Rodionov out in the First Round at Erste Bank Open in Vienna
20.10.2025 Jurij Rodionov lost on Monday evening at the Erste Bank Open in Vienna against the Australian Alex de Minaur with 4:6, 1:6. The second and last Austrian player in the singles, Filip Misolic, will compete against Camilo Ugo Carabelli on Tuesday at the Vienna Stadthalle tournament.
First Bank Open: Tennis Superstar Sinner Returns to Vienna with Good Memories
20.10.2025 Jannik Sinner returns to Vienna, where he won the final against Daniil Medvedev two years ago. At the Erste Bank Open, the world number two wants to claim his second title in Vienna and close the gap on Carlos Alcaraz, who is not competing in Basel.
Date for St. Pölten Election Decided
20.10.2025 On Monday, the St. Pölten city council set January 25, 2026, as the date for the municipal council election.
Compromise Proposal in Dispute Over Guest Patients
20.10.2025 In the discussion about the care of guest patients, a compromise proposal from Lower Austria was presented. In the afternoon, there was a first meeting between Lower Austria's Health Councillor Kasser and Vienna's Health Councillor Hacker.
SAMRA ORIGINS: Now win a coffee machine and coffee from the limited collection by NESPRESSO and The Weeknd
20.10.2025 Together with The Weeknd, Nespresso has launched the SAMRA ORIGINS collection: The limited edition coffee, a machine, and accessories combine origin with design and make every coffee moment an experience, with the taste of Tanzania as a highlight – now SAMRA ORIGINS Tanzania is also available for Nespresso's VERTUO line. You can win a VERTUO Pop + in SAMRA design and the new SAMRA ORIGINS Tanzania for the VERTUO system with us.
Next Round in Trial Against Pilz in Pilnacek Case
20.10.2025 On Monday, the trial against Zack Media GmbH and publisher Peter Pilz continued at the Vienna Regional Court. The accusation is defamation in connection with Pilz's book about the death of former Justice Department head Christian Pilnacek. On Monday, the relevance of data from Pilnacek's smartwatch was among the topics discussed.
Filming for the Last "Tatort" Case with Krassnitzer and Neuhauser Has Started
20.10.2025 Harald Krassnitzer and Adele Neuhauser are currently filming their last case as the "Tatort" investigator duo Moritz Eisner and Bibi Fellner. The filming of "Then We Are Heroes" began on Thursday and is expected to run until mid-November. The broadcast is planned for the end of 2026 and will mark the end of the duo in the crime series.
After Benko Verdict: Defense Filed an Appeal
20.10.2025 Rene Benko's lawyer, Norbert Wess, has filed an appeal and a nullity complaint against the verdict of the Innsbruck Regional Court, as he confirmed to the APA. Benko was sentenced last week to two years in prison, not yet legally binding, but was acquitted on one charge. The WKStA filed a nullity complaint against the partial acquittal.
NÖ: Terror Trial Against 15-Year-Old Ends with Diversion
20.10.2025 A 15-year-old had to answer before the Regional Court of Korneuburg on Monday because he allegedly made propaganda for the radical Islamic terrorist militia "Islamic State" (IS) on online platforms. The teenager confessed, and in the jury trial, he received diversion.
After SPÖ Resolution on Rent Usury: Hattmannsdorfer Against "General Suspicion" for Landlords
20.10.2025 Economy Minister Hattmannsdorfer criticized the resolution passed by the SPÖ, which calls for a criminal offense for rent usury. He rejects a "general suspicion" against landlords and pointed out that rent usury is already covered by criminal law.
Prostitute Strangled: Vienna Police Hunt Serial Robber with Scar on Face
11.11.2025 In Vienna, the police are searching for a man who allegedly strangled two women and demanded cash in a red-light district establishment in September. Both attacks failed due to the victims' fierce resistance – the perpetrator fled without loot.
Compromise Proposal in Dispute Over Guest Patients
20.10.2025 In the discussion about the care of guest patients, a compromise proposal from Lower Austria was presented. In the afternoon, there was a first meeting between Lower Austria's Health Councillor Anton Kasser (ÖVP) and Vienna's Health Councillor Peter Hacker (SPÖ).
Arrests After Robbery in Vienna-Brigittenau
20.10.2025 Officers of the Vienna State Criminal Police Office, Center-East branch, succeeded in tracking down and arresting a suspected gang of robbers after a robbery in Vienna-Brigittenau.
Police Car Crashed into Taxi in Vienna-Leopoldstadt
20.10.2025 On Sunday evening, a serious traffic accident occurred in Vienna-Leopoldstadt between a police car and a taxi.
Neutrality for Rosenkranz "very special state goal"
20.10.2025 Neutrality was a topic in Parliament at the beginning of the week. In the eyes of National Council President Walter Rosenkranz, it represents a "very special state goal."
Austria receives an additional 516 million euros from the EU recovery plan
20.10.2025 The EU Commission has positively assessed Austria's third payment request of 515.5 million euros from the NextGenerationEU program. Austria achieved the required eight milestones and twelve targets. The request relates to reforms and investments in innovation, decarbonization, renewable energies, circular economy, sustainable mobility, health, and education.
Additional Income for the Unemployed: Changes Starting January
20.10.2025 From 2026, unemployed individuals will only be allowed to increase their unemployment benefits or emergency assistance through additional earnings in exceptional cases. This year, unemployed individuals can still earn up to 551.10 euros per month without losing their entitlements.
Headscarf Ban: Minister Plakolm Optimistic
20.10.2025 Integration Minister Claudia Plakolm (ÖVP) considers the headscarf ban for underage girls in schools in the planned form to be constitutional.
Nighttime Raid on Gambling Venue in St. Pölten
20.10.2025 In the Lower Austrian state capital St. Pölten, there has been a robbery at a gambling establishment.
Storm Depression Brings Rain and Strong Wind to Austria
20.10.2025 After a week start with mild and pleasant autumn weather, a storm depression will bring rain, showers, and stormy west winds from the North Sea to Central Europe starting Thursday, as Geosphere Austria predicted.
Song Contest in Vienna Probably Without Nemo
20.10.2025 The Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna is getting closer every day. However, former champion Nemo will probably not be seen at this event, as he informed the "Presse".
Worldwide Disruption Paralyzes Amazon Services
20.10.2025 On Monday, server issues at Amazon led to disruptions in many online services worldwide.We are giving away cinema vouchers for the movie "DRACULA – THE RESURRECTION"
20.10.2025 Just in time for Halloween, the visually stunning fantasy horror film "DRACULA – THE RESURRECTION" will premiere in cinemas across Austria on October 30th - a dark and emotional story centered around a gripping love story. We are giving away 3x2 cinema vouchers.
Lotto Quadruple Jackpot: 4.4 Million Euros in the Pot on Wednesday
20.10.2025 In the lottery drawing on Sunday, the current jackpot series was extended. There was also no winner for the Joker.
Flood of Speeding Violations on A4
20.10.2025 46 speed violations in less than three hours: There was a lot going on Sunday on the Eastern Motorway (A4).
EVN: Good News for Payment Problems in Winter
20.10.2025 The EVN will also not carry out energy disconnections this winter in case of payment problems. The relevant period is from December 1, 2025, to February 15, 2026, according to AK Lower Austria President and ÖGB NÖ Chairman Markus Wieser on Monday after a discussion with the Lower Austrian energy provider.
Pepper Spray Attack During Robbery Attempt in Vienna-Ottakring
20.10.2025 A 23-year-old was attacked with pepper spray by a trio on a park bench early Saturday morning in Vienna-Ottakring. The police later arrested an 18-year-old – he denies the act.
Traffic Bully Threatened Driver in Vienna-Floridsdorf with Wooden Stake
20.10.2025 A 37-year-old car driver was arrested on Saturday afternoon on Großbauerstraße in Vienna-Floridsdorf after a road rage incident escalated.
After Accident in Baden: 78-Year-Old from Vienna Dead
20.10.2025 After an accident in Baden, a 78-year-old woman from Vienna-Penzing died in the hospital over the weekend.
Pedestrian Critically Injured in Accident on Vienna Beltway
20.10.2025 A 39-year-old pedestrian was critically injured in a traffic accident on the Vienna Mariahilfer Gürtel on the night of Sunday.
Accident with Farm Loader in Mostviertel - 30-Year-Old Dead
20.10.2025 In Mostviertel, an accident involving a farm loader occurred over the weekend. A 30-year-old lost his life.Here the most expensive apartment in Vienna-Landstraße was sold in 2024
20.10.2025 The most expensive apartment sold in Vienna-Landstraße in 2024 is an 8-room apartment. It was sold for 5.2 million euros to a private individual.
42-Year-Old Dead After Car Accident in Lower Austria
20.10.2025 Drama in Langenlois: The Lower Austrian community becomes the scene of a car accident over the weekend, a 42-year-old loses his life.
Caution Mold: What You Can Do as a Tenant in Vienna - and Who Is Liable
20.10.2025 The first damp spot on the wall, sweating windows, or a musty smell – mold formation in the apartment is not just a cosmetic problem, but can endanger both the building structure and your health. But what can you actively do as a tenant to counteract it? And what do you need to know if the mold is already there? We have a practical guide.
Casino Security Staff in Vienna-Leopoldstadt Threatened with Murder
20.10.2025 In Vienna-Leopoldstadt, a 44-year-old reportedly threatened to kill a casino security employee on the night of Sunday, according to the authorities.
Big Change in Asylum Numbers in Austria
20.10.2025 Minus 32 percent: The number of asylum applications in Austria has decreased this year. Up to and including September, there were 13,032 applications.LASK hands Rapid fourth defeat in a row
20.10.2025 Football record champion Rapid also fails to score against LASK. The Hütteldorf team falls behind early - and misses a penalty at the end. Now Fiorentina awaits.
Shocking Numbers on Harassment in the Workplace
20.10.2025 A recent study shows: Six out of ten women experience harassment at the workplace. One in three affected individuals names a supervisor as the perpetrator.
Before the 200th Birthday of Strauss: The Blue Danube Waltz in Profile
20.10.2025 The birth of the Waltz King Johann Strauss marks its 200th anniversary on October 25th. His Blue Danube Waltz is still not forgotten today.
Junior Teacher: Teaching Outside Their Subject Area Not Uncommon
20.10.2025 Teaching outside one's subject area by novice teachers is not uncommon. According to a study, over a third experience this in their first year of employment.
Experience Vienna's Emergency Services Up Close: The Program at the Safety Festival 2025
26.10.2025 At the Vienna Security Festival at Rathausplatz, everything revolves around the theme of security once again this year. On October 25th and 26th, visitors to Austria's largest security performance show can expect an informative and exciting program for the whole family.These are Austria's Best Campsites
19.10.2025 At the Caravan Salon Austria 2025, the Camping Star was awarded for the first time. This award is organized by the Austrian Camping Club (ÖCC) and the Messe Wels. The prize honors campsites in Austria that stand out for their high quality, uniqueness, and innovative offerings.
Lawyers Sound the Alarm After Threats to Judges
20.10.2025 After the debate about judicial rulings, leading jurists have now warned of a weakening of the rule of law.Termination Due to Personal Use: What Rights Do Tenants Have?
19.10.2025 An indefinite rental agreement is almost a luxury due to the tense situation in the housing market. When a notice of termination due to personal use arrives, the surprise is often very great. However, in some cases, these are not effective, as informed by ERGO Rechtsschutz Leistungs-GmbH.