Vienna Budget Decision Planned Before Christmas
25.09.2025 December instead of November for the budget resolution: The Vienna budget resolution is now planned later than initially expected.
ESC 2026 with Israel? It Gets Serious in November
25.09.2025 Regarding a possible participation of Israel in the ESC in Vienna, things will get serious in November. The EBU is convening an extraordinary general assembly.
SOS Children's Village: Klagenfurt Public Prosecutor Investigates Carinthian State Employees
25.09.2025 The public prosecutor's office in Klagenfurt has initiated proceedings against officials of the state of Carinthia on suspicion of abuse of office. Upon request from APA, spokesperson Markus Kitz confirmed a report by ORF Carinthia.
Federal and State Governments Discuss Social Welfare Reform
25.09.2025 Thursday brought a meeting on the planned social welfare reform.
Vienna Budget Decision Planned Before Christmas
25.09.2025 December instead of November for the budget resolution: The Vienna budget resolution is now planned later than initially expected.
NGO Financing: FPÖ Initiates "Small Inquiry Committee"
25.09.2025 The parliamentary correspondence reported on Thursday that the subcommittee of the Court of Audit Committee of the National Council will deal with state subsidies and performance agreements of non-profit associations.
“Octoberfest Weekend”: Hard Rock Cafe Vienna invites you to a rocking Wiesn
25.09.2025 "O’zapft is" is the call from Thursday, October 2 to Sunday, October 5, 2025, at the Hard Rock Cafe Vienna. The popular traditional festival moves to Rotenturmstraße for a weekend – with authentic Wiesn atmosphere, live music, and plenty of fun. One of the weekend's highlights is the Oktoberfest Brunch "Rock The Maß" on Saturday, October 4, 2025.
Signs for the Construction of the Lobau Tunnel Look Good
25.09.2025 Transport Minister Peter Hanke (SPÖ) announced on Thursday at the Asfinag headquarters in the federal capital "the completion of the S1 Vienna Outer Ring Expressway." The start of the first of the two sections is planned for the coming spring. For the second section with the Lobau Tunnel, the approval procedures are not yet completed.
27-Year-Old Confessed to Arson Series in Fischamend
25.09.2025 Criminal investigators from Lower Austria have solved several arson cases in Fischamend (district Bruck a. d. Leitha) from August with the arrest of a 27-year-old local resident.
Learning Platform for Real Life: freifach.at Launched
25.09.2025 The new educational platform freifach.at is online. It provides young people with knowledge that is relevant in everyday life but often neglected in school - including topics such as taxes, insurance, or rental agreements.
Trial on Sexual Offenses Against Twelve-Year-Old Started in Vienna
25.09.2025 In the federal capital, a trial concerning sexual acts with a then twelve-year-old, which according to the indictment occurred in the 10th district of Vienna, began on Thursday.
Contest for the Cinema Release of "FUNNY PEOPLE"
25.09.2025 On October 2nd, the heartwarming buddy story "HOW LIFE SOMETIMES PLAYS" starts in local cinemas. We are giving away movie tickets and vouchers for the French café Le Bol in Vienna.
He is responsible for the stage design for the ESC 2026 in Vienna
25.09.2025 Florian Wieder will have a hand in the stage design for the ESC 2026 in Vienna.
EU Funding: Domestic Researchers Secured Over 1.5 Billion Euros
25.09.2025 Domestic institutions have exceeded the mark of 1.5 billion euros in funds raised under the EU framework program for research funding called "Horizon Europe," which has been running since 2021.
Strong Increase in Food Prices in Austria
25.09.2025 Austria has had to cope with a significant increase in food prices. An ECB analysis sees an increase of 33 percent compared to the end of 2019.
New Kindergarten in the Vienna Sophienspital Area to Open in Spring 2026
25.09.2025 In the new urban district "sophie7" in Vienna-Neubau, a seven-group kindergarten is being built. Registrations are already possible now.
Vienna Kaiser Wiesn 2025 Opens: "Life is a Celebration!" in the Prater
26.09.2025 The Vienna Kaiser Wiesn 2025 is officially opened. Under the motto "Life is a Fest!" the starting signal for Austria's largest traditional and Oktoberfest was given on Thursday morning in the Vienna Prater. Present were: Mayor Michael Ludwig, District Chairman Alexander Nikolai, and numerous prominent guests.
Burglary Series in Styrian Farm Shops: Six Teenagers Charged
25.09.2025 Six teenagers are said to be responsible for 14 burglaries in farm shops and newspaper stands in Styria.
More and More Food Ends Up in the Trash in Austria
25.09.2025 In Austrian households, more and more food is being disposed of. According to a survey by Iglo Austria, presented on Thursday for the International Day against Food Waste, 80 percent of respondents stated that they throw away food. In 2023, it was still 68 percent.
Knife Attack in Vienna-Meidling: Police Separate Fighting Men
25.09.2025 In an apartment in Vienna-Meidling, a bloody altercation occurred between two men on Wednesday. The police had to intervene, and one of the brawlers was handcuffed.
Infringement Procedure Against Austria Initiated: What It's About
25.09.2025 The EU Commission has initiated infringement proceedings against more than a dozen countries, including Austria.
Federal and States Discuss Social Assistance Reform
25.09.2025 Minister Schumann had commissioned a statement from the Constitutional Service of the Federal Chancellery, which was made public via "Press" the day before today's meeting. According to it, for reasons of equal treatment, the planned "integration phase" should apply not only to immigrants but to all candidates - and thus also to Austrian citizens. This report supported a view that the Ministry of Social Affairs had already communicated two weeks ago - and which had caused irritation among the coalition partners ÖVP and NEOS.
New Vienna Tram Line 27 Connects Floridsdorf and Donaustadt from October
25.09.2025 Starting in October, the new tram line 27 will connect Floridsdorf with Aspern Nord. Six new stops, climate-friendly planning, and quick transfers are expected to ease the burden for thousands of passengers.
Drug Dealer Caught in Vienna-Ottakring
25.09.2025 In Vienna-Ottakring, a 43-year-old man was arrested on Wednesday evening. The police seized approximately 3,160 grams of cocaine and almost 9,000 euros in cash.
Dispute Among Ex-Partners in Vienna-Favoriten Escalated
25.09.2025 After an escalated altercation between ex-partners in Vienna-Favoriten, both parties were arrested on Wednesday night.
26-Year-Old in Vienna-Brigittenau Threatened Friends with Murder
25.09.2025 On the night of Thursday, the police were alerted due to a violent altercation in an apartment in the Wallensteinstraße-Jägerstraße area in Vienna-Brigittenau.
Apartment Available - But No One Rents? This is Behind the Dilemma
27.09.2025 According to a survey, many Austrians would rent out their second home – but concerns about damages, tenancy law, and return are stalling the housing market.
Signs for the Construction of the Lobau Tunnel Look Promising
25.09.2025 Transport Minister Peter Hanke (SPÖ) announced on Thursday at the Asfinag headquarters in the federal capital "the completion of the S1 Vienna Outer Ring Expressway." The start of the first of the two sections is planned for the coming spring. For the second section with the Lobau Tunnel, the approval procedures are not yet completed.
Travel Information System: Change is Imminent
25.09.2025 With regard to the travel information system of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, there will be a change.
Knife Attack in Vienna-Meidling: Police Separate Fighting Men
25.09.2025 In an apartment in Vienna-Meidling, a bloody altercation occurred between two men on Wednesday. The police had to intervene, and one of the brawlers was handcuffed.
Austria and Germany Slow Down on EU Combustion Engine Ban
25.09.2025 Economy Minister Hattmannsdorfer and his German counterpart Reiche spoke out against the EU's ban on combustion engines for passenger cars and light commercial vehicles during a meeting in Berlin, advocating for technological openness and the recognition of CO2-neutral fuels.
Dispute Among Ex-Partners in Vienna-Favoriten Escalated
25.09.2025 After an escalated altercation between ex-partners in Vienna-Favoriten, both parties were arrested on the night of Wednesday.
SOS Children's Village: Klagenfurt Public Prosecutor Investigates Carinthian State Employees
25.09.2025 The public prosecutor's office in Klagenfurt has initiated proceedings against officials of the state of Carinthia on suspicion of abuse of office. Upon request from APA, spokesperson Markus Kitz confirmed a report by ORF Carinthia.
SOS Children's Village: Klagenfurt Public Prosecutor Investigates Carinthian State Employees
25.09.2025 The public prosecutor's office in Klagenfurt has initiated proceedings against officials of the state of Carinthia on suspicion of abuse of office. Upon request from the APA, spokesperson Markus Kitz confirmed a report by ORF Carinthia.
Football: This Role Burgstaller Takes on at Rapid
25.09.2025 Guido Burgstaller is facing a new task at Rapid. The former professional will become a youth coach for the Hütteldorf team.
After Metalworkers' Collective Agreement: Union Sees No Template for Other Sectors
25.09.2025 The two-year conclusion of the metalworkers' collective agreement, which is below the inflation rate, is not considered a model for other sectors by the transport and services union vida.
26-Year-Old in Vienna-Brigittenau Threatened Friends with Murder
25.09.2025 On the night of Thursday, the police were alerted due to a violent altercation in an apartment in the Wallensteinstraße-Jägerstraße area in Vienna-Brigittenau.
Drug Dealer Caught in Vienna-Ottakring
25.09.2025 In Vienna-Ottakring, a 43-year-old man was arrested on Wednesday evening. The police seized approximately 3,160 grams of cocaine and almost 9,000 euros in cash.
Stability Pact - Municipalities: Ministry's Plan Includes Zero New Debt
25.09.2025 In the plan of the Ministry of Finance, it is intended that the municipalities will have zero new debt by 2030, according to Municipal Association Chief Johannes Pressl (ÖVP) on Thursday at a press conference.
Union Ready for Renegotiations on Civil Servants
25.09.2025 The union agreed on Thursday to renegotiate with the government regarding the salary agreements for the coming year. However, the chairmen Eckehard Quin (GÖD) and Christian Meidlinger (younion) reject a zero wage round in the years 2027 and 2028.
Lobau Tunnel Becomes Reality After Green Light from Hanke
25.09.2025 After it had already been removed from the Asfinag construction program, the Lobau Tunnel is now becoming a reality.
Deportation Stop for Syrians Lifted: Marchetti Pleased with ECHR Ruling
25.09.2025 The ÖVP is pleased with the ruling of the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) to lift a temporary deportation stop for a Syrian whom Austria wanted to deport to his home country.
Majority Turns to Digital Administrative Channels
25.09.2025 Digital administrative processes do not lead a shadowy existence in this country. A clear majority of Austrians make use of them, as a study (representative for the online population aged 16 and over, n=1,000) shows.
Lotto Fivefold Jackpot: 6 Million Euros in the Pot on Sunday
25.09.2025 For the fifth time this year, there is a lottery fivefold jackpot, as there was again no ticket with the "six correct numbers" last Wednesday. There is a jackpot for the Joker.
Deportation Stop for Syrians Lifted: Marchetti Pleased with ECHR Ruling
25.09.2025 The ÖVP is pleased with the ruling of the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) to lift a temporary deportation stop for a Syrian whom Austria wanted to deport to his home country.
New on Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+ & Co.: The Releases from September 29 to October 5
25.09.2025 From September 29 to October 5, there are many new film and series releases on streaming platforms like Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, and Canal+. Here is an overview of all the releases.
SOS Children's Village: Klagenfurt Public Prosecutor Investigates Carinthian State Employees
25.09.2025 The public prosecutor's office in Klagenfurt has initiated proceedings against officials of the state of Carinthia on suspicion of abuse of office. Upon request from the APA, spokesperson Markus Kitz confirmed a report by ORF Carinthia.
Movie Release of "MOMO": Win Vouchers and Book for the Film
25.09.2025 From October 2nd, the film "MOMO" will be in local cinemas. We are giving away vouchers as well as the book for the film.
Number of Found Animals in Vienna Drastically Increased in Summer
25.09.2025 Traditionally, the summer months are among the busiest times for the TierQuarTier Vienna. This year was no different: Numerous dogs, cats, and small animals had to be picked up by the animal rescue service of the city of Vienna and subsequently brought to the TierQuarTier.
Traffic Chaos in Morning Rush Hour After Accidents in Vienna and Lower Austria
25.09.2025 Several accidents led to partially long traffic jams during the morning rush hour in Vienna and Lower Austria on Thursday morning, according to ÖAMTC.
Rihanna in Baby Bliss: This Is Her Daughter's Name
25.09.2025 New addition to the family for singer Rihanna and rapper Asap Rocky: The 37-year-old posted a photo of her little girl on social media - and also revealed the name.
Procedure in Kellermayr Case in Germany Discontinued
25.09.2025 After the acquittal of a German in the case of the doctor Lisa Maria Kellermayr, the Munich General Prosecutor's Office has closed the proceedings against him. The German authorities justify this by stating that the man, from his perspective, only threatened with a trial before future, legitimate courts.
Trump Denies Climate Change: This is What Chancellor Stocker Says
25.09.2025 US President Donald Trump denied climate change in his speech before the UN General Assembly. A view not supported by Chancellor Stocker in an APA interview in New York.
Social Assistance: Who Is Eligible and What Are the Costs?
25.09.2025 The federal government is planning a reform of social assistance titled "Social Assistance NEW". ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS want to introduce a standardization, stricter rules for immigrants with a waiting period for limited benefits, and a focus on children. The changes are to take effect at the beginning of 2027.
EGMR Decision: Deportation Stop for Syrians Lifted
25.09.2025 The European Court of Human Rights has lifted the temporary deportation stop for a Syrian whom Austria wanted to deport to his home country. This was announced in a press release by the ECHR, first reported by the "Standard".
Test Result: How Good is Infant Formula Really?
25.09.2025 A study shows that the majority of Austrian parents trust infant formula. Recent test results from VKI and Stiftung Warentest certify an overall good nutritional quality, although high PFAS levels were detected in some products.
82-Year-Old Killed in Head-On Crash in Styria
24.09.2025 An 82-year-old car driver died early Wednesday morning in Tragöß, in the Upper Styrian district of Bruck-Mürzzuschlag, in a collision with an oncoming car.