First-Year Student Numbers at Record High
There have been 48,600 new admissions to public universities in Austria for the winter semester of 2024/25.
Bus Drivers Stage Nationwide Warning Strikes
Around 12,000 drivers took part in the action, which affected major operators, including ÖBB Postbus, Blaguss, and Dr. Richard.
Man Jailed for Harassing Women on Escalator
The 33-year-old had harassed at least 26 women – one of them twice – in the Margareten district since August 2023.
Police Prevent Suspected Terror Attack at Westbahnhof
The suspected attacker, a 14-year-old, was arrested on 10 February in a raid by counterterrorism officers.
‘Forever Chemicals’ Detected in Austrian Mineral Water
The “forever chemical” TFA (trifluoroacetic acid) was found in 14 out of 23 mineral and medicinal waters tested across Austria.
Chinese Online Retailers Fuel Austria’s Parcel Boom
Austria’s parcel market grew by 7.9% in 2024, reaching 397 million deliveries, with Chinese online retailers driving the increase.
Austria Sees Drop in Wrong-Way Drivers in 2024
Despite the decline, two people lost their lives in wrong-way driver accidents, while one was seriously injured.
Austrian Post Expands Self-Service Network in Vienna
In 2025, the company plans to open 25 new self-service branches, ten large postal stations and around 3,000 parcel collection boxes.
Carnival Spending Expected to Reach €35 Million
Fasching, the traditional festival leading up to Easter, is marked by costume parties, parades and masked balls.
Property Prices in Austria Fall Slightly
Despite the drop, residential properties in Austria remain 26% more expensive than before the Covid pandemic.