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20/11/2025

A fresh cold front swept into Austria on Thursday, bringing early winter conditions and prompting orange-level snow warnings for five federal states.

Snowfall set in from Vorarlberg to Salzburg, with precipitation continuing into Friday, sometimes with moderate intensity. Only the lowest valleys initially saw a mix of rain and snow. According to forecasters, the snow line on the northern side of the Alps ranged between 400 and 600 metres on Thursday, and between 600 and 700 metres in the south. Areas above roughly 700 metres in the western Alps can expect several centimetres of fresh snow.

The Austrian Severe Weather Centre has issued “orange” alerts — indicating significant weather — for Vorarlberg, Tyrol, Salzburg, Carinthia and Styria. No warnings are in place for the remaining provinces for now, but meteorologists caution that conditions could change quickly.

On Friday, weather across the country is expected to remain cloudy and at least intermittently wet. Snowfall will continue along the northern Alps, reaching down into some of the valleys. Light snow is also forecast at times in the south, with occasional flurries possible in the east. In the far southeast, rain may mix in below around 400 metres. Temperatures will remain very cold, reaching only between –2°C and +3°C, accompanied by a brisk northwesterly wind.

Over the weekend, a low-pressure system forming over the Mediterranean is expected to move towards the Alps, bringing additional snowfall to southern and far eastern regions. Saturday will begin with widespread cloud and fog but mostly dry conditions. Sunshine is likely to break through from Vorarlberg to the Waldviertel and in the southwest later in the day, while clouds remain more persistent in the east and southeast. Highs will again range from –2°C to +3°C.

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20/11/2025

Austria’s Freedom Party (FPÖ) lodged an urgent parliamentary inquiry on Thursday directed at Vice Chancellor and Media Minister Andreas Babler — but the Social Democrat did not appear to answer it. Instead, he sent State Secretary Michaela Schmidt in his place, prompting sharp criticism from the opposition.

The inquiry followed a rare moment of unity among opposition parties on Wednesday, when they accused Babler of poor leadership after the government pushed through his new media-funding strategy with its parliamentary majority.

Despite the scale of his media reform plans — introduced at a time when many Austrian media outlets are under acute financial pressure — Babler reportedly presented them in less than three minutes.

On Thursday, the FPÖ escalated its criticism, accusing him of failings across key policy areas, from housing to pensions. The party’s deputy parliamentary leader, Dagmar Belakowitsch, said Babler’s performance in office was “meagre”.

She also blamed Finance Minister Markus Marterbauer for blocking food-price relief measures and for refusing to introduce an “Austria Basket” modelled on Greece’s controlled-price system. “When it comes to food prices, we hear very little from the SPÖ,” she said.

The party also attacked the government’s pension policy, accusing Social Affairs Minister Korinna Schumann (SPÖ) of burdening older Austrians by approving pension increases below the inflation rate for around one-third of retirees.

Belakowitsch argued that those who “built Austria’s prosperity through decades of work” were being left exposed to rising costs as “the current and previous governments squandered that prosperity at lightning speed.”

Babler, who took over housing policy as part of his portfolio, was also criticised for his flagship “rent brake”, which the FPÖ claims will have almost no real impact.
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19/11/2025

Austrian far-right leader Herbert Kickl delivered a blistering speech in the National Council on Wednesday, accusing the government and the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber (WKO) of failing businesses amid a worsening economic climate.

The FPÖ had called an “Aktuelle Stunde” under the title “Stop forcing Austria’s hard-working entrepreneurs to finance the ÖVP’s greedy salary kings!” FPÖ General Secretary Michael Schnedlitz opened the debate with sharp criticism of the governing ÖVP.

Schnedlitz said the ÖVP had been “caught red-handed” trying to push through major pay increases in the WKO. “Mahrer isn’t the problem – the ÖVP is the problem,” he charged. “You still haven’t understood anything. People will present you with the bill at the next election.”

Kickl then took the floor with an aggressive broadside against the government and Economic Minister Markus Hattmannsdorfer.
“The minister has outed himself as a fan-boy of chamber big-shots,” Kickl said. “What you’ve said here shows you have no idea how badly Austrian businesses are struggling.”

Hattmannsdorfer had earlier warned that internal tensions in the WKO should not be exploited to undermine unity within the country, arguing that strong representation was crucial in difficult economic times.

Kickl claimed the country was experiencing “a massive wave of insolvencies”, with companies shedding jobs and exporters losing competitiveness due to inflation, high energy prices and excessive regulation.
“What we are seeing is a gigantic loss of trust in political decision-makers,” he said.

He also accused the three-party coalition of mishandling its own dual budget. “The debt is exploding despite huge burdens placed on citizens. Rating agencies will downgrade Austria, and taxpayers will end up paying even more,” Kickl warned.
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16/11/2025

Simone Lugner, the widow of Austrian society figure and construction magnate Richard Lugner, has spoken candidly about life after his death and the prospect of finding love again.

The 43-year-old was married to Lugner for only 72 days before he passed away in August 2024. In a conversation, she reflected on grief, new beginnings, and why finding the right partner becomes harder with age.

“Ultimately, whatever you imagine or wish for doesn’t matter—it’s the chemistry that counts,” she said. “If the spark isn’t there, a man can be perfect on paper, but it still won’t work.”

Lugner stressed that she would never consciously compare a future partner to her late husband. “I would never say to someone, ‘Richard did this’ or ‘Richard was that.’ But deep inside, who knows? Everyone is different and has their own strengths. People are incomparable. How I’d react in reality—I can’t say.”

She acknowledged, however, that meeting someone new will be difficult. “After Richard, it will be hard to find another man. But that’s the same for everyone—as you get older, you gain experience, and your expectations rise.”

When asked what qualities she hopes for in a partner, she became both specific and sentimental. “If I could wish for something, it would be someone with good manners, who takes care of himself, loves animals, works hard, treats me well, and loves me as I am. Someone who makes me feel safe and protected.”

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16/11/2025

German TV host Thomas Gottschalk has come under fire after a confused and awkward appearance at the 77th Bambi Awards, where a remark about US singer and actress Cher triggered boos from the audience. His wife, Karina Mroß, has now spoken out following the backlash.

During Thursday night’s ceremony, the 75-year-old appeared noticeably unsettled, stumbling over his words and delivering fragmented sentences. Introducing Cher, he told the audience: “Here she is – the only woman I have ever taken seriously in my life.” The comment prompted audible boos and widespread criticism online.

Viewers took to social media, calling the moment “embarrassing” and suggesting the veteran presenter should retire. Others questioned whether he should be given a microphone again.

Speaking the following day, Gottschalk addressed the criticism directly. He said he had been shocked by his own behaviour, admitting he had experienced a moment of complete disorientation on stage.

“I didn’t recognise myself. I was startled by my own performance,” he said, describing the incident as a “blackout”. “I didn’t know where I was or what I was supposed to be doing.”

He insisted, however, that his health was not an issue: “I’m healthy and feeling fine,” he stressed, though he acknowledged that the evening had been “embarrassing” in retrospect.

Even those close to him were taken aback. The presenter told Bild that his wife, Karina Mroß, had also been upset by the incident. Mroß had accompanied him to the ceremony and has now publicly commented on the events for the first time.

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16/11/2025

Mikaela Shiffrin opened her Olympic-season campaign in emphatic fashion, securing a commanding slalom victory in Levi on Saturday. The American star outclassed the field across both runs, finishing 1.66 seconds ahead of Albania’s Lara Colturi, who celebrated her 18th birthday with a career-best second place. Germany’s Emma Aicher completed the podium, 2.59 seconds behind Shiffrin.

The win marks Shiffrin’s 102nd World Cup triumph and her ninth career victory in Levi, further cementing her status as the most successful alpine skier in history.

“I felt strong in both runs today. I’m really happy,” Shiffrin said after what she described as an almost perfect performance.

Austria’s Katharina Liensberger delivered the best result among the ÖSV women, finishing 10th after climbing four places in the second run. “I can definitely build on that second run,” she said.

Teammate Katharina Huber, ninth after the opening run, saw her hopes dashed by a major mistake in the steep section and dropped to 16th, sharing the position with Katharina Truppe. Lisa Hörhager, who stunned with a top-10 first run from start number 36, slipped to 23rd after errors in her final run, finishing just ahead of Katharina Gallhuber.

14/11/2025

Most people in Austria will face higher healthcare costs from Saturday as the annual service fee for the E-Card rises sharply. From 15 November, the charge will increase from around €13.80 to €25. The Austrian Chamber of Labour (AK) described the move as “almost a doubling” and warned that people with multiple employers should check their payslips carefully to avoid being charged more than once.

The higher fee applies to almost all insured individuals, but several groups remain exempt. These include socially vulnerable people, dependents covered by family insurance, parents on parental leave, those in marginal employment, conscripts performing military or civil service, and asylum seekers receiving basic support.

Anyone who is exempt from prescription fees is automatically exempt from the E-Card fee as well.

Pensioners are also exempt this year, but that will change: from 2027 they will be required to pay the annual charge, with the exception of minimum pension recipients, who will remain exempt.

Individuals with more than one employer are at greater risk of being charged twice. The Chamber of Labour advises keeping all November payslips. If an overpayment occurs, people can request a refund from the Austrian Health Insurance Fund (ÖGK) by submitting copies of relevant payslips along with a short written request. “One payment is enough,” the AK stressed.

The E-Card increase follows other recent changes. Over the summer, Austria reinstated co-payments for medical transport: €7.55 for journeys without paramedics and €15.10 for those with paramedics. Medically necessary trips—such as to chemotherapy appointments—remain exempt. The government also raised fees for passports, ID cards, driving licences and official name changes.
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14/11/2025

A split-second decision and a dangerous overtaking manoeuvre have changed the lives of two teenagers from Upper Austria forever.

In July, a 25-year-old driver attempted to overtake another vehicle on a provincial road but failed to notice two oncoming mopeds. He collided head-on with one of them. The two 15-year-old riders suffered severe injuries and were airlifted to hospitals in Linz.

One of the teenagers later described waking up after surgery to a devastating realisation. “When I opened my eyes, I saw that my foot was gone,” she told. She has undergone multiple operations and spent more than a week in intensive care. She now relies on a prosthetic limb.

Her friend was also seriously injured, suffering a shattered knee and a broken thigh bone. “It felt like something out of a film,” he said, adding that the pain has persisted for months.

Despite the trauma, both teenagers remain determined. The girl, who currently depends on crutches and a wheelchair, says she is grateful simply to have survived. The community has rallied around them: family, friends, and members of the local fire brigade—of which both teenagers are part—have raised funds to support their recovery.

Her father issued a sharp warning about reckless driving. “Speeding and risky overtaking do nothing but cause suffering,” he said. While the driver responsible reached out to express sympathy, he added, it does not undo what happened to his daughter.

The next phase of rehabilitation begins in a few days. Doctors say it will take time before she can return to a more normal life, but her goal is clear: to walk again without a wheelchair. Residents in the village continue to offer encouragement. “What these two are managing to overcome is incredible. We stand behind them,” one supporter said.

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