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Vienna unveils giant Eurovision mural

Vienna has unveiled Austria's largest mural on a vacant office tower as part of the Eurovision Song Contest cultural programme.

11/05/2026

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Eurovision 2026 kicks off with turquoise carpet parade in Vienna

Images show large crowds gather to welcome contestants for the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest on the Turquoise Carpet in Vienna.

11/05/2026

Culture news

Eurovision 2026 semi-finals: All you need to know

Discord over Israel's participation and its war in Gaza has dominated the build-up to this year's Eurovision Song Contest. Now, on the eve of the start of the semi-finals, here’s a breakdown of who's set to perform when and what to expect.

11/05/2026

Europe News

Austria expels three Russian Embassy staff on suspicion of spying

The Russian Embassy said in a statement on Monday that it had taken note of Austria's "outrageous" decision concerning its employees.

04/05/2026

Europe News

Austrian court acquits ex-official over Novichok document leak

Prosecutors had accused Peterlik of requesting "without official necessity" a classified report in 2018 that included the formula for Novichok, a military-grade nerve agent developed in the Soviet Union.

22/04/2026

Europe News

Austria refuses US overfly requests, citing its neutrality policy

US President Donald Trump has criticised European allies for refusing US military aircraft permission to use their airspace for operations connected to the war in Iran.

02/04/2026

Tech News

Austria eyes social media ban for under-14s, following global trend

Several European countries have already suggested social media bans for children.

27/03/2026

Earth News

Climate change is killing off Austria's glaciers. What's at risk?

Soaring temperatures are fuelling the demise of Austria's glaciers, with 'vast implications' for drinking water, power generation, infrastructure and more.

13/03/2026

Sport

Historic Firsts Highlight Day 3 of the Upper Austria Grand Prix

Day 3 in Linz brought thrilling heavyweight action. Tato Grigalashvili won the all-Georgian final at -90 kg, while Marie Branser made history with Guinea’s first World Judo Tour gold. Anton Savytskiy, Raz Hershko and Ibrahim Tataroglu also claimed gold on a spectacular final day.

09/03/2026

Art

International Women's Day: Mothers, sisters and the 'Art of Legacy'

Women in Frame is a two-week exhibition exploring heritage and cultural memory within the Austrian alpine resort of Ischgl and the impact over a century of the Aloys family and its influential matriach Elisabeth Aloys.

08/03/2026

Sport

Local Heroes Shine on Day 2 of the Upper Austria Grand Prix in Linz

Day 2 of the Upper Austria Grand Prix delivered thrilling action in Linz. Rafaela Silva, Ethan Nairne, Michaela Polleres and Adilet Almat secured gold medals. The home crowd celebrated Polleres’ dramatic golden score victory as fans enjoyed another spectacular day of judo.

08/03/2026

Destinations

Tyrol: Austria’s year-round haven for Alpine sports and wellness

In Austria’s Tyrol region, dramatic Alpine scenery sets the stage for outdoor adventure in every season.

08/03/2026

Sport

Judo Returns to Upper Austria as Grand Prix Action Begins in Linz

The World Judo Tour returned to Linz for Day 1 of the Upper Austria Grand Prix. Mitsuki Kondo, Romain Valadier Picard, Iroha Oi, Ruslan Pashayev and Ayami Takano claimed gold medals as fans at the TipsArena enjoyed thrilling finals and spectacular techniques.

07/03/2026

Austria

Austria charges man with terrorism over Taylor Swift attack plot

Prosecutors in Austria have filed terrorism charges against a 21-year-old who allegedly plotted to attack a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna in 2024.

17/02/2026

Culture news

Lazgi ballet brings Uzbek heritage to Salzburg stage

From the deserts of Khorezm in Uzbekistan to the grand stage of Salzburg, Lazgi makes its European return on Valentine's Day, a date for lovers of dance.

13/02/2026

Earth News

Green MEP calls for Austria to tax the rich while on the red carpet

Lena Schilling used the Vienna Opera Ball to condemn Austria’s mega wealthy, and call for a return to a ‘fair’ inheritance tax model.

13/02/2026

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Vienna Opera Ball dazzles 5,500 guests at Austria’s grand gala

Austria’s Vienna Opera Ball returned to the Vienna State Opera in glittering style, bringing together politics, business and culture as around 5,500 guests gathered in Vienna for one of Austria’s most prestigious charity evenings.

13/02/2026

Make it Work

EU initiative boosts Austria’s push for gender equality at work

In partnership with the European Commission

An EU-funded initiative is helping Austrian manufacturers rethink workplace culture, with new training, coaching and equality measures showing how industry can close gender gaps from the shop floor up.

21/01/2026

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Five skiers killed in pair of avalanches in western Austria

Five skiers were killed in a pair of avalanches in the Alpine regions of western Austria on Saturday. Authorities say two others were injured with one having suffered critical wounds.

18/01/2026

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Vienna battles deep freeze as Danube ice threatens shipping

Austria faced overnight disruption into Tuesday morning as black ice continued to refreeze roads and pavements, while icebreaking operations protected cruise ships on the Danube.

14/01/2026

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Austria passes law banning headscarves for schoolgirls under age of 14

Critics say the law could fuel anti-Muslim sentiment and a similar proposal to ban head coverings for girls in 2020 was rejected by the Constitutional Court because it targeted only Muslims.

11/12/2025

Made in Europe

Tackling waste: European innovation is reshaping the future of the plastic circular economy

Can sustainable solutions and state-of-the-art innovative technologies reshape plastic recycling and its circular economy both in Europe and across the World? We travelled to Austria to find out.

05/12/2025

Travel News

Is Vienna dull? Austria invites entire Scottish village to find out

Vienna is so eager to bust its ‘dull’ reputation, it has invited 100 Scots to experience the city’s highlights.

29/11/2025

Austria

Eight skiers rescued alive after avalanche at Austria’s Stubai Glacier

Eight skiers were rescued alive after an avalanche at Austria's Stubai Glacier. Over 250 rescuers attended; four skiers were lightly injured, with two hospitalised.

27/11/2025

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Austria's Salzburg Christmas market begins amid heightened security

Salzburg's Christmas market has opened with increased security measures, including more police patrols and cameras, following a trial against a man accused of planning attacks.

21/11/2025

Austria

IAEA votes to urge Iran to provide information about nuclear material

Iran denounced Thursday's resolution and said that it was designed to propagate a "false and misleading narrative of the present situation."

20/11/2025