Demand for Social Security for People with Disabilities

vor 5 Stunden - VOL.at

"People with disabilities are denied a self-determined life," criticized Martin Schenk from the Poverty Conference. According to the NGO Poverty Conference, 27 percent of the approximately 760,000 people...weiterlesen »

After Threat Against Former Chancellor Nehammer: 17-Year-Old Sentenced

vor 7 Stunden - VOL.at

On August 17, 2024, the 17-year-old informed the then government leadership via Instagram in broken German that he would "come to behead/punish you and also the other chancellors (sic)," referring to the...weiterlesen »

Podcast Survey: This Many People Listen Until the End

vor 7 Stunden - VOL.at

IMAS surveyed 1,023 people aged 16 and over in June. According to Paul Eiselsberg, podcasts are permanently established but are often listened to in the background. 41 percent listen to podcasts for information,...weiterlesen »

Supermarket Shock: Prices for Groceries Are Getting Even More Expensive

vor 8 Stunden - VOL.at

The economists at Wifo expect a price increase for food (including alcohol and tobacco) of 3.2 percent on average for the coming year. For this year, an increase of 3.8 percent is forecast, according to...weiterlesen »

Wanted to Help with Flat Tire: 34-Year-Old Hit by Car in Lower Austria

vor 9 Stunden - VOL.at

The 34-year-old German citizen was flown to the University Hospital St. Pölten by "Christophorus 2", according to the state police department. Two Hungarian citizens, both 29, had to stop their car due...weiterlesen »

Vandalism in the Corridor: Police Operation in Vienna-Floridsdorf Due to Relationship Dispute

vor 10 Stunden - VOL.at

On October 9th, around 7:20 PM, the man observed an unknown person repeatedly knocking on an apartment door in the residential building on Siemensstraße in Vienna-Floridsdorf. When he then noticed sawdust...weiterlesen »

Break-In with Plastic Strip Trick: Women Caught in Vienna-Favoriten

vor 10 Stunden - VOL.at

Officers from the Task Force for Combating Street Crime (EGS) arrested two suspected burglars in Vienna-Favoriten on October 7. The two Croatian nationals, aged 22 and 25, allegedly attempted to break...weiterlesen »

Premiere at the Vienna City Hall: 554,000 Euros Collected at Charity Gala for Children with Cancer

vor 11 Stunden - VOL.at

The event was organized by the "Ambassador Circle" of the research institution, consisting of entrepreneur and former tennis professional Dominic Thiem, Bitpanda CEO Eric Demuth, JP Immobilien owner Daniel...weiterlesen »

Start for First Participatory Supermarket in Vienna

vor 11 Stunden - VOL.at

The concept of the participatory supermarket has already been tested on a smaller scale, and now the company MILA has decided to open a full-fledged supermarket. On an area of 350 square meters, around...weiterlesen »

Kickl's Helpers

vor 12 Stunden - VOL.at

The ÖVP leadership is out of touch. It was a mistake by parliamentary group leader August Wöginger to agree to a diversion in the job allocation trial, just as it was foolish for party leader, Chancellor...weiterlesen »

Rewe considers Unimarkt acquisition: Branches are to be retained

vor 13 Stunden - VOL.at

The Rewe group is positioning itself for the takeover of Unimarkt locations. This is likely to involve converting them into Adeg, and in some cases, Penny and Billa branches. How many stores they want...weiterlesen »

45 Goals: Arnautovic Crowns Himself as the New Record Goal Scorer

vor 13 Stunden - VOL.at

Marko Arnautovic was highly emotional, as he is known to be in these moments. As the new ÖFB record goal scorer, after the 10-0 win on Thursday in Vienna against San Marino, he first went to the stands...weiterlesen »

Severe Mental Stress Affects Almost Every Second Woman in Austria

vor 16 Stunden - VOL.at

As a result, slightly more than half of the respondents suffer from inner restlessness, nervousness, and tension. The problems are mainly attributed to lack of sleep and exhaustion (45 percent), family...weiterlesen »

The Starting Signal for New Entry-Exit System at Vienna Airport is Imminent

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

From Sunday, member states will begin its gradual introduction. With the automated IT system, travelers from third countries intending a short stay (up to 90 days) in the Schengen area will be recorded...weiterlesen »

Motorcyclist in Vienna-Floridsdorf Sped Away from the Police

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

During a focus operation by rapid judges, the Vienna officers noticed a motorcyclist whose exhaust was obviously defective. Furthermore, the driver was speeding and had no license plate attached to the...weiterlesen »

Over 9,000 Euros in Fines During "Sharp Action" Against Cyclists and E-Scooter Riders in Vienna

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

In addition to the state traffic department, officers from the uniformed bicycle service (uFD) of the city police commands were also deployed. The results are clear: A total of 175 on-the-spot fines and...weiterlesen »

Prison Sentence for Speeder After Fleeing from Vienna Police

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Initially, the public prosecutor's office investigated the 33-year-old speeder for attempted murder but dropped the intent to kill. The man was now found guilty of attempted grievous bodily harm, endangering...weiterlesen »

Teenagers Caught Breaking into Vienna Hotel

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Several units from the Meidling City Police Command, the Rapid Response Unit, and the Police Dog Unit then searched the hotel. Seven youths – three girls and four boys aged between 13 and 16 – were encountered....weiterlesen »

Motorcyclist in Vienna-Floridsdorf Sped Away from the Police

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

During a focus operation by summary judges, the Vienna officers noticed a motorcyclist whose exhaust was obviously defective. Furthermore, the driver was speeding and had no license plate on the motorcycle....weiterlesen »

"De La Salle" Closure in Vienna-Währing: Education Directorate Assists with School Placement Search

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

"It is very regrettable that the private school in Währing has to close. This is a major change for children, parents, and teachers," it was noted. Every family should have the assurance that their child...weiterlesen »

Investigation into the Cause of Fatal Boat Accident on Mur in Graz

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The Graz public prosecutor's office has ordered an autopsy of the body. The result could be available on Thursday or Friday. The sunken boat was salvaged and secured from the water on Wednesday. The two...weiterlesen »

Tip: New Uniform Flat Rates Planned Nationwide in Austria

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

In Austria, tips are not subject to tax, but they are subject to a social security contribution. Due to card payments, the amount of tips in individual businesses has become increasingly visible in recent...weiterlesen »

"Solo Mothers" See Themselves Discriminated Against by Child Desire Law

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

A group of single mothers feels discriminated against in accessing fertility treatments. Medically assisted reproduction is currently only available to married couples and individuals in registered partnerships...weiterlesen »

Two Inmates Escaped from Klagenfurt Prison

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

A spokeswoman for the Ministry of Justice confirmed a corresponding report by the "Kronen Zeitung" upon APA's request. A manhunt for the men was still ongoing, and an investigation is also underway to...weiterlesen »

Education Leave Abolished: New Model of Further Education Allowance Adopted

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Before the vote, individual amendments to the bill were made through a change request to address objections raised during the review process. However, the tightened access criteria for educational leave...weiterlesen »

Body Recovered from Kops Reservoir: Search After Car Accident Concluded

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Divers from EKO Cobra recovered the vehicle in collaboration with the fire department in the afternoon from a depth of 52 meters. The missing person was still in the vehicle, as the police reported. The...weiterlesen »

Uni Vienna Achieves Historic Rank in "Times" University Ranking

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

In the new edition of the "Times Higher Education World University Ranking" published on Thursday, the University of Vienna has become the first Austrian institution to reach a spot in the top 100. The...weiterlesen »

Austria's Police to Rely on "Super Recognizers" in the Future

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The executive will henceforth rely on Super Recognizers. These are people with an exceptionally high talent for recognizing faces. As part of a pilot project, 30 such officers have been deployed in Lower...weiterlesen »

Inflation Eats Income and Increases Financial Worries

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

According to the latest survey "How are we today?" by Statistics Austria, 23 percent of Austrians reported having suffered income losses in the past twelve months. Those particularly affected are people...weiterlesen »

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