Ex-girlfriend beaten and bitten: Prison sentence for Viennese woman

vor 13 Stunden - VOL.at

She was not found guilty as charged, but was instead found guilty of multiple counts of bodily harm and sentenced to 20 months in prison, six of which are unconditional. The verdict is not final. "She...weiterlesen »

Pressure to Save in Vienna: Where Cuts Will Be Made in 2026 and Which Fees Will Increase

vor 17 Stunden - VOL.at

The city of Vienna will present a savings budget for 2026, which aims to reduce the deficit to a projected 2.65 billion euros through a consolidation of 2 billion euros. About 1.35 billion euros of this...weiterlesen »

Train Driver Under Suspicion of Abuse: Museum in Weinviertel Affected

vor 18 Stunden - VOL.at

The suspect was an employee of the Strasshof Railway Museum on the Northern Railway (Gänserndorf district) for many years. The assaults are said to have occurred in the museum. This was announced by the...weiterlesen »

Austrian Quantum Computer as First in Space

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At the University of Vienna, based on the work of Anton Zeilinger, capabilities with quantum systems have been developed that enable applications such as quantum cryptography and quantum computers. "We...weiterlesen »

Green Party Continues to Push for Rapid Energy Transition

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In the National Council session on Wednesday, the party will also submit a corresponding motion, said Green leader Leonore Gewessler at a press conference on Tuesday. She called on the government to speed...weiterlesen »

PIN Entries at Vienna City Ikea Were Illegally Filmed

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Ikea has been fined 1.5 million euros for illegal video surveillance, several media reported on Tuesday. At the branch at Vienna's Westbahnhof, cameras allegedly filmed passersby in front of the store...weiterlesen »

Migration Background in Vienna's Cultural Sector Not Uncommon

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"The proportion of migrants in culture roughly corresponds to the population," said Ogris during the presentation of the results on Tuesday at the Vienna Volkstheater. In the federal capital, this proportion...weiterlesen »

Boom in Electricity from Renewables Continues

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"Overall, one can say that the EAG is effective," said E-Control board member Wolfgang Urbantschitsch during the presentation of the monitoring report. Due to the structural changes in the funding landscape...weiterlesen »

First Day in Benko Trial Ends After Just Two Hours

vor 20 Stunden - VOL.at

The trial against the fallen ex-real estate tycoon and Signa founder René Benko began on Tuesday at the Innsbruck Regional Court - and ended after just under two hours. Benko, visibly slimmer and marked...weiterlesen »

First Day in Benko Trial Ends After Only Two Hours

vor 21 Stunden - VOL.at

The fallen former real estate tycoon and Signa founder René Benko pleaded not guilty on Tuesday at the Innsbruck Regional Court in the trial for fraudulent bankruptcy. Furthermore, he did not want to answer...weiterlesen »

Slight Increase in Passengers for Vienna Airport

vor 21 Stunden - VOL.at

Vienna Airport handled around 24.6 million passengers in the first nine months. This was 1.9 percent more passengers than in the previous year, Vienna Airport announced on Tuesday. In the entire Vienna...weiterlesen »

Green Party Continues to Push for Rapid Energy Transition

vor 21 Stunden - VOL.at

In the National Council session on Wednesday, the party will also submit a corresponding motion, said Green leader Leonore Gewessler at a press conference on Tuesday. She called on the government to speed...weiterlesen »

Boom in Electricity from Renewables Continues

vor 21 Stunden - VOL.at

The monitoring analyzes the goals of the Renewable Expansion Act, including 100 percent renewable electricity by 2030 and 27 TWh additional generation from renewable sources. Also, 5 TWh of renewable gas...weiterlesen »

Medical Studies: European Law Expert Warns of Consequences of "Solidarity Contribution"

vor 21 Stunden - VOL.at

Science Minister Eva-Maria Holzleitner (SPÖ) suggests that medical graduates should contribute to the community in return for their free education. Vice Chancellor Andreas Babler specified that applicants...weiterlesen »

Environmental Label for Restaurant "Kelsen" in Parliament

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The restaurant "Kelsen" in the Austrian Parliament has been re-certified with the Austrian Eco-label according to a press release. It had lost the license at the end of September after, according to research...weiterlesen »

Live Blog: Kick-off for Trial Against Benko in Innsbruck

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Benko is accused of having withdrawn assets amounting to around 660,000 euros from the reach of his creditors by moving them into companies and private foundations, as well as transferring them to his...weiterlesen »

Hotel Mama: Many Singles Still Live with Their Parents

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62 percent of singles surveyed in a poll by the dating app Parship stated that they also live alone, yet nearly half of young singles under 30 years old still live with their parents. Among those aged...weiterlesen »

The Own Four Walls - Just a Place to Sleep or a Status Symbol?

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For almost all Austrians, their own home is far more than just four walls: it is a personal retreat, a safe haven where one can recharge and rejuvenate. At the same time, for many, it becomes a stage for...weiterlesen »

Election for "Animal of the Year 2026" Started

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The Nature Conservation Association invited the public to vote for the "Animal of the Year" on Monday. The options are the red deer, the least weasel, and the alpine marmot. All three are repeatedly threatened...weiterlesen »

Autonomy Stele Unveiled in Vienna

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The stele, unveiled in the presence of the Italian Ambassador Giovanni Pugliese, is intended to inform the public about the history of South Tyrol and encourage reflection, said Vienna's Mayor Michael...weiterlesen »

EBU Cancels November Vote on ESC Exclusion of Israel

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"In light of the recent developments in the Middle East, the board agrees that there is a clear need for an open and personal discussion among the members regarding the question of participation in the...weiterlesen »

Unknown Person Damaged Cars in Lower Austria with Pumpkins

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Rear and windshields were partially destroyed by the pumpkins in the district of Bruck a. d. Leitha, and there was also damage to the bodies, reported the Lower Austria State Police Directorate on Monday....weiterlesen »

Jewelry Dealer Caused Trial to Collapse Again: Arrest Warrant Issued

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Defense attorney Peter Philipp informed that the defendant announced on Friday that he would not attend the main hearing. Instead, two state security officers would appear to explain to the court that...weiterlesen »

Twelve-Child Family in Vienna Sparks New Social Welfare Debate

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The discussion about the reform of social assistance gained new momentum on Monday after a "Krone" report about another individual case of a large family. Integration Minister Claudia Plakolm (ÖVP) told...weiterlesen »

"Vienna Killing: The Unterweger Story": ORF Shows Documentary on Thursday

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The ORF documentary "Vienna Killing: The Unterweger Story" offers previously unpublished archival footage and secretly recorded phone calls, providing "disturbing insights into the manipulative psyche...weiterlesen »

Municipal Council Election in St. Pölten on January 25

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A spokesperson explained upon request that the invitation to the city senate was sent to the factions on October 20. The election date for the municipal council election in St. Pölten is based on a proposal...weiterlesen »

Court Rejects Conditional Release of Josef F.

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Josef F., who was sentenced to life imprisonment in the Amstetten incest case, will not be conditionally released for the time being. The Regional Court of Krems has rejected an application submitted by...weiterlesen »

Senior Council with Demand for Fair Pensions

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According to Presidents Birgit Gerstorfer (SPÖ) and Ingrid Korosec (ÖVP), the older generation is ready to contribute to budget consolidation. However, this must be done fairly, they emphasized at the...weiterlesen »

Reform Partnership: NEOS for Municipal Mergers

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In light of financial constraints in the municipalities, more options for action should be created without introducing new taxes, emphasized NEOS representatives Gertraud Auinger-Oberzaucher and Birgit...weiterlesen »

Headwinds for New Rent Price and Housing Package

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The new rent price and housing package includes the value protection of rental contracts and a limitation on rent increases. The draft law proposes that fixed-term rental contracts should last at least...weiterlesen »

First Large Family with Twelve Children Receives Vienna Social Assistance

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Following a similar case in the spring – at that time, a Syrian family with eleven children received more than 9,000 euros in social assistance – this current case is also sparking political debates and...weiterlesen »

Schlager Queen Andrea Berg announces new arena tour

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Around two dozen concerts, where she wants to build on the "goosebump moments" of her last tour, according to the 59-year-old, are planned. "I want to bring this special energy back to the stage," she...weiterlesen »

"Circulär Vienna": Strategy for Circular Economy Established

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At Vienna's City Hall, there is a determination to combat waste and promote resource conservation at all levels. The focus is on recycling. The areas where action is to be taken have now been outlined...weiterlesen »

Teacher Representatives Criticized Plans for Headscarf Ban

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The SPÖ teacher representatives criticize that the justification for the ban in the draft law, citing the welfare of the child, represents a "gross misjudgment" as long as other important issues are not...weiterlesen »

Domestic Politics with Joy Over the Release of Israeli Hostages

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

"I share the immense joy of their families and friends in this historic moment," said Federal President Alexander Van der Bellen on online platforms. "Now the time for healing must begin. For the hostages,...weiterlesen »

Teachers at Middle Schools More Often Confronted with Difficult Classes

vor 2 Tagen - VOL.at

In middle schools, there are significantly more students than in the AHS lower secondary level who have learning difficulties, exhibit behavioral issues, or grow up in families with little money and low...weiterlesen »

U5 Construction: Where in Vienna Is It Worth Investing in Property Now?

vor 2 Tagen - VOL.at

Those looking to invest in real estate that is expected to experience significant long-term price increases should consider the areas around the new U5 line. Due to the resulting good public transport...weiterlesen »

Positive Results for the Youth Crime Task Force

vor 2 Tagen - VOL.at

From March 2024 to the end of September 2025, according to the ministry's information on Sunday, 10,574 reports were filed, of which 2,687 cases involved minors. In 1,315 cases, including 136 minors, arrests...weiterlesen »

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