Austria’s Proactive Response to Synthetic Drugs Surge in Europe

Austria has equipped itself with advanced laws, training, and technology to tackle Europe’s fastest-growing synthetic drug threat.
Mauthausen’s 80 Years of Liberation: A Silent Hill of Memory

80th anniversary of Mauthausen concentration camp’s liberation in Austria. May 2025 marks the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Mauthausen-Gusen concentration camp system.
Interview: How to Be Normal and the Oddness of the Other World

Fresh out of psychiatry, Pia (Luisa-Céline Gaffron) moves back in with her parents to rebuild her life.
Top 5 Best Co-Working Spaces In Vienna

With its fast-growing tech scene and entrepreneurial spirit, Vienna offers a variety of opportunities for those seeking to grow their businesses.
Where to Donate Clothes in Vienna

Here’s our guide on where and how you can donate clothing, household items, and even furniture to support those in need.
How Austria’s New Deposit System for Drink Containers Works

The deposit applies to all single-use PET plastic bottles, aluminium cans and glass containers displaying the official deposit logo.
‘Is There Another Austria?’ Austrian Culture with Hannes Schalle

Austrian filmmaker Hannes Schalle has a deep understanding of his country’s culture, including its soft power through the Christmas carol ‘Silent Night’ and the Hollywood classic The Sound of Music.
Austria Public Holidays 2025: Full List of Days Off

Planning your year in Austria? Knowing the public holidays in Austria for 2025 can help you prepare for long weekends, holidays, and key cultural events. These are official public holidays when many businesses, schools, and government offices are closed: Wednesday, January 1, 2025 – New Year’s Day (Neujahr) Monday, January 6, 2025 – Epiphany (Heilige Drei Könige) […]
How to Take Parental Leave in Austria

How to take parental leave and claim childcare allowance in Austria, whether you’re employed or self-employed.
Austria’s Economic Decline: What Can Be Done to Stop It?

As the Austrian economy continues to struggle and businesses consider relocating, The International asks what strategies could be implemented to revitalise it.