Fleeing ATM Bombers Caught in Bavaria After 260 km/h Chase
Three suspects in the Gmunden ATM blast were arrested after a high-speed chase into Bavaria. The fourth is still missing.
KFV: 630,000 Austrians Can’t Swim
A study by the KFV reveals that 630,000 people in Austria—including over 130,000 children—cannot swim.
Survey: Majority of Austrians Want Tip Taxes Abolished
A new survey shows that most Austrians tip regularly—especially in hospitality and services—but over 80% want taxes on tips abolished.
Gmunden: ATM Explosion, Suspects Steal Car
Four perpetrators blew up an ATM in Gmunden during the night leading into Friday. When their own getaway vehicle was damaged in the blast, they robbed a young man—who had been attending a nearby graduation party—of his car and fled with it. A large-scale manhunt has been launched. At around 2:45 a.m., the suspects detonated […]
Start-up Investments Fall to Lowest Level Since 2020
Austria’s start-ups face funding challenges as investments fall for a third year. Despite this, female founder rates and deep-tech ventures are rising.
Metal Industry Faces Third Year of Recession
Austria’s metal tech industry faces a third year of recession, with falling production and job cuts.
Austrians Drink Over 1,000 Coffee Cups Annually
Austrians will drink over 1,000 cups of coffee per person in 2024, with classic favorites like the Verlängerter leading.
Austria Celebrates 70 Years of State Treaty
Austria marks 70 years since the signing of the State Treaty with a strong cross-party reaffirmation of neutrality.
Austrian Analysts: Gold Price Could Hit $8,900 by 2030
Gold experts forecast price surge to $4,800–$8,900 by 2030 amid inflation and geopolitical shifts.
ÖBB Cuts Rail Investment Plan by €1.4 Billion
Austria’s ÖBB plans €19.7B for rail expansion from 2025–2030—€1.4B less than originally planned.