Vienna has the lowest CO2 emissions in traffic
8.11.2025 In seven out of nine federal states, traffic is the largest CO2 emitter according to VCÖ. Vienna has the lowest per capita comparison, while Burgenland has the highest. Despite declines since 2019, the VCÖ calls for additional climate protection measures.
Habsburg Jewels: Discussion Erupted
7.11.2025 A discussion about the ownership rights of the Habsburg treasure discovered in Canada is inevitable.Woman Fell from Second Floor onto Scaffolding in Vienna-Hernals
7.11.2025 Residents alerted the emergency services on Thursday after noticing a dispute in an apartment in Vienna-Hernals. Shortly thereafter, a woman reportedly fell from the second floor onto scaffolding, according to a witness.
Car Driver Received 30 Months in Prison in Upper Austria
7.11.2025 A 20-year-old driver was sentenced to 30 months in prison on Friday in Upper Austria. The verdict was initially not legally binding.
Acid Attack on Bus Driver in Bad Vöslau
7.11.2025 In the Lower Austrian town of Bad Vöslau, a bus driver became the victim of an acid attack last month.
Before that, Austria's Catholic Bishops Warn
7.11.2025 Austria's Catholic bishops warn against cuts in social benefits due to budgetary pressures.When and Where the SPÖ Party Congress Takes Place
7.11.2025 The SPÖ provided information on Friday regarding the next regular federal party conference.
After Death of Patient in Upper Austria: Government Launches Emergency Offensive
7.11.2025 After the death of a patient in Rohrbach, Health Minister Korinna Schumann wants to reorganize emergency care. A dedicated working group is to improve processes – implementation is planned for 2026.
Habsburg Jewels: Discussion Erupted
7.11.2025 A discussion about the ownership rights of the Habsburg treasure discovered in Canada is inevitable.
This is not planned at the Vienna Lorenz Böhler Hospital
7.11.2025 No shock room is planned at the Lorenz Böhler Hospital in the 20th district of Vienna, Brigittenau.
Two Arrests After Drug Deals in Vienna
7.11.2025 Two suspected drug dealers were arrested on Thursday in separate operations in Vienna. One offered officers Substitol, while a drug sale was observed on Sechshauser Straße with the other.
Chocolate Thieves Caught in Vienna-Hietzing: Trio Had 249 Bars in the Trunk
7.11.2025 After a traffic stop in Vienna-Hietzing, police officers seized 249 bars of chocolate and 16 packages of sweets. Three men were arrested - the goods apparently came from a supermarket.
NÖ: Shots Fired at Playground in the Weinviertel
7.11.2025 Shots were fired at a playground in Ziersdorf in the Lower Austrian Weinviertel.
Woman Fell from Second Floor onto Scaffolding in Vienna-Hernals
7.11.2025 Residents alerted the emergency services on Thursday after noticing a dispute in an apartment in Vienna-Hernals. Shortly thereafter, a woman reportedly fell from the second floor onto scaffolding, according to a witness.
Vienna Police Stop Chemical Bomb During Check on the A23
7.11.2025 In Vienna, a hazardous goods truck with serious defects was stopped on Thursday. Nine containers were leaking, and the environmentally hazardous goods were already partially spilling out. The police prohibited further travel - 43 reports were filed.
"Burden Package": ÖVP Attacks New Vienna Budget Measure
7.11.2025 The Vienna ÖVP criticizes the increase in the housing subsidy contribution as a "performance tax." Party leader Markus Figl speaks of a burden on working people and warns of a "burden package" that overwhelms Vienna's households.
WKÖ Official Salaries Partially Climbed Significantly
7.11.2025 Around the debate on salary adjustments in the Chamber of Commerce, new details have emerged: As reported by ORF and "Kronen Zeitung," the functional compensations of the Chamber Presidents and Vice Presidents in some federal states have increased this year by up to 60 percent in some cases.
Deadly Shots in Vienna Restaurant: Arrest and Initial Details on the Motive
7.11.2025 During a dispute in a venue in Vienna-Ottakring on Thursday evening, shots were fired. A 33-year-old man died, and another was critically injured. According to initial investigations, the meeting was likely about money, and an initial arrest was made during the night.
Geodatabase Revised: 44,000 Hectares of Moor Newly Recorded
7.11.2025 After more than 30 years, Austria has updated its peatland geodatabase. It is intended to help implement the national peatland strategy in the future and contribute to climate and nature conservation goals.
Racing in Lower Austria - Two Cars Seized
7.11.2025 The Weinviertel and the Industrieviertel were the scene of speed incidents on Thursday. Two cars were subsequently confiscated.
6 December: Model Kit from Revell to Win
6.12.2025 On St. Nicholas Day, a special highlight awaits craft fans in the VIENNA.at Advent calendar: With a bit of luck, you can win a Revell Fendt 728 Vario Gen7 model kit worth around 100 euros - a true-to-detail masterpiece for both big and small tinkerers.
Doskozil has already undergone his tenth larynx surgery
7.11.2025 The governor of Burgenland, Hans Peter Doskozil, is on his way home after the recent larynx surgery at the clinic in Leipzig.
Moving Plan: How to Do It Stress-Free and Efficiently
7.11.2025 A move is one of the most complex logistical challenges in everyday life – but with the right planning, it can be mastered stress-free.
Here the most expensive house in Vienna-Alsergrund was sold in 2024
7.11.2025 The most expensive property sold in 2024 in Vienna-Alsergrund is an office building. It was sold for 24.91 million euros.
Wreath Laying at Name Wall: Government Commemorates Victims of the November Pogroms
7.11.2025 At the Shoah Wall of Names in Vienna, the November pogroms 87 years ago were commemorated on Friday. IKG President Oskar Deutsch warned of an increase in anti-Semitic attacks and called for decisive political action.
Mysterious Discovery of a Corpse in Vienna: Dead Body Found in Courtyard Pond
7.11.2025 A male body was discovered in a courtyard in Vienna-Landstraße early Friday morning. According to the police, the circumstances of death and the identity of the man are currently unclear.
DNA Confirms: Bodies in Lipno Reservoir Are Missing Mühlviertler
7.11.2025 The identity of the two bodies discovered in the Lipno Reservoir has been clarified: A DNA match confirms that they are the Mühlviertel residents missing since 2015. According to the autopsy, there are no indications of foul play.
13-Year-Old Murder Case in Lower Austria Solved
7.11.2025 About 13 years after a suspected homicide in Pöchlarn, a suspect has been identified. The skeletal remains of the victim were discovered in 2020. The 55-year-old suspect is currently in custody in Hungary.
Seventh Illegal Beauty Clinic Discovered in Vienna
7.11.2025 In Vienna-Favoriten, another unauthorized so-called beauty clinic was uncovered on Thursday.
Man Shot Dead in Vienna Restaurant, Another in Critical Condition: Perpetrator on the Run
7.11.2025 In a venue in Vienna-Ottakring, a man was killed by gunfire late Thursday evening. Another man was taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries.
11 December: Win Two Brand New Woom WOW Including Helmet
11.12.2025 Behind today's advent calendar door are two brand new woom WOW balance bikes in the color of your choice, including a helmet.
December 21: Win a Festive Package from NESPRESSO including a VERTUO Pop Coffee Machine
21.12.2025 Behind today's advent calendar door from VIENNA.at is a comprehensive package from NESPRESSO: Win a VERTUO Pop coffee machine in black, a Festive Mug, a dark chocolate with cocoa nibs, as well as a ribbon of each of the three limited coffee varieties from this year's holiday collection for the VERTUO system.
What Babler Remains
7.11.2025 Guest commentary by Johannes Huber. For the tabloid press, the SPÖ chairman is already done. Hardly anyone in the party stands behind him. However, he still has time to spare himself a humiliation.
Voting for the Word of the Year 2025 is underway: These are the candidates
7.11.2025 "Elk Emil", "Candy Coalition" and "wögern": The Society for Austrian German has released the candidates for the Word of the Year 2025. Voting can be done online until December 1st.
160 Ideas for Less Bureaucracy in Austria
7.11.2025 State Secretary Josef Schellhorn has presented 160 proposals for debureaucratization. The goal is less administrative effort for companies and citizens. A cabinet presentation is planned for December.
More Bureaucracy Than Freedom for Schools Due to Reform in German Language Support
7.11.2025 The teachers' union welcomes the planned flexibility in German language support but warns against excessive regulations. Union leader Kimberger speaks of an impending "bureaucratic monster" and calls for more trust in the schools.
The Program Highlights at the Winter Market at the Vienna Giant Ferris Wheel Square 2025
7.11.2025 47 Days of Winter Magic: The Winter Market at the Vienna Giant Ferris Wheel Square in the Prater opens on November 21 at 7:00 PM and kicks off with the illumination of the Vienna Giant Ferris Wheel. Here you will find all the information about the program.Heart Attack at the Wheel: 83-Year-Old Dies
7.11.2025 An 83-year-old man apparently suffered a heart attack at the wheel of his car on Thursday in Styria and died in the accident caused by it.
Man Shot Dead in Vienna Restaurant, Another in Critical Condition: Perpetrator on the Run
7.11.2025 In a venue in Vienna-Ottakring, a man was killed by gunfire late Thursday evening. Another man was taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries.
After 100 Years: Lost Habsburg Jewels Rediscovered
7.11.2025 For a hundred years they were considered lost – now a significant part of the Habsburg family jewelry has resurfaced in Canada.
What the Asfinag Rents Out Areas for in the Mostviertel
7.11.2025 Asfinag offers open spaces, among others, in the Lower Austrian Mostviertel.Pregnancy Termination in Austria Difficult and Often Stigmatized
7.11.2025 Amnesty International warns of increasing pressure on the right to abortion in Europe. In Austria, too, costs, stigmatization, and limited access remain hurdles to self-determination according to a new report.
First Round of Negotiations for Trade Collective Agreement Without Agreement
6.11.2025 The first round of negotiations for the 2026 collective agreement for trade ended Thursday evening as expected without an agreement.
Swarovski cuts around 400 jobs at the Wattens location
6.11.2025 At its headquarters in Wattens, Tyrol, the crystal company Swarovski is cutting around 400 jobs. This is to be achieved through layoffs, voluntary departures, and retirements by the end of 2026.
Hamas Weapons Depot Uncovered in Vienna Storage Room
6.11.2025 In Vienna, a weapons cache allegedly connected to Hamas has been discovered. The DSN secured several firearms. A 39-year-old Briton was arrested in London. The investigations are ongoing internationally.
Police Warns of Pickpockets and Con Artists at Advent Markets
6.11.2025 The police will once again show increased presence at the Christmas markets in Vienna. Uniformed and plainclothes officers, as well as specialized task forces, are on patrol to ensure the safety of Advent market visitors. There is no indication of a specific threat.
Viennese Christkindlmarkt at Rathausplatz is Among the Best Christmas Markets in the World
6.11.2025 The Vienna Christmas Market at Rathausplatz is considered by CNN to be one of the best Christmas markets worldwide.
Majority Skipped Oral Matura After Graz Rampage
6.11.2025 After the rampage in Graz, numerous students from BORG Dreierschützengasse did not take the oral Matura exam.
Environmental and Youth Organizations Urged Again for Stricter Climate Protection Law
6.11.2025 On Thursday morning, environmental and youth organizations once again urged the federal government for a stricter climate protection law.