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 »

EU Parliament for Ban on Veggie "Burger" Designation

vor 11 Stunden - VOL.at

The planned changes to the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) aim to address the challenges that European farmers increasingly face. They are intended to particularly reduce administrative burdens, which...weiterlesen »

Increasing Danger from Batteries: Waste Management Calls for Measures

vor 13 Stunden - VOL.at

At the end of September, Federal Minister Norbert Totschnig invited experts from business and associations to a round table to get a grip on the increasing number of fires caused by lithium batteries,...weiterlesen »

Reduction of VAT on Food: Debate in Government Continues

vor 13 Stunden - VOL.at

Finance Minister Markus Marterbauer (SPÖ) maintained that a reduction in the value-added tax on food would only be feasible with appropriate counter-financing. State Secretary Barbara Eibinger-Miedl (ÖVP)...weiterlesen »

AI Images, GPS Tracking, and Arson: Two Years Imprisonment for Stalker in Lower Austria

vor 13 Stunden - VOL.at

A 43-year-old was sentenced on Wednesday at the St. Pölten Regional Court for stalking and arson to 24 months, with 16 months suspended, although the verdict is not yet legally binding. The defendant confessed...weiterlesen »

After Diversion for Wöginger: This is What the Coalition Says

vor 13 Stunden - VOL.at

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 »

Catholic Private School "De La Salle" Must Close Location in Vienna-Währing

vor 13 Stunden - VOL.at

Classes and afternoon care are to continue without restriction until then, the school association announced in a statement on its homepage . The main reason given was rising costs. "At the Währing location,...weiterlesen »

Reactions to the Three-Year Conclusion in Civil Servant Health Insurance

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Finance Minister Markus Marterbauer (SPÖ) pointed out that the regulation is designed innovatively. Lower incomes would fare better through the fixed amounts. His thanks also went to the unions. Yesterday,...weiterlesen »

Registrations of E-Vans Plummet

vor 15 Stunden - VOL.at

"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 »

Designations for Veggie Products Occupy EU Parliament

vor 17 Stunden - VOL.at

In the report up for vote in the EU Parliament, several specific terms have been introduced through an amendment. These include "steak", "schnitzel", "hamburger", and "sausage". These would then only be...weiterlesen »

Program for 63rd Viennale Unveiled

vor 18 Stunden - VOL.at

The spectrum of the 63rd Viennale ranges from Kristen Stewart's directorial debut "Chronology of Water" to the dusty production "Alpha" by Cannes award-winner Julia Ducournau, to Mascha Schilinski's Oscar...weiterlesen »

Civil Servant Health Insurance Agreement: This Applies Until 2028

vor 18 Stunden - VOL.at

Between January 2026 and the end of June 2026, there will be no salary increase. From July 2026 to July 2027, the salary will increase by 3.3 percent, according to Civil Servants State Secretary Alexander...weiterlesen »

War, Climate, Financial Worries: What Weighs on Our Psyche

vor 20 Stunden - VOL.at

News about wars and conflicts, climate change, and financial worries burden many people in Austria. Overall, the situation appears positive according to an Integral survey conducted on the occasion of...weiterlesen »

City of Vienna Warns of New Scam

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The city of Vienna has received reports of emails in which a collection agency named COEO-Inkasso demands alleged "parking fines" on behalf of the city. Among other things, recipients are offered a "settlement...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 »

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 »

Austria Overcomes Recession, But Inflation Remains High

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The economic researchers from Wifo and IHS raised their economic forecast for the current year on Tuesday. In June, they still expected zero growth (Wifo) or a "mini" plus (IHS) of 0.1 percent for the...weiterlesen »

Nine Years in Prison for 55-Year-Old After Bloody Crime at Vienna Central Station

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The defendant struck the victim eleven times in the face with his fist in a waiting area at the main train station on April 7, 2025, which led to the man's death. Several eyewitnesses sitting nearby, who...weiterlesen »

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

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

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

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

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 »

Austria Overcomes Recession, But Inflation Remains High

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The economic researchers from Wifo and IHS are raising their economic forecast for the current year. However, the economists do not expect a major economic upswing. In June, Austria's economy was still...weiterlesen »

Young and Homeless: Caritas Calls for Nationwide Strategy

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Many adolescents and young adults are affected by homelessness, yet there is little information about this group. In Vienna, about one-third of all homeless people are under 30 years old, approximately...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 »

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 »

Austria Overcomes Recession, But Inflation Remains High

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The economic researchers from Wifo and IHS are raising their economic forecast for the current year. In June, Austria's economy was expected to have zero growth (Wifo) or a "mini" plus (IHS) of 0.1 percent,...weiterlesen »

Österreich überwindet Rezession, aber Inflation bleibt hoch

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The economic researchers from Wifo and IHS are raising their economic forecast for the current year. In June, Austria's economy was expected to have zero growth (Wifo) or a "mini" plus (IHS) of 0.1 percent,...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 »

"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 »

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

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

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 »

AK supports plans for grid fees for electricity producers

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

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 »

NIKI-Awards are presented in the Wiener Stadthalle

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

In twelve categories, personalities will be awarded the NIKI-Awards, named after legend Nikolaus Lauda, for their sporting achievements at the Lotteries-Sporthilfe-Gala on Wednesday (live at 8:15 PM ORF...weiterlesen »

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

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

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 »

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