15-year-old missing in Wiener Neustadt: Who has seen Chiara?
2.10.2025 "The 15-year-old Chiara H. has been missing from her residence in Wiener Neustadt since October 1, 2025," writes the Lower Austria State Police Directorate via a release on Thursday. By publishing a photo, they hope for information from the public.
Budget deficit to remain at 4.5 percent despite worse forecast
2.10.2025 The deficit of 4.5 percent of GDP is to be maintained, however, the expected deficit will be one billion higher than originally planned. The Ministry of Finance has forwarded this information to the EU and informed the public about it on Thursday.
Influenza Strain Eradicated by Pandemic Measures: Only Triple Flu Vaccination Now
3.10.2025 Previously, there were triple and quadruple flu vaccinations, but starting this year, vaccinations will generally only be against two Influenza A strains and one B strain. One of the two Influenza B strains is no longer circulating because "it was eradicated by the pandemic measures."
ORF Launches Initiative to Strengthen Media Literacy in Schools
2.10.2025 Today, on October 2, 2025, ORF launched a large-scale media literacy initiative to raise awareness among young people about dealing with misinformation.
Investigations for Fraud and Embezzlement Against Head of 123-Transporter in Lower Austria
2.10.2025 Investigations are underway against the managing director of the rental company 123-Transporter, located in Ternitz (Neunkirchen district), on suspicion of serious commercial fraud and embezzlement. The proceedings are still in the early stages, explained Erich Habitzl, spokesperson for the Wiener Neustadt public prosecutor's office, on Thursday in response to an APA inquiry about a report by the newspaper "Heute". The investigations are based on several complaints. The Chamber of Labor (AK) reported thousands of complaints regarding debits.
WWF launches petition against beaver killings
2.10.2025 In Austria, up to 713 beavers are currently on the shooting list, even though they are strictly protected under EU law. This is shown by a recent WWF analysis of the possible shooting quotas in several federal states. The WWF calls for an immediate stop to the killing policy.
Arrest After Money Found Following Truck Crash
2.10.2025 A truck driver was arrested after banknotes were found in the Vösendorf tunnel on the S1 following an accident involving multiple trucks.
Lotto Sixfold Jackpot Cracked: 7.8 Million Euros Go to Burgenland
2.10.2025 On Wednesday, the Lotto sixfold jackpot was cracked with a solo six. There were two wins in the Joker.
Austria Misses Climate Targets Significantly
2.10.2025 The situation "Austria in a World of Climate Overshoot" was discussed at the "Overshoot Conference" at IIASA in Laxenburg. Experts agreed that Austria is significantly missing its climate targets, which is a cause for concern.
"Vienna in Rose Glory": 25th Festival of the Viennese Song Started
2.10.2025 The festival "Vienna in Rosenstolz" presents itself as a "festival of the Viennese song and Viennese music, colorful and self-confident." This was impressively demonstrated at the opening of the 25th edition at the Theater am Spittelberg on Wednesday. The opening evening was particularly characterized by versatility: Four ensembles presented an impressive variety in musical and thematic terms in two different constellations. The festival runs until October 31, 2025.
Louis Tomlinson Concert at Wiener Marx Halle
2.10.2025 Louis Tomlinson has announced concerts for 2026 following his new single "Lemonade" and will also come to Vienna.
Strong Vintage 2025 for Viennese Winemakers
2.10.2025 The grape harvest at the Wiener Nussberg is in full swing. It started two weeks ago.
Improvements in AT-Alert in Styria
2.10.2025 This coming Saturday, another test of the siren alarm will take place across Austria. In Styria, lessons have been learned from its previous use in three events, and improvements have been made, explained Günter Hohenberger from the State Warning Center and Harald Eitner from the State's Disaster Protection Department.
Worldwide Mourning for Primate Researcher Goodall
2.10.2025 The death of primatologist and environmentalist Jane Goodall has led to worldwide mourning and recognition. She passed away during a lecture tour in California at the age of 91, as reported by the Jane Goodall Institute.
Public Transport Disruption After Water Pipe Burst in Vienna-Liesing
2.10.2025 A water pipe burst causes a public transport disruption in Vienna-Liesing on Thursday. A replacement service has been set up.New at the Transport Museum Remise: What Drives the Wiener Linien
2.10.2025 The Transport Museum Remise in Vienna presents new exhibits on the drive technology of Wiener Linien just in time for the Long Night of Museums and offers insights into historical and modern vehicles.
Possible Biomarker for Long-Covid Discovered
2.10.2025 A blood protein was recently identified as a potential indicator for the development of long-Covid. Scientists led by MedUni Vienna have demonstrated that Pentraxin 3 (PTX-3) shows significantly elevated levels in individuals who have survived a severe Covid-19 illness, even months after the end of the infection. This has led to the discovery of a possible biomarker for persistent tissue damage, long-term immune activation, and complications arising after Covid-19.
Prison Sentence After Attempted Murder of Police Officer in Front of Parliament
2.10.2025 A 31-year-old man was sentenced to ten years in prison by the Vienna Regional Court on Wednesday for attempted murder. On April 23, he attempted to shoot a police officer in front of the parliament after he had made contact with two officers whom he did not understand due to language barriers.
So Vienna's Kitchens Want to Waste Less Food
1.10.2025 Around 100 establishments in Vienna, including schools and hospitals, use the program of the initiative United Against Waste, which has reduced food waste by an average of 16 percent since 2018 with the help of the MONEYTOR tool and helps to reduce CO₂ emissions. Schools, in particular, are making progress by optimizing ordering systems and involving children in menu planning.
European Bauhaus Prize for Vienna Project "die HausWirtschaft"
1.10.2025 The Vienna building group project "die HausWirtschaft" has been awarded the European Bauhaus Prize, endowed with 30,000 euros, in the category "Regaining a Sense of Belonging" in Brussels.
Moose "Emil" now traveling between Bavaria and the Czech Republic
2.10.2025 The moose "Emil", who roamed through Austria for about a month, has been in the Bohemian Forest since last Monday and is commuting between Bavaria and the Czech Republic. However, the battery of his GPS tracker has now run out.
Resignation in the SOS Children's Village Case
1.10.2025 After criticism regarding a potential bias of the commission that is supposed to investigate the structures of SOS Children's Villages following abuse allegations, the panel will be reconstituted.
Vienna Museum Dedicates Its Own Exhibition to Meat
1.10.2025 The Vienna Museum dedicates an exhibition to the controversial topic of meat, highlighting the change in consumption and the historical significance of Vienna as a meat trading hub.
The basic food supplies are running out at the Vienna social markets
1.10.2025 The Vienna social markets of the Samaritan Association are facing an increasing challenge. The demand for affordable basic foodstuffs is rising - but the resources are not sufficient.
High Inflation Could Overturn Trade Collective Agreement
1.10.2025 Due to high inflation, the trade collective agreement (KV) originally concluded for two years will likely need to be renegotiated. A final decision on this is expected in mid-October.
Buch Wien as Big as Never Before: Over 100 Additional Program Points
1.10.2025 The Buch Wien 2025 expands with 5,000 additional square meters and over 100 new program points. This year's offering is curated for the first time by Julia Kospach.
61-year-old Fence Caught by Vienna Police
1.10.2025 On Monday, the Vienna police provisionally arrested a 61-year-old suspected fence.
Not enough cannabis from the dealer: Man in Vienna-Favoriten calls police
1.10.2025 A 39-year-old Austrian was cheated by an acquaintance during a drug deal: He did not receive the agreed amount and was refused the change. The buyer had enough and called the police.
Police Warn: Fraudsters Impersonate Employees of Vienna Water
1.10.2025 The Vienna police warn the public about con artists who pose as employees of MA31 (Vienna Water) either by phone or in person.
Neglected Car Cemetery in Vienna-Favoriten Dissolved
1.10.2025 Several completely derelict vehicles on an ÖBB site in Vienna-Favoriten were removed by the Immediate Measures Group with the support of MA 48 and ÖBB. The car graveyard posed a potential environmental and fire hazard for local residents.
Golden Late Summer: September Set a Heat Record
2.10.2025 Despite more rain and less sunshine, this year's September is among the warmest in the 259-year history of measurements according to Geosphere Austria. There were significant regional differences – the peak value was over 32 degrees.
Over 375,000 Unemployed: Unemployment Rises Again
1.10.2025 Unemployment in Austria recorded another increase in September with over 375,000 affected, with numbers continuously rising since April 2023.
Government Begins Work on Africa Strategy with Focus on Economy and Migration
1.10.2025 Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger presented the launch of an Africa strategy on Wednesday. The goal is new partnerships in economy, migration, education, and security. Implementation is planned for 2027.
After Russian OMV Espionage: Austrian Diplomat Expelled from Russia
1.10.2025 After a Russian diplomat had to leave Austria due to alleged espionage at OMV, Russia has expelled an Austrian embassy staff member in Moscow, as confirmed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (BMEIA) in Vienna.
Plakolm for Educational Institutions for Delinquent Youth
1.10.2025 After ten teenagers were provisionally acquitted on Friday of the charge of sexual acts with a twelve-year-old, discussions continue on Wednesday.
More Traffic Fatalities Again: VCÖ Advocates for Stricter Rules
1.10.2025 The number of traffic fatalities in Austria has risen sharply this year, which is why the mobility organization VCÖ is calling for stricter rules and new speed limits modeled after Switzerland to improve road safety.
Mysterious Discovery of a Corpse in the Forest: Information Requested
1.10.2025 Ein skelettierter Leichnam, der in einem abgelegenen Waldstück in der Obersteiermark gefunden wurde, gibt der Polizei Rätsel auf. Die Identität des etwa 60-jährigen Mannes blieb trotz umfassender Ermittlungen bislang unklar, nun wird die Bevölkerung um Hinweise gebeten.
Plakolm for Educational Institutions for Delinquent Youth
1.10.2025 After ten teenagers were provisionally acquitted on Friday of the charge of sexual acts with a twelve-year-old, discussions continue on Wednesday.
Against Regulations: Restaurant "Kelsen" in Parliament Had to Give Up Environmental Label
1.10.2025 The parliamentary restaurant "Kelsen" has lost the Austrian Eco-label. The reason is violations of criteria such as regionality and organic quality. A recertification is planned.
Survey Shows: Every Second Person Has Already Littered
1.10.2025 Whether cigarette butts or coffee cups: According to the first Austrian littering report, 15,000 tons of waste are left on streets and in nature every year. The costs are borne by municipalities – and volunteers.
Project Should Publish Lobau Report
1.10.2025 The Greens are demanding from Transport Minister Peter Hanke the publication of any new reports on the now once again planned construction of the Lobau Tunnel.
Social Economy Collective Agreement: Unions Demand Increase Above Inflation Rate
1.10.2025 At the start of the collective bargaining negotiations, GPA and vida presented their demands to the Social Economy Austria on Wednesday. Despite employers' calls for austerity, the unions are demanding more money – primarily due to the persistently high inflation.
Volbeat rocks the Wiener Stadthalle: A Metal Folk Festival for Everyone
2.10.2025 Volbeat captivate as part of their "Greatest Of All Tours Worldwide" tour in the Vienna Stadthalle with a diverse program.
Over 375,000 Unemployed: Unemployment Rises Again
1.10.2025 Unemployment in Austria recorded another increase in September with over 375,000 affected, with numbers continuously rising since April 2023.
Sick Pony Abandoned in Gmünd: New Home for "Helene"
1.10.2025 The sick mini-pony Helene, which was found alone in the Gmünd district and may have been abandoned due to paralysis, has now found a permanent home at the animal shelter Pfotenhilfe in Upper Austria and can look forward to a new friend.
New School Year Brings Suspension Support: These Are the Penalties for Non-Compliance
1.10.2025 In the future, suspended students are to be accompanied during their absence. Education Minister Christoph Wiederkehr (NEOS) emphasized before the Council of Ministers on Wednesday that the goal is the rehabilitation and resocialization of the children and adolescents. Parents who do not cooperate with this accompaniment must expect administrative fines ranging from 150 to 1,000 euros. The mandatory measure is to come into effect from the 2026/27 school year.
Inflation remains high at 4 percent in September
1.10.2025 Inflation in Austria remains high at 4 percent in September, with the service sector and increased energy costs being the main drivers.
100-Kilo World War Bomb Discovered During Construction Work in Weiz
1.10.2025 In the Styrian city of Weiz, a World War II bomb was discovered and successfully defused on Tuesday, leading to extensive evacuations and traffic closures.
Toilet break used for escape: 27-year-old recaptured by police
1.10.2025 A 27-year-old man escaped from the Mattersburg police station on Tuesday evening after his arrest, but was caught again shortly thereafter.
October as the Most Dangerous Month for Austria's Schoolchildren
1.10.2025 The number of accidents on the way to school increases every year in October, which experts attribute to changed traffic conditions and lack of routine.
The Journey of Our Amazon Orders: A Look Inside the Distribution Center in Vienna-Liesing
1.10.2025 The Amazon distribution center in Vienna-Liesing, in operation for five years, processes up to 60,000 packages daily and plays a crucial role in supplying Vienna and parts of the eastern region.
"The Most Beautiful Books of Austria 2024": These Are the Winners
1.10.2025 The 15 awarded titles of the competition "The Most Beautiful Books of Austria 2024" have been announced. A panel of experts selected the works.
Quail Hunting with Illegal Decoys: BirdLife Raises Alarm
1.10.2025 In the middle of the hunting area near Neusiedl am See in Burgenland, BirdLife Austria documented the use of prohibited decoys. The NGO identifies systematic violations and calls for an end to quail hunting.
Incident Commander Transferred After Persmanhof Operation
30.09.2025 After the controversial police operation on July 27 at the Persmanhof in Carinthia, the Ministry of the Interior has taken initial measures.
OMV Espionage Case: Russian Diplomat Left Austria
30.09.2025 A few days after the revelation of a suspected espionage case at the oil, gas, and chemical company OMV, Austria has declared a Russian diplomat as a "persona non grata".