From 2026 No More Tax on Tampons and Pads

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Menstrual products such as tampons, pads, and menstrual cups will become cheaper in Austria from 2026. The reason is the complete abolition of the value-added tax on these products. Currently, the tax...weiterlesen »

Survey: Young People Take New Year's Resolutions More Seriously Than Older People

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Almost half of Austrians plan to exercise more and live more consciously. Particularly the 18 to 29-year-olds place great importance on New Year's resolutions, while only 37 percent of those over 40 and...weiterlesen »

Pessimism for 2026 Particularly High in Austria

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The institute surveyed about 1,000 people in each country. In Austria, 15 percent believe that 2026 will be better than 2025, 41 percent expect a deterioration, and 39 percent see no change. This results...weiterlesen »

Ski Resorts in Lower Austria Are Thrilled About the Rush

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The first week of the Christmas holidays has started well in the ski resorts of Lower Austria, with a 20 percent increase in guests, reported ecoplus Alpin GmbH on Wednesday. Currently, twelve ski resorts...weiterlesen »

Establishment of New Parties Significantly More Difficult Since 2019

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Since the reform, which was decided in light of the Ibiza affair, a double cap on party donations applies: individuals and companies may donate a maximum of 7,500 euros per year to a party. At the same...weiterlesen »

Birth Rates Continue to Decline: These Explanations Are Seen by the Expert

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The Federal Chancellery and ÖIF published the study "Families in Numbers" on Monday. According to it, there were exactly 77,238 births in 2024, about 370 fewer than the year before. In 2020, there were...weiterlesen »

2026 Fasting Booms: Every Second Person Wants to Join

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Fasting remains firmly anchored in the health consciousness of the Austrian population. According to a survey by Marketagent on behalf of the Retreat & Health Resort Marienkron, 46.5 percent of Austrians...weiterlesen »

Fake Competition from SPAR Circulating on Facebook

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During the Christmas season, many people try their luck with numerous competitions and raffles. However, not all advertised offers promise actual prizes. Currently, a supposed competition from the supermarket...weiterlesen »

Health: Austrians Look Pessimistically to the Future

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A turbulent year is coming to an end. And many of the New Year's resolutions for the next year revolve around one of Austrians' favorite topics: health. The Austrian Health Report, conducted by the Institute...weiterlesen »

Sternsinger at Federal President Van der Bellen

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The group consisted of carol singers from all over Austria, from Unterwart in Burgenland to Weiler in Vorarlberg. A delegation from South Tyrol was also present. Federal President Van der Bellen called...weiterlesen »

Sternsinger at Federal President Van der Bellen

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The group consisted of carol singers from all over Austria, from Unterwart in Burgenland to Weiler in Vorarlberg. A delegation from South Tyrol was also present. Federal President Van der Bellen called...weiterlesen »

Babler: New Rental Rules Bring Massive Savings for Households

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The rent caps decided this year bring significant relief in housing costs according to the Minister responsible for housing, Andreas Babler (SPÖ). According to current calculations by the Austrian Tenants'...weiterlesen »

Viennese Politics Start the New Year with the Topic of Housing

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The first special state parliament session of the coming year is set: The Vienna Greens have submitted a request for an extraordinary session, as they informed the APA. The focus will be on the topic of...weiterlesen »

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