PVA: ME/CFS Cases on the Rise

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In 2019, the PVA recorded the main diagnosis of ME/CFS in only 16 applications for occupational disability and invalidity pensions or rehabilitation benefits, but in 2024, it was recorded in 288 cases...weiterlesen »

Kick-off for Collective Agreement Negotiations in Trade

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The collective bargaining negotiations for the approximately 430,000 retail employees and 20,000 apprentices start on Thursday at noon at the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber (WKÖ) in Vienna. At the outset,...weiterlesen »

Analyse: Decline in Property Prices is Over

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Real estate prices in Austria are rising again. Between July and September, prices nationwide increased by 1.3 percent, as an analysis by Raiffeisen Research based on data from the Austrian National Bank...weiterlesen »

Diplomatic SOCIETY: Presentation of the issue with cover story about „The Last Ambassador“

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Under the patronage of Eva-Maria Holzleitner, Federal Minister of Women, Science and Research, Gertrud Tauchhammer, Owner and Publisher of Diplomatic SOCIETY Magazine, invited to a Salon diplomatique breakfast...weiterlesen »

"CyberHAK": This is Where Austria's Future Cyber Cops Are Trained

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The rapid increase in cybercrime has been highlighted by law enforcement for years. To ensure the police find future cyber-cops, children and young people are taught about internet security in a dedicated...weiterlesen »

Energy No Longer a Driver of Inflation from 2026

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At the beginning of 2025, annual household energy expenses had increased by up to several hundred euros. This was less due to direct energy prices and more due to the significantly increased fees for the...weiterlesen »

Government Wants to Adjust Controversial German Support Classes

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Alternatively, school-autonomous models for learning German within the class group should be possible. Changes are also planned for the much-criticized MIKA-D language test and the rules for repeating...weiterlesen »

Despite Open Questions: Flat Tax for Working in Retirement to Come in 2026

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"We are working hard to meet the date," said SPÖ State Secretary and government coordinator Michaela Schmidt on Wednesday after the cabinet meeting regarding the flat tax for work during retirement. "There...weiterlesen »

Fewer Job Openings in Austria

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In the third quarter, domestic companies reported 138,100 job vacancies, as Statistics Austria announced on Wednesday. This represents a decrease of 6.6 percent compared to the previous quarter and 17.7...weiterlesen »

Abu Dhabi Invests in OMV Hydrogen Plant in Bruck a.d. Leitha

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"We will build Europe's fifth-largest electrolyzer, with which we can then produce green hydrogen," said OMV CEO Alfred Stern. The facility will be operational by the end of 2027 and is expected to reach...weiterlesen »

Carinthia: Renegotiations on Civil Servant Salaries Failed

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The salary increase of three percent will come into effect as planned from January 2026. This was the result of the renegotiations initiated by the state of Carinthia with the union regarding civil servant...weiterlesen »

Ultra-Fast-Fashion from Shein and Temu: Up to 4,000 Times More Environmental Toxins Than Allowed

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Regarding the toxins, according to the announcement on Wednesday, seven products have massively exceeded several legal limits. These include forever chemicals (PFAS), plasticizers (phthalates), and heavy...weiterlesen »

Doubling of Deaths in E-Bike & E-Scooter Accidents: More Controls Announced

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According to Karner, the reasons for the increase are primarily "excessive speed or overestimation of one's own abilities." With e-bikes, for example, "it's relatively easy to get to the top of the mountain...weiterlesen »

Lower Austria Facing Stricter Social Assistance Regulations

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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 »

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