Full List: Vienna’s Easter Markets 2026
Vienna’s 2026 Easter markets open at five locations with 230 stalls, food vendors, and historic traditions dating to the 17th century.
Youth Speak Forum 2026 to Bring Young Innovators to the UN in Vienna
Youth Speak Forum 2026 at the UN in Vienna connects youth, innovators and leaders to explore AI, entrepreneurship and sustainable industry.
Austria Launches Migration Talks With Uzbekistan
Austria opens talks with Uzbekistan on a migration deal covering deportations, transit, and legal migration channels.
ORF Director Resigns After Harassment Allegations
ORF Director General Roland Weißmann resigns amid harassment allegations, with Ingrid Thurnher appointed interim chief.
Austria Plans €1.95B in Subsidy Cuts by 2029
Austria unveils plan to cut €1.95B in subsidies by 2029, introducing time limits, evaluations, and stricter efficiency rules.
Survey: 72% in Austria Say America’s Reputation Has Declined
New survey finds Austria’s view of the U.S. sharply declining under Trump, with most citing political leadership and global impact concerns.
Austria Raises €3.5B as Investors Seek Safe Haven
Austria raises €3.5B through syndicated bonds, leveraging safe-haven status as geopolitical tensions shake global markets.
Iran War: Survey Shows Oil Prices, Inflation Top Austrian Concerns
A new Austrian survey reveals fears of oil price hikes, inflation, and wider war as tensions over Iran intensify.
436,000 Without a Job: Unemployment Rises Slightly in February
Austria’s unemployment rate reaches 8.3% as job growth shows mixed signals, with regional declines and apprenticeship gaps in focus.
Vienna: Man Withdraws Cash With Fake ID
Vienna police search for a suspect who used a forged Czech ID to withdraw cash from two banks before fleeing.
17,700 in Region: Austria Urges Citizens to Register Amid Gulf Attacks
Austria issues travel warnings for Gulf states, urging citizens to register and shelter as evacuations and flight disruptions continue.
Airport-Level Security for Eurovision in Vienna
Vienna enforces airport-level security, ID checks, and a strict no-bag policy for Eurovision 2026, with cyber defenses in place.
Below 50%: Austrian Government Coalition Loses Majority in Polls
Austria’s ruling coalition slips below 50% in APA poll trend, while FPÖ and Greens gain ground ahead of key political shifts.
Vienna’s AKH Ranks 20th in World’s Best Hospitals
AKH Wien ranks 20th in Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals 2026, highlighting Vienna’s global strength in medical care and research.
Austria Hits Record Low in Birth Rate in 2025
Austria records a historic fertility low in 2025, with births declining for the sixth year and regional shifts in population trends.
Vienna Pools Launch New Monthly Pass
Vienna launches a new monthly pool pass for indoor and outdoor swimming, expanding flexible ticket options for residents.
Marriages and Divorces Decline in Austria in 2025
New Statistik Austria data show fewer marriages and divorces in 2025, with regional shifts and a rise in same-sex weddings.
AK Rejects ‘Lifestyle’ Part-Time Claim
Austria’s Chamber of Labour cites new data showing most part-time work is driven by caregiving, job shortages, and workload pressures.
Free Vignette for Disabled Drivers in Austria
Austria grants eligible people with disabilities a free digital annual vignette, with automatic activation via ASFINAG.
Vienna Boosts Homeless Aid During Winter Storm
Vienna expands homeless shelters during heavy snowfall and urges use of the FSW Cold App to protect people in freezing conditions.
Winter Storm Warning Issued Across Austria
Heavy snowfall across Austria may disrupt roads, rail, and flights, with winter driving warnings and avalanche risks in alpine regions.
Wiener Linien Plans Campaign Against Loud Calls
Vienna’s public transit launches a campaign to curb loud phone calls and music, with possible fines ahead for rule breakers.
Viennese Researchers Set Guinness Record With World’s Smallest QR Code
TU Wien scientists set a Guinness record with the world’s smallest QR code, advancing ultra-durable ceramic data storage technology.
Austria Improves Slightly in 2025 Corruption Index, Ranked 21
Austria edges up in the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index. See how transparency laws, enforcement, and EU trends shape the ranking.
Foreign Citizens Make Up 37% of Vienna and 20.5% of Austria
Foreign citizens now make up 20.5% of Austria’s population and 37% in Vienna, new Statistics Austria data show.
Filmmaker Wes Anderson Travels on ÖBB Nightjet Train
Filmmaker Wes Anderson traveled on an ÖBB Nightjet, discussing his love of trains and praising the design of the new sleeper compartments.
Austria Sets Record with 12 Films at Berlinale 2026
Twelve Austrian films, including ten federally funded works, will premiere at the 2026 Berlin International Film Festival in a record showing for Austrian cinema.
Fog, Rain, and Sunshine: Austria’s Weather Through Tuesday
Austria faces changeable weather with fog, rain, and sunshine as westerly winds move in, bringing mixed conditions through Tuesday.
Eurostat Report: EU House Prices Up 53% Since 2010
Eurostat’s Housing in Europe – 2025 edition shows large differences in housing costs, ownership and a 53% rise in house prices across the EU.
Nestlé Withdraws Guigoz Baby Formula Over Toxin Risk
Nestlé has pulled a batch of Guigoz baby formula after a toxin was found in ingredients, prompting withdrawals across multiple countries.
Austria Records Modest Increase in Military Service Numbers
Austria reports a slight rise in conscripts and volunteers in 2024, as debate intensifies over extending compulsory military service.
Car Use Drops Sharply Among Young Viennese
Car use among young adults in Vienna has dropped sharply, with more people walking, cycling, and relying on public transport and car sharing.
Austrian Government Targets Fuel Price Cuts
Austria plans a special review of fuel prices as the government investigates why lower global oil prices are not reaching consumers.
Spain to Legalize 500,000 Undocumented Migrants, Austria Critizes Decision
Spain launches a mass legalization program that could grant residency to up to 500,000 undocumented migrants, easing requirements and reducing bureaucracy.
Austria Like Australia: Government Plans Under-14 Social Media Ban
Austria plans a social media ban for children under 14, aiming to implement it by the next school year, ahead of an EU-wide solution.
Styria: Hunter Killed by Accidental Gunshot in Forest
A 42-year-old hunter was killed by an accidental gunshot in southern Styria. Police are investigating but do not suspect foul play.
Study: Youth in Austria Use Less Social Media, AI Chatbots Rise
Youth Internet Monitor 2026 shows declining social media use among teens, while AI chatbots gain popularity, according to a new study.
Vienna Budget Gap for 2025 Revised Down to €2.8 Billion
Vienna expects its 2025 budget deficit to total €2.8 billion, €1 billion less than forecast, with lower debt and reduced interest costs.
Leopoldsdorf: Man Found Dead Near Roadway, Hit-and-Run Suspected
Autopsy results show a 24-year-old man in Leopoldsdorf died from a traffic accident. Police are investigating a suspected hit-and-run.
2025 in Austria: Fewer Asylum Applications and More Deportations
Asylum applications in Austria fell 36% last year, with Afghans the largest group and fewer people in basic care, official data show.
Austria’s Largest Espionage Trial Begins With Case Against Egisto Ott
Austria’s largest espionage trial in decades begins in Vienna, with former intelligence officer Egisto Ott accused of spying for Russia.
Vienna Plans Closed Group Homes for Repeat Offenders Under 14
Vienna plans a pilot project for closed housing of criminally underage repeat offenders, focusing on education, child welfare, and safety.
Vienna Lawmakers Debate German-Language Support in Schools
Vienna’s state parliament debates German-language support as parties clash over kindergarten education and migration.
Parliament Approves New Tax-Free Overtime Rules for 2026
Austria’s parliament approves new tax-free overtime rules for 2026, prompting debate over fairness, budget impact, and incentives for work.
Vienna Remains Espionage Hub, Russia Seen as Top Threat
Austria’s intelligence chief warns that Russia is the country’s main espionage threat, citing disinformation, cyberattacks, and influence operations.
From January 19: New U2 Station Lina-Loos-Platz
Vienna opens the new U2 Lina-Loos-Platz station in January 2026, expanding the subway to 110 stations and improving access to Donaustadt.
Vienna Business Agency Director Appointed Without Tender
Former Vienna ÖVP leader Manfred Juraczka moved into a top role at the Vienna Business Agency in November 2025 without a public tender.
From January 19: Cigarette Prices in Austria to Rise Again
Cigarette prices in Austria will rise from January 19 as tobacco taxes increase and the tobacco monopoly expands to new products.
US Media Over Greenland: Austrian Activist Mislabeled as “NATO Official”
US media misidentified Austrian activist Gunther Fehlinger as a NATO official after a viral video on Greenland and US military bases.
Billa, Spar, Lidl Rule Out South American Fresh Meat
Austrian supermarkets say they will not sell South American meat after the EU-Mercosur deal, sticking with 100% Austrian fresh meat sourcing.
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