Bright Comet Lemmon to Light Up October Skies in Europe
Comet C/2025 A6 (Lemmon) will be visible from mid-October, reaching magnitude 3 brightness and glowing faintly to the naked eye.
Parship Survey: 62% Of Singles In Austria Live Alone
A Parship survey shows 62% of Austrian singles live alone, while nearly half under 30 still live with parents and 17% struggle with rent.
New Housing Package Faces Heavy Criticism in Review
Austria’s new rent reform faces strong criticism: business groups warn of housing risks, while unions and tenants say it falls short.
University of Vienna Ranks 95th in World Ranking
The University of Vienna ranks 95th in the 2025 Times Higher Education World University Ranking — Austria’s first-ever top 100 placement.
Vienna: Driver Gets 3.5 Years For Ramming Police Car
A 33-year-old Vienna driver was sentenced to 3.5 years in prison after a police chase where he rammed an officer and caused a crash.
Vienna Airport Begins Rollout Of EU Entry/Exit System
The launch of the new EU Entry/Exit System (EES) is about to begin at Vienna Airport in Schwechat. Starting Sunday, EU member states will gradually introduce the system. The automated IT system records travelers from third countries who intend to stay in the Schengen Area for short periods (up to 90 days) upon their entry […]
Wien Energie Raises District Heating Prices For 2025/26
Wien Energie will raise district heating prices for 2025/26 by about €12 a month, citing higher gas, labor, and construction costs.
AK Backs Grid Fee For Power Feeders
Austria’s Chamber of Labor backs grid fees for electricity producers, arguing it ensures fairness and efficient grid use despite criticism.
New Law To Cap Rent Hikes And Extend Lease Terms In 2026
Austria’s rent reform will cap rent hikes, introduce value protection for leases, and extend minimum contract terms starting in 2026.
Bank Austria Survey: Austrians Show Growing Interest in Stocks
Bank Austria survey shows rising Austrian interest in stocks, with 42% interested and 37% owning securities, up from last year.