The Return of Wolves and Bears in Austria
The reappearance of apex predators in the alps have some calling for a cull; but environmentalists decry the “scaremongering” and call for more electric fences.
Sebastian Kurz Announces His Retreat From Political Life
Embattled former chancellor says he is stepping back from politics to spend time with his newborn; remains confident the ÖVP will continue to succeed.
Mirabell Mozartkugel Manufacturer Begins Insolvency Proceedings
The manufacturers of Mozartkugeln have applied for insolvency and hope to keep operating; meanwhile, the Chamber of Labor has stepped in to support unpaid employees.
Energy Prices Shoot Up in Austria
As the economy recovers, demand is driving energy prices up – increasing heating bills as well as the cost of other goods and services. Austria is encouraging people to heat homes with renewables.
A Battle of Wills Over Possible School Closures in Austria
With sky-high coronavirus levels among children and youth, virologists and educators differ on possible school closures.
Vienna’s Business Immigration Office Helps Foreign Workers Get Residency and Work Permits
The City of Vienna has brought MA 35, AMS and the Vienna Business Agency’s Expat Center under one roof in what consultant Friedrich Bruckner calls a major “cultural shift”.
INTERVIEW: Vienna-Based Team Engineer Coronavirus “Super Antibodies” in a Tobacco-Related Plant
Dr. Herta Steinkellner’s work could lead to a new, effective treatment for COVID-19 – and demonstrates the power of plants to produce highly complex human proteins.
One Year After the Vienna Terror Attack of 2020, Most Austrians Not Afraid of Another Attack
One year on, two-thirds of Austrians are not expecting further terror attacks. At the same time, the government intensifies its activities targeting “political Islam”.
Austrian Defense Minister Criticizes the EU
Defense Minister Klaudia Tanner criticized the EU and called for more action on a Common Security and Defence Policy
New Polls: Majority of Austrians Against a Comeback for Chancellor Kurz
Two new polls show most Austrians don’t want Sebastian Kurz back in the federal chancellery – but the ÖVP base remains loyal.
Assisted Dying in Austria to be Permitted from 2022
As of Jan. 1, 2022, a legal pathway for assisted dying in Austria will be available.
Vienna Is On OnlyFans: Our Cultural Capital Gets Naked
The Vienna Tourism Board keeps having artworks censored on social media. The solution? Now, Vienna is on OnlyFans.
Insect Burger Patties Coming Soon to Austrian Supermarkets
Insects provide a climate-friendly, high-protein alternative to meat – and producers are betting that ever more consumers will bite in response to the latest buzz.
Chancellor Kurz Rejects Corruption Allegations; Greens Question Kurz’s Competence but Coalition Still on the Table
The political fall-out continues after Chancellor Kurz and associates are implicated in bribery and corruption allegations
From Timber to Timbre
In a fast-paced, digital world, Vienna’s master instrument makers seem to live a time apart.
Philippa Strache – in or out of Parliament? In, she says.
The far-right Freedom Party decides not to give Philippa Strache a seat in parliament (though they may not have a choice), while husband H.C. appears to be floating the idea of founding his own party
Scientists Offer Advice on Climate Change
We spoke with climate researcher Mathias Kirchner about Austria’s forthcoming Energy and Climate Plan, scientists’ efforts to help politicians, and why systemic reform is barely on the horizon.
Thomas Cook Insolvency Affects Thousands in Austria
The British travel giant announced Monday its would cease all operations, stranding tens of thousands and costing thousands of jobs.
Fridays for Future | How a Movement of Kids Is Leading the Way
This Friday, the youth-led movement will launch its largest collective action ever. Three local representatives tell us how complex the challenge is – and how, with collective effort, we can rise to the challenge.
Blue + Yellow = Green | Let’s Talk Trash
Sorting out recyclables just got a little easier in Vienna, thanks to an initiative that lets people chuck plastic and metal into the same container.
The Casinos Austria Scandal Stains Everyone
Election campaigns for the National Assembly are in full swing, but the fallout continues for the far-right Freedom Party (FPÖ) and Novomatic. As Metropole covered last week, these are alleged to have done a dirty deal relating to Casinos Austria …
Measles Keeps Rearing Its Ugly Head
Nearly twice as many cases were reported by mid-August as in all of 2019 – a quarter of which have resulted in hospitalization.
North Vienna Gets Its First Daytime Shelter for the Homeless
Nord_light in Vienna’s 22nd District will provide shelter, beds, food, laundry and showers – the first such offer north of the Donau.
Tough Times for Austria‘s Retail Sector
One in three Austrian retailers booked losses in 2017/2018, new research shows – as did every second book, jewelry and watch dealer. Still longer-term trends are positive.
E-Scooter Troubles
Electric scooters offer a fast and affordable means to zip around town – but as with other new tech, there are growing pains.
Vienna Police Under Scrutiny for Violence
Officers captured on video striking activists has brought recriminations, reviews and uproar on social media.
EU Election Countdown | Kurz Adopts Far-Right Coalition Partner Positions
Chancellor Sebastian Kurz’s populist swipes at Brussels in the run-up to the EU election reap opposition scorn, but maybe a few votes, too Part of Chancellor Sebastian Kurz’s (ÖVP) much-touted political genius is his ability to appear statesman-like next to …
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How to Grow Up in Vienna
Coming of age in Vienna can be frightening, freeing and exhilarating at the same time – just like growing up. Arriving in Vienna at 14 was like being let out of a cage. At least that’s how I remember it: …
