Popfest Starts 15th Year at Karlsplatz
Kicking off the festivities is Popfest veteran Nino von Wien, who was one of the opening acts at the inaugural event in 2011.
Cheapest Grocery Prices Up 42% in Austria Since 2021
A Chamber of Commerce study found that Billa and Spar charge nearly 11% more for the same shopping basket than discount stores.
Austrian Airports on Alert for Global Climate Protests
Authorities in Austria are on standby after activists in neighbouring Germany disrupted air traffic at Cologne/Bonn Airport for several hours.
Long-Delayed U-Bahn Section to Reopen in September
The segment between Schottentor and Karlsplatz stations will reopen after a prolonged closure, further delayed by construction issues.
Vienna Airport Seizes Large Amount of Drugs and Cash
In the first half of 2024, customs officers at Vienna Airport have seized over 120 kilograms of narcotics and €1.2 million in undeclared cash.
Taylor Swift Shows Could Boost Vienna’s Economy by €100 Million
Swift’s 152-date Eras Tour has already become the highest-grossing concert series of all time, with last year’s US leg earning over $1 billion (€920 million).
ÖBB to Build Austria’s Largest Urban Solar Panel System
The new photovoltaic system is expected to generate around 3,400 megawatt hours of electricity per year, equivalent to the annual requirements of some 850 households.
Austria Faces Staff Shortages in Hospitality Sector
The study found over 11,500 unfilled jobs across Austria, noting that the actual number could be significantly higher.
Illegal Employment Uncovered in Vienna Hotels
The operation targeted foreign staff and resulted in fines totalling €68,000, in addition to the immediate recovery of over €43,000 in overdue taxes.
Heat Causes French Youth Choir to Collapse in Vienna
The cause was determined to be heat and dehydration, leading to three hospitalizations and psychological support for the others.