Airport Vienna Closed Due to Ice

vor 20 Stunden - VOL.at

On Tuesday, black ice caused disruptions, cancellations, and accidents in eastern Austria. Operations at Vienna Airport in Schwechat resumed at 11:00 AM. Delays are still to be expected, spokesperson Peter...weiterlesen »

Twelve-Year-Old Child Dies in Avalanche in Bad Gastein

vor 20 Stunden - VOL.at

The boy was caught and completely buried by the avalanche in the Sportgastein ski area in the Hohe Tauern in the open ski area. The young Czech was rescued by emergency services and resuscitated for about...weiterlesen »

Smartwatch in Focus: Debate on Missing Data in the Pilnacek Inquiry Committee

vor 20 Stunden - VOL.at

The FPÖ, which initiated the investigation committee, accused the ÖVP on Tuesday of systematically obstructing clarification in the case of the former head of the justice department, Christian Pilnacek,...weiterlesen »

Viennese Cosmetics Retailer "The Body Shop" is Bankrupt

vor 20 Stunden - VOL.at

Currently, there is no concrete information on the causes of insolvency, the liabilities, or the affected employees, as the bankruptcy proceedings were opened at the request of creditors, according to...weiterlesen »

Twelve-Year-Old Child Dies in Avalanche in Bad Gastein

vor 21 Stunden - VOL.at

Despite all medical measures, the emergency doctor could only confirm the child's death. According to current knowledge, the avalanche occurred after the affected person, accompanied by others, entered...weiterlesen »

Gastro Representatives Criticize Plans for Mandatory Savings Menu

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Association Chairman Alois Rainer expressed little understanding on Tuesday for rumored proposals such as a "state-mandated savings menu": "Symbolic politics do not replace structural measures," said Rainer....weiterlesen »

Government Retreat Begins at the Hofburg

vor 22 Stunden - VOL.at

With about an hour's delay, the government leaders started their first retreat of the new year on Tuesday afternoon. After a meeting with Federal President Van der Bellen, they proceeded to the conference...weiterlesen »

Vienna Airport Closed Due to Ice

vor 22 Stunden - VOL.at

Black ice caused disruptions, cancellations, and accidents in eastern Austria on Tuesday. Operations at Vienna Airport in Schwechat resumed at 11:00 AM. Delays are still to be expected, spokesperson Peter...weiterlesen »

Smartwatch in Focus: Debate on Missing Data in the Pilnacek Committee

vor 23 Stunden - VOL.at

The FPÖ, which initiated the investigation committee, accused the ÖVP on Tuesday of systematically obstructing clarification in the case of the former head of the justice department, Christian Pilnacek,...weiterlesen »

Conchita surprises with announcement about ESC

vor 24 Stunden - VOL.at

Austria's ESC Queen Conchita says goodbye to the competition before the Vienna home Song Contest in May. "I am withdrawing from the ESC context from now on. I am stepping back to focus more on other professional...weiterlesen »

Smartwatch in Focus: Debate on Missing Data in the Pilnacek Committee

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The FPÖ, which initiated the investigation committee, accused the ÖVP on Tuesday of systematically obstructing clarification in the case of the former head of the justice department, Christian Pilnacek,...weiterlesen »

Vienna Airport Closed Due to Ice

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Even then, delays were still to be expected, spokesperson Peter Kleemann announced on Tuesday morning. Initially, departing planes would be handled. From noon, landings were also expected to resume. Flight...weiterlesen »

Vienna Airport Closed Due to Ice

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Even then, delays were still to be expected, spokesperson Peter Kleemann announced on Tuesday morning. Initially, departing planes would be handled. From noon, landings were also expected to resume. Flight...weiterlesen »

Google Fonts - Lawsuit Against Hairdresser from Lower Austria Dismissed

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The lawsuit was dismissed. The decision is not final, and her lawyer Marcus Hohenecker announced an appeal against the decision upon request from the APA. Several thousand companies were asked to pay damages...weiterlesen »

Several Injured in Nighttime Fire in Krems

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A fire in a multi-family house in Krems resulted in ten injuries in the night leading up to Tuesday. Firefighters, the Red Cross, and police were in large-scale operation, reported Philipp Gutlederer from...weiterlesen »

Several Injured in Nighttime Fire in Krems

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

A fire in a multi-family house in Krems resulted in ten injuries in the night leading up to Tuesday. Firefighters, the Red Cross, and police were in large-scale operation, reported Philipp Gutlederer from...weiterlesen »

Skier Wanted to Cross Street: Hit by Car

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The 41-year-old winter sports enthusiast from the Lower Austrian district of Bruck an der Leitha apparently drove onto the snow-covered road immediately in front of the driver from the Netherlands to cross...weiterlesen »

Vienna Airport Closed Due to Ice

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

"We assume that the situation will persist at least until around 11:00 a.m.," spokesperson Peter Kleemann stated in the morning in response to an APA inquiry. Incoming flights were redirected to other...weiterlesen »

Government Retreat Begins at the Hofburg

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

It is quite certain that a cheaper industrial electricity will be established, although there is still a struggle over the counter-financing. It remains open whether the SPÖ's wish will be fulfilled that...weiterlesen »

Several Injured in Nighttime Fire in Krems

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Numerous members of the fire department and rescue services were deployed during the night leading up to Tuesday at a fire in a multi-family house in Krems. One person suffered serious injuries, reported...weiterlesen »

Black Ice in Eastern Austria: Problems with Flights and Trains

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Several flights destined for Vienna Airport in Schwechat had to be diverted, as reported by the aviation magazine "Austrian Wings" and as can also be seen on the airport's homepage. Several departures...weiterlesen »

Family Reunification: This is the Result of a Constitutional Court Ruling

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The highest court thus overturned a decision by the Federal Administrative Court. After the change of power in Damascus, a revocation process was initiated for several hundred people from Syria. Subsequently,...weiterlesen »

Musician Melanie Müller Faces Legal Defeat

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The accused was swayed by the audience at the end of a concert to repeatedly raise her right arm, explained Karen Aust, presiding judge at the Leipzig Regional Court. The court sentenced Müller to a total...weiterlesen »

Wild Animals in Vienna: What to Consider Now with Cold and Snow

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Whether in the Prater, the Vienna Woods, or in parks: Many wild animals live in Vienna, even in the middle of the city. Especially in winter, they are particularly susceptible to stress. Because in snow...weiterlesen »

Musician Melanie Müller also convicted in second instance

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The accused was said to have been carried away by the audience at the end of a concert, repeatedly raising her right arm, said Karen Aust, presiding judge at the Leipzig Regional Court. The court sentenced...weiterlesen »

No Respite in the Real Estate Market: WKÖ Warns of 2026

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Legal uncertainties, challenging conditions, and a strained financing situation are expected to continue to affect the domestic real estate industry in 2026. The chairman of the professional association...weiterlesen »

Large Fire in Vienna Company Building: Cold Hindered Extinguishing Efforts

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

During a fire that broke out on Sunday evening in a commercial establishment in Vienna-Donaustadt, more than 100 firefighters were on duty throughout the night. Flames and smoke were visible from afar,...weiterlesen »

After Criticism from Karl Habsburg: Hofer Leaves the Order of St. George

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"As of today, I have relinquished my honorary knighthood in the St. George's Order. Public statements that contradict the spirit of mutual respect make this step seem necessary to me. I regret this development,"...weiterlesen »

Fees Collected Unjustly: These Credit Card Customers Are Now Getting Money Back

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The credit card provider card complete is refunding wrongly collected processing fees for transactions in foreign currencies for Visa, Mastercard, and Diners Club, as announced by the Chamber of Labor...weiterlesen »

Vienna's WK Boss Ruck Confronted with Allegations of Nepotism

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Over the weekend, positions held by family members were reported in the media. According to "Profil," the individuals in question hold positions in various social insurance institutions - where the social...weiterlesen »

Sharia Ban in the Legal System on the Horizon?

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It is also considered very likely that the industry will continue to be supported with electricity prices. The implementation of the rules for the EU asylum reform is unlikely to be part of the decisions...weiterlesen »

Danish Tourist Found Dead in Salzburg

vor 2 Tagen - VOL.at

In Bad Gastein (Pongau), mountain rescuers found a Danish tourist dead near the waterfall on Sunday. The 55-year-old likely froze to death, the mountain rescue service informed in a press release. The...weiterlesen »

Song Contest 2026 Becomes a Security Test for Vienna Police

vor 2 Tagen - VOL.at

Their chief, State Police President Gerhard Pürstl, expressed this conviction in an APA interview. At the same time, he emphasized that the challenge is not entirely new. "It's not the first," he said,...weiterlesen »

80 Meters Fallen: Austrian Survives Alpine Accident in Italy

vor 2 Tagen - VOL.at

A 36-year-old Austrian mountaineer fell about 80 meters on Saturday morning in the Val di Gares valley near Canale d'Agordo in the northern Italian Dolomites province of Belluno. The man slipped on icy...weiterlesen »

Large Fire in Vienna Company Building: Cold Hindered Extinguishing Efforts

vor 2 Tagen - VOL.at

During a fire that broke out on Sunday evening in a commercial establishment in Vienna-Donaustadt, more than 100 firefighters were on duty throughout the night. Flames and smoke were visible from afar,...weiterlesen »

Winter Joy at the Vienna Zoo: Pandas Frolic Through the Snow

vor 2 Tagen - VOL.at

The two pandas in the Vienna Zoo Schönbrunn are enjoying the snow. "The current weather is reminiscent of that in Chinese mountain forests and is therefore perfect for the giant pandas. With a bit of luck,...weiterlesen »

Avalanche Incidents: One Dead and Several Injured

vor 2 Tagen - VOL.at

She was initially rescued in critical condition but died shortly thereafter at the Innsbruck clinic, the police announced in the evening. The accident occurred below the Wetterkreuz on a north slope. In...weiterlesen »

Rudolf Scholten: "Jour fixe is the synonym for bad communication"

vor 2 Tagen - VOL.at

His first official act as a voluntary special advisor to Culture Minister Andreas Babler (SPÖ) was to lend him the 1979 classic "Culture for All" by Frankfurt's cultural officer Hilmar Hoffmann. With Rudolf...weiterlesen »

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