In today's episode:

— The SPÖ Social Democrats have fallen to 12 per cent in a new poll. Is Austria really heading for an early election, and what would it mean for foreign nationals?

— Austrian judges are staging a week of protest. 

— From next year, people of retirement age who continue working could qualify for a tax break. Who will be eligible?

— Fares, water, wastewater services and rubbish collection are all set to become more expensive in Wien. We will examine which figures are confirmed and which are still being calculated.

— Salzburg is confronting labour exploitation; Linz has declared an infectious-disease outbreak over; and a kangaroo is once again hopping along the roads of Niederösterreich.

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In today's episode:

— Work longer or build up your own savings? Why Austria is once again debating retirement at 67, and who should be preparing for change.

— Household finances under pressure: how much will salaries rise next year, and what will the new income-tax brackets mean for you?

— Trouble in the capital: a major data breach in Vienna and asbestos beneath the wheels of its cars.

— An Alpine mystery and a technological shock: the overnight theft of an Olympic champion's helicopter, a multimillion-euro headache caused by badgers, and a beer that has set Austrian social media alight.

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In today's episode:

— The President calls for resolve, while the far right wages war on rainbow crosswalks: how the new political season is springing surprises.

— The end of school stress at age ten? How a six-year Volksschule could reshape the choice between Gymnasium and Mittelschule.

— Bills are calling the shots: what the new "fuel brake" will deliver, why electricity in Austria is among the most expensive in Europe, and what happens to frozen child benefits.

— Raids at MA 35: does the investigation put already-issued Austrian passports and residence permits at risk.

— Alarm in the country's vegetable pantry: the closure of the Ardo plant threatens hundreds of farmers in the Marchfeld region.

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In today's episode:

— Nearly half of Austrians want an early election. What the latest polls reveal.

— The European Union is preparing age restrictions for children’s social-media accounts.

— Patients are waiting weeks for an appointment with a Kassenarzt. Where the situation is most acute.

— Diesel prices are setting records, while used cars are becoming cheaper.

— Airbnb listings in Vienna will have to be registered. Unregistered adverts could incur hefty fines.

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In today's episode:

— A diplomatic scandal: how dozens of passports were issued at the Austrian Embassy in London to people without citizenship.

— A career lift from AMS: why employment offices are now encouraging even those already in work to seek better opportunities.

— Salaries, property and cars: where housing is most expensive in Austria, and why Chinese brands are increasingly visible on the roads.

— Vienna prepares for change: a new Kultur-Euro on tickets, fraudsters in the Darknet, and the closure of the central S-Bahn line for over a year.

— Regional news: a guaranteed childcare place from the age of two in Tyrol, and live grenades found instead of mushrooms in the forests of Carinthia.

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In today's episode:

— FPÖ closes in on forty per cent: when the next election is due and what the latest poll reveals.

— Taxes, wages and unemployment: how much Austrians earn and why goods cost more here than in neighbouring countries.

— New rules for electric mopeds, E-Scooters and low-cost parcels from outside the European Union.

— An armed robbery at a jewellery shop in Wien, and an update on the necklace stolen from a museum.

— Frecciarossa undergoes testing in Tirol: when direct high-speed trains will link Italy, Austria and Germany.

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In today's episode:

— A multimillion-euro heist at a Viennese museum: a royal necklace set with hundreds of diamonds has been stolen.

— The VOR regional transport association has raised the price of annual and student tickets — we have the new figures.

— New rules in schools: a ban on headscarves for girls under fourteen, German-language learning programmes, and support for suspended pupils.

— Vienna's nurseries are short of nearly two thousand educators — why groups are being run by assistants.

— Up to two months without financial support: when the employment service AMS suspends unemployment benefits.

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In today's episode:

— Two hundred and fifty thousand hospitality workers are set to receive a pay rise. We will tell you when and by how much their wages will increase.

— Fuel, airfares, and rent are going up, while butter, milk, and electricity are coming down. We will break down what is happening with prices.

— Fines of up to two thousand euros at children's playgrounds: we explain the new rules on cigarettes, vapes, and nicotine pouches.

— From Vienna's main railway station to the airport, there is now a train every fifteen minutes.

— From the new year, Vienna will raise its tariffs for water, sewage, and waste collection. We will calculate exactly what is getting more expensive.

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In today's episode:

– Details of the espionage scandal and why Austria is still considered a "spy capital."

– An unusual study: how much are you actually paying for water at restaurants?

– A proposal to redistribute refugees from the capital across the country. How realistic is it?

– Vienna's burglars have devised a new and cunning scheme. How can you protect yourself?

– The Danube has run dangerously low due to drought, causing billions in agricultural damage.

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In today's episode:

— Chancellor Christian Stocker made an ill-judged remark — and triggered a major scandal.

— Installing air conditioning in Austrian homes is set to become easier. We explain exactly what is changing, and when.

— Unemployment is rising, yet employers still cannot find electricians, mechanics, construction workers and doctors. We explain this Austrian paradox.

— Oberösterreich is changing the rules for language courses. From now on, people who skip classes may have their Sozialhilfe reduced.

— People in Wien have been warned about rogue taxi drivers. We explain how to avoid paying eighty-five euros for a journey that normally costs around thirty.

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In today's episode:

— Austria is experiencing a historic drought. Is the country truly facing a drinking water shortage, and which regions have been hit hardest?

— Events in Spain have sharpened Europe's migration debate. We explain why people who legally live, work, or study in Austria are unaffected.

— Average salaries have surpassed 51,000 euros per year — but the gap between a doctor and a kitchen assistant remains vast. We break down the numbers by profession and region.

— One hundred and fifty euros for school supplies: who qualifies for the Schulstartklar voucher, and what is the deadline to use it?

— Tiger mosquitoes have established themselves in Vienna, and ticks have climbed to alpine meadows. We tell you where the genuine risk lies — and where the alarming headlines are simply noise.

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In today's episode:

— Political scandals: the head of the Chamber of Commerce has been accused of corruption, and a court has ruled that the Foreign Minister may be called a "disgrace."

— Austria introduces a ban on destroying unsold clothing and footwear. We explain why this is good news for shoppers.

— Supermarket prices have genuinely fallen following the VAT reduction — but there are nuances.

— A record number of citizenship applications in Vienna. If you are thinking about an Austrian passport — this story is for you.

— Diesel has crossed the two-euro-per-litre threshold again — we explain why petrol station prices are rising and how to save at the pump.

— The number of foreign first-year students at Austrian universities has for the first time in history exceeded the number of Austrian students themselves.

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In today's episode:

— A new ranking of Austria's wealthiest people has been released. We reveal who topped the list.

— All 27 European Union member states have officially confirmed that Russian hackers were behind the cyberattack on Austria's Foreign Ministry.

— From next year, Austria is introducing new road fines — so we walk you through a clear, step-by-step plan on how to contest or reduce the amount in letters from the police.

— A major salary study on supermarket workers has been published. We find out how much Billa and Spar actually pay — and what bonuses you can expect.

— Austria is bracing for an extreme summer heatwave. We'll tell you which federal states will be hit hardest.

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In today's episode:

— Parents risk losing 1,300 euros — due to yet another delay in the digital Eltern-Kind-Pass.

— Parliament has voted through a two-year budget: what is frozen, what is growing, and where savings are being made.

— Austria ranks sixth safest country in the world according to the Global Peace Index 2026.

— One in four Austrian factories is considering relocating abroad. What does this mean for the labour market?

— Vienna sets a bureaucratic record: five hours in a queue for a single photograph.

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In today's episode:

— For the first time in decades, more people have left Austria than arrived. What does this mean, and what can we expect next?

— ÖBB fares are rising. The national railway has announced ticket price increases — and we explain how to save money.

— Supplementary employment in Austria: what is permitted, what is taxable, and how to avoid penalties?

— Digitaler Euro is drawing closer. Austria and the entire European Union have taken another step toward digital money. Will cash disappear?

— Vienna Airport has changed its rules. Up to two litres of liquids and a laptop in your bag — that is now a reality.

— The Communists have won the elections in Graz. For Austria, this is a genuine sensation — we explain who they are and what it means.

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In today's episode:

— Austria's government approval rating has plummeted to a record low. Sixty-three percent of citizens are dissatisfied. What's behind this, and why does it matter even for those who don't vote?

— From the first of July, prices at supermarkets are supposed to fall. But will they actually drop?

— Austria is offering Syrian refugees three thousand euros to return home voluntarily. We break down the details.

— Ice cream in Austria costs fifty percent more than in Germany. And it has nothing to do with tariffs. There's a far more revealing system at play behind it.

— Vienna is creating a registry for the short-term rental platform Airbnb. We explain why — and whether it will affect customers.

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In today's episode:

— One of Austria's oldest political parties — the FPÖ — marked its seventieth anniversary with great fanfare. We explain why this is a story every migrant in the country needs to follow.

— Austria is slashing €400 million from its green energy programmes to plug a budget hole. We break down what that means for your utility bills.

— Major companies are cutting jobs across the board. We look at which sectors are being hit hardest.

— The government has approved sweeping new rules for Sozialhilfe benefit payments. Here's what you need to do to keep your support.

— A shocking new study has found that nearly two million Austrians struggle seriously with reading comprehension. 

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In today's episode:

— The Austrian government has passed a new budget that could leave every household up to 300 euros worse off per year.

— The Austrian army receives its largest-ever budget, while the Chief of General Staff announces his retirement.

— Familienbeihilfe for refugees is being scrapped. Who loses out and why?

— One in three GP surgeries is no longer accepting new patients. What can you do to avoid being left without care?

— Austria spent fifteen hours choosing a new director for public broadcaster ORF — amid accusations, profanity, and, eventually, a winner.

— A record-breaking heatwave is bearing down on Austria. Where will it be hottest, and where can you find relief?

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In today's episode:

• Deportation to Asia. Austria is discussing with EU partners the establishment of closed centres for irregular migrants in Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan.

• A victory in New York. Austrian diplomacy won a secret ballot and joined the UN Security Council for the first time in 20 years.

• The fight over passports. The number of new citizens in Vienna has risen by 56%, prompting the FPÖ to demand tighter naturalisation rules.

• Millionaires on paper. The country has recorded a record number of wealthy individuals, though experts attribute this largely to rising property prices.

• New rules from 1 June. Minimum wages in retail have increased, assisted dying regulations have been simplified, and a smoking ban in gaming halls has come into effect.

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In today's episode:

• The government is cutting university funding, prompting thousands to take to the streets. How will this affect students and patients at university hospitals?

• A major healthcare reform. How is it proposed to restructure hospitals so you can see a specialist faster?

• New polling data — how do Austrians feel about migrants, and do they want stricter rules for them?

• Why do you pay more for the same products in Austria than in neighbouring Germany — and is there any chance of changing that?

• How does the government plan to protect family budgets from electricity price spikes, and what risks does this pose for industry?

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