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Austria Health Minister Addresses COVID Vaccination Confusion

Health Minister Johannes Rauch, from the Greens, expressed concern over the perplexing COVID-19 vaccination options for practicing doctors. He warned of potential setbacks in health reform due to the prevailing confusion. Speaking on ORF's "Press Hour," Rauch conveyed an improved...

Suicide of Graz Gunman Alen R.

In a solemn announcement, the Ministry of Justice has confirmed that the passing of Alen R. was indeed a suicide. Due to privacy constraints, no additional information can be disclosed. As reported by the online edition of "Kronen Zeitung," Alen...

Austrian Rauch and Zadic Gain Favor, Sobotka Lags Behind

Austrians' trust in their politicians remains relatively stable, with minor shifts observed. Chancellor Karl Nehammer (ÖVP) sees a slight increase in trust. Social Minister Johannes Rauch (Greens) gains seven points and emerges as one of the most trusted government...

Italy to Seek EU Intervention on Dispute with Austria

Italy's Transport Minister, Matteo Salvini, declares intent to approach the EU Court of Justice regarding the Brenner Pass conflict with Austria. Salvini threatens heightened border controls for Austrian vehicles during an October visit. He criticizes EU Commission President Ursula...

Vienna Central Station Terror Plot Foiled

a 16-year-old teenager, arrested last week on suspicion of terrorism, narrowly avoided carrying out a potentially catastrophic attack at Vienna Central Station. Reports indicate that the young suspect was already present at the station, armed with a knife and...

Robbery Leaves Vienna Taxi Driver Injured

A horrifying incident unfolded in Breitenfurt, a suburb near Vienna, when a 28-year-old passenger viciously attacked a taxi driver, leaving the victim's life hanging in the balance. The assailant, identified as a Chechen national, was apprehended following an extensive...

14-Year-Old Found Dead, Teen Suspect Apprehended

In Lohr am Main, Bavaria, a devastating incident has shaken the community as a 14-year-old teenager was discovered lifeless on the premises of a local school center. The authorities were alerted to this heart-wrenching discovery on a fateful Friday...

Burgenland Bold Step: Free Products to Combat Period Poverty

Burgenland state, Austria, is set to launch a significant initiative to combat period poverty. Beginning next week, menstrual products, including tampons and pads, will be made available free of charge at all seven women's counseling centers across the region....

Austria’s COVID Surge: New Variants and Measures

Austria is currently witnessing a surge in COVID-19 infections, and experts are pointing to the role of new variants of the virus. These developments have raised questions about the trajectory of the pandemic and the need for additional measures....

Manhunt Underway in Carinthia: Suspect Sought in Criminal Offense

A manhunt is currently underway in the picturesque St. Veit an der Glan district of Carinthia, Austria, as local law enforcement, bolstered by the specialized Cobra task force and aerial support from a police helicopter, diligently search for a...

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Austria Health Minister Addresses COVID Vaccination Confusion

Health Minister Johannes Rauch, from the Greens, expressed concern over the perplexing COVID-19 vaccination options for practicing doctors. He...