Stocks on the Rise: More and More Austrians Investing in Securities

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Although Austrians still tend towards traditional savings, interest in alternatives like stocks has recently increased. This is shown by the so-called Financial Monitor of Bank Austria, for which around...weiterlesen »

New Teachers Hardly Feel Prepared for Everyday School Life

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Poor grades for the current teacher training: Only 42 percent of new teachers at middle schools and lower secondary schools feel well prepared for teaching practice after graduation, according to the latest...weiterlesen »

Tough Austerity Course Puts Austria on the Podium in EU Comparison

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With its consolidation course, Austria is currently among the most frugal countries in the EU. The so-called Fiscal Stance - a measure of a state's fiscal policy orientation - is at 1.3 percent of GDP,...weiterlesen »

TALIS Study Shows: Mental Strain in the Teaching Profession is Increasing

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A large majority (93 percent) of Austria's teachers are satisfied with their work, according to the current OECD study TALIS 2024. This is three percentage points less than in the 2018 survey, but still...weiterlesen »

New Teachers Hardly Feel Prepared for Everyday School Life

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Poor grades for the current teacher training: Only 42 percent of new teachers at middle schools and lower secondary schools feel well prepared for teaching practice after graduation, according to the latest...weiterlesen »

"How Are We Doing in Austria?": Launch of New Long-Term Study

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Once a year, the same individuals will be surveyed on topics such as work, income, housing, health, education, family, and personal attitudes. This will allow changes over time to be observed and serve...weiterlesen »

Gaming, Cosplay & Consultation: What Vienna Game City 2025 Offers

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The average age at the Vienna City Hall is likely to drop significantly again soon - at least temporarily: From October 10 to 12, the 16th Game City will take place there. The computer game showcase organized...weiterlesen »

Information and Insights at the Day of Vienna Schools on October 8

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The day offers the opportunity to get a taste of everyday school life and to engage in personal conversations with educators. Around 700 schools attract visitors with school tours, presentations, exhibitions,...weiterlesen »

20-Year-Old Sentenced After Threats Against Mauthausen Concentration Camp Memorial

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The previously unblemished defendant had "announced a rampage at the Mauthausen concentration camp" on September 6 or 7, began the prosecutor in his presentation. The defendant, who was working there as...weiterlesen »

Survey Shows: Boss is the Biggest Stress Factor at Work

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More than half of job seekers in Austria feel stressed in their professional lives. This is shown by a recent online survey by karriere.at on the occasion of World Mental Health Day on October 10. According...weiterlesen »

Difficult Struggle for Civil Servant Health Insurance Before Next Round of Negotiations

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Last Tuesday, a meeting took place where the government presented a first concrete offer. However, this offer was rejected by the unions GÖD and younion. GÖD Chairman Eckehard Quin stated that the government...weiterlesen »

"New Eisenstädter": FPÖ Against Purchase of Housing Company in Burgenland

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FPÖ-Burgenland leader Grandits criticizes the planned purchase of the housing company "Neue Eisenstädter" and points out that the purchase price of 10 million euros is offset by liabilities of 417 million...weiterlesen »

Penalties for Truancy to Increase Significantly

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Specifically, the penalty threat is set to increase from 110 to 440 euros to 150 to 1,000 euros starting September 1, 2026. The legal provision is included in those regulations that also stipulate mandatory...weiterlesen »

Free Pads and Tampons at 252 More Schools

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A total of 5.6 million pieces of period products are being provided as part of a cooperation with a drugstore chain. The initiative also aims to destigmatize menstruation. Especially in times of inflation,...weiterlesen »

Direct Access to School Gymnasiums for Clubs

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In future new constructions and renovations, it will be ensured that there is direct access to the sports facilities without having to go through the school buildings first. This should be implemented...weiterlesen »

Wifo-Chief Felbermayr Welcomes Collective Agreement Conclusion for Metalworkers

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The director of the Austrian Institute of Economic Research (Wifo), Gabriel Felbermayr, sees the signaling effect of the collective agreement in the metal industry on other collective bargaining agreements...weiterlesen »

Excluded Dornauer Criticizes SPÖ Leader Babler

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Andreas Babler has "unfortunately cemented himself well," said Georg Dornauer in an interview with the "Kronen Zeitung" (Sunday edition). "Those who are currently leading the regime on Löwelstraße are...weiterlesen »

Excitement Over Alleged "Fake Bombs" at Demonstration in Vienna

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Before the "March for Life," there was a church service in the Vienna Karlskirche, led by the emeritus Bishop Klaus Küng. After the service, the church had to be evacuated because a ticking noise and a...weiterlesen »

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