Thousands Protest in Vienna Following FPÖ Election Victory
The stated aim of the protest was to send a clear message before coalition negotiations, urging against FPÖ involvement in government.
Austrian President Silent on Inviting FPÖ to Form a Government
Alexander Van der Bellen had earlier hinted that he might not automatically give Herbert Kickl the job, even if the FPÖ won.
Nehammer Supports FPÖ to Lead Coalition Talks
Speaking to journalists, the Austrian Chancellor stated that it is customary for the election winner to lead exploratory talks on forming a coalition.
FPÖ Victory Sparks Mixed Reactions
The FPÖ victory has sparked mixed reactions from political and cultural figures across Europe, from praise to condemnation.
SPÖ Secures Most Votes in Vienna
Preliminary results show the SPÖ winning 29.8% of the vote in the Austrian capital, significantly ahead of their national performance (21%).
Austria Votes in Crucial Parliamentary Election
Austrians head to the polls today in closely contested parliamentary elections, with the far-right Freedom Party (FPÖ) likely to win for the first time.
Pupils Explore Democracy in Interactive Game at Austrian Parliament
The pupils are divided into small groups to investigate questions such as what defines a liberal democracy and the role parliament plays.
FPÖ Leads as Austria’s Election Polls Show Little Change
The right-wing Freedom Party (FPÖ) remains ahead in the polls as Austria’s parliamentary elections approach on 29 September, followed by the People’s Party (ÖVP) and the Social Democrats (SPÖ).
Less Than a Third of Children in Austria in Full-Day Schools
According to the Education Ministry, only 30.9% of children in Austria attended a school offering full-day care in the last school year.
Election Decision Tool Comes Online
Wahlkabine.at helps voters determine their preferred party by asking 25 questions curated by a team of journalists and scientists.