CEE to Outpace Eurozone in 2025
Eastern Europe will maintain strong growth in 2025 despite global trade tensions, supporting Austria’s economy.
Vision Salzburg 2040: City Aims for Global Top 10 Cultural Status
Salzburg’s Vision 2040 aims to boost culture, support locals and visitors, and avoid tourist entry fees.
ÖGK Announces Cost-Saving Plan to Eliminate Deficit by 2026
Austria’s public health insurer ÖGK plans to eliminate its deficit by 2026 through job cuts, new patient fees, and approval requirements for MRIs and CTs.
Only 43% of Austrian Firms Report Positive Business Outlook
Austrian businesses report the weakest outlook since 2020, with rising costs and falling sales.
Vienna Customs Confiscates €12M in Fakes and 295 kg Cannabis in 2024
Vienna Airport customs made 6,400 seizures in 2024, including 295 kg of cannabis, €3.3M in undeclared cash, and €12M worth of fake goods.
One in Three Austrians Affected by Traffic Noise
One in three Austrians suffers from traffic noise, mostly caused by cars. VCÖ calls for lower speed limits and more cycling and walking to reduce the burden.
Chancellor Stocker Urges Blackout Preparedness
After the Spain-Portugal blackout, Chancellor Stocker stresses the need for better energy resilience and blackout preparedness in Austria.
Vienna’s SPÖ to Begin Coalition Talks
Vienna’s SPÖ plans to start coalition negotiations next week, aiming to form a new government before summer.
Styria: 15 Dogs Rescued from Cruel Conditions
The dog owner faces animal cruelty charges, while three dogs remain missing.
Vienna Election 2025: SPÖ Wins with 39.4%, FPÖ Surges to 20.4%
Projection shows SPÖ winning Vienna with 39.4%, FPÖ at 20.4%, Greens steady; ÖVP collapses to 9.6%, NEOS post record high—district results pending.
