Stories from Vienna · Austria

The Austrian government is concerned by US tariff threats, which are impacting ongoing discussions for a new austerity budget. These threats are occurring alongside a previously announced troop reduction in Germany and are noted by the Minister of Labour and Social Affairs.

Apple is reportedly researching a new function for smartwatches that would allow for non-invasive blood sugar monitoring. This development is anticipated to cause market movement. The CMF Watch Pro 3 is recommended as a budget-friendly option at around 100 Euros.

An Austrian pianist will perform new piano pieces, potentially three in total, as part of a musical study. The pianist is not performing the pieces herself but is engaging with music she would not otherwise experience.

Ö1 is broadcasting the top 25 submissions for the 'Auslands-Oscar' (International Oscar) from May 10th to 16th. An online vote is open until May 4th to select the top three entries, which will receive prize money.

HIV and AIDS projects have been stopped, and UNAIDS anticipates a resurgence of the pandemic, projecting millions of deaths by 2030.

The University of Austria created informational materials and memorials for enslaved children associated with George Mason. The university's focus was on uncovering history and heritage rather than changing names.

On Friday, May 1, 2026, Akylas and the Greek delegation departed for Vienna, Austria. They are set to participate in the 70th Eurovision Song Contest. The two jurors spoke to cameras just before their departure. Maria Kozakou and Giorgos Kapoutzidis departed for Vienna, Austria, to participate as jurors in the Eurovision Song Contest. This marks another year of their involvement in the international music competition.

Pro-Palestinian students have set up tents for a Gaza solidarity camp on the lawn between the library and administration buildings. The protest is against the Israeli invasion of the Palestinian territory.

Two orchestra conductors meet in a Vienna hotel, where their conversation reveals animosities, regrets, and admiration. The play is written by Peter Denys and features actors Okan Bay Yügen and Celal Kadri Kınoglu.

Florentina Holzinger, an Austrian artist, will represent the country at the Venice Biennale. Holzinger is considered one of Europe's most performance artists.