Vacation in Austria Booms - But a Setback Looms
13.12.2025 Austria's tourism industry surpassed pre-Corona levels for the first time in 2024 – especially in the summer. However, growth is stalling: rising prices, fewer German guests, and cautious consumer behavior are dampening expectations for this year.
Amok Run in Graz, Moose "Emil" and FMD: The Chronicle Headlines in the Year 2025
21.12.2025 The Chronicle Year 2025 was a year full of contrasts. The shooting spree at a Graz high school and abuse scandals at SOS Children's Villages shook the country, while several severe natural disasters caused dismay. At the same time, elk "Emil" became an animal media star as he strolled through Austria.
Auto Fraud in Lower Austria: Police Request Information
12.12.2025 A 52-year-old man is suspected of having fraudulently obtained a car worth 33,000 euros in July by pretending to have made a bank transfer. The police are now asking for information and have released a picture of the suspect.
Roof Fire in Wiener Neustadt Challenged Fire Department
12.12.2025 A fire on the roof of a multi-family house in Wiener Neustadt required the attention of the fire department on Friday afternoon.
Viennese Woman Hit by Badner Bahn and Seriously Injured
12.12.2025 An 18-year-old woman from Vienna was hit and seriously injured by an approaching Badner Bahn while crossing the tracks in the Vösendorf station area on Friday.Car Hits 13-Year-Old in Lower Austria
12.12.2025
Donation Box Crackers Arrested: Duo Allegedly Robbed Over 60 Churches
12.12.2025 Two young Slovaks, who are allegedly responsible for an international series of collection box thefts, were arrested in Lower Austria.
Roof Fire in Wiener Neustadt Challenged Fire Department
12.12.2025 A fire on the roof of a multi-family house in Wiener Neustadt challenged the fire department on Friday afternoon.National Council Extradites ÖVP Member Gerstl
12.12.2025 Wolfgang Gerstl, ÖVP Member of Parliament and spokesperson for constitutional affairs, loses his parliamentary immunity. The National Council unanimously agreed on Friday to allow investigations against him for breach of official secrecy.
Between Hospital Chaos and Private Doctor Boom: Court of Auditors Warns of Collapse
12.12.2025 The Court of Auditors raises the alarm: Austria's Health Insurance Fund (ÖGK) is in financial disarray, outpatient care is deteriorating, and crucial reforms are blocking previous agreements between the fund and medical associations. The new audit report suggests, among other things, the disempowerment of regional medical associations to enable a nationwide uniform overall contract.
Wild Chase with Speeds Up to 200 km/h in Lower Austria
12.12.2025 A nighttime police check in Wiener Neustadt escalated into a dangerous car chase. A 21-year-old driver without a license fled from the police at speeds of up to 200 km/h, damaged a patrol car, and was eventually arrested.
Burgstaller received first partial compensation payment of 50,000 euros
12.12.2025 The former Rapid striker Guido Burgstaller, who was attacked and seriously injured in front of a Vienna city center disco on December 14, 2024, has received a transfer of 50,000 euros from his attacker.
Burgenland: New Club Chairman for FPÖ After Hofer's Withdrawal
12.12.2025 The FPÖ Burgenland will receive a new club chairman next year. However, the successor to Norbert Hofer has not yet been determined. State party chairman Alexander Petschnig refers to the party statute.New Cyber Law Passed by National Council
12.12.2025 The National Council has passed the new Network and Information Security Act (NISG). With a broad two-thirds majority, an EU directive was belatedly implemented. The law obliges system-relevant companies to implement comprehensive security measures against cyberattacks.
Wöginger: "I will remain Club Chairman"
12.12.2025 ÖVP Parliamentary Group Leader August Wöginger will not resign even in the event of a first-instance conviction for abuse of office. "I have done nothing wrong," said the 51-year-old on Friday.
Vienna Police with Christmas Party for SOS Children's Village
12.12.2025 Police music, police bear "Tommi" and State Police President Gerhard Pürstl with the Christmas story: On Wednesday, the executive's Christmas celebration for the SOS Children's Village Vienna took place in the 9th district.
Taylor Swift speaks in new docuseries through tears about terror in Vienna
12.12.2025 In the new Disney+ documentary "The End of an Era," Taylor Swift speaks in detail for the first time about the thwarted terrorist attack surrounding her Eras Tour in Vienna. The 35-year-old US musician describes the events as "terrifying" and emphasizes how close a massacre was for her and her fans.
World Heritage Status: This was affirmed by Vienna's Mayor Ludwig
12.12.2025 Vienna's state leader Michael Ludwig has commented on the World Heritage status in the state parliament.
Bloody Dispute in Vienna-Penzing: Girlfriend Stabbed 34-Year-Old in the Chest
12.12.2025 A 34-year-old man was injured by a stab wound to the chest during a relationship dispute in Vienna-Penzing early Friday morning. The man's 45-year-old girlfriend was arrested.
Help Cries from Apartment: 26-Year-Old Stabbed Husband in Vienna-Alsergrund
12.12.2025 Cries for help from an apartment in Vienna-Alsergrund triggered a police operation on Thursday evening. A 40-year-old man was taken to the hospital with multiple stab wounds. His wife was arrested.
Benko appeals against partial conviction and seeks release
12.12.2025 After his conviction in the second fraud trial, Signa founder René Benko is filing an appeal and a nullity complaint. His lawyer also announced a request for release from custody, arguing that the continuation of pre-trial detention is no longer justified.
"Electricity Costs Down, Mood Up": ÖVP Delighted with New Electricity Market Act
12.12.2025 With a strong "Mood up, electricity costs down," Minister of Economic Affairs Wolfgang Hattmannsdorfer and Energy State Secretary Elisabeth Zehetner promoted the new Electricity Market Act. Despite criticism from the opposition, the governing parties celebrate themselves as reform drivers.
Years at the Top of the Federal Theaters: Georg Springer Dies at 79
12.12.2025 Georg Springer - former managing director of the Bundestheater-Holding - is no longer alive. The 79-year-old died last Thursday in the federal capital.
Attack on Senior Citizen in Lower Austria: Pre-Trial Detention for Suspect
12.12.2025 Pre-trial detention is ordered for the 53-year-old suspect after an attack on a senior citizen in Lower Austria.
Austria Reforms Border Protection: This Is What Changes
12.12.2025 Austria is reorganizing its border management: Instead of static controls, there will be a stronger focus on flexible operations in the border area. The new model aims to be more efficient against traffickers – but also to reduce border waiting times.
Nemo returns ESC trophy due to Israel
12.12.2025 Nemo makes waves in the debate about Israel and the Eurovision Song Contest. The 2024 champion returns the winner's trophy.
Van with Illegal Pyrotechnics Storage Stopped at Border
12.12.2025 During a border control in the Mistelbach district, the police seized more than 1,400 illegal pyrotechnic items in a van. A 25-year-old from Carinthia is being reported, and the state police department is urgently warning of the dangers of such fireworks.
Police Cost-Cutting Measures Also Reach Special Unit Cobra
12.12.2025 The police must continue to save money – and now it also affects the special units. The Cobra task force and other departments of the Directorate for Special Units (DSE) are losing dozens of experienced personnel. Internally, there is discontent about the impact on operational capability and training.
Drama About Baby Rhino at Zoo Schmiding
12.12.2025 The rhinoceros baby, only a few days old, at the Upper Austrian Zoo Schmiding is dead. The animal's diaphragm had a hole from birth.
Wöginger: "I will remain Club Chairman"
12.12.2025 ÖVP parliamentary group leader August Wöginger will not resign even in the event of a first-instance conviction for abuse of office. "I have done nothing wrong," said the 51-year-old on Friday.
Burgenland: New Club Chairman for FPÖ after Hofer's Withdrawal
12.12.2025 The FPÖ Burgenland will receive a new club chairman next year. However, the successor to Norbert Hofer has not yet been determined. State party chairman Alexander Petschnig refers to the party statute.Trump will Kickl
12.12.2025 Guest commentary by Johannes Huber. The USA wants to weaken the EU and relies on "patriotic" forces like the FPÖ: This can no longer be right for their leader.
Social Economy Collective Agreement: Agreement Remained Elusive Again
12.12.2025 The fourth round of collective agreement negotiations in the social economy ended on Thursday without an agreement. "The employers apparently confuse a collective agreement negotiation with a self-help group," said GPA negotiator Eva Scherz.
Accident with Seriously Injured in Waldviertel
12.12.2025 In the district of Zwettl, a traffic accident occurred on Thursday resulting in two people being seriously injured. The location of the incident was the B38.
Car Driver Dead After Accident in Weinviertel
12.12.2025 In an accident in the Korneuburg district on Thursday, a car driver lost his life. The 44-year-old collided with a guardrail on the B4.Football: Omonia Seals Rapid's Exit in Conference League
12.12.2025 Football Bundesliga club Rapid Vienna will not spend the winter in the European Cup. The domestic record champion was defeated by Omonia Nicosia 0:1 at the Weststadion on Thursday, thus retaining the last place in the standings.
Guide Through the Mortgage Jungle: Which Model Suits You?
12.12.2025 The purchase of a property is one of the most significant financial decisions in life. In Austria, a mortgage is a common form of real estate financing. But what exactly is behind this term and what mortgage models are available? We enlighten you.
Here the most expensive house in Vienna-Floridsdorf was sold in 2024
12.12.2025 The most expensive building sold in 2024 in the district of Vienna-Floridsdorf is a building with extensive land area. It was sold for 18,464,668.04 euros.70 Years of UN Membership: How Austria Became a Model Student
12.12.2025 The highlight of Austria's year of freedom was reached on December 14, 1955, when the UN General Assembly approved Austria's admission to the United Nations. Seven months after the signing of the State Treaty and one and a half months after the declaration of neutrality, the Alpine Republic thus became a full member of the international community. In the seven decades since, Austria has achieved almost everything possible for a UN member.
Rent Control Decided - Babler Sees "Good Day for Tenants"
11.12.2025 On Thursday, the issue of the rent price cap became serious in the National Council. The decision was made with the votes of the governing parties and the Greens.
80-Year-Old Brutally Attacked and Seriously Injured in Lower Austria
11.12.2025 In a physical attack in the Lower Austrian district of Bruck an der Leitha, an 80-year-old woman was seriously injured on Wednesday evening.
Multiple-Year Prison Sentences for ATM Bombers in Vienna
11.12.2025 On Thursday, the trial at the Vienna Regional Court against three suspected members of a gang specializing in ATM explosions ended with multi-year prison sentences.
Plans for Attack on Vienna Westbahnhof: Detention for Teen Extended
11.12.2025 The Regional Court for Criminal Matters extended the pre-trial detention for the 15-year-old IS supporter by four weeks on Thursday. He was sentenced to two years of partially suspended imprisonment in connection with attack plans against the Vienna Westbahnhof last July and was released in October after crediting the pre-trial detention.
Hundeadvent Rises This Weekend at Schloss Neugebäude
11.12.2025
This coming weekend, the Dog Advent at Neugebäude Castle will open its doors. The event offers a diverse Advent experience for dog lovers and families from Friday to Sunday.
18-Year-Old Dead After Accident in Styria
11.12.2025 One dead and one seriously injured are to be mourned after an accident on Thursday in Styria.
National Council Decided with Large Majority on Headscarf Ban in Schools
11.12.2025 On Thursday, the National Council passed a headscarf ban in schools for girls under 14 with a large majority.
Travel Enthusiasm of Austrians in Summer at Record Level
11.12.2025 Record Summer for Austria's Travel Enthusiasm: Never before have so many people packed their bags during the summer months. Holidays abroad were particularly popular – but domestic regions also remained highly favored. At the same time, a mobility trend is emerging.