Rising Crime in Vienna: U6 Station Brawl Highlights Growing Public Safety Concerns

VIENNA, AUSTRIA — A violent altercation involving multiple individuals erupted late Friday night at the U6 Spittelau subway station in Vienna’s Alsergrund district, once again bringing attention to the rising trend of violent incidents in Austria’s capital. The altercation, which occurred around 9:30 p.m., quickly escalated beyond control as several men clashed in what eyewitnesses […]

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Austria’s Top Court Strikes Down Verbund Power Price Hike — Refunds Ahead?

Austria’s Supreme Court (OGH) has ruled that the electricity price increase by Verbund on March 1, 2023, was unlawful, marking a significant victory for consumers. The decision stems from a test case led by Peter Kolba, founder and honorary member of the Consumer Protection Association (VSV), represented by attorney Dr. Maderbacher, reported by “Heute”. The […]

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Vienna Launches Coalition Talks as SPÖ and NEOS Eye Second Term

Formal coalition negotiations between Vienna’s Social Democratic Party (SPÖ) and the liberal NEOS began Tuesday at City Hall, marking the first step toward a renewed Red-Pink alliance following April’s municipal elections. The talks opened with a meeting of the core leadership team in Mayor Michael Ludwig’s office, followed by broader discussions involving both parties’ negotiating […]

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