Future at Risk: Climate Crisis the Greatest Threat for Austrians

vor 6 Stunden - VOL.at

68 percent of Austrians see the climate crisis as the greatest challenge of our time. Conversely, this means that 32 percent, or nearly a third, do not see it that way. This is according to a survey by...weiterlesen »

Media Employees in Austria Fear for Jobs and Freedom of Expression

vor 20 Stunden - VOL.at

Job satisfaction among media employees is high, but there is dissatisfaction with the structures. 53 percent criticize the communication culture. Only 25 percent are satisfied with co-determination opportunities....weiterlesen »

U-Committee: Live Broadcast Topic on Wednesday

vor 20 Stunden - VOL.at

Representatives of the parliamentary parties will discuss on Wednesday afternoon (2 PM) in the National Council's Rules of Procedure Committee whether the upcoming committee of inquiry regarding the Pilnacek...weiterlesen »

Sale of Legal Cannabis Flowers: Law Aims to Provide Clarity

vor 20 Stunden - VOL.at

According to a draft, cannabis products may only be sourced from approved wholesalers and sold at fixed retail prices until 2028, as the responsible Ministry of Finance informed the APA upon request. Additionally,...weiterlesen »

Study Shows Need for Action Against Climate Crisis

vor 21 Stunden - VOL.at

The topic of when human society will be affected by rising average temperatures and changes to the planet, and when planetary boundaries will be crossed, is being discussed in science and politics. This...weiterlesen »

Deceased Patient in Upper Austria: Pammer as Commission Leader

vor 21 Stunden - VOL.at

The former state audit office director Friedrich Pammer will lead the expert commission that is to investigate the procedures surrounding the death of a patient at Rohrbach hospital. This was announced...weiterlesen »

Youth Report Shows: Teenagers Want More Political Participation

vor 22 Stunden - VOL.at

More than 18,500 young people aged 14 to 22 participated in the participatory study between February 2023 and May 2025. Qualitative data was collected in around 25 workshops and focus groups at schools...weiterlesen »

Concern About Security: Support for Conscription Rises

vor 23 Stunden - VOL.at

In light of the changed global security situation, support for conscription in Austria is experiencing a surge. 73 percent support it, according to a representative survey by the Ministry of Defense on...weiterlesen »

Lower Austria Facing Stricter Social Assistance Regulations

vor 23 Stunden - VOL.at

The Lower Austrian state government decided on stricter rules for social assistance in its meeting on Tuesday. Longer reductions for those unwilling to work and higher penalties for false information are...weiterlesen »

Green Party: Childcare Should Not Depend on Place of Residence

vor 23 Stunden - VOL.at

The Greens are demanding more pressure from the federal government on the states regarding the expansion of childcare. There are dramatic differences in the availability of childcare facilities between...weiterlesen »

Meinl-Reisinger criticizes "Hands-Off Understanding" of Neutrality

vor 23 Stunden - VOL.at

The Treaty of Lisbon stipulates in Article 42 (7) that in the event of an armed attack on an EU member, all other states of the European Union must provide assistance, said Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger...weiterlesen »

Westbahn orders new trains from China, sparking debate

vor 23 Stunden - VOL.at

The partially private railway company Westbahn introduced four new trains on Monday. There is now criticism that the double-decker units come from the Chinese manufacturer CRRC. The Chamber of Labor, unions,...weiterlesen »

Greenpeace Protests with "Climate Receipt" in Front of Parliament in Vienna Against OMV

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The OMV emissions of the last ten years cause global climate damages worth 102 billion euros, according to Greenpeace's climate receipt. These include costs from natural disasters, sea level rise, extreme...weiterlesen »

Chamber of Physicians Sees Itself Unjustly Criticized for Nursing Competence

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The Medical Association (ÖÄK) does not see itself as a hindrance in the discussion that flared up at the beginning of the week about expanding competencies for nursing professionals. "We are in favor of...weiterlesen »

Care Association Criticizes Barriers in Heavy Worker Regulation

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The Austrian Health and Nursing Association (ÖGKV) still sees some gaps in the heavy labor regulation for nursing staff, which was introduced about two weeks ago via ordinance. ÖGKV President Elisabeth...weiterlesen »

Westbahn Expands Fleet with Four Double-Decker Trains

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The Westbahn ordered the trains back in 2019. Haselsteiner criticized the long approval duration: "You are not a customer, but a supplicant." According to Haselsteiner, the European industry takes four...weiterlesen »

OeNB Chief Kocher Sees Economic Recovery

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

However, it is clear "that there is a growth outlook in the Eurozone and in the EU area overall that is not very dynamic," says National Bank Governor Martin Kocher. The second half of 2025 could still...weiterlesen »

"Forest of Young Viennese" Celebrates Anniversary with Reforestation Campaign

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Since 1985, around 490,000 native trees and shrubs have been planted on approximately 611,000 square meters during the "Forest of Young Viennese" event, including oaks, lindens, ashes, maples, and wild...weiterlesen »

Nurses Await Expanded Medication Competence: ÖGKV Criticizes

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Currently, this process is lagging, "because the mandatory interest groups are vetoing it," said ÖGKV Vice President Inge Köberl-Hiebler on Ö1 radio on Monday. She sees the Health Minister as being challenged....weiterlesen »

Clear Demand for Mandatory Education for Young Refugees

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

They are based on three scientific analyses on the subject. The exclusion of asylum seekers from compulsory education until 18 violates children's rights and international guidelines, it was stated at...weiterlesen »

Viennese Building Materials Dealer Quester is Insolvent: 290 Jobs at Risk

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The reason is the "persistently negative development of the construction industry," the company announced. How the company, founded in 1934, and its approximately 300 employees will continue is now to...weiterlesen »

WKÖ Salary Increase Causes Criticism and Praise

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

On Monday, it was reported by the "Presse" that the salaries of the Chamber of Commerce employees are to increase by 4.2 percent. This is clearly above the inflation rate of 3.5 percent. In numerous industries,...weiterlesen »

Viennese Building Materials Dealer Quester is Insolvent: 290 Jobs at Risk

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The reason is the "persistently negative development of the construction industry," the company announced. How the company, founded in 1934, and its approximately 300 employees will continue is now to...weiterlesen »

Neighbor in Need Collects Donations for the People in Ukraine

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

According to UN estimates, 12.7 million people need support, as Nachbar in Not announced on Monday. The number of airstrikes has increased significantly, about ten percent of all houses and apartments...weiterlesen »

"Play Christkind" with Post and Samaritan Association Austria

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

For the 13th time, the Samaritan Association and the Austrian Post AG are inviting people to the popular Christmas campaign "Play Santa". People all over Austria can send gifts free of charge to children...weiterlesen »

Start of the Third Season of Desilting at Lake Neusiedl

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Overall, desilting work at Lake Neusiedl is planned at more than 30 locations. In twelve of the 14 municipalities on the lakeshore, the lake management will be active in the 2025/26 season, announced State...weiterlesen »

Kangaroo Stolen from Family City: 2,000 Euro Reward for Information

vor 2 Tagen - VOL.at

A particularly audacious theft is currently occupying the police in Lower Austria: On the night from Thursday to Friday, a young red-necked kangaroo was taken from the leisure and adventure world Family...weiterlesen »

Viennese Building Materials Dealer Quester is Insolvent: 290 Jobs at Risk

vor 2 Tagen - VOL.at

The reason is the "persistently negative development of the construction industry." Now, an insolvency administrator must decide what will happen with the company, founded in 1934, and its 290 employees....weiterlesen »

Viennese Building Materials Dealer Quester is Insolvent: 290 Jobs at Risk

vor 2 Tagen - VOL.at

The reason is the "persistently negative development of the construction industry." How the company, founded in 1934, and its 290 employees will proceed must now be decided by an insolvency administrator....weiterlesen »

Violence, Vandalism, Bullying: Everyday School Life Stressful for Many Teachers

vor 2 Tagen - VOL.at

Austrian teachers are generally satisfied with the school climate: In the current OECD study TALIS 2024, 96 percent stated that teaching staff and children usually get along well. However, compared to...weiterlesen »

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