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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 »
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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 »
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 »
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 »
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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 »
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 »
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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 »
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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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »