Shooting Rampage in Graz: New Details Revealed

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As Michael Lohnegger, head of the State Criminal Office of Styria, explained at a press conference, two survivors were discharged from the hospital. The motive of the 21-year-old former student remains...weiterlesen »

16-Year-Old Killed with 50 Axe Blows: Life Imprisonment for 45-Year-Old

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In October 2024, in Favoriten, he killed a 16-year-old, whom he had been regularly paying for sexual acts since April 2024, with 50 axe blows. The verdict is not final. The previously unblemished man pleaded...weiterlesen »

Foreign Ministry Assists 300 Austrian Citizens Wishing to Leave in Iran and Israel

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"Intensive" consultations with partners, especially from the EU, as well as with transport companies are ongoing, it was further stated. "We strongly advise against traveling to the crisis region at this...weiterlesen »

Shooting in Graz: Government Announces Initial Details on Planned Social Media Age Verification

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Following the announcement in the government statement on Monday, State Secretary Alexander Pröll (ÖVP) provided details on Tuesday. They want to use a national solution to oblige platforms to comply with...weiterlesen »

After Rampage in Graz: Expert Panel Develops Security Concept for Schools

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The committee met for the first time on June 13. Both structural and psychological measures were discussed, as Education City Councillor Kurt Hohensinner (ÖVP) announced on Tuesday. According to Education...weiterlesen »

After Bomb Threat Against School in Lower Austria: 19-Year-Old in Custody

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The young adult was delivered to the local correctional facility on the orders of the Wiener Neustadt public prosecutor's office due to the risk of collusion, risk of committing the offense, and risk of...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 »

So Many Millions the ORF May Use from the Household Levy

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At the start of the budget week in the National Council, the budget accompanying law was passed on Monday. This ensures that the ORF will have more leeway in the use of funds from the ORF contribution...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 »

Victim Kidnapped and Tortured: Trial of Mafia Clan in Vienna

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At the Vienna Regional Court on Tuesday, a trial concerning an extortionate kidnapping in mafia circles is taking place under strict security measures - a photography and filming ban is in effect inside...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 »

Budget: Fiscal Council Expects Austria to Exceed Maastricht Limit in 2029

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The fiscal council sees "a great additional need for consolidation" in the budget in a report presented on Monday. After a deficit of 4.7 percent of GDP in 2024, a minus of 4.3 percent is expected this...weiterlesen »

Juicy Fine: Long Hair Now Costs Vorarlberg Soldier 2,200 Euros

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Austria's female soldiers are allowed to have long hair, but male soldiers are not. A long-haired officer from Vorarlberg received a disciplinary penalty, felt discriminated against, and went to the Administrative...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 »

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 »

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 »

Continued Danger to Life After Police Shooting in Vienna-Brigittenau

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The 28-year-old Serbian, who was seriously injured on Sunday during a police shooting incident in Vienna-Brigittenau, remained in critical condition on Monday. "The man underwent emergency surgery yesterday...weiterlesen »

Bring Your Dog to Work Day: We Are Giving Away 5 PURINA AdVENTuROS Packages

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Whether at home, outside in the city park, or on a summer vacation at the beach – our four-legged friends accompany and enrich us in every situation, and this special effect does not stop at the office...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 »

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 »

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.

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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 »

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 »

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