. The Vienna police are now requesting information about the man through the release of a photo.

    Child and Youth Welfare: Ombudsman Demands Nationwide Uniform Standards in Austria

    11.11.2025 On Tuesday, Ombudsman Bernhard Achitz called for nationwide uniform quality standards in residential groups in light of the abuse and violence allegations against SOS Children's Villages.

    Trash Bins Burned in Vienna-Wieden

    11.11.2025 In Vienna-Wieden, trash bins were on fire on Monday. The fire from a paper recycling bin set ablaze in Rienößlgasse spread to another bin and a building facade.

    Football World Cup Qualifiers: First ÖFB Training in Cyprus Without Alaba

    11.11.2025 At the first ÖFB training in Cyprus before Austria's match in the qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, some players were absent.

    Naturalizations in Austria: Number Continues to Rise

    12.11.2025 According to Statistics Austria, 17,649 people received Austrian citizenship in the first three quarters of 2025.

    Knife Attack in Supervised Vienna Shared Apartment: Man in Critical Condition

    11.11.2025 In a supervised living community in Vienna-Meidling, a serious altercation occurred on Monday evening, during which a man was critically injured by a knife attack.

    Cyclist in Life-Threatening Condition After Accident at Vienna's Schottenring

    11.11.2025 In a traffic accident at Vienna's Schottenring on Monday evening, two cyclists were injured - one of them critically.

    Vienna-Margareten: 17-Year-Old Cyclist Run Over by 68-Year-Old Driver

    11.11.2025 In Vienna-Margareten, a traffic accident occurred on Monday afternoon. A 68-year-old car driver collided with a 17-year-old cyclist. The cyclist fell and had to be taken to the hospital with injuries.

    Ticket Sales for the Vienna Flower Ball 2026 Begin: 100,000 Blooms and ESC Motto

    11.11.2025 Starting today, ticket sales begin for the Flower Ball, where the Vienna City Gardens will once again transform the Vienna City Hall into a magical sea of blossoms on Friday, January 16, 2026.

    Robbery of Tobacco Shop in Vienna-Floridsdorf Solved

    11.11.2025 After the robbery of a tobacconist in Vienna-Floridsdorf, a suspect has now been caught.

    OeNB Chief Kocher Reacts to Mahrer Withdrawal

    11.11.2025 After the statement by WKÖ President Mahrer that he wants to resign from his position as President of the Austrian National Bank (OeNB) "sooner," OeNB Governor Kocher sees the government as responsible.

    Ticket Sales for the 126th Concordia Ball in Vienna Begin

    11.11.2025 Just in time for the start of the ball season, ticket sales for the 126th Concordia Ball in Vienna begin on November 11 at 11:11 AM.

    Caritas Warning of Increasing Poverty in Austria

    11.11.2025 Caritas warns of an increase in poverty due to rising costs and cutbacks by the federal and state governments. The increasing plight of many people is reflected in the growing demand at the food distribution points of the aid organization.

    ÖAMTC Survey: Clear Majority for Mandatory Helmets for E-Bikes and E-Scooters

    11.11.2025 As part of a representative survey conducted by the market research institute Spectra, the ÖAMTC assessed the attitude of Austrians towards the introduction of a helmet requirement for e-bikes and e-scooters.

    Kick-off for the 32nd Wien Energie Citizen Solar Power Plant in Laxenburg

    11.11.2025 Wien Energie has opened the 32nd Citizen Solar Power Plant in Laxenburg, Lower Austria, and is now starting the next round for the sale of solar packages, allowing everyone to benefit from solar energy.

    Suspicion of Murder in Vienna Clinic Favoriten

    11.11.2025 The public prosecutor's office in Vienna is conducting investigations against a nurse at the Favoriten Clinic on suspicion of murder, according to the spokesperson for the authority, Nina Bussek, following a report by "Falter".

    Speeder caught at 154 km/h on A5 in Lower Austria

    11.11.2025 On Monday, the police in Lower Austria caught a speeder.

    We are giving away a JOOLZ X YUMEKO bedding set for babies

    11.11.2025 Sweet dreams are made of this! Win a cozy and sustainable JOOLZ x YUMEKO bedding set for babies from us, consisting of the Cloud Soft Blanket, the Sweet Dreams Flat Sheet, and the Perfect Fitted Sheet. Good luck!

    One Third of Austrians Support Driver's License from Age 16

    11.11.2025 32 percent of Austrians support a driver's license for cars from the age of 16, according to a Marketagent study. Approval is particularly high at 47 percent among Generation Z. 61 percent see it as a relief for parents, and 67 percent believe it promotes the mobility of young people, especially in rural areas.

    Protest Against Dinghofer Symposium in Front of Parliament in Vienna

    11.11.2025 Despite significant criticism in advance, the so-called Dinghofer Symposium will be held in Parliament on Tuesday evening. The event, organized by FPÖ National Council President Rosenkranz, will be accompanied by a protest action by the Jewish Austrian University Students (JöH) in front of the Parliament.

    How the ÖFB Team Qualifies for the 2026 FIFA World Cup

    11.11.2025 ÖFB head coach Ralf Rangnick has issued the formula "2-4-6", but even three points against Bosnia and Herzegovina could be enough for qualification. Before the start of the final phase of the World Cup qualification, there are various scenarios for the ÖFB team, which has it in their own hands to qualify for the World Cup.

    Booker Prize for Vienna Resident David Szalay

    11.11.2025 The Booker Prize was awarded to the Vienna-based author David Szalay for his novel "Flesh." The jury, led by Roddy Doyle, honored the Montreal-born British writer. Szalay received the £50,000 prize in London from Samantha Harvey.

    "A modern foreman must act like a general on the construction site"

    11.11.2025 Vladimir Halas is deployed as a foreman for HABAU. A conversation about responsibility, fate, and heatwaves.

    Here the most expensive house in Vienna-Favoriten was sold in 2024

    11.11.2025 The most expensive house sold in 2024 in Vienna-Favoriten is an office building. It was sold for 12 million euros.

    Survey Shows Great Travel Enthusiasm in Summer 2026

    11.11.2025 According to a YouGov survey, 76% of Austrians plan at least one trip in the summer, highlighting the importance of vacations despite economic uncertainties. TUI Austria looks optimistically towards the summer season of 2026.

    Fond Soziales Wien: Warm Meals for the Homeless in Warming Rooms and Day Centers

    11.11.2025 Also in this year's winter season, a warm lunch will be offered in all warming rooms of the winter package as well as in the year-round open day centers for homeless people. In the emergency shelters, the Vienna Social Fund provides basic care without warm meals.

    Karner was at "foreign police checkpoint" at Vienna Central Station

    11.11.2025 Interior Minister Gerhard Karner (ÖVP) visited a "foreign police checkpoint" at Vienna's main train station on Monday evening.

    Women's Health: Experts Demanded Optimal Care

    10.11.2025 Although they make up more than half of the population in Austria as well, women are often inadequately cared for in their health issues.

    Vienna Comic Con celebrates anniversary with Vienna Comic Con Ball and special postage stamp

    11.11.2025 The Vienna Comic Con celebrates its 10th anniversary with a special event: The Vienna Comic Con Ball returns in collaboration with CD Projekt Red. On November 21, the Imperial Riding School will transform under the theme "The Novigrad Masquerade Ball" into a mix of cosplay, couture, and Viennese ball tradition, inspired by The Witcher 3.

    Advent Market at the Racetrack in Baden

    10.11.2025 A Christmas market like in the old days, with festive atmosphere, traditional handicrafts, and delicious specialties, can be found in Baden.

    Trains for Ukraine: This is What Hanke Says

    10.11.2025 Transport Minister Peter Hanke (SPÖ) defended the delivery of two special trains to Ukraine after criticism from the FPÖ. In a parliamentary response, the head of the department explained that the trains would no longer have been usable, reported the "Standard" at the beginning of the week.

    The Christmas Markets in Vienna 2025: Opening Hours and Offerings

    11.11.2025 When the scent of punch, chestnuts, and roasted almonds wafts through the streets of Vienna, it's clear: The Christmas season is upon us. In 2025, numerous Christmas markets once again invite you to stroll, feast, and linger. From traditional Advent markets to charming neighborhood events - we have an overview of the opening times and offerings at the Christmas markets in Vienna 2025.

    Federal States Increase Budget Deficit

    10.11.2025 The budget deficit could be higher than previously assumed. Media reports, citing updated federal state figures, suggest that it could reach 4.9 percent of GDP, instead of the expected 4.5 percent. Confirmation from the state finance representatives or the Ministry of Finance is still pending.

    National Fund Speech: Van der Bellen Wishes for "Memorial Site" for All Nazi Victims

    11.11.2025 On Monday, the founding of the National Fund of the Republic of Austria for Victims of National Socialism was celebrated in parliament with a ceremonial act, marking its 30th anniversary.

    Boy in Crisis Facility After Shooting at Playground in Weinviertel

    10.11.2025 For the twelve-year-old who reportedly fired a gun into the air multiple times at a playground in Ziersdorf (Hollabrunn district) last week, it has, according to media reports, led to him being placed in a crisis facility of the state.

    Three Injured in Serious Accident in Wiener Neustadt

    10.11.2025 In a serious accident in Wiener Neustadt, three people had to receive medical treatment on Sunday. A driver was trapped in the vehicle and was freed by the fire department.

    Record Year for the KHM in Vienna - Preparations for Major Renovation

    10.11.2025 The Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna is heading towards a record year. Starting in 2027, a multi-million renovation will begin, with initial impacts already noticeable in 2026: Two major exhibitions will need to be relocated to alternative venues.

    Flood Protection in Vienna is Being Expanded

    10.11.2025 After the flood of 2024, Vienna is strengthening its flood protection. The city is renovating and raising the weir walls of the Auhof basins by up to one meter.

    16-Year-Old Vandalized in Retz and Became Aggressive at Police Station

    10.11.2025 On the night of Saturday, a 16-year-old is said to have smashed windows and damaged an e-scooter in Retz (Hollabrunn district).

    Vienna is building too little: Housing shortage threatens to worsen

    10.11.2025 The Vienna housing market remains tense: According to CBRE, demand significantly exceeds supply. A short-term trend reversal is not in sight despite slightly falling interest rates.

    Harald Mahrer resigns "soon" as OeNB President

    10.11.2025 Chamber of Commerce President Harald Mahrer is resigning from his position as President of the National Bank (OeNB).

    Wolves: Changes Planned in Lower Austria

    10.11.2025 In Lower Austria, an amendment to the hunting law is planned. This involves, among other things, the wolf.

    Rottweiler bit toddler in the leg in Styria

    10.11.2025 On Sunday afternoon, a ten-month-old toddler was bitten and injured on the leg by a dog.

    Fanta 4 coming to Vienna and Salzburg in 2027

    10.11.2025 Austrian fans of Fanta 4 should be cautious with their scheduling in February 2027. The hip-hop quartet will be performing in Vienna and Salzburg then.

    Harald Mahrer resigns "soon" as OeNB President

    10.11.2025 Chamber of Commerce President Harald Mahrer is resigning from his position as President of the National Bank (OeNB).

    Totschnig Withholds Promised Money for Climate Protection

    10.11.2025 Development aid workers criticized that Minister Totschnig is not releasing 15 million euros for international climate protection projects. These funds are important for regions heavily affected, which have contributed little to the climate crisis. Domestic aid organizations and future budgets would also suffer. "Austria naturally fulfills all commitments made," said a statement from the Ministry of the Environment.

    These Are the Most Popular Christmas Markets Among Austrians

    10.11.2025 Three quarters of Austrians want to visit a Christmas market this year – most are drawn to Vienna. The Christmas market in front of Schönbrunn Palace ranks first in the list of the most popular Christkindl markets.

    Rene Benko remains in custody

    10.11.2025 On Monday, the Vienna Regional Criminal Court extended the pre-trial detention of Tyrolean investor Rene Benko by another two months.

    "Coolest Winter Market in Vienna": Here's What You Can Find at the "X-MAS Winterstories" at Schwarzenbergplatz

    10.11.2025 The countdown is on: On Thursday, the starting signal for the "PIAZZZA X-MAS Winterstories" will be given at Schwarzenbergplatz in Vienna. The motto is "NOT the same procedure as every year!".