Trio Arrested for 100 Burglaries
The men targeted businesses and catering establishments, stealing primarily cash and tools, resulting in a total financial loss of €270,000.
Unemployment Up 10% In July Compared To Last Year
At the end of July, 341,769 individuals were registered as unemployed or in training with the AMS, pushing the national unemployment rate to 6.4%.
Entrepreneur Sentenced Over Repair Scheme Fraud
The Viennese entrepreneur is accused of having obtained over €160,000 through fraudulent invoices, despite no repairs being done.
E-Scooter Accident Sparks Renewed Safety Debate
Safety officials are calling for an age limit, as well as extra safety features such as a bell, indicators, a second brake and a speed limit.
Covid-19 Infections Rise in Vienna, New Vaccine Doses Ordered
The increase, expected in the autumn, has arrived early, with more infections predicted as people return from holidays.
Inflation in Austria Below 3% for First Time in Three Years
While inflation has eased in the food sector, “price increases in the gastronomy sector remain disproportionately high,” according to Statistik Austria.
Finance Minister Magnus Brunner Nominated for EU Commissioner
Magnus Brunner is a long-standing frontrunner for the position and is widely recognized for possessing the necessary qualifications.
Government Announces Pension Increase For 2025
Pensions in 2025 will rise by the statutory adjustment factor, which is expected to be between 4.5% and 4.7%.
One in Five People in Austria Unable to Vote
Recent estimates indicate that 1.49 million residents will be excluded from voting due to a lack of Austrian citizenship.
Vienna Faces Rise in Abandoned Pets
Animal rescuers have been operating at full capacity, rescuing up to 20 animals per day, a significant increase from the annual average of eight.