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Norbert Hofer is considering his withdrawal from Burgenland state politics. The former FPÖ federal party chairman, presidential candidate, and current club chairman in the state parliament wants to think...weiterlesen »
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Attention film and series fans: These are the film and series releases from December 15 to 21 on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, SKY, and CANAL+ Emily in Paris (December 18) Series (Season 5 / 10 episodes)...weiterlesen »
The year 2025 was domestically characterized by the formation of the new federal government, which immediately had to tackle a surprisingly large budget deficit. There was good news for former Chancellor...weiterlesen »
Every year again: "Christmas in Vienna", first brought to the world as a musical Christmas message in 1992 by Plácido Domingo, Diana Ross, José Carreras, and the Vienna Symphony Orchestra, is a staple...weiterlesen »
When researching the Austrian real estate sector for a bit longer, one thing quickly becomes apparent: it's complicated. Purchase contracts contain nondescript company names, often simply corresponding...weiterlesen »
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Only 35 percent of the population believe that the political system in Austria is functioning well. The declining values are mainly due to inflation and the experience that their own interests are not...weiterlesen »
On shopping Saturday, there will again be traffic jams in Vienna on Altmannsdorfer Straße heading out of the city, on the Südautobahn (A2) between the Vienna city limits and Wiener Neudorf, on the Südosttangente...weiterlesen »
The animal of the year is the weasel (Mustela nivalis). This marten, up to 25 centimeters long and weighing 200 grams, won against the red deer and the alpine marmot in a nationwide election organized...weiterlesen »
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It is part of a tax amendment law that includes a total of 17 measures and changes in more than 20 federal laws. This also includes the gradual increase in tobacco tax from 2026, and from April, the tobacco...weiterlesen »
The AK Vienna sees an opportunity for improvement for package deliverers through the implementation of the EU directive on platform work. According to the AK Vienna, the EU directive is to be implemented...weiterlesen »
The cuts in the social sector would worsen the situation for many people in Austria, explained Klaus Schwertner, Caritas director of the Archdiocese of Vienna, on Wednesday at a press conference in the...weiterlesen »
A cash register package initiated by the government on Wednesday is expected to bring an end to the "paper economy." At the center of this is the digital receipt, which is not intended to completely replace...weiterlesen »
According to the platform "Defense One," citing a longer, previously unpublished version of the new US security strategy, Austria, Hungary, Italy, and Poland are listed as countries with which the US "should...weiterlesen »
The 30-year-old, who also acted as a "shaman" under the name "Anna," received an unconditional four-year sentence. The two men each received three years in prison, with two years suspended. The verdicts...weiterlesen »
The 30-year-old, who also acted as a "shaman" under the name "Anna," received an unconditional four-year sentence. The two men each received three years in prison, with two years suspended in each case....weiterlesen »
27 of the 46 member states of the Council of Europe, including Austria, are calling for a change in migration policy. On Wednesday - Human Rights Day - they signed a joint declaration at the informal ministerial...weiterlesen »
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 »
This includes stricter regulations for nicotine pouches and e-liquids, as well as a ban on the disposal of tobacco products and similar items in playgrounds. According to the government's plans, the amendment...weiterlesen »
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 »
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 »
In Vienna-Brigittenau, a 26-year-old citizen of the Russian Federation was arrested on December 9. He is suspected of breaking into two basement compartments in a multi-party building on Handelskai and...weiterlesen »
In September, road users discovered a large hole on the roadway of the Linke Wienzeile, into which a tour bus also slipped, prompting immediate inspections. It was revealed that there are cavities under...weiterlesen »
According to the spokesperson for the Vienna Fire Department, on September 21, a hole suddenly appeared under the road surface beneath a tour bus on the Linke Wienzeile. This resulted in a lengthy operation...weiterlesen »
If anyone can ask the question "Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?" in public, completely unembarrassed, just before turning 81 - it's Rod Stewart, as he proved on Tuesday evening in the well-filled Vienna Stadthalle....weiterlesen »
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 »
Property management companies in Vienna are responsible for ensuring that buildings remain in good technical condition, operating costs are correctly billed, and that living together in rental or ownership...weiterlesen »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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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 »
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 »
A chief physician at the Landesklinikum Horn has lost his job after a "Nazi remark." According to "MeinBezirk," during a meeting, the doctor referred to the Nazi concentration camp and said about an overweight...weiterlesen »
In Vienna-Leopoldstadt, the groundbreaking ceremony for the new central long-distance bus terminal took place on Tuesday. The station is intended to replace the current stops, such as the terminal in Erdberg....weiterlesen »
For the total of twelve actions, the City Police Command Favoriten, the Vienna Traffic Department, the Police Dog Unit, the Vienna Rapid Response Unit, the State Criminal Police Office South Branch, and...weiterlesen »
The now 32-year-old ex-boyfriend has, according to Gerhard Winkler from the Vienna State Criminal Police Office, made a "comprehensive confession" and led the police to the remains of the young woman....weiterlesen »
A 27-year-old man damaged the window panes of an empty train set at the Margaretengürtel in Vienna-Favoriten on Monday evening and then barricaded himself in a compartment. Upon the arrival of the police,...weiterlesen »