Austria comes up short against Hartberg again
25.08.2025 Vienna Austria remains winless in the football Bundesliga. The Violets had to endure a 1:3 defeat against TSV Hartberg and are now second to last in the standings.
Wurmbrand puts Rapid on the road to victory at WAC
25.08.2025 Rapid Wien remains unbeaten in the Football Bundesliga. The record champion prevailed against WAC with two goals from Nikolaus Wurmbrand, winning 2:1 and thus retaining second place in the standings.
Tram World Championship in Vienna: "Want to Show What We're Made Of"
26.08.2025 Vienna is entering the Tram World Championship in September with Elisabeth Urbanitsch and Florijan Isaku. "We are representing not only the Wiener Linien, but the entire city and actually all of Austria," said Isaku in a statement from the transport company on Saturday.
Number of Care Allowance Recipients on the Rise
25.08.2025 502,304 eligible claimants in July represented an increase of 10,692 people compared to the same month last year.Big Scavenger Hunt Through Vienna: Find the Golden Exclamation Mark
24.08.2025 With the "Mission Golden Exclamation Mark," Wien Holding invites you to an interactive puzzle rally through the capital starting August 25, 2025. Participants can expect clues, challenges – and attractive prizes.Flexibility is More Important to Us Than Wrinkles in Old Age
24.08.2025 A recent study shows: For most Austrians, aging is not primarily about appearance, but rather about health, mobility, and mental fitness.These Are the Local Ice Cream Trends 2025
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E-biker seriously injured - Helicopter deployment in Upper Austria
23.08.2025 In Upper Austria, an e-biker was seriously injured. A rescue helicopter was deployed.
Driver of Tanker Fire Truck Injured in Styria
23.08.2025 In Styria, the driver of a tank fire truck was injured. He was taken to the hospital.
Outlook for Austria: Moody's Made a Change
23.08.2025 The rating agency Moody's has downgraded Austria's outlook from "stable" to "negative," according to Finance Minister Markus Marterbauer (SPÖ) on Saturday via Bluesky.
Water Skier in Upper Austria Seriously Injured
23.08.2025 In Upper Austria, a water skier was seriously injured on Friday. An emergency medical helicopter was deployed.
Resistance to Heat Protection Regulation Remains Limited
23.08.2025 The review phase of the heat protection regulation by the Ministry of Social Affairs has ended. Out of a total of 23 submitted statements, five were of a critical nature, the authority announced.
Car Driver Collided with Tree in Baden District
23.08.2025 In Pfaffstätten (Baden district), a car driver went off the road on Friday and collided with a tree.
Sunday Opening in Vienna Retail a Topic Again
23.08.2025 Vienna's Chamber of Commerce President Walter Ruck would like to see Sunday opening in Vienna's retail sector.
Opportunity Made Thieves in the 20th District
23.08.2025 In the 20th district of Vienna, there was an opportunity for thieves this week.
Girlfriend Surprised with Man in Bedroom: Attack in Vienna-Liesing
23.08.2025 After surprising his girlfriend (45) with another man in the bedroom, a 24-year-old man in Vienna-Liesing went after the alleged rival on Friday. He is said to have hit the 43-year-old and threatened him with a knife and a blank-firing gun, according to the police on Saturday.
Dead Woman in Leoben: Pre-Trial Detention for Partner
23.08.2025 After the authorities came across an unresponsive woman in Leoben this week, the deceased woman's partner has been placed in pre-trial detention.
Burglar Surprised in the 21st District
23.08.2025 In the 21st district of Vienna, a burglar was surprised by a couple this week.
Failed Robbery at Vienna Tobacco Shop
23.08.2025 In the 12th district of Vienna, a robbery at a tobacco shop failed last Wednesday.
Biker in Vienna did not stop for police, sped away at up to 190 km/h
23.08.2025 In Vienna, according to the police, a motorcyclist was traveling too fast on the night of Saturday.
Injured After Collision of Car with Train in Waldviertel
23.08.2025 In the Waldviertel, a car collided with a train. A 49-year-old was injured.
Major Fire in Tyrol Extinguished and Without Injuries
23.08.2025 A major fire broke out at a recycling plant in Tyrol on Friday. Fortunately, there were no injuries.Huge Price Differences in School Supplies
23.08.2025Wienliebe Festival Returns to Rathausplatz: The 2025 Program
23.08.2025 The Wienliebe Festival transforms the Rathausplatz into a stage for culinary arts, music, and craftsmanship in September – with free admission over four days.
Ex-National Council President Heinrich Neisser is dead
22.08.2025 The former Second President of the National Council, Heinrich Neisser, has passed away.
Rapid Vienna vs WAC in the Duel of the European Cup Fighters
22.08.2025 Both WAC and Rapid Vienna are still fighting for a spot in the group stage of the Conference League. On Sunday, the Austrian European Cup fighters will face each other in a direct duel.
Vienna Austria wants to get out of the crisis against Hartberg
22.08.2025 Vienna Austria is aiming for success against TSV Hartberg on Sunday after a poor start to the season, but will have to do so without the departed Dominik Fitz.
NEOS brake: Pensions should increase below inflation
22.08.2025 The NEOS advocate for a pension adjustment in 2026 below the inflation rate – for reasons of budget discipline and social targeting.
ORF Parts Ways with Editor After Anti-Semitism Scandal
22.08.2025 The ORF and editor Robert Gordon have agreed to terminate the service contract after a Facebook post earlier this week triggered accusations of anti-Semitism. This was announced in a joint statement on Friday.
Rapid Vienna: "Are Very Happy with the Squad"
22.08.2025 Rapid Vienna's Sporting Director Markus Katzer on the summer transfers, the squad of the football record champion, and Martin Ndzie.
Vienna's Police Chief Pürstl: Weapon Prohibition Zones Effective During Controls
22.08.2025 State Police President Pürstl stated on Friday that weapon prohibition zones are only effective if they are strictly controlled. He again advocated for a general ban on carrying weapons and shared that he had received signals that this could be legally anchored in the fall.
WIFO sees continued tense situation in domestic retail
22.08.2025 The domestic trade is showing a subdued mood. Consumers are somewhat more optimistic, but the assessment of businesses remains low, according to a WIFO study for the Trade Association. Private consumption expenditures are expected to increase by only 0.4 percent in real terms in 2025, while the savings rate remains at 10.8 percent.
Frank "Buschi" Buschmann ends his time at "Ninja Warrior Germany"
22.08.2025 After ten years, Frank "Buschi" Buschmann is leaving "Ninja Warrior Germany." The anniversary season in the fall will be his last – but the host is already planning new projects.
Crash with Truck Ended Fatally on the A11
22.08.2025 In a serious traffic accident on the Karawanken Motorway (A11), a 53-year-old woman lost her life early Friday morning.
NEOS Politician Allegedly Abused 13-Year-Old: Resignation
22.08.2025 The public prosecutor's office in Graz is investigating a former NEOS official from Styria on suspicion of a sexual offense. The initial suspicion has been confirmed, it was said on Friday.
RH Criticism of Investment Company "Proud of Vienna"
22.08.2025 The Court of Audit (RH) criticizes the investment company "Proud of Vienna," which was founded during the coronavirus pandemic, and criticizes the lack of transparency and overly generous application of selection criteria. "Proud of Vienna" was intended to temporarily support companies and was invested in various sectors, including gastronomy, retail, and the jewelry industry.
10 Projects at Once: Wiederkehr Has Big Plans for the New School Year
22.08.2025
Education Minister Christoph Wiederkehr presented ten measures for more educational equity before the start of the school year in Eastern Austria: from the expansion of German language support to digital education.
Woman in Vienna-Simmering Injured by Ex-Partner
22.08.2025 Because he noticed loud screaming from an apartment in Vienna-Simmering, a neighbor alerted the authorities this week.
Court Presentation Escalates: Police Must Restrain 45-Year-Old in Vienna-Ottakring
22.08.2025 During a court-ordered presentation, a police operation with violent resistance occurred on Wednesday in Vienna-Ottakring. Two officers were injured.
Vienna-Landstraße: 45-Year-Old Threw Objects from Balcony and Attacked Police Officers
22.08.2025 A 45-year-old Austrian citizen allegedly threw several objects from his balcony onto the street in Vienna-Landstraße on Thursday.
Deadly Police Operation in Völklingen: Alleged Perpetrator is Only 18
22.08.2025 During an operation following a gas station robbery in Völklingen, a 34-year-old police officer was shot dead. The alleged perpetrator, an 18-year-old, snatched the officer's service weapon and fired multiple times.
Burglar Took a Nap in Vienna Office Building
22.08.2025 A cleaning staff discovered a sleeping man in the entrance area of an office building in Vienna-Simmering on Thursday morning. The police later found additional suspicious items – including a stolen bicycle and narcotics.
Fatality in Accident on Vienna Outer Ring Highway
22.08.2025 On Thursday, a 56-year-old man died in a rear-end collision on the Vienna Outer Ring Motorway (A21).
First Program Highlights of the 63rd Viennale
22.08.2025 Even though climate change is shaking some supposedly established meteorological truths, one thing remains constant: At the end of summer, the Viennale offers a preview of the edition that begins in the fall.
Jimi Blue Ochsenknecht: Sentenced to 18,000 Euro Fine
22.08.2025 The actor Jimi Blue Ochsenknecht was sentenced to a fine of 18,000 euros in Innsbruck due to an unpaid hotel bill. An arrest warrant and a detention preceded the proceedings.
Are We a Money Laundering Paradise? Report Criticizes Austria
22.08.2025 An upcoming report by the Financial Action Task Force criticizes Austria's insufficient measures in the fight against money laundering, with the country narrowly avoiding placement on the "grey list."
Millie Bobby Brown adopts first child with Jake Bongiovi
22.08.2025 Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi have adopted their first child. The actress and the son of Jon Bon Jovi announced the news in a joint statement.Crash with Truck Ended Fatally on the A11
22.08.2025 In a serious traffic accident on the Karawanken Motorway (A11), a woman lost her life early Friday morning.
Tradition Break in the Vatican: Leo XIV Moves into Shared Apartment in the Palace
22.08.2025 Pope Leo XIV plans to move into the official residence in the Apostolic Palace together with four companions. In doing so, he breaks with a long-standing tradition and sets a sign for community in the Vatican.