AK Rejects ‘Lifestyle’ Part-Time Claim
Austria’s Chamber of Labour cites new data showing most part-time work is driven by caregiving, job shortages, and workload pressures.
Free Vignette for Disabled Drivers in Austria
Austria grants eligible people with disabilities a free digital annual vignette, with automatic activation via ASFINAG.
Vienna Boosts Homeless Aid During Winter Storm
Vienna expands homeless shelters during heavy snowfall and urges use of the FSW Cold App to protect people in freezing conditions.
Winter Storm Warning Issued Across Austria
Heavy snowfall across Austria may disrupt roads, rail, and flights, with winter driving warnings and avalanche risks in alpine regions.
Wiener Linien Plans Campaign Against Loud Calls
Vienna’s public transit launches a campaign to curb loud phone calls and music, with possible fines ahead for rule breakers.
Viennese Researchers Set Guinness Record With World’s Smallest QR Code
TU Wien scientists set a Guinness record with the world’s smallest QR code, advancing ultra-durable ceramic data storage technology.
Austria Improves Slightly in 2025 Corruption Index, Ranked 21
Austria edges up in the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index. See how transparency laws, enforcement, and EU trends shape the ranking.
Foreign Citizens Make Up 37% of Vienna and 20.5% of Austria
Foreign citizens now make up 20.5% of Austria’s population and 37% in Vienna, new Statistics Austria data show.
Filmmaker Wes Anderson Travels on ÖBB Nightjet Train
Filmmaker Wes Anderson traveled on an ÖBB Nightjet, discussing his love of trains and praising the design of the new sleeper compartments.
Austria Sets Record with 12 Films at Berlinale 2026
Twelve Austrian films, including ten federally funded works, will premiere at the 2026 Berlin International Film Festival in a record showing for Austrian cinema.