Against Lamp Post Thrown: Serious Rear-End Collision with Two Injured in Wiener Neustadt

vor einer Stunde - VOL.at

The accident occurred around 5:30 PM at the intersection of the B17, near the Metro market, reported the Volunteer Fire Department of Wiener Neustadt. A driver crashed into a vehicle in front, which was...weiterlesen »

Magnum Almond is the "KONSUM Duck 2025"

vor 3 Stunden - VOL.at

The main point of criticism: The Magnum Almond Ice Cream became smaller, while the price increased. According to VKI, the content shrank by ten milliliters – both for the individual product and the 4-pack....weiterlesen »

"Political Martini": Tyrolean FPÖ with Political Broadside

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This year's guest speaker was the Salzburg FPÖ Deputy Governor Marlene Svazek, who in her speech sharply criticized the black-red-pink federal government. "The federal government is hiding from the people,"...weiterlesen »

Idyllic Christmas Market in Vienna's Türkenschanzpark: Program 2025

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Around 20 lovingly decorated huts line the main paths of the park – each offering handpicked products from regional exhibitors. The range includes artistic wood carvings and handmade jewelry, ceramic Christmas...weiterlesen »

Traffic Alert on the Weekend: Construction Work, Events, and Vienna Christmas Markets

vor 6 Stunden - VOL.at

Extensive construction work is scheduled on the Südosttangente (A23), which is likely to lead to significant delays. At the same time, two concerts expected to be sold out at the Wiener Stadthalle, as...weiterlesen »

Migration - Where Austria Could Get an Exception

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"Solidarity is not a one-way street," said Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker (ÖVP). Austria has been one of the countries with the highest per capita burden of asylum applications for too long. How...weiterlesen »

OeNB Chief Kocher Reacts to Mahrer Withdrawal

vor 15 Stunden - VOL.at

"From our perspective, a seamless transition is important," said OeNB Governor Martin Kocher on Tuesday at a press conference on the Financial Stability Report of the Austrian National Bank. "From the...weiterlesen »

Graz Shooting: Parents of Victims Want to Sue the State

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The parents of seven students killed in the June rampage in Graz want to proceed with a liability lawsuit against the Republic of Austria. They are represented by Graz lawyer Karin Prutsch-Lang, who plans...weiterlesen »

Migration - Where Austria Could Get an Exception

vor 16 Stunden - VOL.at

"Solidarity is not a one-way street," said Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker (ÖVP). Austria has been one of the countries with the highest per capita burden of asylum applications for too long. How...weiterlesen »

Helene Fischer is coming to Vienna in 2026

vor 16 Stunden - VOL.at

Helene Fischer is definitively returning from her maternity leave. Next year, the singer plans to go on a large open-air tour to celebrate her 20th stage anniversary. In total, she will perform in front...weiterlesen »

Migration - Where Austria Could Get an Exception

vor 17 Stunden - VOL.at

The amount that the Solidarity Pool will be endowed with - from which the needs of member states under migration pressure are to be covered in the future - was not disclosed initially. According to the...weiterlesen »

Deadly Disco Accident in Mallorca: Austrian Denied Responsibility

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He stated that he was not involved in the renovation work in 2013, which the city of Palma later deemed illegal, as he only took over the club in 2021, emphasized the Austrian. A judicial spokeswoman in...weiterlesen »

120,000 Euros for Prostitutes: Fraud Case Ended with Diversion

vor 19 Stunden - VOL.at

She had met the man through an advertisement in which she called herself "Amelia." The man was apparently deeply in love with the sex worker. The fraud case against the woman was resolved through diversion....weiterlesen »

Economist Comments on EU Deficit Procedure

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The government's plan to reduce the deficit to below three percent of GDP by 2029 "is becoming less likely," according to the expert. However, Heimberger does not believe that the EU Commission will impose...weiterlesen »

Murder Charge After Death of Boy in Tyrol

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In the case of a three-year-old boy who died in May 2024 due to severe malnutrition in the Tyrolean district of Kufstein, the Innsbruck public prosecutor's office has filed murder charges against the parents....weiterlesen »

Suspicion of Murder Against Nurse in Vienna-Favoriten Clinic: Another Case is Now Being Investigated

vor 20 Stunden - VOL.at

Spokeswoman Nina Bussek confirmed a report by "Falter" to the APA on Tuesday morning. "We are at the beginning of the investigations," said Bussek. They have become aware of a situation "which is now being...weiterlesen »

"Industry Strategy for Austria": Marterbauer Presents Key Points

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Finance Minister Markus Marterbauer (SPÖ) and Upper Austria's Regional Councilor Martin Winkler (SPÖ) are calling for the expansion of wind power and pumped storage. According to Marterbauer, affordable...weiterlesen »

Austria's Tourism Must Become More International

vor 20 Stunden - VOL.at

In a European comparison, Italy and Switzerland are in a similar situation. Regarding the average daily rate for hotel rooms (ADR, Average Daily Rate), Spain (plus 6.1 percent), CEE (plus 3.6 percent),...weiterlesen »

Death of a Patient: Call for Greater Involvement of the State Parliament in Clarification

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In an urgent motion at the state parliament session on Thursday, they will demand a say in the questions posed to the appointed expert commission, ongoing interim reports from the committee, and the submission...weiterlesen »

Debts: This Was Communicated to Marterbauer

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Now Marterbauer is waiting for "detailed information." However, he did not want to confirm at a press conference with Upper Austria's State Councilor Martin Winkler (SPÖ) in Linz that this could increase...weiterlesen »

Vienna Chamber of Commerce President Ruck Defends Salary

vor 20 Stunden - VOL.at

"If you calculate that, it roughly corresponds to your salary increase," said the President of the Vienna Economic Chamber, Walter Ruck, in response to a journalist's question on the sidelines of a press...weiterlesen »

Trial on Sexual Offenses Against Twelve-Year-Old in Vienna: Acquittals Remain Final

vor 20 Stunden - VOL.at

A spokesperson for the Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office confirmed to the APA on Tuesday a report by the "Kurier". A registered nullity complaint with the public prosecutor's office will not be executed....weiterlesen »

U.S. Ambassador-designate Arthur “Art” Graham Fisher arrived in Vienna

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He will be officially accredited as the Ambassador of the United States of America to Austria by Federal President Alexander Van der Bellen on November 19. Upon his arrival, Fisher said he was very pleased...weiterlesen »

Thomas Daniel Schlee Dies at 68

vor 21 Stunden - VOL.at

He was one of the defining musical figures of southern Austria - Thomas Daniel Schlee, as a composer, organist, and above all as the long-time director of the Carinthian Summer, significantly influenced...weiterlesen »

The Christmas Markets in Vienna 2025: Opening Hours and Offerings

vor 21 Stunden - VOL.at

In hardly any other city in Europe are there more Advent and Christmas markets than in Vienna: This year, a total of 14 official Christmas markets with more than 900 stalls (including 180 food stalls)...weiterlesen »

Christmas Market Am Hof 2025: Art, Cuisine and Festive Atmosphere in the Heart of Vienna

vor 21 Stunden - VOL.at

Around 70 lovingly designed stalls at the Christmas Market Am Hof 2025 present high-quality handicrafts, handmade jewelry, glass and ceramic works, as well as stylish decorations. The mix of traditional...weiterlesen »

New US Ambassador to Austria Lands in Vienna

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US Ambassador Art Fisher intends to strengthen the long-standing partnership and friendship between Austria and the USA, which he views as a "shared mission." In his brief statement, Fisher also reaffirmed...weiterlesen »

Car Stolen and Two Accidents Caused with Partly Life-Threatening Injuries in Vienna 21

vor 21 Stunden - VOL.at

The first accident occurred around 1:20 PM. It was a rear-end collision, where an injured person was left behind and the driver fled the scene. The second accident happened around 9:45 PM on Ruthnergasse....weiterlesen »

Debts: This Was Communicated to Marterbauer

vor 22 Stunden - VOL.at

A confirmation from Finance Minister Markus Marterbauer (SPÖ) that the budget deficit could rise from 4.5 percent of GDP to 4.9 percent was also not available on Tuesday. However, during a press conference...weiterlesen »

Trial on Sexual Offenses Against Twelve-Year-Old in Vienna: Acquittals Remain Final

vor 22 Stunden - VOL.at

A spokesperson for the Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office confirmed a report by the "Kurier" to the APA on Tuesday. A registered nullity complaint with the public prosecutor's office will not be pursued....weiterlesen »

Three Injured in Car Accident in Burgenland

vor 23 Stunden - VOL.at

A teenager without a driver's license caused a car accident in Wulkaprodersdorf (Eisenstadt-Umgebung district) while under the influence of alcohol on the night of Tuesday. The 16-year-old was traveling...weiterlesen »

Knife Attack in Supervised Vienna Shared Apartment: Man in Critical Condition

vor 24 Stunden - VOL.at

In a supervised living community on Rollingergasse in Vienna-Meidling, a severe act of violence took place on November 10th around 8:00 PM. Two men, aged 41 and 53, were consuming alcohol together when...weiterlesen »

Cyclist in Life-Threatening Condition After Accident at Vienna's Schottenring

vor 24 Stunden - VOL.at

According to initial investigations, the men were riding their bikes on the Schottenring bike path. They crossed the Wipplingerstraße intersection at a green light. The collision occurred when the 59-year-old...weiterlesen »

Vienna-Margareten: 17-Year-Old Cyclist Run Over by 68-Year-Old Driver

vor 24 Stunden - VOL.at

The accident happened around 12:35 PM on Wiedner Hauptstraße, at the intersection with Ramperstorffergasse. The 68-year-old Serbian citizen was driving towards Reinprechtsdorfer Straße and wanted to turn...weiterlesen »

OeNB Chief Kocher Reacts to Mahrer Withdrawal

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

"From our perspective, a seamless transition is important," said OeNB Governor Martin Kocher on Tuesday at a press conference on the Financial Stability Report of the Austrian National Bank. "From the...weiterlesen »

Caritas Warning of Increasing Poverty in Austria

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

"Many do not know how they will afford their next purchase," said Caritas Vienna Director Klaus Schwertner on Tuesday at a press conference at a Le+O distribution point in Vienna-Favoriten. According to...weiterlesen »

Suspicion of Murder in Vienna Clinic Favoriten

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

"We are at the beginning of the investigations," said Bussek. A situation exists "which is now being examined." The suspect is not in custody, according to Bussek. The public prosecutor's office currently...weiterlesen »

Protest Against Dinghofer Symposium in Front of Parliament in Vienna

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The counter-"Symposium" titled "Against Historical Amnesia and Nazi Honor in Parliament" involves representatives of the Jewish community and writers. At the protest event in front of the Parliament in...weiterlesen »

"A modern foreman must act like a general on the construction site"

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Vladimir Halas actually has more than one job. "A foreman is the interface between the construction manager and his team, psychologist, politician, kindergarten teacher, hand-holder, and, if necessary,...weiterlesen »

Wave of Bankruptcies Continues to Sweep Across the Country

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The number of corporate insolvencies in Austria stands at 5,145 after the first three quarters this year, which is 7 percent higher than the same period last year. In the third quarter alone, there were...weiterlesen »

Karner was at "foreign police checkpoint" at Vienna Central Station

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

About 30 police officers were involved in the operation. Karner emphasized to the media that the goal is to reduce illegal migration "to zero." In addition to deportations, controls like today's are also...weiterlesen »

Women's Health: Experts Demanded Optimal Care

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

On Monday afternoon, experts at an event by the Praevenire Health Initiative in Vienna called for optimal care. Health Minister Korinna Schumann (SPÖ) emphasized the right of those affected to appropriate...weiterlesen »

FPÖ Does Not Want to Accept Salary Increase for Chamber Leaders

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

AK President Renate Anderl stated that they accept his withdrawal, and the stability of the central bank is guaranteed with Vice President Ingrid Reischl. The FPÖ, on the other hand, demanded the retraction...weiterlesen »

Kyrgyz Republic: Visit of Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs H.E. Meder Abakirov

vor einem Tag - society.at

On the occasion of the visit of the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic H.E. Meder Abakirov to Vienna, the Permanent Representative of Kyrgyzstan to the United Nations and other International...weiterlesen »

Trains for Ukraine: This is What Hanke Says

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

FPÖ General Secretary Christian Hafenecker and FPÖ Member of Parliament Gerhard Deimek had previously demanded full clarification on this "questionable gift." Hanke handed over the two motor tower cars...weiterlesen »

National Fund Speech: Van der Bellen Wishes for "Memorial Site" for All Nazi Victims

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

In his keynote speech, Federal President Alexander Van der Bellen expressed the wish that - metaphorically speaking - a "place of dignified remembrance" would be created for all victim groups of National...weiterlesen »

Federal States Increase Budget Deficit

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

According to media reports, the financial situation of the federal states is worse than expected, while the federal government is saving more than planned. Vienna, in particular, is being blamed for the...weiterlesen »

The Christmas Markets in Vienna 2025: Opening Hours and Offerings

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

In hardly any other city in Europe are there more Advent and Christmas markets than in Vienna: This year, a total of 14 official Christmas markets with more than 900 stalls (including 180 food stalls)...weiterlesen »

Three Injured in Serious Accident in Wiener Neustadt

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

In a serious traffic accident on Stadionstraße in Wiener Neustadt on November 9, three people were injured. One of the drivers had to be freed from his severely deformed vehicle by the fire department...weiterlesen »

Boy in Crisis Facility After Shooting at Playground in Weinviertel

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The child and youth welfare service is examining how the child's well-being can be best ensured, said district governor Karl-Josef Weiss to ORF on Monday. Investigations are being conducted against the...weiterlesen »

KGIR 2025 – Kazakhstan presents itself as a prime investment hub

vor einem Tag - society.at

by Sarah Heftberger On October 31, around 1000 select delegates from over 50 different countries met in Kazakhstan’s capital Astana to discuss investment opportunities in Central Asia’s largest economy....weiterlesen »

Record Year for the KHM in Vienna - Preparations for Major Renovation

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The Kunsthistorisches Museum and the entire KHM museum association are heading towards a record year - both in terms of visitor interest and economic figures, as General Director Jonathan Fine expressed...weiterlesen »

16-Year-Old Vandalized in Retz and Became Aggressive at Police Station

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The teenager was caught near one of the crime scenes. At the police station, the suspect reportedly became increasingly aggressive, threatened the officers twice, and attempted several times to leave the...weiterlesen »

Vienna is building too little: Housing shortage threatens to worsen

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The real estate service provider CBRE identifies a "structural undersupply" in the Vienna housing market. Due to a low number of completions, high construction costs, and population growth, the demand...weiterlesen »

Harald Mahrer resigns "soon" as OeNB President

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

He will still initiate the process for an orderly handover, but the resignation will occur "sooner rather than later," Mahrer said to journalists on Monday. Mahrer will remain the President of the Chamber...weiterlesen »

Wolves: Changes Planned in Lower Austria

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Through an amendment to the hunting law, the criteria for wolf shootings in Lower Austria are being simplified. This affects cases of approaches to settlements or attacks on properly protected livestock....weiterlesen »

Rottweiler bit toddler in the leg in Styria

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The child was being carried by his father in a carrier in front of his body. He was walking with his family in Lannach (Deutschlandsberg district) when an oncoming Rottweiler bit him. The boy was flown...weiterlesen »

Harald Mahrer resigns "soon" as OeNB President

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

He will still set up the process for an orderly handover, but the resignation will occur "sooner rather than later," Mahrer said to journalists on Monday. Mahrer will remain President of the Chamber of...weiterlesen »

Totschnig Withholds Promised Money for Climate Protection

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

"Every euro not spent on climate protection today can cost us up to ten times more tomorrow," warns Stefan Fritz from Hilfswerk International. The funds would be available in the 2025 budget, but it seems...weiterlesen »

These Are the Most Popular Christmas Markets Among Austrians

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Christmas markets remain popular: Three out of four respondents in a survey presented on Monday by the Trade Association (HV) with over 1,000 participants stated that they want to visit at least one Advent...weiterlesen »

International Manhunt for the Vienna-Ottakring Shooter

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The main suspect in the fatal shootings at a restaurant in Vienna-Ottakring is still being sought nationally and internationally. There is an EU arrest warrant for the man, whose name is known, explained...weiterlesen »

Focus Action in Vienna: Teens Stopped with Illegal Firecrackers and Weapons

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

During the special operation at Vienna-Floridsdorf station, the police were able to detain five teenagers with illegal pyrotechnic items and prohibited weapons. In total, the officers secured the following...weiterlesen »

Severely Injured in Car Crash in Vienna-Ottakring

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Two cars collided at the intersection of Herbststraße and Kreitnergasse for reasons still unknown. As a result of the collision, one of the vehicles veered off the road, uprooted a traffic sign, and finally...weiterlesen »

Cigarettes Refused: 67-Year-Old Brandished Knife in Front of Vienna Gas Station

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

A 67-year-old man is suspected of having caused a disturbance at a gas station in Vienna-Brigittenau on November 9th around 6:30 PM and subsequently threatening a witness with a knife. The police arrested...weiterlesen »

Harald Mahrer resigns "soon" as OeNB President

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

He will still initiate the process for an orderly handover, but the resignation will occur soon, Mahrer said to journalists on Monday. Mahrer remains the President of the Chamber of Commerce and head of...weiterlesen »

New Strategy in the Fight Against Antisemitism

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

In response to the sharp increase in antisemitic incidents since the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, in Israel, the governing coalition of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS presented their "National Strategy Against...weiterlesen »

Trains Near Bratislava Collide: 79 People Injured

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

This was announced by the state rescue service on Monday morning. No one is in life-threatening condition, it was stated. The injured were distributed among several hospitals. According to preliminary...weiterlesen »

Karl Mahrer leaves the Vienna State Parliament

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The former chairman of the Vienna ÖVP, Karl Mahrer, is leaving the municipal council or state parliament. The 70-year-old is resigning his mandate as of today, Monday. He announced this via a press release....weiterlesen »

New Strategy in the Fight Against Antisemitism

vor 2 Tagen - VOL.at

In response to the sharp increase in antisemitic incidents since the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, in Israel, the governing coalition of ÖVP, SPÖ, and NEOS presented their "National Strategy Against...weiterlesen »

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