University Strategy 2040: Government Decided on Approach

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Science Minister Eva-Maria Holzleitner (SPÖ) emphasized after the Council of Ministers on the development of the Higher Education Strategy 2040 that universities should combat anti-science sentiment and...weiterlesen »

200 Reports Due to False Discounts in Vienna Supermarkets

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"The worse a business performs during an inspection, the more frequently the Market Authority conducts inspections," said Market Authority Director Andreas Kutheil. The Ministry of Social Affairs stated...weiterlesen »

OeNB Chief Kocher: Avoid Flood of Regulations for Banks

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In view of the high complexity of European banking regulations, ECB Council member Martin Kocher believes there is room for simplification. Due to changes in banking, it is important to avoid too many...weiterlesen »

Photovoltaics in the City: Is That Even Possible on Vienna's Roofs?

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Among old buildings, narrow courtyards, and partially shaded rooftops, the implementation of solar power with photovoltaics in Vienna seems challenging at first glance. But this impression is misleading:...weiterlesen »

Goal for Budget Deficit Remains the Same for 2026

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In absolute numbers, next year's result will be one billion worse than planned. However, due to a higher gross domestic product, the budget deficit remains at the agreed 4.2 percent of GDP with the EU....weiterlesen »

Study on Greenhouse Gases: Austria Only Shifts, But Does Not Avoid

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To effectively combat climate change, there is much to be said for the direct avoidance of emissions. However, a study now reveals that in Austria, political measures in the areas of transport and housing...weiterlesen »

200 Reports Due to False Discounts in Vienna Supermarkets

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"The worse a business performs during an inspection, the more frequently the Market Office conducts inspections," said Market Office Director Andreas Kutheil. The Ministry of Social Affairs stated in a...weiterlesen »

National Council Starts October Plenary Week

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Linked to the ongoing Signa trial , the "Current Hour" in the National Council is at the request of the Greens right at the beginning. In the National Council, an increase in the investment premium and...weiterlesen »

LIVE Blog: Verdict Expected on Second Day of Benko Trial

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The detained Rene Benko stated on Tuesday that he is "not guilty." He also did not want to answer any further questions and referred to a statement submitted last week. However, Benko criticized the Economic...weiterlesen »

New Construction Crisis Causes Prices in the Domestic Real Estate Market to Rise

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In the first half of 2025, approximately 37,000 real estate transactions were registered in Austria, representing a decrease of about 5 percent compared to the previous year. After a strong first quarter,...weiterlesen »

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

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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 »

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 »

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 »

First Day in Benko Trial Ends After Just Two Hours

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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

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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 »

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 »

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

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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 »

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 »

Pursuit with Tractor Ends in Serious Accident

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A smuggler was arrested on the night of Monday after a traffic accident in Andau (district of Neusiedl am See) with a total of eleven injured. The Hungarian police had pursued the driver from Pakistan...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

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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 »

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 »

Mourning for Deceased Musician Gerd Schuller

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In Graz, where he initially worked as a musician at the Schauspielhaus Graz, he studied jazz piano. He played, among others, with STS and Boris Bukowski and composed music for the ORF magazine "Report"...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

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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 »

"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 »

Domestic Politics with Joy Over the Release of Israeli Hostages

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"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 »

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