FPÖ Files Complaint Over Hitler Comparison Video
The FPÖ argues that the comparison is “unfounded” and that the video, produced by the platform Demokratie Österreich, trivialises Nazism.
Vienna Police Seize Nearly 80 Kg of Cocaine and Marijuana
A drug handover in the Wiedner Gürtel area earlier this month led to the seizure of drugs in the suspects’ flats.
Two Austrian Teams Reach Champions League Together for the First Time
The news follows RB Salzburg’s 1-1 draw with Dynamo Kyiv in the play-off on Tuesday and Sturm Graz’s win of the Austrian championship in May.
Vienna to Extend Open-Air Concert Hours
The City of Vienna is set to revise its noise regulations for concert venues, allowing open-air music events to continue until 11pm.
Climate Activists Deflate Tyres of 40 Cars in Vienna
The group appears to be affiliated with the Tyre Extinguishers movement, which has claimed responsibility for deflating car tyres in Vienna before.
Study: Parents in Austria Spend €2,200 Annually per Child on Education
Parents in Austria spend an average of €2,223 a year on their child’s education, according to a study by the Chamber of Labour (AK).
Masked Gunman Flees After Tyrol Bank Robbery
The masked gunman entered the bank just before 11am, demanded cash, and fled the scene, prompting a police manhunt.
Austria Prepares for Final Summer Heatwave
Temperatures exceeding 30C are set to make a return to Austria this week as the summer’s final heatwave takes hold.
Vienna Opens New Indoor Pool, Plans Five More by 2030
The indoor swimming pool in Vienna’s 21st district is part of a broader plan to construct five new indoor pools across the city by 2030.
Chancellor Promises Tax Cuts if Re-Elected
Karl Nehammer has unveiled plans to lower the basic tax rate from 20% to 15% and abolish the 48% tax bracket for higher earners.