Pollen Forecast for the Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025

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The grass pollen season 2025 has been above average so far, reports the Pollen Service Vienna of the MedUni Vienna. Until recently, there was still high pollen flight throughout Vienna. However, the peak...weiterlesen »

After the End of the War: Austria Wants to Keep Option for Russian Gas Open

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At the same time, the currently planned import ban on gas from Russia is correct and is also supported and implemented by Austria, according to a statement from the State Secretariat for Energy in the...weiterlesen »

Messenger Surveillance: Government Likely Near Agreement

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Specifically, the NEOS recently pushed for further improvements in the areas of legal protection, abuse prevention, and software control. The NEOS consider an agreement possible, but not set in stone....weiterlesen »

Circular Economy in Focus: Technisches Museum Wien Launches Special Exhibition

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From "Fast Fashion" to nutrition: With the new special exhibition "More than Recycling," the Vienna Museum of Technology (TMW) aims to demonstrate ways to preserve resources instead of wasting them. This...weiterlesen »

Tragedy in the Stubai Alps: Three Mountaineers Struck by Lightning!

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Experts and alpinists repeatedly warn of the danger of sudden thunderstorms in the mountains. Especially the Alpine Club regularly provides advice on tour planning and weather observation. Lightning often...weiterlesen »

Austria is Heating Up Rapidly: Climate Experts Sound the Alarm

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200 scientists from 50 institutions have created an interdisciplinary overview of the impacts of the climate crisis in Austria over the years. The result is the approximately 800-page "Second Austrian...weiterlesen »

Austria is Heating Up Rapidly: Climate Experts Sound the Alarm

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200 scientists from 50 institutions have created an interdisciplinary overview of the impacts of the climate crisis in Austria over the years. The result is the approximately 800-page "Second Austrian...weiterlesen »

Wheels Stolen and Sold Online: Vienna Police Seek Owners

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A 65-year-old Austrian citizen was arrested on June 12 in Vienna-Leopoldstadt. The man is suspected of having committed several burglaries and acts of fencing. Specifically, he is alleged to have resold...weiterlesen »

Enhanced Security Concept at the Vienna Danube Island Festival

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At the Vienna Danube Island Festival , visitors should be able to "dance, laugh, sing, and have fun together." This was emphasized by Matthias Friedrich, the project manager of the event, to the media...weiterlesen »

Kokomoon causes a stir: Edible lubricant impresses on 'Shark Tank'

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Kokomoon is a lubricant that not only serves its purpose but can also be consumed without hesitation. The founders have consciously chosen natural ingredients to create a product that is safe and pleasant...weiterlesen »

Government Wants to Establish ID Austria in Companies

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More companies are expected to use ID Austria in the future - for example, for identification verification, online logins, or updating customer data. The government also wants to encourage more citizens...weiterlesen »

Beach Volleyball: World Number Ones Coming to Vienna's Danube Island

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The beach volleyball masters on the Vienna Danube Island will feature the Brazilian world ranking leaders Thamela/Victoria this weekend. Also participating in the tournament of the local Tour Pro 2025...weiterlesen »

From Toilet Brush to Designer Furniture: Contents of Benko's Villa at Lake Garda to be Auctioned

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The highest starting price is for the villa's video surveillance system at 3,800 euros, with only about 20 items being offered for more than 1,000 euros. However, there are plenty of offers from menus...weiterlesen »

Extreme Athlete Reached Seven Highest State Peaks in 111 Hours

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Extreme athlete Christian Bruckner completed his Seven-Summits-Austria-Challenge on Monday faster than planned: In just 111 hours - four days and 15 hours instead of five days - he climbed the seven highest...weiterlesen »

Russia: National Day

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On the occasion of the National Day of the Russian Federation, the Ambassador of Russia to Austria, the Permanent Representative of Russia to the International Organizations in Vienna and the Permanent...weiterlesen »

Replaced: Vienna is No Longer the Most Livable City

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For the first time in several years, Vienna is no longer at the top of the list of the world's most livable cities. The federal capital has been replaced by the Danish capital Copenhagen after three top...weiterlesen »

After Rampage in Graz: Are Vienna's Schools Now Becoming High-Security Zones?

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Educational institutions in Austria, and especially in Vienna, are considered open places, yet access for non-school personnel is generally prohibited. Security expert Martin Wiesinger from the Association...weiterlesen »

"Ukraine Leads the Fight for All of Europe": Zelensky Hopes for Austria's Help

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has suggested Austria's mediation in efforts to return abducted Ukrainian children. "We discussed the possibility of Austria's mediation in this matter to bring the...weiterlesen »

Selenskyj Visit in Vienna Was a Controversial Topic in the National Council

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The Freedom Party submitted an "urgent inquiry" to Chancellor Christian Stocker (ÖVP) regarding the visit of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in the National Council on Monday. Since Stocker himself...weiterlesen »

Trump launches his own phone on the market

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With its own smartphone and a new mobile offering, the business group of US President Donald Trump aims to attract conservative customers. "We are launching a whole product package where people receive...weiterlesen »

"Ukraine Leads the Fight for All of Europe": Zelensky Hopes for Austria's Help

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has brought up the possibility of Austria mediating in efforts to return abducted Ukrainian children. "We talked about the possibility of Austria mediating in this...weiterlesen »

"Unimaginative Clear-Cutting": Budget Week Starts with Critical Tones

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At the beginning of the budget week in the National Council, different assessments clashed in a general debate on Monday afternoon. While the Greens mainly criticized the cuts in the climate sector, but...weiterlesen »

Danube Island Festival Plan 2025: All Stages and Stations

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According to the organizers, the Vienna Danube Island Festival is the largest open-air festival in Europe with free admission. For over 40 years, visitors have been offered a high-quality music, action,...weiterlesen »

Kidnapped Children: Austria Promises Help to Ukraine

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Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger (NEOS) met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha in Vienna on Monday. The two ministers signed a declaration of...weiterlesen »

Dozens of Austrians Wishing to Leave Reported in Israel

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According to the instructions of the Israeli authorities, there is a "de facto restriction on freedom of movement in the country for security reasons, in addition to the airspace closure." The Foreign...weiterlesen »

Graz Rampage: Perpetrator with Social Media Profiles

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Six days after the shooting spree by a 21-year-old former student in Graz, which resulted in ten fatalities, the investigation team "Luctus" is now intensely engaged in verifying possible social media...weiterlesen »

For the first time since the beginning of the war: Zelensky visits Austria

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At the end of March 2023, Zelensky addressed the National Council via video link. The event was overshadowed by a boycott by FPÖ parliamentarians. A large part of the SPÖ deputies also stayed away. The...weiterlesen »

For the first time since the beginning of the war: Zelensky visits Austria

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At the end of March 2023, Zelensky addressed the National Council via video link. The event was overshadowed by a boycott by FPÖ parliamentarians. A large part of the SPÖ deputies also stayed away. The...weiterlesen »

"Unimaginative Clear-Cutting": Budget Week Starts with Critical Tones

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

At the beginning of the budget week in the National Council, different assessments clashed in a general debate on Monday afternoon. While the Greens mainly criticized the cuts in the climate sector, but...weiterlesen »

For the First Time Since the Start of the War: Zelensky Visits Austria

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

At the end of March 2023, Zelensky addressed the National Council via video link. The event was overshadowed by a boycott by FPÖ parliamentarians. A large part of the SPÖ deputies also stayed away. The...weiterlesen »

Nighttime ATM Explosion in Vienna-Liesing

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Criminals once again blew up an ATM in Vienna on the night of Monday, this time in the area of Laxenburger Straße in Vienna-Liesing. As reported by the state police department, the emergency services were...weiterlesen »

Record Holder Gruen Confirmed for Vienna Marathon 2026

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In a symbiosis of classical music and the Austrian record holder Aaron Gruen as a prominent participant on two stages, the Vienna City Marathon (VCM) will kick off next year. Gruen, who resides in the...weiterlesen »

These Music Acts Create Atmosphere at the Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025

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The Vienna Danube Island Festival kicks off its 42nd edition on Friday, offering a total of 700 hours of programming over three days on 16 stages. This time, the lineup includes not only international...weiterlesen »

For the first time since the beginning of the war: Zelensky visits Austria

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

At the end of March 2023, Zelensky addressed the National Council via video link. The event was overshadowed by a boycott by FPÖ parliamentarians. A large part of the SPÖ deputies also stayed away. The...weiterlesen »

Nighttime ATM Explosion in Vienna-Liesing

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Criminals once again blew up an ATM in Vienna on the night of Monday, this time in the area of Laxenburger Straße in Vienna-Liesing. As reported by the State Police Directorate, the emergency services...weiterlesen »

Public Transport, Shuttle, Bicycle: How to Successfully Arrive at the Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025

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Around the Danube Island Festival 2025 , the Wiener Linien will increase their intervals and bring visitors to the biggest island party of the year. The Danube Island Festival, Europe's largest open-air...weiterlesen »

Public Transport, Shuttle, Bicycle: How to Successfully Arrive at the Vienna Danube Island Festival 2025

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Around the Danube Island Festival 2025 , the Wiener Linien will increase their intervals and bring visitors to the biggest island party of the year. The Danube Island Festival, Europe's largest open-air...weiterlesen »

Study Shows: Working from Home Makes You Happier in the Long Run

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More sleep, less stress, healthier living—working from home brings measurable advantages. A research team from the University of South Australia studied the effects of working from home on the lives of...weiterlesen »

Iran-Israel Conflict: Price Increase Noticeable at Austrian Gas Stations

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She has spoken with US President Donald Trump about the issue and is ready to coordinate with like-minded partners to ensure market stability, said EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen before a...weiterlesen »

Rampage in Graz: Investigation Team "Luctus" Continues in Action

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Six days after the rampage of a 21-year-old former student in Graz, which resulted in ten deaths, the investigation team "Luctus" is still engaged in questioning witnesses and evaluating numerous tips...weiterlesen »

Trump's Controversial Military Parade Divides the Nation: Jets, Tanks, and Heated Protests in Washington D.C.

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It was a show of power not seen in Washington D.C. for a long time. Heavy tanks like the M1 Abrams were transported on low-loaders through the streets before being presented on the National Mall. In the...weiterlesen »

Trumps controversial military parade divides the nation: Jets, tanks, and heated protests in Washington D.C.

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It was a display of power not seen in Washington D.C. for a long time. Heavy tanks like the M1 Abrams were transported on flatbed trucks through the streets before being showcased on the National Mall....weiterlesen »

Trump's Controversial Military Parade Divides the Nation: Jets, Tanks, and Heated Protests in Washington D.C.

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

It was a display of power not seen in Washington D.C. for a long time. Heavy tanks like the M1 Abrams were transported on flatbed trucks through the streets before being showcased on the National Mall....weiterlesen »

Salzburg Commemorates Victims of the Graz Rampage

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A silent sign of unity: On Sunday, numerous Salzburg residents came together at Residenzplatz to commemorate the victims of the rampage in Graz. The rally was organized by various youth organizations and...weiterlesen »

Mobile Phone Ban in Schools: No Issues with Implementation So Far

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Since May 1, mobile phone use is generally prohibited up to the eighth grade. In practice, according to student, teacher, and parent representatives, there seem to be no problems with the new regulation...weiterlesen »

Teacher Training: Little Specialization in Inclusion

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In practice, however, only a small portion opts for this, as shown by graduate numbers. Critics have long been calling for a standalone teacher training program in special education due to the personnel...weiterlesen »

Graz commemorates the victims of the rampage: Memorial service at the main square

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For about an hour on early Sunday evening, people paused at Graz's main square to remember the victims of Tuesday's rampage, when nine students and a teacher were killed and eleven injured at BORG Dreierschützengasse....weiterlesen »

Fewer Open Police Stations on Sundays in Vienna: Criticism and Counterarguments

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Criticism of the move and also of the ÖVP came on Saturday from FPÖ Secretary General Michael Schnedlitz, who called it a "betrayal of the population." The People's Party countered, with Secretary General...weiterlesen »

Kogler wants a reversal of principles in gun ownership

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"We need freedom from guns, not freedom for guns," Kogler said on the ORF "Press Hour." The Greens are the only ones who have been pushing for this for some time. According to the Greens, private gun ownership...weiterlesen »

Day Three at Nova Rock Brought ESC Candidate and Hardcore Legends

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A touch of Song Contest swept over the Pannonia Fields on Friday: After all, with Baby Lasagna, the runner-up of last year's ESC was a guest at Nova Rock and fired up the audience with powerful songs between...weiterlesen »

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