Welcome, Nico! Austria’s First Baby of 2026 Arrives in Linz
While the sky over the Austria was still illuminated by New Year’s fireworks, a very special arrival was celebrated in Upper Austria. At exactly 00:00:15, baby Nico became the first citizen born in Austria in More...
Weather Alert: Heavy Snowfall Threatens Bergisel Schedule as Four Hills Hits Innsbruck
The 74th Four Hills Tournament (Vierschanzentournee) faces its first major meteorological challenge of 2026. As the elite ski jumping circuit moves from Germany into the heart of the Austria, meteorologists are More...
Prosit Neujahr! Vienna Rings in 2026 with Tradition and Joy
The wait is finally over. As the clock struck midnight in the heart of Europe, Vienna officially ushered in 2026. The historic Pummerin bell at St. Stephen’s Cathedral rang out across the city, its deep, resonant More...
Sydney Welcomes 2026 with Spectacular Harbour Bridge Fireworks
The global New Year’s Eve celebrations have reached a fever pitch as Sydney, Australia, officially rang in 2026 with its world-famous fireworks display. Over a million spectators lined the shores of Sydney Harbour More...
Austria Officially Abolishes Cold Progression for the 2026 Tax Year
In a historic shift for the national economy, the Austrian government has officially triggered the final phase of the abolition of “Kalte Progression” or cold progression. This move marks the end of More...
Lower Austria Police Intercept Massive Illegal Fireworks Cache
Just hours before the 2026 countdown, the Lower Austrian State Police (LPD NÖ) have successfully removed over 200 kilograms of illegal pyrotechnics from the streets. The seizure occurred during a targeted operation More...
10 Austrian Resolutions for 2026: From “Glücksfisch” to Financial Growth
As the final echoes of the St. Stephen’s Pummerin bell fade into the night, millions of Austrians will wake up to the first morning of 2026. While the traditional New Year’s survey by IMAS suggests a cautious More...
New Year’s Eve 2025 in Austria: The Ultimate Guide to Weather, Shopping, and Safety
As Austria prepares to ring in 2026, the final day of 2025 brings a mix of celebration and caution. Whether you are planning to attend the famous Silvesterpfad in Vienna’s city center, heading to a mountain hut More...
Austria’s New 5% Rent Cap: The 2026 Mietpreisbremse Checklist for Every Tenant
Starting January 1, 2026, a significant change enters the Austrian housing market. The federal government’s “Mietpreisbremse” (Rent Price Brake) officially begins, aiming to protect millions of tenants More...
Austria’s Birth Rate Hits an All-Time Low Amid Political Turmoil
As 2025 draws to a close, Austria finds itself at a demographic and political crossroads. The latest figures released by Statistics Austria on December 30 have sent shockwaves through the country: the national More...
