Austria ‘Friendliest Country in Europe’, Tourists Say

The 2024 rankings saw Austria take the top spot, followed by Ireland in second place.
Naschmarkt Area Set for Green Makeover by 2027

In line with the motto “Out of the Asphalt,” a 12,000-square-meter parking lot between the Wienzeilen will become an attractive space with extensive greenery and cooling features.
Austrian NGO Leads Fight Against Child Blindness

In Austria, 50 percent of the population wears glasses. Cataract surgery is the most common outpatient procedure in the country.
Asfinag Insists on Bridge Renewal Despite Tunnel Proposals

This option has been deemed “technically, professionally, and practically unfeasible,” and the timeframe for such a change has already passed.
Solar Electricity Payments Rise After Months of Decline

While OeMAG has raised its payment rates, some individual electricity companies and energy communities are also willing to pay a bit more for PV electricity.
Nationwide Siren and Alert Test: 99.43% Functionality

AT-Alert is a supplement to the nationwide siren warning system. Authorities can send regional or nationwide warnings through mobile network operators.
Right-Wing Party Wins Austrian Elections
Early projections suggest the FPÖ has claimed victory in the country’s parliamentary elections, a result likely to send shockwaves through Austria and beyond.
Slovenian Minister Resigns After Using Blue Lights in Austria

Slovenian Prime Minister Robert Golob accepted her resignation on Thursday evening, as announced on the Slovenian government’s X account.
Home Office Drops to 65% in 2024

While 82% of office employees were regularly working from home in 2022, this number has dropped to 65% in 2024.
Record Turnout in 2024 ‘Pass Egal’ Election

The event, which allows individuals without Austrian citizenship to symbolically participate in national elections, saw a surge in engagement from across the country.