Information and Insights at the Day of Vienna Schools on October 8

vor 5 Stunden - VOL.at

The day offers the opportunity to get a taste of everyday school life and to engage in personal conversations with educators. Around 700 schools attract visitors with school tours, presentations, exhibitions,...weiterlesen »

Gaming, Cosplay & Consultation: What Vienna Game City 2025 Offers

vor 5 Stunden - VOL.at

The average age at the Vienna City Hall is likely to drop significantly again soon - at least temporarily: From October 10 to 12, the 16th Game City will take place there. The computer game showcase organized...weiterlesen »

Cause of Baumgartner's Fatal Accident Was Human Error

vor 14 Stunden - VOL.at

A technical report revealed that the accident of Felix Baumgartner was due to human error, reported Iannella. After taking off from a paraglider platform in Fermo, the 56-year-old went into a fall. The...weiterlesen »

Opening for Trial of Abused Teacher in Vienna

vor 17 Stunden - VOL.at

The main defendants claimed in their interrogations that the sex with the teacher was consensual. "She was always only about sex, I was only about the money," the 15-year-old Iraqi stated. He admitted...weiterlesen »

Celestial Spectacle Over Vienna: Supermoon Meets Dragon Meteor Shower

vor 17 Stunden - VOL.at

In the early morning of October 7th, a special celestial spectacle is on the horizon: the first supermoon of the year, also known as the "Harvest Moon," reaches its peak at 5:47 AM (CEST). Simultaneously,...weiterlesen »

Environmental Control Report Shows Major Challenges and Positive Trends

vor 18 Stunden - VOL.at

Every three years, the Environmental Control Report is prepared by the Environment Agency Austria, assessing the state of the environment in Austria. The 14th edition covers the period from July 2022 to...weiterlesen »

20-Year-Old Sentenced After Threats Against Mauthausen Concentration Camp Memorial

vor 18 Stunden - VOL.at

The previously unblemished defendant had "announced a rampage at the Mauthausen concentration camp" on September 6 or 7, began the prosecutor in his presentation. The defendant, who was working there as...weiterlesen »

Violation of Conditions: Arrest of Teichtmeister

vor 18 Stunden - VOL.at

This was confirmed by his legal representative Rudolf Mayer and the spokesperson for the Vienna Regional Court, Christina Salzborn, to the APA. In connection with his final conviction, Teichtmeister was...weiterlesen »

Difficult Struggle for Civil Servant Health Insurance Before Next Round of Negotiations

vor 19 Stunden - VOL.at

Last Tuesday, a meeting took place where the government presented a first concrete offer. However, this offer was rejected by the unions GÖD and younion. GÖD Chairman Eckehard Quin stated that the government...weiterlesen »

"New Eisenstädter": FPÖ Against Purchase of Housing Company in Burgenland

vor 20 Stunden - VOL.at

FPÖ-Burgenland leader Grandits criticizes the planned purchase of the housing company "Neue Eisenstädter" and points out that the purchase price of 10 million euros is offset by liabilities of 417 million...weiterlesen »

Alcohol and Drug Checks in Vienna: 24 Licenses Revoked, 333 Tests Conducted

vor 20 Stunden - VOL.at

During targeted traffic controls in the districts of Landstraße, Favoriten, and Simmering, the Vienna police, with the support of a medical officer and a rapid judge, identified extensive violations over...weiterlesen »

Focus Campaign Against Speeders in Vienna

vor 20 Stunden - VOL.at

Several officers from various city police commands were involved in the focus operation. Additionally, they received support from officers of the Vienna State Traffic Department, who, among other things,...weiterlesen »

Teenagers Arrested After Vehicle Theft

vor 20 Stunden - VOL.at

The Vienna professional fire brigade, which also arrived, was able to extinguish the fire quickly. The officers were then able to find witnesses who reportedly saw several youths near the vehicle. They...weiterlesen »

Illegal Joyride with Grandpa's Car: Vienna Teen Crashes into Several Cars

vor 20 Stunden - VOL.at

A 16-year-old boy (citizen of Austria) took his grandfather's car keys on the night of October 5th in Vienna-Simmering and used his unregistered car for a joyride. The vehicle had neither license plates...weiterlesen »

Happy Ending in the Stable: Horse Back on Its Feet After Fire Department Operation

vor 21 Stunden - VOL.at

On October 4th, the Ebreichsdorf Volunteer Fire Department was alerted to an unusual animal rescue: In a stable on the grounds of Magna Racino, a 32-year-old stallion was lying on the ground and could...weiterlesen »

Violation of Conditions: Arrest of Teichtmeister

vor 21 Stunden - VOL.at

This was confirmed by his legal representative Rudolf Mayer and the spokeswoman for the Vienna Regional Court, Christina Salzborn, to the APA. In connection with his final conviction, Teichtmeister was...weiterlesen »

Marterbauer Rejects Reduction of Food Value-Added Tax

vor 21 Stunden - VOL.at

"Combating inflation is one of the most important goals of this government. At the same time, we must continue the strict execution of the budget to rehabilitate the state budget," said the office of Finance...weiterlesen »

"9 Places - 9 Treasures": City Park for Vienna in the Race for Victory 2025

vor 22 Stunden - VOL.at

The previous winners of "9 Places - 9 Treasures" include the Green Lake in Tragöß (2014), Formarinsee and Rote Wand in Vorarlberg (2015), the Kaisertal in Tyrol (2016), the Körbersee in Vorarlberg (2017),...weiterlesen »

Plakolm Tour Through Western Balkan States Started

vor 22 Stunden - VOL.at

"Austria will advocate for the qualified majority in the accession process," said the spokesperson for European Minister Claudia Plakolm (ÖVP) on Monday to the APA. "For over 20 years, we have been stuck...weiterlesen »

Fall into Vorarlberg's Kopssee: Search for 72-Year-Old Continues

vor 23 Stunden - VOL.at

Over the weekend, extensive measures were continued, including the use of a special diving robot, a towing sonar, and several deep-sea divers. So far, the efforts have been unsuccessful, and the search...weiterlesen »

Viet Nam: A Rising Star in Southeast Asia

vor 23 Stunden - society.at

Diplomatic SOCIETY sat down with H.E. Le Thai Hoang VU, Ambassador of Viet Nam to Austria, and spoke about the numerous anniversaries the country is celebrating in 2025, the cooperation with Austria, and...weiterlesen »

Committed to global peace and stability

vor 24 Stunden - society.at

In an interview with Diplomatic SOCIETY, H.E. Mr. Zheenbek Kulubaev, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, speaks about the candidacy of his country for a non-permanent seat at the UN Security...weiterlesen »

Viet Nam’s (Hidden) Gems: 8 breathtaking places to discover

vor 24 Stunden - society.at

The Southeast Asian country impresses with its stunningly diverse landscapes, bustling cities and rich cultural history. Diplomatic SOCIETY handpicked eight places absolutely worth discovering. 1 Mu Cang...weiterlesen »

Direct Access to School Gymnasiums for Clubs

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

In future new constructions and renovations, it will be ensured that there is direct access to the sports facilities without having to go through the school buildings first. This should be implemented...weiterlesen »

Fewer Visitors at Long Night of Museums

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Between 6:00 PM and midnight, over 660 museums, galleries, and cultural sites in Austria and neighboring countries opened their doors for this year's Long Night of Museums. which 282,672 people took advantage...weiterlesen »

Wifo-Chief Felbermayr Welcomes Collective Agreement Conclusion for Metalworkers

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The director of the Austrian Institute of Economic Research (Wifo), Gabriel Felbermayr, sees the signaling effect of the collective agreement in the metal industry on other collective bargaining agreements...weiterlesen »

Excluded Dornauer Criticizes SPÖ Leader Babler

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Andreas Babler has "unfortunately cemented himself well," said Georg Dornauer in an interview with the "Kronen Zeitung" (Sunday edition). "Those who are currently leading the regime on Löwelstraße are...weiterlesen »

Woman Missing in Vienna-Brigittenau: Police Seek Witnesses

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

After a breakup and a previous argument with her ex-partner, the woman is said to have disappeared under worrying circumstances from the shared apartment in Vienna Brigittenau. The Vienna State Criminal...weiterlesen »

Vienna Police Engage in High-Speed Chase with Speeder

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The driver repeatedly ignored speed limits, barely kept distance from vehicles ahead, and forced other road users to brake abruptly. On Obere Donaustraße, the officers signaled the driver to stop with...weiterlesen »

Before Commissioning: Major Exercise in the Koralmtunnel Completed

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Over 150 people from the fire department, police, rescue services, authorities, and federal railways participated in the large-scale exercise in the Koralm Tunnel. Additionally, 50 people were used as...weiterlesen »

Raids Due to Tax Fraud with Luxury Cars in Vienna and Upper Austria

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

In the course of multi-year investigations, house searches were conducted at seven locations in Vienna and Upper Austria. Additionally, 34 bank accounts at five banks were opened, numerous witnesses and...weiterlesen »

When is the military allowed to shoot down drones?

vor 2 Tagen - VOL.at

Repeated drone sightings in Europe have caused unrest among political decision-makers and the military in recent weeks, leading to partial airspace closures. The question of which legal framework applies...weiterlesen »

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