National Council Starts October Plenary Week
15.10.2025 On Wednesday, the National Council begins its plenary week in October with a rich array of topics.
200 Reports Due to False Discounts in Vienna Supermarkets
15.10.2025 In September, the Vienna Market Authority filed 200 reports due to incorrect base prices, false quantity information, or missing discount labels in supermarkets. Since the beginning of the year, there have been 502 penalty applications after 1,215 inspections in Vienna. The four largest supermarket chains were at the center of the investigations, explained the Market Authority.
Tick-borne Encephalitis Vaccination Prevented More Than 10,000 Cases in Austria
15.10.2025 Between 2000 and 2024, the TBE vaccination in Austria prevented over 10,000 severe cases of illness and 80 deaths, as an analysis of public data by experts from MedUni Vienna shows.
LIVE Blog: Verdict Expected on Second Day of Benko Trial
15.10.2025 The trial against Signa founder Rene Benko for fraudulent bankruptcy will continue on Wednesday at the Innsbruck Regional Court. Witness examinations are planned, including former managers and the insolvency administrator in the personal bankruptcy proceedings. A verdict is expected in the early afternoon, provided there are no unexpected developments.Number of Doctors in Austria Increased Significantly
15.10.2025 In Austria, the number of doctors has significantly increased. However, there was a decrease among general practitioners.
Ex-girlfriend beaten and bitten: Prison sentence for Viennese woman
15.10.2025 Due to continued acts of violence, a 20-year-old woman was tried on Tuesday at the Vienna Regional Court for allegedly regularly beating her ex-girlfriend, extensively controlling her, and significantly restricting her lifestyle.
Cause SOS Children's Village: 26 Affected Have Already Come Forward
15.10.2025 Nach einem Artikel des "Falter" über Vorwürfe gegen den Standort in Moosburg, Kärnten, hat SOS-Kinderdorf mehrere Anlaufstellen für Personen geschaffen, die in der Vergangenheit "Unrecht erlebt haben". Am Dienstag lagen der APA auf Anfrage Zahlen vor, wie viele sich seit der Veröffentlichung der Vorfälle am 17. September dort gemeldet haben - insgesamt 26.
A2 in Lower Austria closed after car overturns
14.10.2025 A serious traffic accident on the Southern Motorway (A2) led to a major deployment of emergency services and a closure on Tuesday afternoon.
Pressure to Save in Vienna: Where Cuts Will Be Made in 2026 and Which Fees Will Increase
14.10.2025 Vienna presents a savings budget for 2026, which aims to significantly reduce the deficit with savings of two billion euros. Core social services such as free kindergartens and the expansion of the subway remain untouched, while cuts are made in other areas.
Manhunt for E-Scooter Thief in Lower Austria
14.10.2025 In Lower Austria, the police are searching for an e-scooter thief in the Gänserndorf district.
Major Inspections in Vienna: Licenses Revoked, Drugs and Weapons Seized
14.10.2025
During the "Vienna Rolls Safely" operation, there were 408 reports, six driver's license confiscations, and one arrest over the weekend in three districts.
Cocaine Smuggling in Luxury Cars: Police Dismantled Drug Ring in Upper Austria
15.10.2025 The police have dismantled a drug ring in the Braunau district, which is said to have smuggled at least twelve kilos of narcotics, including several kilos of cocaine, from Germany into the Innviertel and sold them in hotel rooms since autumn 2024.
Recall of Clever Popcorn: This Batch is Affected
14.10.2025 The supplier Popz Europe Kft. is recalling the products Clever Popcorn Salted for the Microwave 3x100G to protect consumers.
Train Driver Under Suspicion of Abuse: Museum in Weinviertel Affected
15.10.2025 In the case of the ÖBB train driver accused of sexual assaults on underage boys, further details have now become known.
Bluetongue Disease in Upper Austria: More than 100 Affected Farms
14.10.2025 Upper Austria has been dealing with the bluetongue disease. Currently, 116 farms with confirmed cases are registered.
Austrian Quantum Computer as First in Space
15.10.2025 In June, a quantum computer developed at the University of Vienna was sent into space. According to project leader Philip Walther, it is the first quantum computer in space. Walther emphasized, at international conferences "we are always surprised at how far ahead we are, we have a ten-year lead here."Only "Yes" is "Yes"? Lawyers Warn Against Hasty Decisions in Sexual Criminal Law
14.10.2025 After the non-final acquittals for ten youths who allegedly had sexual contact with a twelve-year-old, the debate over sexual criminal law continues.
New Swimming Hall in Simmeringer Bad Opens Lanes
14.10.2025 Starting from October 28, the newly designed swimming hall in the Simmeringer Bad will be fully operational. Schools and swimming clubs already have the opportunity to use the 25-meter lanes and the modern facilities of one of Vienna's most environmentally friendly pools.
Man Bit Police Officer in Vienna-Favoriten in the Hand
14.10.2025 In Vienna-Favoriten, a police officer was bitten on the hand by a man during the night leading into Tuesday. According to the authorities, the incident took place in the detention area of the Van-der-Nüll-Gasse police station. The 23-year-old ended up there on suspicion of making dangerous threats.
PIN Entries at Vienna City Ikea Were Illegally Filmed
14.10.2025 Ikea comes under fire in Vienna: At the Westbahnhof branch, there was illegal video surveillance, where even customers' PIN entries were filmed. Now the furniture store is supposed to pay a fine of 1.5 million euros.
50-Year-Old in Custody After Fatal Shooting of Neighbor in Vienna-Donaustadt
14.10.2025 A 50-year-old man is in pre-trial detention after a fatal shooting of his neighbor in Vienna-Donaustadt. The defense claims self-defense, while the prosecution expresses suspicion of murder.
Migration Background in Vienna's Cultural Sector Not Uncommon
14.10.2025 The Dema Institute, led by social scientist Günther Ogris, has examined microcensus data over two years. A key finding: In Austria's cultural sector, 31 percent of employees have a migration background.
Boom in Electricity from Renewables Continues
14.10.2025 In 2024, Austria reached a share of 94 percent renewable energy in electricity consumption, as shown by the EAG monitoring report from the regulatory authority E-Control in Vienna. Despite a slight increase in consumption, gross electricity generation, including pumped storage, also increased significantly. E-Control board member Alfons Haber stated that the competitive situation in the electricity market had improved after the energy crisis.
Suspected ATM Card Thieves Caught by Vienna Police
14.10.2025 Three men were identified by the Vienna police after the theft of a bank card.
First Day in Benko Trial Ends After Just Two Hours
14.10.2025 The trial against René Benko started on Tuesday morning under enormous media interest. The 48-year-old pleaded "not guilty". After just two hours, the hearing was initially adjourned and postponed to Wednesday because a witness could not be questioned.
40-Year-Old Ignored Restraining Order and Beat Two Vienna Police Officers to Hospitalization
14.10.2025 On Monday afternoon, the Vienna police were notified when a 40-year-old Turkish national allegedly violated a restraining order issued against him. When the police officers attempted to check him, the man reacted aggressively and injured the two officers.
23-Year-Old Arrested After Robbery in Stairwell in Vienna-Simmering
14.10.2025 On Monday afternoon, a 23-year-old was arrested by police officers at his residence in Vienna-Simmering.
After Police Operation in Vorchdorf: No Extremists at Weapons Exercise
14.10.2025 After the police operation on Saturday in Vorchdorf due to 19 people carrying long guns, it is clear that there are no extremist intentions. Investigations into extremism or state denial yielded no results. The State Office for the Protection of the Constitution and Counterterrorism was on site, the police announced on Tuesday.
First Day in Benko Trial Ends After Only Two Hours
14.10.2025 The trial against René Benko started on Tuesday morning under enormous media interest. The 48-year-old pleaded "not guilty." After just two hours, the hearing was initially adjourned and postponed to Wednesday because a witness could not be questioned.
Slight Increase in Passengers for Vienna Airport
14.10.2025 Vienna Airport handled more passengers in the first three quarters of 2025 than in the same period last year.
Green Party Continues to Push for Rapid Energy Transition
14.10.2025 The Greens advocate for the implementation of their "Three-Point Plan," which aims to lower energy prices while ensuring climate protection.
Boom in Electricity from Renewables Continues
14.10.2025 In 2024, Austria reached a share of 94 percent renewable energy in electricity consumption, as shown by the EAG monitoring report from the regulatory authority E-Control in Vienna. Despite a slight increase in consumption, gross electricity generation, including pumped storage, also rose significantly. E-Control board member Alfons Haber stated that the competitive situation in the electricity market had improved after the energy crisis.
"Mici" Moves into the Bear Forest Arbesbach in the Waldviertel
14.10.2025 The Slovenian restaurant bear "Mici" is now finding a new home in the Bear Forest Arbesbach in the Waldviertel after her rescue.
Medical Studies: European Law Expert Warns of Consequences of "Solidarity Contribution"
14.10.2025 The proposal by the SPÖ to require young doctors to work in the public health system for a few years after their studies, offering them advantages in the admission test in return, could, according to European law expert Walter Obwexer, endanger the existing quota regulation for medical study places, where 75 percent of the places are reserved for Austrians.
47-Year-Old Fell for Online Scammers: 17,000 Euros Gone
14.10.2025 A 47-year-old woman from Burgenland fell victim to an online scam and lost around 17,000 euros after being deceived by the promises of an unknown person in a group chat.
Gaza Appeal by Milo Rau Faces Widespread Rejection
14.10.2025 The open letter from Milo Rau "on resistance against the war crimes in Gaza" is facing backlash.
Who is still eligible for subsidized housing in Vienna?
14.10.2025 In times of rising rents, affordable housing is increasingly becoming a social issue. Especially in Vienna, where more than 60 percent of people live in subsidized housing, social housing plays a central role. But who actually still qualifies for a subsidized apartment today?
Product Recall at Primark: Paint Set and Water Balloon Pump Affected
14.10.2025 Primark Austria recalls two products. Affected are the painting set "LXGIF DTR NBC Glow Col (Kimball-No. 0309401)" and the "Water Balloon Pump (Kimball no. 5252801)".
Robbery Attempt on Slot Machine Casino with Pistols, Baton, and Machetes Failed
14.10.2025 After a failed robbery at a slot machine casino in Perchtoldsdorf (district of Mödling), four suspects are in custody. Another perpetrator is still at large. According to the Lower Austria State Police Directorate, the quartet stormed the slot machine casino with pistols, a baton, and machetes. The perpetrators fled without loot. An employee was unharmed but suffered a severe shock.
Two Tank Shells Discovered in Burgenland
14.10.2025 In Burgenland, two tank grenades from World War II were discovered at the beginning of the week.
Price Increases Also Felt in Skiing
14.10.2025 This coming winter, the prices for cable cars and ski lifts in Austria will rise again. In some places, such as Sölden and Arlberg, a day ski pass costs over 80 euros. Franz Hörl from the cable car operators explains that prices need to be adjusted due to increased energy, personnel, and construction costs to avoid losses.
No Competitor: Babler Sole Candidate for SPÖ Party Chairmanship
14.10.2025 At the SPÖ party conference, there will be no other candidate for the party leadership besides Andreas Babler.
Environmental Label for Restaurant "Kelsen" in Parliament
14.10.2025 The restaurant "Kelsen" in the Parliament on Vienna's Ringstraße now once again bears the Austrian Eco-label.
Here, the most expensive apartment in Vienna-Leopoldstadt was sold in 2024
14.10.2025 The most expensive apartment sold in Vienna-Leopoldstadt in 2024 was sold to a private individual for 3.93 million euros.
Austria is heading back to winter time
14.10.2025 In Austria, the last days of daylight saving time are underway. The time change will occur on October 26.
Here the most expensive apartment in Vienna-Leopoldstadt was sold in 2024
14.10.2025 The most expensive apartment sold in Vienna-Leopoldstadt in 2024 was sold to a private individual for 3.93 million euros.
The Own Four Walls - Just a Place to Sleep or a Status Symbol?
17.10.2025 According to a study by ImmoScout24, 96 percent of Austrians surveyed feel secure in their own four walls. However, more and more people also see their home as a status symbol and an expression of their creativity. For 18 percent, it is just a place to sleep.
Autonomy Stele Unveiled in Vienna
13.10.2025 On Monday, Vienna's Mayor Ludwig and South Tyrol's Governor Kompatscher unveiled a stele in Vienna to commemorate the history of South Tyrol's autonomy. The display board at South Tyrol Square, designed by historians, explains the history of the German-speaking minority.
EBU Cancels November Vote on ESC Exclusion of Israel
13.10.2025 On Monday, a relaxation is also indicated in the Song Contest scene. The EBU has canceled the vote planned for November regarding Israel's participation in the ESC 2026 in Vienna. Instead, the decision will be made in December by the General Assembly.