Stories from Vienna · Austria

The Eurovision Song Contest final is scheduled for May 16 in Vienna, with semi-finals on May 12 and 14. An individual declined an invitation to the final due to 'current political issues in the world.' The final also coincides with an Istanbul concert by Erener. Véronika Fouzaro is representing at Eurovision, with German media discussing her. The semi-final is scheduled for this Thursday, and the final is set for May 16. Alicja Szemplińska is set to compete in the first semi-final, vying for votes from across Europe. The broadcast will also feature Veronika Fusaro on Thursday. The semi-finals for the 70th Eurovision Song Contest will take place in Vienna on May 12th and 14th. Australia's Delta Goodrem has performed her ballad entry.

A 'Saufang' (wild boar trap) has been approved for use at Alserbrücken to control the wild boar population. The trap is not yet installed, and its exact location will be kept secret to prevent damage from opponents of the measure.

A statement was made at a memorial event in the Federal Chancellery, attended by numerous government members and representatives, asserting that Europe must become capable of caring for itself. This necessity arises from perceived changes in the world and the United States.

The artwork is displayed on the exterior wall of a building named "Baohuang" and serves as a central part of an art event.

Guitarist and electronic musician Alexander Babikov performed with the formation Waschtag at the second Kaleidophonabend event. The performance featured metal objects, sound sensors, and electronics interacting with guitar and cello, as part of the Zeitton program.

Inge Kübler-Hiebl, Vice President of the Nursing Association, called for the full utilization of nursing competencies in Austria.

An Austrian court has scheduled a prosecution hearing for May 14.

Austria has issued a protest regarding the participation of Israel in the Eurovision 2026 competition. Austria has protested Israel's participation in Eurovision. Lawyers representing officials involved in protests against Israel's participation in the Eurovision 2026 contest presented defenses during week-long sessions. The defense argued that alleged errors and violations in the reports were addressed and removed. A court session is scheduled for May 14. The prosecution has requested the court to prepare for prosecution within one week. This follows previous reports of Austrian protests regarding the event. Five countries are boycotting the Eurovision Song Contest in protest against Israel's participation, citing the ongoing Gaza war. Multiple protests against Israel's involvement are also registered in Vienna, where the event is taking place.

Entrepreneur Lisa-Marie Fassel has founded a new venture capital fund named Fonds F. The fund is designed to support early-stage companies that include at least one woman on their founding team.

A 5-kilometer memorial run took place in Vienna to honor Ukrainian hero Nazariy Grintsevich, known by the call sign Grenka. Grintsevich died two years ago on April 6. The event involved 100 students from an Interior Ministry school named after the fallen defender.