EU Lawmakers Study Vienna’s Housing Model
An EU housing committee visited Vienna, citing its housing model as inspiration amid Europe’s growing affordability crisis.
Hate Crimes in Austria Up 20% in 2024
Austria recorded 6,786 hate crimes in 2024—up 20%. Most cases were ideology-driven and occurred online.
Severe Storm Hits Lower Austria: 140 Fire Brigade Calls
A storm in Lower Austria triggered 140 fire brigade calls, with major flooding in Horn and eight people rescued from vehicles.
Austria’s Repair Bonus Returns by End of 2025
Austria’s repair bonus program will return by late 2025, supporting consumers and sustainability with €30M in funding.
15-Year-Old Sentenced 2 Years for Vienna Attack Plot
Vienna court sentences 15-year-old to partial jail time for plotting an IS-inspired terror attack at Westbahnhof.
Austria’s Farmers Report Strong but Costly Harvest
Austria’s farmers report a good 2025 harvest despite heat, pests, and hail in key fruit and vegetable regions.
Rosenkranz: “Deal More Openly with Austria’s Historical Shadows”
National Council President Rosenkranz calls for more openness on Austria’s dark past, rejects Pride ban, and supports digital reform.
Rapid Vienna and Union Berlin End Friendly with 1–1 Draw
Rapid Vienna drew 1–1 with Union Berlin in a preseason friendly; Claude Mbuyi and Tim Skarke were the scorers.
Governors Push for Health and Transit Reform in Salzburg Talks
Austria’s regional leaders met in Salzburg to push reforms in healthcare, transport, education, and energy.
Masked Teen Tries to Strangle Taxi Driver in Vienna
A masked teenager tried to strangle a taxi driver in Vienna-Penzing. Police are searching for the suspect.