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"Data on the prevalence of prediabetes with the risk of developing diabetes mellitus and undiagnosed diabetes are rare in Central Europe, and previously unavailable from Austria," write Caren Sourij (University...weiterlesen »
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Compared to the last survey in April, the fear of inflation (40 percent; up seven percentage points) and concerns about the domestic healthcare system (40 percent; up ten percentage points) have increased....weiterlesen »
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According to Badelt, who presented the Productivity Report 2025 on Wednesday, the industry in Austria is suffering from US tariffs and urgently needs new sales markets. Therefore, Badelt advises the government...weiterlesen »
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According to the Ministry of Justice, the increase in reported suicide attempts is attributed to the specialist group for suicide prevention, which examines and documents suspected cases. Improved prevention...weiterlesen »
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In the case of the Graz influencer found dead last Saturday, a preliminary oral autopsy result is now available. According to this, the woman died from massive violence applied to the neck. The Graz public...weiterlesen »
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The Vienna State Criminal Police Office is investigating several as yet unknown men who are suspected of having posed as police officers since mid-June 2025, stealing cash and jewelry worth several million...weiterlesen »
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The disability association "KOBV Austria" criticized that the current austerity measures in Austria particularly affect people with disabilities, and this on several levels: Programs for personal assistance...weiterlesen »
The federal government has agreed on an initial package of measures for deregulation. Among the many individual measures decided in the Council of Ministers on Wednesday are the extension of inspection...weiterlesen »
The Medical Services Act (SanG) introduced in 2002 was necessary at the time due to the enormous technological progress. Since then - more than 23 years - it has not been revised. The Austrian Red Cross...weiterlesen »
The three-party coalition remains divided regarding the increasingly loud demand from municipalities for an increase in property tax. While the ÖVP rejects an increase, Vice Chancellor Andreas Babler (SPÖ)...weiterlesen »
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In this role, one must, among other things, have the ability to make decisions, he said - this applies to Hahn. According to the coalition agreement, the selection is up to the ÖVP. Hahn has gained decades...weiterlesen »
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Thai cuisine is more than just food. It is an experience that immerses you in the culture, history, and soul of Thailand. by Martin Stammler As you travel across the country, you will be guided through...weiterlesen »
Diplomatic SOCIETY spoke with H.E. Pattarat Hongtong, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand to Austria, about bilateral relations, Thailand’s foreign policy and its process to join the OECD. Thailand’s...weiterlesen »
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The hero monument was created in 1925 by Josef Müllner, an artist whose role in National Socialism is controversial. Müllner was a professor at the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna from 1910 to 1948, where...weiterlesen »
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In Vienna, there are vacancies in both the residential and commercial and office markets – but the extent varies greatly depending on the segment. According to an analysis by the Momentum Institute, around...weiterlesen »
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Immigrants in Austria are above average in terms of education, but they are often employed below their qualifications – for example, due to unrecognized foreign degrees. This is shown in an OECD paper...weiterlesen »
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"AMA Animal Welfare" offers the animals twice as much space as legally required, along with straw bedding, access to an outdoor area, and GMO-free feeding. However, for the vast majority of pigs, a whole...weiterlesen »
The "Falter" reports that the Viennese antiquarian Rainer Schaden acquired books from the estate of the historian Brigitte Hamann, who passed away in 2016. Hamann, known for "Hitler's Vienna," had numerous...weiterlesen »
There may have been violence in the relationship in the past. The woman had already obtained a restraining order against the man, which he ignored. As a result, the six-year-old child is believed to have...weiterlesen »
The decision of the Vienna Higher Regional Court could take several weeks. The accused are charged with, among other things, serious bodily harm, sexual coercion, and torture. The events date back several...weiterlesen »
The delivery of the summons to the accused was not possible. Currently, he is untraceable for the judiciary. It remains unclear what investigative measures are being taken to determine the current whereabouts...weiterlesen »
Interior Minister Gerhard Karner (ÖVP) emphasized that Austria can build on a "solid, good foundation" in terms of violence protection. A new action plan against violence against women was recently adopted....weiterlesen »
"Austria's approval of chat control is a breach of the dam. Austria was a pioneer in the fight against chat control for three years. With this approval, the government has capitulated and endangered the...weiterlesen »
At a press conference, an increase in property tax and lower hospital payments were particularly demanded. It concerns the levies withheld by the states from the municipalities to finance hospitals. According...weiterlesen »
At the Vienna Regional Court for Civil Matters (ZRS), the parties agreed on a conditional settlement. The 24-year-old, supported by his parents, is to pay 50,000 euros within 14 days. By January 31, 2028,...weiterlesen »
Interior Minister Gerhard Karner (ÖVP) pointed out on Tuesday at the sidelines of a press conference that they have been "demanding for several years" to establish return centers outside Europe or to conduct...weiterlesen »
The OECD expects GDP growth of 1.7 percent in the OECD countries for both 2023 and 2024. A growth of 1.8 percent is forecast for 2027. The Eurozone is expected to grow by 1.2 percent in 2024 and 1.4 percent...weiterlesen »
The new gambling authority will in the future grant licenses for online gambling, which will allow the lotteries to continue their online offering Win2Day. In return, the concessions for the "Video Lottery...weiterlesen »
In Austria, energy consumption noticeably increased in October. The supply of electricity to end customers increased by 4.5 percent year-on-year to 5.69 terawatt hours (TWh), while gas consumption even...weiterlesen »
For some, it is the most consumer-friendly time of the year, for others, the month of the crooked back: The Christmas business along with the past Cyber Week has already brought the first record for the...weiterlesen »
In October, the inflation rate was 4.0 percent. "We see the greatest price dynamics in energy," explained General Director Manuela Lenk. The price increase also intensified for food, tobacco, and alcohol....weiterlesen »
Former "Buhlschaft" Miriam Fussenegger and Laurence Rupp will be the new investigator duo in the Austrian "Tatort" from 2027. This was officially confirmed by ORF on Tuesday. The two, who studied together...weiterlesen »
Vienna is relying on a whole bundle of measures to consolidate the budget. Many of these have already been announced. However, the end of the line has not yet been reached. As the office of City Councillor...weiterlesen »