So many people in Austria drop out of their education
12.10.2025 According to an analysis by Statistics Austria, many young people in Austria drop out of their education. 22.3 percent of 15 to 34-year-olds have dropped out of their studies or training or changed their field of study. 2.3 percent have dropped out of multiple training programs.
Major Black Friday Survey: Over a Third Plan No Purchases This Year
12.10.2025
The fourth Friday in November has gained increasing recognition as Black Friday in recent years, even in our region. But how important is this day to Austrians nowadays?
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11.10.2025Fairtrade draws positive conclusion: Poverty among cocoa farmers has decreased significantly
11.10.2025 A new Fairtrade study shows that fair prices for cocoa farmers in Côte d'Ivoire lead to significant improvements in income security and the reduction of extreme poverty.
Grill Highlights at the Vienna Sausage Festival at Neugebäude Castle
12.10.2025 On October 18 and 19, 2025, Neugebäude Castle in Vienna transforms into a paradise for all fans of grilling, BBQ, and culinary delights. At the Sausage Festival – Vienna BBQ Days, international food trucks, grill masters, and producers come together.
Reports of Abuse Allegations Against Train Driver in Vienna
11.10.2025 At the beginning of the year, allegations of abuse against a train driver became known in Vienna. A victim filed a complaint and since then, 19 possible affected individuals have been reported since 2003. The man is said to have lured boys into the driver's cab and abused them there. Police and the public prosecutor's office confirmed ongoing investigations.
"Stable for the Climate": More than 5,000 Participants at Climate Demonstration in Vienna
10.10.2025 On Friday, the climate strike by "Fridays for Future" (FFF) took place under the motto "Stable for the Climate." In Vienna and Linz, there were demonstrations against the "fossil policies of the government."Porr/Strabag do not take over Vamed Austria division after all
10.10.2025 The construction companies Porr and Strabag no longer plan to jointly acquire the central Austrian business of the national hospital operator and healthcare provider Vamed.
Cause of Fire in Tulln District Determined
10.10.2025 The cause of the fire in the Tulln district, in which an 85-year-old woman died in her single-family home, has now been determined.
Kick-off for Game City 2025 at Vienna City Hall
10.10.2025 The 16th Game City began today, Friday, at the Vienna City Hall.
Porr/Strabag do not take over Vamed Austria division after all
10.10.2025 The construction companies Porr and Strabag no longer plan to jointly acquire the central Austrian business of the national hospital operator and healthcare provider Vamed.
Dispute Over Monastery: Nuns Initiate Legal Action
11.10.2025 In the dispute over the unauthorized return of three nuns to the vacant Goldenstein Monastery in Elsbethen near Salzburg, the sisters have now apparently taken legal action through their lawyer.
Grocery Store Closures in Rural Areas: More and More Small Communities Without Local Suppliers
10.10.2025 389 municipalities in Austria no longer have a local supplier. According to a KMU study, the situation is particularly dramatic in Burgenland. Criticism comes from the Chamber of Commerce.
Porr/Strabag do not take over Vamed Austria division after all
10.10.2025 The construction companies Porr and Strabag no longer plan to jointly acquire the central Austrian business of the national hospital operator and healthcare provider Vamed.
Government Presents Plans for Broadband Expansion
10.10.2025 The government announced new details on the promotion of broadband expansion on Friday. Due to budget cuts, reductions have been made. For the years 2027 to 2029, 40 million euros per year are planned for the third "OpenNet" funding call, totaling 120 million euros. Originally, about 275 million euros were planned.
Warning: Fake SMS from PVA Circulating
10.10.2025 The Pension Insurance Institution (PVA) warns of fraudulent SMS messages currently circulating. It is advised not to disclose sensitive data and to report suspicious messages immediately.
Suspended DSN Officer is "Confessing to the Facts"
10.10.2025 A DSN officer suspended from duty is suspected of abuse of office and does not deny the allegations. He is accused of querying data on the Muslim Brotherhood and possibly passing on information about investigations. According to the spokesman for the Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office, Thomas Vecsey, the man has "confessed to the facts".
Damages in the Millions Due to Phishing: Campaign Raises Awareness About Fraud Scheme
10.10.2025 Internet fraud through phishing causes damages in the millions annually in Austria. Together with representatives from business and telecommunications, the Ministry of the Interior has now once again launched the second edition of the campaign "10 Days Against Phishing".
Start of Free Vaccinations Against Shingles and Pneumococci
10.10.2025 From November, vaccinations against shingles (Herpes Zoster) and pneumococci will be free for those aged 60 and over, as well as for younger at-risk groups.
After Threat Against Former Chancellor Nehammer: 17-Year-Old Sentenced
10.10.2025 At the Vienna Regional Court, a 17-year-old got off lightly on Friday after making a death threat against former Chancellor Karl Nehammer (ÖVP).
Podcast Survey: This Many People Listen Until the End
10.10.2025 Meanwhile, almost a third of Austrians occasionally listen to podcasts. The target audience is generally younger and has a higher formal education. An ideal podcast lasts between 15 and 30 minutes, as a study by the opinion research institute IMAS shows.
Chamber of Physicians for New Rules for In-House Pharmacies
10.10.2025 The Medical Association calls for a revision of the conditions for in-house pharmacies at private practice doctors. Politics should bring doctors and pharmacists to the table to find a solution. This could also enable discussions about vaccinations in pharmacies.
RH for New Insurance Model Against Extreme Weather Damage
10.10.2025 The Court of Audit has addressed insurance coverage against extreme weather damage in Austria in a report. According to the Court of Audit, only about five percent of the values of private individuals and companies are insured against flooding. The government should develop a model with appropriate compensation and deductibles. Stricter building restrictions were demanded for prevention.
Supermarket Shock: Prices for Groceries Are Getting Even More Expensive
10.10.2025 Food prices will continue to rise in the coming years. The economic research institute Wifo expects an average increase of 3.2 percent for 2026.
Wanted to Help with Flat Tire: 34-Year-Old Hit by Car in Lower Austria
10.10.2025 A helper after a vehicle breakdown was hit by a car and seriously injured on the B49 in Engelhartstetten in the district of Gänserndorf on the night of Friday.
Alice Tumler hosts Austria's ESC pre-selection
10.10.2025 Alice Tumler hosts Austria's preliminary decision for the 70th Eurovision Song Contest.
More and more Viennese are giving up their own car
10.10.2025 The trend of foregoing cars in Vienna continues: In 13 districts, the absolute number of registered cars decreased further last year.
NEOS Member of Parliament Krisper Leaves National Council
10.10.2025 The NEOS representative Stephanie Krisper will resign from her mandate as a member of the National Council at the end of October.
Man Stabbed and Robbed at Vienna's Keplerplatz
10.10.2025 On Thursday, there was a brutal robbery at Keplerplatz, during which a man was injured with a knife. The suspect is known to the authorities.
Man Stabbed and Robbed at Vienna's Keplerplatz
10.10.2025 On Thursday, there was a brutal robbery at Keplerplatz, during which a man was injured with a knife. The suspect is known to the authorities.
Man Punched 25-Year-Old in the Face in Vienna-Favoriten
10.10.2025 On Thursday, a dispute between three men escalated in Vienna-Favoriten.
Vandalism in the Corridor: Police Operation in Vienna-Floridsdorf Due to Relationship Dispute
10.10.2025 An attentive witness reported an incident in a residential building in Vienna-Floridsdorf on Thursday evening, which led to a police operation.
Break-In with Plastic Strip Trick: Women Caught in Vienna-Favoriten
10.10.2025 On Tuesday, two women in Vienna-Favoriten were handcuffed after being caught by police during a burglary in a residential building. The duo is said to belong to a gang operating across Europe.
Cause SOS Children's Village: Several Contact Points Established for Those Affected
10.10.2025 SOS Children's Villages has set up several contact points for individuals who have "experienced injustice" in the past.
Jewelry Thief Tracked Down After Heists in Vienna and Tulln
10.10.2025 Investigators from the State Criminal Office of Lower Austria have solved two spectacular jewelry thefts in Tulln and Vienna. A 46-year-old is in custody.
Premiere at the Vienna City Hall: 554,000 Euros Collected at Charity Gala for Children with Cancer
10.10.2025 The premiere of the exclusive charity gala "KIDS FUTURE UNLOCKED" in support of St. Anna Children's Cancer Research took place at the Vienna City Hall on September 18. A total of 554,264 euros was raised through donations and auctions. The amount is intended to directly fund the development of new therapies for children with cancer.
Start for First Participatory Supermarket in Vienna
10.10.2025 The new participatory supermarket by MILA opens its doors on Friday at Vivenotgasse 29 in Vienna-Meidling. With a variety of products, the store now offers a sustainable and socially just shopping opportunity.
Kickl's Helpers
10.10.2025 Guest commentary by Johannes Huber. August Wöginger strengthens the FPÖ leader, indeed rolls out the carpet to the chancellery for him even further than it already is.
Action Month "Yellow September" Ends with Strong Appeal
10.10.2025 With the World Mental Health Day on Friday, the first "Yellow September" action month conducted in Austria has come to an end.
How to Find the Perfect Tenant - and Keep Them
10.10.2025 Selecting the right tenant is crucial to ensure long-term and stable rental relationships. With a careful approach, you can avoid payment defaults, conflicts, and frequent tenant changes. We have six practical tips to make your search for the perfect tenant a success.
Here the most expensive house in downtown Vienna was sold in 2024
10.10.2025 The most expensive building sold in downtown Vienna in 2024 is a tenement house. It was sold for 151.7 million euros.
Rewe considers Unimarkt acquisition: Branches are to be retained
10.10.2025 The retail group Rewe is considering a possible acquisition of locations from the Unimarkt group. A total of around 90 branches are up for sale, with Upper Austria being a particularly attractive area.
Medical Emergency in Lower Austria: Car Driver Died at Accident Scene
10.10.2025 On Thursday evening, a serious accident occurred in Kirchschlag in the district of Wiener Neustadt, in which a 79-year-old man died.
45 Goals: Arnautovic Crowns Himself as the New Record Goal Scorer
10.10.2025 The hunt for Toni Polster's goal record has come to an end: During the World Cup qualifier at Vienna's Happel Stadium, Marko Arnautovic once again demonstrated his goal-scoring qualities and now holds 45 international goals after his four-goal performance.
WM-Quali: ÖFB-Team Shines with 10:0 Record Victory Against San Marino
10.10.2025 Austria's national football team delivered a game for the history books on Thursday. The 10:0 victory at Vienna's Ernst-Happel-Stadion against San Marino was the highest win ever for the ÖFB team - and Marko Arnautovic crowned himself the new record goal scorer with now 45 goals.
Severe Mental Stress Affects Almost Every Second Woman in Austria
10.10.2025 In Austria, almost every second woman feels heavily psychologically burdened. This type of stress is generally an issue for even three out of four women, according to a survey presented by the market research institute TQS on behalf of the company Pure Encapsulations for World Mental Health Day (October 10) on Thursday in Vienna.
Badner Bahn operates with limited service during the autumn holidays
10.10.2025 The Wiener Lokalbahnen are conducting necessary modernization work on the infrastructure of the Badner Bahn during the autumn holidays. From October 25, operations will therefore be limited - all information here.
Cyclist Seriously Injured in Traffic Accident in Vienna-Meidling
9.10.2025 On Thursday afternoon, a traffic accident occurred in the area of Sagedergasse between a car driver and a cyclist.
Civil Servant Health Insurance: More Federal States Adopt Federal Agreement
10.10.2025 After the conclusion of the salary negotiations at the federal level, Vienna, Tyrol, and Graz announced on Thursday that they would adopt this agreement. The federal government and the union had agreed that from January to the end of June 2026, there would be no salary increase. From July 2026 to July 2027, the salary will increase by 3.3 percent.
Severely Injured in Traffic Accident in Horn
9.10.2025 On Thursday, several people were seriously injured in a traffic accident in the Horn district.
Eurovision Song Contest 2026: Reports of Pressure from Stocker on ORF and Vienna
9.10.2025 While a chance for peace is emerging in Gaza, there is still unrest in the ESC environment. Before the vote on Israel's exclusion in November, Chancellor Stocker is said to be putting pressure on the ORF and the city of Vienna to cancel the Song Contest in Austria if Israel is excluded.