No incitement, but freedom of expression: Vienna Imam acquitted

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Because he posted statements on Facebook directed against Jews in Israel following the terrorist attack by Hamas on Israel on October 7, 2023, a former Viennese imam had to answer in court on Wednesday....weiterlesen »

Civil Servant Health Insurance Agreement: Lower Austria and Salzburg Adopt Conclusion

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In the ÖVP-led federal states of Lower Austria and Salzburg, the civil servant collective agreement settlement is to be adopted at the state level, as was communicated upon request by the APA. In Carinthia...weiterlesen »

Boat Capsized on Mur in Graz: Body of 24-Year-Old Found

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He and two of his colleagues from the construction site of the Mur bridge on the South Motorway (A2) were on the Mur with the aluminum boat for work when it sank for reasons still unclear. While the other...weiterlesen »

"Climate Fit": Floridsdorf Indoor Pool Shines in New Splendor After Comprehensive Renovation

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Throughout the entire facility of the indoor swimming pool, both the technical equipment and the water treatment have been fundamentally renewed. The operation of the indoor swimming pool is primarily...weiterlesen »

After Diversion for Wöginger: This is What the Coalition Says

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Both Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger (NEOS) and Finance Minister Markus Marterbauer (SPÖ) refrained from criticizing Wöginger. Meinl-Reisinger did not comment on the court decision but emphasized...weiterlesen »

Registrations of E-Vans Plummet

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"The abolition of the standard consumption tax for diesel small trucks has led to a collapse in electric transporters. This decline is bad for air quality and bad for Austria's climate balance," criticizes...weiterlesen »

Boat Capsized: Search for Missing Person in Mur

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Two occupants were rescued from the Mur with hypothermia, while a man is missing. The search for him is ongoing. The state police department reports several patrols, a helicopter, a drone, as well as rescue,...weiterlesen »

Railway Collective Agreement Negotiations on the Home Stretch

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"We made significant progress today. The negotiation climate is positive, and we are approaching a conclusion that is feasible for both sides, also considering the economically challenging conditions of...weiterlesen »

Trial Against ÖVP Club Chairman Wöginger Started with a Twist

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It was already known in advance that the two also accused tax officials had submitted a "statement of responsibility" to the court. During the trial, Wöginger's lawyer, Michael Rohregger, announced that...weiterlesen »

SPÖ Leader Babler Advocates for Reduction of Value-Added Tax on Food

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According to the SPÖ, SPÖ leader and Vice Chancellor Andreas Babler and Finance Minister Markus Marterbauer agreed to "consider" the reduction of VAT on food - however, under the following conditions:...weiterlesen »

Production More Expensive Than Import: Is Wind Power Facing the End Due to Planned High Fees?

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The government's plans would mean a tripling of grid connection costs. The ongoing grid fees are already the second highest in Europe, and a further increase would "fundamentally endanger" many wind power...weiterlesen »

Trial Against ÖVP Club Chairman Wöginger Started with a Twist

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It had already become known in advance that the two also accused tax officials had submitted a "statement of responsibility" to the court. During the trial, Wöginger's lawyer, Michael Rohregger, announced...weiterlesen »

"Trend Reversal" in the Real Estate Market, Rental Market Still Under Pressure

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Since mid-2022, affordability has increased by 27 percent according to Raiffeisen Research, making residential properties as affordable as they were in early 2018. "The ice age in the Austrian real estate...weiterlesen »

SPÖ Leader Babler Advocates for Reduction of Value-Added Tax on Food

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IHS head Holger Bonin stated that the measure is "not very targeted" from a social policy perspective. The priority is to promote competition in the food trade. Finance State Secretary Eibinger-Miedl (ÖVP)...weiterlesen »

Trial Against ÖVP Club Chairman Wöginger Started with a Twist

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

It had already become known in advance that the two also accused tax officials had submitted a "taking responsibility" statement to the court. During the trial, Wöginger's lawyer, Michael Rohregger, announced...weiterlesen »

Trial Against ÖVP Club Chairman Wöginger Started with a Twist

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

It was already known in advance that the two also accused tax officials had submitted a "statement of responsibility" to the court. During the trial, Wöginger's lawyer, Michael Rohregger, announced that...weiterlesen »

Two Years After Hamas Attack: Van der Bellen Remembers October 7, 2023

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In an online video, he recalled the suffering of the abducted hostages and their families, as well as the population in the Gaza Strip. "May October 7, 2023, finally come to an end!" he appealed. Van der...weiterlesen »

"Let's not rush": Rental package likely not coming until 2026

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Currently, the rental and housing package of the federal government is under review. Ideally by the end of the year, but possibly not until January, it should be presented in the plenary session of the...weiterlesen »

AK supports plans for grid fees for electricity producers

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In the debate about grid fees for electricity suppliers, the Chamber of Labor (AK) supports the government's plans. It is only fair that those who use the grid also pay for it. Currently, producers bear...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 »

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