IS Propaganda: Imprisonment for Vienna Military Serviceman

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He was sentenced to 18 months in prison for terrorist association and criminal organization, which were conditionally suspended with a three-year probation period. The jury unanimously acquitted the 19-year-old...weiterlesen »

NASA wants to build a nuclear reactor on the Moon

vor 21 Stunden - VOL.at

According to internal documents obtained by the US news site "Politico," the space agency is expected to solicit concrete proposals from the industry for a 100-kilowatt reactor within 60 days, which is...weiterlesen »

Reforms Could Reduce Pension Gap

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Wifo economist and chairwoman of the Pension Commission Christine Mayrhuber suggested that child-rearing periods should be valued more highly to better recognize this work. Currently, in the first four...weiterlesen »

Blog Affair in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs: FPÖ Demands Clarification

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The FPÖ sees the affair surrounding obscene blog posts by an Austrian ambassador as an "incredible scandal" and a "state affair." For Secretary General Michael Schnedlitz, many questions remain open, including...weiterlesen »

Medical Association Warns: Long-Term Risk of Doctor Shortage

vor 24 Stunden - VOL.at

Steinhart explained at a press conference in Vienna that many doctors from the baby boomer generation will retire in the coming years. "This contrasts with the problem that the population is growing" and...weiterlesen »

Italy Cracks Down: More and More Bans for Tourists

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Italian authorities are taking stronger action to curb the burdens of tourism. In cities, villages, and coastal regions, numerous behavioral rules currently apply – with sometimes high fines for violations....weiterlesen »

Neglected Dog "Idefix" Found in Vienna-Simmering: Request for Information

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A passerby reported a small dog that was wandering alone and neglected on the street. The condition of the animal was very poor. The dog is about nine years old, a Maltese mix, which the TierQuarTier has...weiterlesen »

Minister of Social Affairs Schumann Wants to Strengthen Women's Pensions

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Social Minister Korinna Schumann (SPÖ) has called for "courage for change" and patience in light of "Equal Pension Day" on Thursday and the still significant pension gap between men and women. The government...weiterlesen »

AMS Chief: Austria in "Tricky Situation" Regarding Unemployment

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And the state can hardly counteract due to a lack of funds. He emphasized that he did not want to give any tips on wage negotiations. Costs in Austria have also risen significantly more than in other countries....weiterlesen »

Football Legend Herbert Prohaska Turns 70

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"I have a great family, many very good friends, and have been connected to football my whole life. I've always landed on the buttered side," said Herbert Prohaska to the APA. Prohaska won seven championship...weiterlesen »

Study: Ukrainian Refugees Follow Job Opportunities, Not Social Welfare

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In a study published in the journal "PNAS," a research team has now investigated what would most likely motivate this group of refugees to relocate again. According to the study, job prospects and earning...weiterlesen »

Vienna Schleifgasse: Renewed Renovation Necessary Due to Poor Construction Execution

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The Schleifgasse is located between the Floridsdorf train station and the Schlingermarkt and was redesigned in 2023 as part of a "climate-friendly" renovation. However, after completion, defects were found...weiterlesen »

Senior Council Demands Pension Adjustment for 2026

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"Out of respect for the older generation, we demand a pension adjustment for 2026 according to legal requirements," were the words of presidents Birgit Gerstorfer (SPÖ-affiliated Pensioners' Association)...weiterlesen »

Quality Standards for Summer Camps Demanded

vor 2 Tagen - VOL.at

According to a survey by the Chamber of Labor, children and adolescents in Austria spend an average of one week per year in holiday camps. The regulations for this are the responsibility of the federal...weiterlesen »

Association of Austrian Waste Management Companies Supports Ban on Disposable E-Cigarettes

vor 2 Tagen - VOL.at

The amendment to the Tobacco Act will include a ban on disposable e-cigarettes, stated State Secretary Ulrike Königsberger-Ludwig. These e-cigarettes are harmful to health and burden the environment. The...weiterlesen »

Eurovision Song Contest 2026: Wiener Stadthalle vs. Olympiahalle Innsbruck

vor 2 Tagen - VOL.at

The Wiener Stadthalle, designed by Roland Rainer, was opened in 1958 and is one of the oldest multi-purpose halls in Europe. Since its opening, over 75 million people have attended more than 13,000 events,...weiterlesen »

Equal Pension Day: Women Still Receive Much Less Pension Than Men

vor 2 Tagen - VOL.at

On Equal Pension Day, men have received as much pension on average as women will only receive at the end of the year - 147 days later. Last year, the difference was slightly larger at 40.1 percent, and...weiterlesen »

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