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Austria

German-speaking country of roughly 8.5 million people; EU and eurozone member. Landlocked, bordered by Germany, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovakia, Slovenia, Italy, Switzerland, Liechtenstein. Its capital is Vienna.

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The front page of the Wiener Zeitung newspaper

The front page of the Wiener Zeitung newspaper

Austria's Wiener Zeitung goes to print 1 last time

Austria's Wiener Zeitung, one of the world's oldest daily newspapers, is ending its print edition after 320 years.

This picture provided by the Austrian Interior Ministry on Thursday, June 29, 2023 shows secured weapons, objects and ammunitions, and Nazi-era flags, seized during raids in Upper and Lower Austria.

This picture provided by the Austrian Interior Ministry on Thursday, June 29, 2023 shows secured weapons, objects and ammunitions, and Nazi-era flags, seized during raids in Upper and Lower Austria.

Austria seizes vast weapons cache in far-right biker raid

Austrian law enforcement seized guns, ammunition, drugs, and Nazi paraphernalia from Bandidos Motorcycle Club members.

Portrait of Adele Block-Bauer by Gustav Klimt

Portrait of Adele Block-Bauer by Gustav Klimt

Gustav Klimt, a modernist master

Gustav Klimt paved the way for modern art in 19th century Vienna, while today they are fetching record prices.

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DW Euromaxx (Sendungslogo Composite)

Euromaxx - Lifestyle Europe

For our 20th anniversary at Euromaxx, we bring you highlights from the past two decades.

DW Euromaxx 24.06.2023

DW Euromaxx 24.06.2023

Top 5: Classic European dishes

Europe is home to countless classic dishes. We’ve narrowed down our top 5.

geckos found in one of the containers

geckos found in one of the containers

Austrian customs seize scores of reptiles in baggage

Vienna Airport customs officials seized almost 90 illegally transported reptiles stowed in one passenger's luggage.

People cheering and celebrating the Pride Parade

People cheering and celebrating the Pride Parade

Austria: Police foil attack at Vienna Pride, arrest three

Police seized weapons after searching the homes of the three people arrested for planning an attack at the Vienna Pride.

Members of the fire brigade are seen near the Terfener tunnel in Fritzens, western Austria, where a fire broke out for unknown reasons on June 7, 2023.

Members of the fire brigade are seen near the Terfener tunnel in Fritzens, western Austria, where a fire broke out for unknown reasons on June 7, 2023.

Austria: Train emptied in Tyrol tunnel as fire breaks out

Austrian authorities cleared a night train carrying around 150 people. Around 45 suffered slight injuries.

Protesters hold torches and sing as they march towards Plaza de Mayo square during a demonstration to mark the 47th anniversary of the 1976 military coup, in Buenos Aires.

Protesters hold torches and sing as they march towards Plaza de Mayo square during a demonstration to mark the 47th anniversary of the 1976 military coup, in Buenos Aires.

World in Progress: Family affairs

Holding relatives accountable for their crimes, a dedicated foster parent and a café for all generations.

Andreas Babler (l) and Hans Peter Doskozil (r) at the SPÖ party conference on Saturday

Andreas Babler (l) and Hans Peter Doskozil (r) at the SPÖ party conference on Saturday

Austria: Social Democrats red-faced as wrong winner declared

The party announced Monday that a spreadsheet error had led to the wrong candidate being declared chairman.

Ischgl ski resort building with tourists drinking in a apres-ski venue

Ischgl ski resort building with tourists drinking in a apres-ski venue

Austria not liable for Ischgl ski resort COVID outbreak

The court dismissed the plaintiff's claim of "catastrophic mismanagement" by local officials during the Ischgl crisis.

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Architecture Biennale curator Lesley Lokko, marrying in Germany, gourmet butter from France.

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Renowned architect Sir David Chipperfield, Gazpacho from southern Spain and a trip to Belgrade.

Helmut Berger as Ludwig II

Helmut Berger as Ludwig II

Cinema mourns enigmatic Austrian star Helmut Berger

One of the stars of European cinema, Berger was renowned for playing narcisisstic and sexually-ambiguous characters.

Austrian ÖBB train

Austrian ÖBB train

Austrian rail accuses 2 of playing Hitler speech on train

The incident included Hitler salutes and what appeared to be excerpts from the Nazi dictator's speeches.

The final edition of the Wiener Zeitung

The final edition of the Wiener Zeitung

Austria: World's oldest newspaper to cease print publication

The newspaper that reported on a young Mozart is set to cease its print edition.

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DW | Fokus Ukraine | Marta

Focus on Europe – Spotlight on People

How Russia’s war of aggression has changed the lives of people in Ukraine.

DW Sendung Fokus Europa | Tanja Maier

DW Sendung Fokus Europa | Tanja Maier

Ukrainians in need in Austria

An American woman in Vienna is a beacon of hope for Ukrainians in need.

The Sulzenau Lake forming out of the melting Sulzenau glacier in the Austrian Alps. Image taken in February 2023.

The Sulzenau Lake forming out of the melting Sulzenau glacier in the Austrian Alps. Image taken in February 2023.

Alpine glaciers in Austria melting at record level

The Austrian Alpine Club said it had never seen such a pronounced annual retreat as in 2022 since it started measuring.

Italien Kalabrien Cutro | Bootsunglück mit vielen Toten

Italien Kalabrien Cutro | Bootsunglück mit vielen Toten

Focus on Europe – Spotlight on People

Italian rescuers want people to be able to flee to safety without having to risk their lives.

DW Sendung Fokus Europa | Österreich: Das Welterbe im Salzberg

DW Sendung Fokus Europa | Österreich: Das Welterbe im Salzberg

How one Austrian wants to create a 'memory of mankind'

One reason for the ambitious project is that digital records don't last – yet certain memories should be preserved.

Georgien | Proteste in Tiflis gegen "Agenten-Gesetz"

Georgien | Proteste in Tiflis gegen "Agenten-Gesetz"

Focus on Europe - Spotlight on People

Why Georgians are protesting against their government and its Russian-influenced legislative plans.

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DW Euromaxx | Instagram Wien

Is Vienna as beautiful as on Instagram?

Does the Austrian capital live up to the pictures of it on social media?

Austrian police vehicle

Austrian police vehicle

Vienna police step up patrols over threat to churches

Vienna police said that the threat was "non-specific" and that the patrols were a "preventative measure."

Ukrainians protest outside OSCE meeting in Vienna

Ukrainians protest outside OSCE meeting in Vienna

Ukrainians outraged as Russian lawmakers join Vienna talks

Austria is facing criticism for issuing visas to Russian lawmakers for talks. Ukrainian MPs are boycotting the meeting.

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Artists talk about a year of war in Ukraine; dogsledding in Norway; ratatouille from Nice

General view after the avalanche of the terrain in Debanttal.

General view after the avalanche of the terrain in Debanttal.

More killed by avalanches in Austrian Alps

Several tourists and skiers have died this weekend in Austria as a result of avalanches.

Emergency crews are seen working in snow amid rescue operations in Fieberbrunn, Austria

Emergency crews are seen working in snow amid rescue operations in Fieberbrunn, Austria

Austria and Switzerland: Five dead in avalanches in Alps

Austrian authorities logged at least 17 avalanches in the popular skiing destination of Tyrol over the past 24 hours.

In this November 2020 file photo, a candles and flowers are pictured at a makeshift memorial for the victims a terror attack in Vienna, Austria

In this November 2020 file photo, a candles and flowers are pictured at a makeshift memorial for the victims a terror attack in Vienna, Austria

Vienna: Court finds 4 guilty over role in 2020 terror attack

The six men on trial were accused of encouraging the attack and helping the gunman obtain weapons.

The Russian Embassy in Vienna

The Russian Embassy in Vienna

Austria expels four Russian diplomats

Vienna declared four Russian diplomats personae non gratae, the Austrian Foreign Ministry has said.

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No snow, no skiing in the Alps

Climate change has economic consequences which can be seen in the Alps right now. Ski tourism is threatened.

The military barracks in Wiener Neustadt, where the shooting occurred

The military barracks in Wiener Neustadt, where the shooting occurred

Austria: Guard killed in shootout near Vienna

Austria's Defense Ministry said a soldier argued with his superior, leading to the exchange of fire.

Österreich Die Lawinensprenger - Sicherheit für Österreichs Pisten

Österreich Die Lawinensprenger - Sicherheit für Österreichs Pisten

The avalanche blasters

Avalanches are difficult to predict, highly destructive and often deadly.

Georg Hackl

Georg Hackl

Georg Hackl: Austria's German 'professor of luge'

The "professor of luge" is now out to try to help neighboring Austria end Germany's domination in the sport.

A rescue helicopter is seen parked near the site of an avalanche in Austria

A rescue helicopter is seen parked near the site of an avalanche in Austria

Austria: Rescuers find all missing people after avalanche

A total of 10 people were rescued after an avalanche hit the skiing area of Lech and Zürs in the state of Vorarlberg.

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A dazzling show on ice, scary sculptures out of gingerbread, and sibling musical prodigies.

DW Sendung Euromaxx | Hallstatt

DW Sendung Euromaxx | Hallstatt

Hallstatt: A Fairy-Tale Village

DW reporter Dhruv Rathee explored the idyllic Austrian village of Hallstatt and gives tips on what to see.

Thumbnail Projekt Zukunft

Thumbnail Projekt Zukunft

How men benefit from monastic life

Research shows that life in a monastery can increase men's life expectancy.

Queues of cars at the border between Croatia and Slovenia

Queues of cars at the border between Croatia and Slovenia

Schengen zone: Croatia gleeful, Bulgaria, Romania dismayed

The EU has agreed to Croatia joining the Schengen zone, but Bulgarian and Romanian bids are blocked.

Two ÖBB workers point at screen with train schedule on it

Two ÖBB workers point at screen with train schedule on it

Austrian railway strike threatens travel standstill

Austria's transport workers' union has called for a strike, with disruptions expected on cross-border and night trains.

An older woman wearing glasses holds up a tray of baked goods and smiles

An older woman wearing glasses holds up a tray of baked goods and smiles

Vienna's baking grannies

Cafe Vollpension in Vienna brings generations together and provides online baking courses.

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DW Euromaxx | Hundertwasser

The Secrets of Vienna’s Hundertwasser Museum

Artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser’s Museum in Vienna is full of surprises.

Red Bull owner Dietrich Mateschitz dies aged 78

The co-founder of the Austrian energy drink company turned sports investment giant has died aged 78.

Schweiz Gletscher Klimawandel

Schweiz Gletscher Klimawandel

How ice preserves history

Global warming is eating away at Alpine glaciers. Now researchers are trying to save the history locked in the ice.

A memorial to the victims of the Vienna terror attack, with a bunch of roses on top

A memorial to the victims of the Vienna terror attack, with a bunch of roses on top

Trial opens into 2020 Vienna terror attack

Six men stand accused of helping the assailant plan his November 2020 rampage in the Austrian capital.

Migrants from Middle Eastern countries enter Serbia through an alternative crossing on the border between Serbia and Kosovo near the village of Jarinje, 8.11.2021.

Migrants from Middle Eastern countries enter Serbia through an alternative crossing on the border between Serbia and Kosovo near the village of Jarinje, 8.11.2021.

Germany, EU pressure Serbia to curb illegal migration

Serbia needs to change its visa practice if it is to have any hope of joining the EU, Germany has warned.

Two Ukrainian children arrive in a class for refugees in Berlin

Two Ukrainian children arrive in a class for refugees in Berlin

German interior minister promises more support for refugees

The German government has announced plans to help cities cope with helping the large numbers of refugees from Ukraine.

A truck enters Austria at the Slovakian border in Bratislava-Jarovce

A truck enters Austria at the Slovakian border in Bratislava-Jarovce

Why is Austria detaining so many South Asian migrants?

Austria has detained over 68,000 irregular migrants and asylum-seekers since imposing strict border controls in May.

The Belgian nuclear power plant of Tihange

The Belgian nuclear power plant of Tihange

Austria files case over EU's 'green' gas and nuclear label

Austria launches legal action over Brussels' classification of nuclear and gas-powered electricity generation.

Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen waves on Sunday

Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen waves on Sunday

Van der Bellen set to win presidential race

Projections indicate that Austrians elected the incumbent president by a clear majority.