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  • Vienna Terror Attack Marks Fifth Anniversary This Year

    28.10.2025 On November 2, the terrorist attack in Vienna marks its fifth anniversary, in which four people died and many were injured. Around the site of the attack, the victims will be commemorated again with a wreath-laying ceremony. The investigation of the attack, carried out by a 20-year-old Islamist, is largely concluded for politics and justice.

    In this Vienna district, the most properties were sold in 2024

    28.10.2025 The boom in the Vienna real estate market continues. But in which district are there the most property sales? Here is a ranking of real estate transactions in 2024.

    Alternative Living Forms in Vienna: From Co-Living to Tiny Houses

    28.10.2025 Living space in cities is constantly changing. In Vienna, too, there is growing interest in alternative forms of housing that go beyond traditional rental or owner-occupied apartments. The city offers a wide range of housing concepts that take into account new needs for community, sustainability, and flexibility - an overview.

    Domestic Drinking Water at the Top Across Europe

    28.10.2025 The latest Drinking Water Report 2024 once again confirms: The quality of drinking water in Austria is excellent. More than 98 percent of the analyzed samples meet the strict requirements of the Drinking Water Ordinance, representing one of the best values in Europe.

    Homicide in Enns - Public Prosecutor's Office Filed Request for Pre-Trial Detention

    27.10.2025 In Enns (Upper Austria), the authorities were alerted on Monday following a violent incident within a family. A man in his mid-70s is alleged to have stabbed his wife and adult son, according to a spokesperson for the Steyr public prosecutor's office.

    Denser Public Transport Intervals for All Saints' Day in Vienna

    31.10.2025 The Wiener Linien increase their intervals for All Saints' Day.

    Justice Ministers Meeting Climbed with Sporrer in Vaduz

    27.10.2025 A meeting of the German-speaking justice ministers took place in Vaduz.

    Blood Act in Enns - Public Prosecutor's Office Filed Request for Pre-Trial Detention

    27.10.2025 In Enns (Upper Austria), the authorities were alerted on Monday following a violent incident within a family. A man in his mid-70s is alleged to have stabbed his wife and adult son, according to a spokesperson for the Steyr public prosecutor's office.

    Season End for Copa-Cruise and Island Sheep on Vienna's Danube Island

    27.10.2025 The summer season on the Danube Island ends successfully. The ferry boat Copa Cruise bid farewell with 6,700 passengers for this year. The sheep, which worked as natural lawnmowers, also end their season after mowing 11 hectares of meadow.

    Groundbreaking for New Musical House for Vienna "Theater im Prater"

    27.10.2025 With an official groundbreaking ceremony, construction work for the "Theater im Prater" in Vienna began on Monday.

    19-Year-Old Found Partially Undressed at Vienna's Stephansplatz

    27.10.2025 Police officers noticed a man lying partially undressed at Vienna's Stephansplatz on the night before the national holiday. He told the officers about drug use and made incoherent statements.

    Two Dead in Upper Austrian Enns

    27.10.2025 In the Upper Austrian town of Enns in the Linz-Land district, there are two deaths to mourn.

    Rejected Patient Died: Call for Review

    27.10.2025 The death of a woman from Mühlviertel, who was admitted to Rohrbach hospital in mid-October with an aortic tear and could not be further treated by any specialized hospital due to capacity reasons, is now raising questions.

    Man and Woman Clashed in Vienna-Leopoldstadt

    27.10.2025 A mutual bodily injury between a 49-year-old man and his partner (39) is said to have occurred on Sunday in Vienna-Leopoldstadt.

    Vienna-Donaustadt: Groundbreaking for New Albert-Schultz-Park

    27.10.2025 In the Donaustadt, a new park is being developed in the "Oberes Hausfeld" area with an area of 22,218 square meters. This central recreational space will contain 252 trees and 11 pergolas to provide shade. The facility includes 12,052 square meters of lawn, play and fitness areas, as well as seating. Water features provide cooling in the summer.

    Attention When Buying Heating Materials: What the Police Are Now Warning About

    27.10.2025 The police warn against fake online shops when purchasing pellets and other heating materials such as briquettes and firewood.

    Cyclist Seriously Injured After Accident in Mostviertel

    27.10.2025 In a traffic accident in the Mostviertel on Monday, a car hit a cyclist.

    Doskozil has undergone another larynx surgery

    27.10.2025 Burgenland's state leader Hans Peter Doskozil has once again undergone a larynx operation.

    World Savings Day 2025: These Gifts and Promotions Are Available at the Banks

    31.10.2025 On October 31, World Savings Day is celebrated once again. On this special day, customers receive small gifts and promotions at banks. Vienna.at provides an overview.

    Lotto: 1.2 Million Euros Go to Burgenland

    27.10.2025 A player from Burgenland hit the jackpot in the lottery on Sunday.

    Armin Wolf reports Platform X to the public prosecutor

    27.10.2025 Armin Wolf, together with media lawyer Maria Windhager, is taking action against the platform X (formerly Twitter) with a statement of facts submitted to the Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office.

    19-Year-Old Found Partially Undressed at Vienna's Stephansplatz

    27.10.2025 A partially undressed man caught the attention of the police on the night before the National Day. He told the officers about drug use and made incoherent statements.

    44-Year-Old Rioted in Vienna Restaurant and Attacked Police Officers

    28.10.2025 Officers from the Kopernikusgasse police station arrested a 44-year-old man on Sunday evening who allegedly behaved aggressively in a venue in Vienna-Mariahilf.

    Man with Laceration in Vienna-Favoriten: Police Investigate

    27.10.2025 In Vienna-Favoriten, a 43-year-old man was taken to an accident hospital on Sunday evening with a cut wound in the chest area. The police are investigating.

    Herbert Grönemeyer returns to Vienna in 2026

    27.10.2025 The German musician Herbert Grönemeyer will be seen again in the Vienna Stadthalle in 2026.

    AK-Check: How Safe Are Halloween Costumes

    27.10.2025 The Halloween season is approaching, and many children dress up as witches, ghosts, or monsters. However, a test by AK Upper Austria revealed safety deficiencies in costumes.

    ÖGK Chairman Demands Fee Cap for Private Doctors

    27.10.2025 Andreas Huss, chairman of the Health Insurance Fund (ÖGK), advocates for a cap on private doctor fees following the German model. He has "more and more complaints from patients who say, 'I pay exorbitant amounts to private doctors and only get a portion back from the insurance,'" said Huss on Ö1 radio.

    Austrian Post Relies on Green Electricity from Wien Energie

    27.10.2025 The Austrian Post uses the fleet charging offer from Wien Energie for 600 of its service vehicles to promote CO2-free journeys. Employees can charge at over 2,200 charging points in Vienna and a total of 21,000 charging stations in the partner network. Wien Energie won the tender process thanks to its extensive charging network.

    Fraud in Carinthia: Car Driver Stopped and Asked for Money

    27.10.2025 On Sunday afternoon, two men were arrested in Möllbrücke, Carinthia, who had attempted to trick drivers out of money.

    Here, the most expensive house in Vienna-Margareten was sold in 2024

    27.10.2025 The most expensive property sold in 2024 in Vienna-Margareten is a multi-story residential and commercial building. It was sold for 9,375,000 euros.

    Voluntary Fire Brigade Mödling Rescues Pig from Highway

    27.10.2025 The members of the Volunteer Fire Department Mödling completed an animal rescue operation on a German highway.

    Real Estate as Retirement Provision: Planning and Strategies in Austria

    27.10.2025 In a time when the future of the state pension system seems increasingly uncertain, many Austrians are considering how they can secure themselves financially for retirement. Real estate is considered one of the most reliable forms of retirement provision.

    Again a Trend Towards More Special Schools in Austria

    27.10.2025 In Austria, special schools as a separate form of education for children and adolescents with disabilities or behavioral issues are tending to be on the rise again.

    62-year-old Hunter in Upper Austria Shot at Hare and Hit Colleague

    27.10.2025 On Sunday, a 62-year-old hunter aimed at a hare during a drive hunt in Michaelnbach (Grieskirchen district) but hit another hunter (67).

    24-Hour Care: Demand for Stronger Quality Controls

    27.10.2025 Once again, there is a call for stronger control of quality standards and more transparency regarding pricing in 24-hour care for those in need of care.

    Anticipation for the Viennese Spring: Flower Bulbs Are Being Planted

    27.10.2025 Over 590,000 flower bulbs are currently being planted by the Vienna City Gardens in more than 470 flower beds, so that spring can once again transform the parks into a colorful sea of blossoms.

    0:3 Home Defeat for Austria Wien Against RB Salzburg

    26.10.2025 Vice-champion Red Bull Salzburg drew level with Sturm Graz in the Bundesliga table on Sunday with a 3-0 win at Wiener Austria. The Violets remain fifth in the table, five points behind the league leaders.

    Main Artery Torn: Woman Died Because Clinics Refused Her

    26.10.2025 A 55-year-old woman from the Mühlviertel died because several clinics refused a life-saving admission. The tragic incident is sparking debates about the state of the domestic healthcare system.

    Thanksgiving à la USA: Festive Feast with the Carinthian Turkey from the Vienna Marriott

    26.10.2025 If you want to have a bit of American kitsch at home, you can host a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with the offer from the Vienna Marriott Hotel.

    Start of the Week with Snow and Rain, Afterwards It Will Be Sunny Again

    26.10.2025 The new week begins initially cool, windy, and unsettled - rain and snowfall are possible everywhere. From Wednesday, you can expect friendlier weather again, and temperatures will climb up to 20 degrees thanks to Föhn support.

    Jannik Sinner crowns himself the winner again at Erste Bank Open in Vienna

    26.10.2025 Tennis professional Alexander Zverev missed out on winning the title at the Erste Bank Open in the Vienna Stadthalle despite a very strong performance. In the final on Sunday, the world number three was defeated by the top-seeded and favored Italian Jannik Sinner after leading a set, with scores of 6:3, 3:6, 5:7.

    "Chance for Change": Van der Bellen Calls for More Political Courage on National Day

    26.10.2025 In his traditional address on National Day, Federal President Alexander Van der Bellen once again emphasized the importance of political compromise. Especially in times of great challenges, there is a need for the will to find sustainable solutions across party lines – even if these are not always popular, the head of state stressed.

    Trailer on Fire on A8 in Upper Austria

    26.10.2025 On the Innkreis Motorway (A8) near Haag am Hausruck, a car trailer caught fire at midday on Sunday.

    Increase in Care Allowance Recipients

    26.10.2025 The number of care allowance recipients increased again slightly in September. With a total of 503,725 eligible individuals, the number was 2.12 percent higher than that of the same period last year (493,250). Compared to the previous month of August (502,684), there was also a small increase of 0.21 percent.

    Stocker warns against Israel's exclusion from the Song Contest in Vienna

    18.11.2025 In the run-up to the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna, Chancellor Christian Stocker has made a clear commitment to Israel's participation.

    "Golden Board 2025" Goes to Podcast "Hoss & Hopf"

    26.10.2025 This year, the widely-reaching German podcast "Hoss & Hopf" receives the negative award "Golden Board in Front of the Head" for spreading conspiracy theories and nonsensical claims about climate change and Corona. The award ceremony took place on Saturday evening at the Stadtsaal in Vienna.

    Escaped Prisoner Tracked Down: Arrest in Hotel

    26.10.2025 Since October 3, an 18-year-old inmate of the JA Salzburg was considered a fugitive, but now the young man has been captured in Linz.

    Brutal Robbery Attempt in Vienna Prater: Five Suspects Arrested

    26.10.2025 Two men were attacked by a group of youths in the Prater Hauptallee in Vienna on the night of Saturday. The handcuffs clicked for the suspects.