Significant Increase in Austrian Police Recruitment

Applicants are drawn to the higher pay during training, free public transport and the opportunity to obtain a driving licence.
Study: Child Influencers on YouTube Promote Unhealthy Foods

Chocolate and other sweets featured prominently in the videos, with influencers often presenting them in a playful and appealing way.
“Renaturation” Austrian Word of 2024, “Volkskanzler” the Unword

The term “Volkskanzler” (People’s Chancellor) was named the “Unword” (negative word) of the year.
AMS Warns of Rising Unemployment

Despite rising unemployment numbers, the AMS will have less funding for active labor market policies in the coming year.
People in Austria Worried About Migration, Healthcare and Inflation

The survey also found that 80% of the population believes Austria is heading in the wrong economic direction.
People in Austria Donate Over €1 Billion in 2023

While support for victims of the war in Ukraine has decreased, donations were largely driven by the earthquake in Turkey and Syria.
Austria’s Population to Reach 10 Million by the 2060s

Statistik Austria says migration is the only reason for the increase, as without it, the population would fall to 1950s levels.
Vienna Sees Rise in Mental Health-Related Domestic Violence

In total, 650 cases were processed during the past year, with nearly 600 individuals considered to be at high risk receiving support.
City Report: Citizenship Appointment Waiting Times Remain Long

The issue persists despite significant improvements in the workings of the city’s immigration and citizenship department, MA35.
Survey: Trust in Austrian Institutions Remains High
The latest Trust Index shows the Austrian Armed Forces leading with a notable trust boost, likely due to recent foreign policy crises.