Prison Sentences in Trial of Abused Vienna Teacher

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The man from Iraq was found guilty of three sexual assaults on the woman, which the court classified as rape, sexual abuse of a defenseless person, and sexual coercion. Furthermore, the 15-year-old was...weiterlesen »

Prison Sentences in Trial of Abused Vienna Teacher

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The prosecutor demanded harsh sentences for the defendants in her closing argument due to serious criminality. She emphasized that the evidence was sufficient for a conviction and that the victim had suffered...weiterlesen »

First Bank Open: Tennis Superstar Sinner Returns to Vienna with Good Memories

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"Very positive memories. It's a tournament that has helped me a lot," said tennis superstar Sinner at a media event about his previous appearances in Vienna. "Many years ago, I started with a wildcard,...weiterlesen »

Compromise Proposal in Dispute Over Guest Patients

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Vienna and Lower Austria want to resolve the conflict over guest patients. On Monday, the councillors Peter Hacker (SPÖ) and Anton Kasser (ÖVP) met to announce a "starting signal." There was a first constructive...weiterlesen »

After Closure of Ukraine Arrival Center, a Housing Problem Looms

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Ukrainians must register with the police in Austria and apply for basic services at a social institution, such as the Vienna Social Fund, if they wish to use them. Until the application is approved, the...weiterlesen »

Worldwide Disruption Paralyzes Amazon Services

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"We can confirm increased error rates and latencies for several AWS services in the US-EAST-1 region," said the cloud provider Amazon Web Services (AWS) in a status update on its website on Monday. After...weiterlesen »

Filming for the Last "Tatort" Case with Krassnitzer and Neuhauser Has Started

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Krassnitzer and Neuhauser had stated that they will end their service with the Austrian "Tatort" at their own request by the end of the coming year. Until then, they will appear in three more episodes....weiterlesen »

After Benko Verdict: Defense Filed an Appeal

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The nullity complaint challenges potential procedural or judgment errors, while the appeal is directed against the sentence. The aim of the nullity complaint is to overturn the verdict against Rene Benko...weiterlesen »

After SPÖ Resolution on Rent Usury: Hattmannsdorfer Against "General Suspicion" for Landlords

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Economy Minister Wolfgang Hattmannsdorfer (ÖVP) described the matter as an internal discussion of the SPÖ. Therefore, he did not want to make any further comments on it. It is definitely "problematic when...weiterlesen »

Compromise Proposal in Dispute Over Guest Patients

vor 12 Stunden - VOL.at

The new regional councilor Anton Kasser (ÖVP), responsible for finances and regional clinics, proposes the establishment of a commission to negotiate the new financial equalization (FAG). Until then, "current...weiterlesen »

Prostitute Strangled: Vienna Police Hunt Serial Robber with Scar on Face

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An as-yet unidentified perpetrator is being sought by the Vienna police for two attempted robberies. On September 12, around 8:30 PM, the man overpowered one of the women working in a red-light district...weiterlesen »

Arrests After Robbery in Vienna-Brigittenau

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The young men are suspected of attempting to rob a 21-year-old and a 17-year-old on the Treppelweg near Handelskai on July 3. When the victims refused to hand over their valuables and cash, the perpetrators...weiterlesen »

Neutrality for Rosenkranz "very special state goal"

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On the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the Neutrality Act, top politicians and experts from Austria and Switzerland discussed the current significance of neutrality in Parliament on Monday. While National...weiterlesen »

Ice Hockey: End for Fleming as Capitals Coach

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13 points from eleven games and only tenth place in the ICE Hockey League table: The Vienna Capitals have responded to the poor start to the season by relieving coach Gerry Fleming of his duties. The 59-year-old...weiterlesen »

Pepper Spray Attack During Robbery Attempt in Vienna-Ottakring

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A 23-year-old man was attacked with pepper spray on October 18 around 5:45 AM on a park bench at Ludo-Hartmann-Platz in Vienna-Ottakring. According to his statement, he was drinking beer there when suddenly...weiterlesen »

Caution Mold: What You Can Do as a Tenant in Vienna - and Who Is Liable

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Mold formation in the apartment is always a nuisance and can also have serious health consequences. Mold grows primarily where moisture cannot escape and the surface temperature is low. Therefore, ventilation...weiterlesen »

Before the 200th Birthday of Strauss: The Blue Danube Waltz in Profile

vor 21 Stunden - VOL.at

The waltz, as one of the first hits in music history, still enjoys unbroken popularity today - practically as on the first day. The term "hit" first appeared in print in connection with the premiere of...weiterlesen »

Fresh Breeze in the Viennese Palais Auersperg

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The Palais Auersperg has a new main tenant. The Viennese entrepreneur Philipp Grünbacher – among others, owner of the Vienna Mozart Concerts and the event location Mirage in the Prater – recently signed...weiterlesen »

Experience Vienna's Emergency Services Up Close: The Program at the Safety Festival 2025

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During numerous demonstrations, visitors to the Vienna Security Festival around the National Holiday from 9 AM to 5 PM will gain insights into the often dangerous work of the emergency organizations. The...weiterlesen »

Lawyers Sound the Alarm After Threats to Judges

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Meinhard Lukas from the Johannes Kepler University Linz emphasized that criticism of court decisions is justified, but personal attacks or threats against judges are unacceptable. Politicians should also...weiterlesen »

Termination Due to Personal Use: What Rights Do Tenants Have?

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Rental apartments – especially in big cities – are not only expensive but also often scarce. Those who enter into an indefinite rental agreement can consider themselves lucky. "Because the landlord can...weiterlesen »

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