Schools in Austria are expressing concerns about the potential 'sharpening' or stricter enforcement of the headscarf ban in the autumn. This comes as discussions continue regarding religious attire in educational settings.
Ahead of Eurovision 2026, 95,000 tickets have already been sold to fans from 75 countries, with Austria, the host country, showing the strongest demand.
Italian Ambassador to Austria, Giovanni Pugliese, conferred the honor of Officer of the Order of the Star of Italy upon General Rudolf Striendinger, the Chief of the Austrian Defense Staff.
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Mozart's librettist Da Ponte has landed in Santa Fe and must say goodbye to opera: Director Herbert Föttinger bids farewell once again with a charismatic leading role in a Turrini play...
An internationally acclaimed Sissi Ice Cream Parlor created an anniversary ice cream featuring almonds, violets, and sour cherries to mark the 60th anniversary of Gödöllő’s designation, honoring Empress Elisabeth of Austria's favorite flavors.
Harald Krassnitzer has redecorated the suite in the Hotel Altstadt where he stays during his visits to Vienna. Including a wall bar – and a very special armchair.
Austrian conductor Sascha Goetzel, a 2026 BBC Music Magazine Award recipient, is in Seoul with ambitions to cultivate a unique 'Ulsan sound' in the South Korean industrial city.
Two individuals received six-and-a-half-year prison sentences for severe extortion in a Vienna Mafia trial. The verdict prompted immediate calls for appeal to higher courts.
Austrian author Heinz Janisch, recipient of the Hans Christian Andersen Award, challenges the common lament about children's reading by asking whether adults themselves are reading enough.
More than 1,100 musicians and artists have publicly urged a boycott of the Eurovision Song Contest, citing Israel's continued participation. This call for a boycott has garnered support from various international figures, while some articles also touch on specific artist preparations for the event.
Prince Eugene of Savoy, a prominent imperial commander known for his role in driving the Turks out of Hungary, died 290 years ago on April 21, 1736.
A trolleybus in Salzburg, Austria, veered off the road and crashed into a supermarket, resulting in one fatality and several injuries. Emergency services responded to the scene of the accident, which caused significant damage.
Austrian authorities and the HiPP company have recalled baby food products after rat poison was discovered in jars. Investigations are underway, with suspicions of a blackmail attempt against the manufacturer.
The former Duchess of York, Sarah Ferguson, has been confirmed to be in Austria, where she has remained during her recent absence from public life, amidst various rumors about her whereabouts.
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Work? What do you mean, work! About the ongoing joy of designing, tending, and watching one's own garden grow, and about the many gifts it gives back over the years.
The Eurovision Song Contest is marking its 70th anniversary with a special extravaganza in Vienna, highlighting its long history and cultural impact.
Three octogenarian Austrian nuns, who previously made headlines for breaking back into their convent, have traveled to Rome and attended a general audience with Pope Leo XIV at St. Peter's Square.
OMV's top-line revenue decreased, primarily impacted by lower gas prices and reduced oil sales.
An Austrian man has pleaded guilty to plotting an ISIL-inspired attack on a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna. The 21-year-old admitted to planning the attack during the Eras Tour.
This article presents a difficult Smart Sudoku puzzle, identified as 619a, for readers to solve.
Switzerland is experiencing an exceptionally dry April, with MeteoSwiss warning of worsening conditions. A cold front arriving with strong winds is not expected to bring the much-needed rain, exacerbating the ongoing drought.
The Austrian National Council has voted to extend the "Wohnschirm" (Housing Shield) program until 2029, aiming to continue providing support for housing. This decision prolongs a key initiative designed to assist citizens with housing needs.
The Upper Austrian dialect and Landler-punk duo returns with defiant utopias like 'Socialism in Discos'.
Sarah Ferguson has been seen for the first time in seven months at an Austrian ski resort, with experts suggesting she is terrified amid ongoing scrutiny related to Jeffrey Epstein.
A large fire engulfed a residential building in Graz, Austria, leading to approximately 20 injuries and the evacuation of residents. The blaze reportedly originated in the basement of the building.
Bankers and builders are anticipated to lead a surge in CEO compensation in 2025 following the removal of bonus caps. The article notes the situation for Permanent TSB CEO Eamonn Crowley under new ownership.
The ORF crime series is getting new episodes almost daily. In the opaque Weißmann case. But also beyond that. Because other 'cold cases' are also being reopened.
The new station building for Vienna's U5 subway line at Frankhplatz has been completed, with a 5000 square meter area around it also being adapted.
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Yesterday leisure, today efficiency – concepts of time are also reflected in floor plans and interiors. A journey of discovery into the fourth dimension of living.
A man has confessed to plotting an attack targeting a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna. The individual admitted to the scheme to harm attendees at the event.
Those who work in the canteen are checked, but those who work for the MPs are not. Yet the second group has access to sensitive population data?
An Austrian man has admitted to planning a terror attack on a Taylor Swift concert scheduled for 2024 in Vienna, with his trial now underway. He is accused of having ties to the Islamic State.
A climber abandoned his girlfriend to die on Austria's tallest mountain, an incident that has brought to light other similar stories of what is being termed 'Alpine divorce'.
The Austrian ambassador to Estonia hosted a reception this week for Vanilla Ninja, Estonia's entry for the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest.
Lufthansa lost its appeal in a dispute with Ryanair over state aid received during the pandemic, with Ryanair arguing the 200 million euro assistance was illegal. The European Court of Justice ruled on the matter, impacting the airline's financial support.
A legal opinion commissioned by the Islamic Religious Community in Austria has concluded that a planned regulation to ban headscarves for girls under 14 in schools would be unconstitutional.
Baby food manufacturer HiPP has confirmed it is the victim of a blackmail attempt involving poisoned baby food jars containing rat poison, which have been found in several European countries. Authorities are conducting recalls and searching for additional contaminated products.
Rat poison has been discovered in HiPP baby food jars in Austria, with similar findings reported in Slovakia and Czechia, prompting a multi-country police investigation into suspected blackmail. The company has initiated product recalls as authorities warn the public.
Iran's Jewish community gathered in a Tehran synagogue to mourn a martyred leader, in what was described as a historic display of unity. This event highlighted the community's presence and solidarity.