Why September tends to spook European equity markets
Johannes Pleschberger
Drones aid reforestation in Austria's Tyrol forest
In Austria's Alps, drones are being used in a pilot project to protect areas of the forest vulnerable to deforestation.
Austria considers new contract for Russian gas
It is uncertain whether Austria will be able to use the Ukrainian pipeline on its own from 2025. The European Union has repeatedly criticised the Alpine republic for depending on energy supply from Moscow.
WWF fights for EU Nature Restoration Law despite pushback from MEPs
The proposal says all damaged ecosystems should be repaired by 2050. But the centre-right European People's Party has opposed the bill, claiming it would endanger food security in the continent.
The Austrian winemakers switching grapes to account for climate change
The effects of climate change are changing Austria's wine industry. Rising summer temperatures mean many wines are losing acidity and tasting less fresh. But some winemakers are hoping alternative grape varieties could save the day.
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Austrians skimp on Christmas gifts as economic woes bite
Faced by rising bills and prices, Austria's Christmas shoppers are tightening their bets, according to retailers who warn of jop cuts next year.
Slovakia's plan to sell fighter jets to Ukraine divides a nation
Jaroslav Nad', Slovakia's defence minister, wants to hand over the country's MIG-29 fleet in the autumn for €300 million.
New law allowing assisted suicide comes into effect in Austria
Assisted suicide is legal in Switzerland and has been decriminalised in several European countries, including Spain, Belgium, and the Netherlands.
Austrian police investigate fraud at Vienna COVID vaccination centre
Austria's largest COVID vaccination centre is under scrutiny after dozens of people received a vaccination certificate without actually getting the jab.
Austrian MPs vote to lift Kurz's immunity in corruption trial
MPs voted to lift ex-chancellor Sebastian Kurz's parliamentary immunity.
Austria introduces tougher COVID-19 measures for the unvaccinated
On Saturday, Austria registered a record high of 10,000 new infections. The country has one of the lowest vaccination rates in Western Europe, with only 63% of people vaccinated.
'Plastics are not that bad': Why isn't Slovakia cutting back on waste?
The Slovakian government is encouraging supermarkets to replace plastic bags with compostable alternatives, but it's easier said than done.
Cross-border medical centre set up for Austrian and Czech patients
Where the iron curtain once prevailed, doctors and interpreters now care for patients from both Austria and the Czech Republic.
The EU promotes the virtues of train travel with the 'Connecting Europe Express'
Travelling throughout Europe only by train has its difficulties, but the EU and its members are highlighting the environmental virtues of this form of transport with the 'Connecting Europe Express', a train that is currently crisscrossing the continent.
Ski resorts reopen in Austria despite third national lockdown
More than 400 Austrian ski stations have been allowed to reopen just before the country entered another nationwide coronavirus lockdown. Earlier this year, tourists in the alpine party town of Ischgl spread COVID across Europe after the resort failed to lock down quickly enough.
Europe expands night train network as rail becomes more popular
Both state railroads and private operators want to convince travellers to switch from airplanes to sleeper cars.
Austria begins mass coronavirus testing in lead up to Christmas
Provinces in Austria have kicked off a voluntary mass coronavirus testing programme to find undetected infections.
COVID-19: Vienna residents visit Plague Column to ask for protection
Vienna's Plague Column, erected after the Great Plague of 1679, has become a site of pilgrimage as the country battles the COVID-19 pandemic.
China deletes Mesut Ozil from computer games over Uighur Muslims tweet
China deletes Mesut Ozil from computer games over Uighur Muslims tweet
Trouble brewing over eco-pooing? Portaloo manufacturers in court fight
Two rival portaloo providers in Austria are currently battling each other in court amid a diagreement over the proper handling of fecal matter.
What does voting at 16 change? The case of Austria
Teenagers of 16 and 17 can vote in a couple of European countries. But is it a good thing?
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