Repair Bonus Becomes "Device Saver Premium": New Rules from 2026

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The repair bonus, which expired in May 2025, will be replaced by the streamlined "Device Saver Premium" starting January 12, 2026. Half of the repair costs will be covered, up to a maximum of 130 euros...weiterlesen »

Work Climate Index: Time Pressure and Complaints Dampen Satisfaction

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The Work Climate Index was presented on Wednesday in Vienna. High pressures from time constraints, health problems, and psychological complaints reduce overall satisfaction with working life and make many...weiterlesen »

Breakthrough in Medium-Sized Businesses: Companies Hope for Improvement

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The mood among Austria's medium-sized companies is slowly brightening. Around 80 percent of businesses rate their current business situation positively, and a third expect further improvement in the coming...weiterlesen »

Justice Minister Against EU Plans for Return Centers

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Justice Minister Anna Sporrer (SPÖ) wants to tie the return centers for migrants planned by the EU Commission to strict conditions. She wants to exclude African countries by making membership in the Council...weiterlesen »

Over 30 Kilos of Drugs Seized in Raids in Vienna

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As part of extensive investigations in Vienna's drug scene, the Task Force for Combating Street Crime (EGS) of the Vienna State Criminal Police Office arrested a total of seven suspected drug dealers....weiterlesen »

Qatar: National Day

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On the occasion of the National Day marking the anniversary of the accession of Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed bin Thani, the founder of the State of Qatar, and the 50th anniversary of bilateral relations...weiterlesen »

Debate About Israel's Participation: How Political Can the Song Contest Be?

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The decision made last week that Israel may participate in the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna 2026 led to a heated debate on Tuesday evening during the "ZIB Talk" on ORF 2. The European Broadcasting...weiterlesen »

Last Plenary Week in the National Council Before the Turn of the Year

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More than 50 agenda items are to be dealt with by the deputies over three meeting days. On Wednesday, decisions from the finance and economic sectors are primarily on the agenda, including a fraud prevention...weiterlesen »

Record Number of Pregnancies Through Artificial Insemination

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In 72.1 percent of the applications, an intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) was performed, and in 17.0 percent, an in vitro fertilization (IVF) was conducted. 10.8 percent of the applications were...weiterlesen »

Patient Management: Unified System Commissioned

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One of the tasks: A nationwide uniform system for patient management starting in 2027. "There should be shorter waiting times, faster diagnoses, and quicker surgery appointments," announced Federal Chancellor...weiterlesen »

New Duty Time Management for Police: Trial Operation in the 20th or 22nd District of Vienna?

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The police aim to implement a new duty time management system. The system is intended to allow officers a maximum of 13 hours of duty at a stretch, becoming more flexible and family-friendly than before....weiterlesen »

This Strike is at Vienna's Door

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On Thursday, the collective agreement negotiations in the social economy (SWÖ) enter the fourth round, and on the same day, there will be another strike by employees in this sector: The leisure educators...weiterlesen »

Football: How Fans from Austria Can Get World Cup Tickets

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From Thursday, football fans can apply for tickets for the World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. After the draw, individual tickets for specific matches will be available for the first time - including...weiterlesen »

We are giving away 2x2 movie vouchers for the film release of "THE PHYSICIAN 2"

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Brief synopsis of the film: 11th century: The physician Rob Cole, along with his companions, finds himself stranded in his old home of London after fleeing Isfahan, to spread the light of his medical knowledge....weiterlesen »

Electricity Market Act Must Exercise Patience

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The adoption of the new Electricity Industry Act (ElWG) in the current plenary week of the National Council is uncertain. The Greens are not yet ready to help the project achieve the necessary two-thirds...weiterlesen »

Serious Fraud with Bail Trick: More Victims Sought

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Following the arrest of a suspected fraudster, the Lower Austrian police are looking for more victims. The 21-year-old is believed to be a member of a criminal organization that pretends over the phone...weiterlesen »

Teen Gang Responsible for Multiple Break-Ins at Mattersburg Middle School

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The 14 to 16-year-olds were identified after the most recent break-in on the night of Saturday, reported the Burgenland State Police Directorate on Tuesday. They will be reported to the Eisenstadt public...weiterlesen »

Apartment Fire in Klosterneuburg Claims Fatalities

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The police confirmed a report by "NÖN" (online). When the fire brigade arrived at the scene, thick smoke was already coming out of a window. Breathing protection teams entered the apartment and rescued...weiterlesen »

Happy Birthday: Wiener Berufsrettung Celebrates Its Birthday

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The Vienna Professional Rescue Service lives up to the emergency number under which it can be reached: For 144 years now, it has been in operation in the federal capital. The decisive event was the fire...weiterlesen »

Apartment Fire in Klosterneuburg Claims Fatalities

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The police confirmed a report by the "NÖN" (online). When the fire brigade arrived at the scene, thick smoke was already coming out of a window. Breathing protection teams entered the apartment and rescued...weiterlesen »

Boy (11) in Vienna-Simmering blew off finger with firecracker

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The boy had ignited a firecracker in a park on Mautner-Markhof-Gasse around 2:00 PM, which eventually exploded in his hand. His ring and middle fingers were partially severed, and he also sustained injuries...weiterlesen »

Vienna-Ottakring: Mother with Two Children Rescued from Burning Apartment

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The professional fire brigade then opened the apartment with a special device and fought the fire using a hose line. A breathing protection team was able to bring the woman and her four-year-old boy as...weiterlesen »

Is a Solar System Worth It for Your Home in Vienna?

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Electricity prices are rising, the climate is suffering, and many Viennese are asking themselves: Should I generate solar power on my roof? The good news: Those who use the sun not only save money in the...weiterlesen »

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