Over 3,000 Join Pro-Palestine Demonstration In Vienna
Over 3,000 people marched in Vienna demanding action against Israel amid Gaza war. Demonstrators chanted slogans and carried flags.
OMV Fires Employee Suspected Of Spying For Russia
OMV fired a long-time employee accused of spying for Russia. Austria summoned a Russian diplomat as tensions rise over the espionage case.
Austria’s 5G Expansion Faces Urban Canyon Challenges
Austria’s A1, Magenta, and Drei expand 5G, tackling urban canyon challenges and ensuring coverage vital for home internet and cars.
Austria’s State Security Chief Haijawi-Pirchner Steps Down
DSN chief Omar Haijawi-Pirchner will resign at year’s end, citing personal reasons. Sylvia Mayer to take over Austria’s state security body.
“Ibiza Detective” Loses Human Rights Case In Strasbourg
The European Court of Human Rights rejected Julian Hessenthaler’s complaint, ruling his conviction for drug trafficking was fair.
AK Report: 120,000 Austrians in Full-Time Jobs Still In Poverty
Around 120,000 full-time workers in Austria are among the working poor, as many cannot afford daily living costs, a new survey shows.
Mountain Fatalities in Austria Drop as Cool Summer Eases Rescues
Austria saw 238 mountain deaths since Nov 2024, fewer than last year, as cool summer weather cut rescue missions by 30 percent.
Ryanair Cuts Vienna Fleet By Three Aircraft After Wizz Exit
Ryanair will cut three aircraft from its Vienna base in 2025, ending routes to Billund, Santander, and Tallinn, citing high taxes and fees.
Government Introduces New Rent Brake Law Starting 2026
Austria will introduce a rent brake in 2026, limiting increases to half of inflation above 3% and extending minimum leases to five years.
Falter Report: Abuse Claims at SOS Children’s Village Moosburg
SOS Children’s Village Moosburg faces abuse allegations. An external review is planned after reports of mistreatment and misconduct.