Theater and Film Actress Lotte Ledl Dies at 95
7.10.2025 The Austrian theater and film actress Lotte Ledl has passed away. Her son Alexander Riff informed the APA that the chamber actress died on Sunday at the age of 95.
Trial Against ÖVP Club Chairman Wöginger Started with a Twist
7.10.2025 On Tuesday, the trial against August Wöginger for abuse of authority began at the Linz Regional Court with a possible twist.
Free Influenza Vaccination Now Available
7.10.2025 With a higher number of available vaccine doses, the influenza vaccination campaign is starting this year in Austria.
Austria Overcomes Recession, But Inflation Remains High
7.10.2025 The domestic economy is returning from the recession according to the latest economic forecast by the institutes Wifo and IHS. Both institutes expect slight growth in the gross domestic product for the current year.
E-Scooter drove 68 km/h: 15-year-old stopped in Vienna-Simmering
7.10.2025 In Vienna-Simmering, a 15-year-old was stopped on Monday, whose e-scooter could travel at 68 km/h.
Illegal Spray Action in Vienna-Brigittenau: 20-Year-Old Arrested
7.10.2025 In the night from Sunday to Monday, there was a police operation in Burghardtgasse in Vienna-Brigittenau. Initially, it was assumed to be a burglary.
20-Year-Old Attacked and Robbed by Three Women in Her Apartment in Vienna-Hernals
7.10.2025 In Vienna-Hernals, a 20-year-old woman was attacked and robbed in her apartment by three women on Monday afternoon.
Pedestrian Injured in Traffic Accident in Vienna-Floridsdorf
7.10.2025 On Monday, a pedestrian was injured in a traffic accident in Vienna-Floridsdorf.
Three Shoplifters Caught at Vienna Central Station
7.10.2025 Three men already known to the police were arrested on Monday at Vienna Central Station after being observed stealing goods worth over 400 euros in a drugstore.
Young and Homeless: Caritas Calls for Nationwide Strategy
7.10.2025 Caritas draws attention to homelessness among adolescents and young adults and calls for a nationwide comprehensive strategy.Post Partially Resumes Parcel Shipping in USA
7.10.2025 Starting from tomorrow, Wednesday, private individuals in Austria can once again send gift shipments valued under 100 US dollars to the USA, provided the US authorities do not change any new declaration requirements.
Two Years After Hamas Attack: Van der Bellen Remembers October 7, 2023
7.10.2025 On Tuesday, Federal President Alexander Van der Bellen commemorated the second anniversary of the Hamas terror attack on Israel.
Attempted Rape in Lower Austria: Who Knows This Man?
7.10.2025 On September 27, 2025, there was an attempted rape on an unlit field path in Klangen, a locality in Weinburg, in the Lower Austrian district of St. Pölten. The police are requesting information from the public via the release of a composite sketch.
Stocks on the Rise: More and More Austrians Investing in Securities
7.10.2025 More and more Austrians are interested in securities. The actual ownership of such investments has also increased significantly compared to the previous year.
Österreich überwindet Rezession, aber Inflation bleibt hoch
7.10.2025 The domestic economy is returning from the recession according to the latest economic forecast by the institutes Wifo and IHS. Both institutes expect a slight growth in the gross domestic product for the current year.
Austria Overcomes Recession, But Inflation Remains High
7.10.2025 The domestic economy is returning from the recession according to the latest economic forecast by the institutes Wifo and IHS. Both institutes expect a slight growth in the gross domestic product for the current year.
Tough Austerity Course Puts Austria on the Podium in EU Comparison
7.10.2025 Austria is currently pursuing one of the most restrictive austerity policies within the European Union. This is shown by an analysis from the Momentum Institute based on data from the EU Commission.
After Insolvency of 123-Transporter: Restructuring Proceedings Opened
7.10.2025 A restructuring procedure without self-administration has been opened at the Regional Court of Wiener Neustadt for 123 Shared Mobility GmbH, the operator of the 123-Transporter brand in Austria, based in Ternitz, Lower Austria.
"Let's not rush": Rental package likely not coming until 2026
7.10.2025 The rental and housing package of the federal government is expected to come into effect only at the beginning of 2026. The parliamentary processing of the draft could be postponed until the new year.
Dispute Over Care for Long Covid Patients
7.10.2025 The care of people with post-acute infection syndromes such as Long Covid or ME/CFS is "comprehensively ensured" in Austria according to the Ministry of Social Affairs. The Greens sharply criticize this assessment.
TALIS Study Shows: Mental Strain in the Teaching Profession is Increasing
7.10.2025 According to the TALIS study, Austria's teachers are largely satisfied with their professional activities, but mental stress is increasing. The lack of support staff remains an issue.
New Teachers Hardly Feel Prepared for Everyday School Life
7.10.2025 The criticism of teacher training in Austria is gaining new momentum with the current TALIS study by the OECD: Only 42 percent of new teachers at middle schools and lower secondary schools feel well prepared for everyday school life after their studies.
AK supports plans for grid fees for electricity producers
7.10.2025 The Chamber of Labor clearly advocates for the introduction of grid fees for electricity producers. Currently, producers bear only about six percent of the grid costs, while 94 percent fall on consumers. According to the Chamber of Labor, this imbalance should be corrected in the future.Gaming, Cosplay & Consultation: What Vienna Game City 2025 Offers
7.10.2025 From October 10 to 12, the Vienna City Hall will once again transform into a paradise for video game enthusiasts. Game City offers a mix of entertainment, technology, and education with free admission.
Start for ÖFB Training Ahead of Football World Cup Qualifiers
6.10.2025 On Monday, the first ÖFB training for the World Cup qualifiers took place with eight players.
Meinl-Reisinger: No Place for Antisemitism in Austria
6.10.2025 Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger (NEOS) stated that anti-Semitism should have no place in society, as it is "incompatible with our fundamental values of liberal democracy, human dignity, and fundamental rights."
Opening for Trial of Abused Teacher in Vienna
6.10.2025 A role may also have been played by the fact that some of the defendants belonged to a youth gang of 70 to 80 people who did not shy away from violence. They were shown videos that depicted the boys committing crimes - such as car break-ins.
Celestial Spectacle Over Vienna: Supermoon Meets Dragon Meteor Shower
6.10.2025 Tuesday morning offers the chance to marvel at two celestial events: the first supermoon of the year and the Draconid meteor shower. Whether a good view will be available in Vienna is questionable.
Severely Injured in Collision in Mistelbach
6.10.2025 In a head-on collision between a moped car and a truck on Monday in Mistelbach, a 67-year-old man and his 60-year-old passenger sustained serious injuries.
NÖ: 79-Year-Old Hit by Moped Car on Pedestrian Crossing
6.10.2025 A 79-year-old pedestrian was hit by a vehicle on a zebra crossing in Wiener Neustadt on Monday.
Environmental Control Report Shows Major Challenges and Positive Trends
6.10.2025 Austria faces significant challenges in environmental protection, according to the 14th Environmental Control Report by the Environment Agency Austria. It shows that Austria is making progress in CO2 reduction. However, climate change is worsening the situation. On a positive note, previous environmental protection measures are showing effects, according to Environment Minister Totschnig.
"Public Transport Originals": Wiener Linien Show Faces Behind the System
6.10.2025 At the end of September, Wiener Linien opened the exhibition "Public Transport Originals - People Who Move Vienna" at Praterstern. It features portraits of those employees who keep Vienna's public transport running daily.
20-Year-Old Sentenced After Threats Against Mauthausen Concentration Camp Memorial
6.10.2025 A 20-year-old man was sentenced in Linz to eight months in prison, seven of which are suspended, because he threatened employees of the Mauthausen concentration camp memorial at a celebration and posted corresponding messages. The verdict is final.
Survey Shows: Boss is the Biggest Stress Factor at Work
6.10.2025 A survey by karriere.at for World Mental Health Day shows: 57 percent of respondents find their workday very or rather stressful. The main reason is the collaboration with their supervisor.
New Group Therapy in Vienna: Help for Adolescents After Experiencing Violence
6.10.2025 At the Trauma and Stress Outpatient Clinic (TRUST) of the University Clinic for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at MedUni Vienna and the University Hospital AKH Vienna, a new offer has been created for female adolescents who have experienced violence.Emirates is looking for reinforcements in Vienna again
6.10.2025 Emirates sucht nach wie vor Cabin Crew Mitglieder, und am 8. Oktober gibt's in Wien die nächste Chance: Beim so genannten Emirates Open Day sucht die Airline Interessierte, die Teil der multinationalen Cabin Crew werden möchten.
Difficult Struggle for Civil Servant Health Insurance Before Next Round of Negotiations
6.10.2025 The negotiations over civil servant salaries for next year continue to be difficult and could continue on Tuesday evening. However, a final date has not been set. Behind the scenes, there is constant exchange, but a major breakthrough has not yet been achieved.
"New Eisenstädter": FPÖ Against Purchase of Housing Company in Burgenland
6.10.2025 The FPÖ criticizes the planned purchase of the housing company "Neue Eisenstädter" by Burgenland and demands full transparency.
EU Approval for Electricity Subsidy in Austria
6.10.2025 The EU Commission approved an Austrian regulation on Monday to support the security of electricity supply in accordance with EU state aid rules. This regulation is set to come into effect in October 2026 for five years.
Alcohol and Drug Checks in Vienna: 24 Licenses Revoked, 333 Tests Conducted
6.10.2025 During large-scale traffic controls in the east of Vienna, numerous drivers were stopped over the weekend due to alcohol or drug impairment.
Focus Campaign Against Speeders in Vienna
6.10.2025 Last weekend, the Döbling City Police Command conducted a traffic police focus operation in Döbling and Meidling.
Vienna Police Catch Young E-Scooter Robbers
6.10.2025 Two boys aged 13 and 14 robbed a peer of an e-scooter in Vienna-Penzing on Sunday under the threat of violence. One of the suspects was arrested, and a knife was secured.
Teenagers Arrested After Vehicle Theft
6.10.2025 On Sunday, officers from the Floridsdorf City Police Command were called to Dunantgasse due to a vehicle fire.
Illegal Joyride with Grandpa's Car: Vienna Teen Crashes into Several Cars
6.10.2025 A teenager took his grandfather's car without permission on the night of Sunday and caused an accident with several parked vehicles during a joyride in Vienna-Donaustadt.
Happy Ending in the Stable: Horse Back on Its Feet After Fire Department Operation
6.10.2025 A 500-kilogram stallion could no longer stand up in a riding stable in Ebreichsdorf. The fire department arrived on World Animal Day with special equipment and a loading crane – and, together with a veterinarian, got the elderly animal back on its feet.
Violation of Conditions: Arrest of Teichtmeister
6.10.2025 The former Burgtheater actor Florian Teichtmeister, who was sentenced to two years of suspended imprisonment by the Vienna Regional Court in September 2023 for possession and production of files depicting abuse of children and adolescents, was arrested over the weekend. He is believed to have violated court-imposed conditions.
Marterbauer Rejects Reduction of Food Value-Added Tax
6.10.2025 Finance Minister Marterbauer has spoken out against the proposal by Wifo Director Gabriel Felbermayr to reduce the value-added tax on food, in light of the current budget situation.
"9 Places - 9 Treasures": City Park for Vienna in the Race for Victory 2025
6.10.2025 For the twelfth time, "9 Places - 9 Treasures" is taking place this year to determine the most beautiful place in Austria. Armin Assinger and Barbara Karlich host the show together with the ORF regional studios, celebrities from the federal states, and the audience. The goal is to crown Austria's most beautiful hidden place.
Plakolm Tour Through Western Balkan States Started
6.10.2025 In Skopje, European Minister Plakolm met with North Macedonian European Minister Orhan Murtezani and Slovenian State Secretary for European Affairs Neva Grašič for a working discussion.
Retail Shrunk in August
6.10.2025 In August, retail sales shrank. Although the revenues were nominally 0.8 percent higher than those of the previous year, when considering inflation, the revenues decreased by 2.2 percent in real terms.