Museums and Pools Free for Taylor Swift Fans After Cancellation
The Albertina, MAK and mumok are leading the charge among Vienna’s museums in offering free entry to Taylor Swift ticket holders.
Court Rejects Signa’s Restructuring Plan in Historic Collapse
The Vienna Higher Regional Court has upheld an appeal by the Republic of Austria, rejecting the restructuring plan of the collapsed developer Signa in Austria’s largest-ever bankruptcy.
Austrian Valentin Bontus Wins Olympic Gold in Kitesurfing
Valentin Bontus was crowned Olympic champion in kitesurfing on Friday in Marseille.
Ed Sheeran to Kick Off Frequency Festival as Red Cross Prepares for Busy Weekend
Preparations for the Frequency Festival, which will take place from August 14 to 17 in St. Pölten, are in full swing.
Woman Shot Dead by Husband at Favoriten Hospital
The shooting occurred on the hospital’s neurology ward on Thursday afternoon, with the perpetrator reportedly shooting himself afterwards.
Terror Suspect Confesses Plot to Attack Taylor Swift Concert
Authorities say the suspect intended for the attack to take place on either Thursday or Friday, using explosives and bladed weapons.
Rival Groups Declare Peace After Vienna Clashes
The peace declaration stresses that the violence was not driven by ethnic factors but rather by personal disputes among young people.
Vienna’s Kindergartens Face Major Staff Shortages
Vienna’s public kindergartens face a shortage of 717 specialized staff, while the city’s largest private nursery provider has 200 vacancies.
U-Bahn Extension Delayed, Costs Rise
Technical problems and inflation have delayed the construction of the U2 extension to 2030, instead of the initially planned 2028.
Taylor Swift Concerts in Vienna Canceled Due to Planned Terrorist Attack
On Thursday, Taylor Swift was scheduled to give the first of her three consecutive sold-out concerts at the Ernst Happel Stadium.