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150 warriors unearthed in unprecedented Roman mass grave in Vienna

Archaeologists in Vienna have uncovered an incredibly rare Roman-era mass grave, possibly linked to Emperor Domitian’s Danubian campaigns.

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Austria uncovers Russia-led disinformation campaign targeting Ukraine

The discovery follows the detention of a Bulgarian woman accused of spying for the Kremlin in December.

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Austrian police arrest teen for plotting Vienna railway station attack

A teenager has been arrested for allegedly plotting an attack on a major railway station in Vienna.

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Kickl demands fresh elections after Austrian coalition talks fail

The coalition negotiations have dragged on for four months after Austrians voted in September — the longest in the country's history.

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Austrian coalition talks led by far-right FPÖ break down

The far-right Freedom Party (FPÖ) had been tasked with leading negotiations to form a government in Vienna after previous negotiations fell apart.

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Austrian coalition talks expected to hit snag over interior ministry

The far-right Freedom Party (FPÖ) has been tasked with leading negotiations to form a new government after previous negotiations fell apart in January.

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Vienna Philharmonic rings in New Year with Riccardo Muti conducting

The 2025 New Year's Concert was held at the Golden Hall of the Vienna Musikverein, broadcast to over 90 countries, and watched by millions of viewers worldwide.

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Austria boosts security ahead of New Year's Eve celebrations in Vienna

After the Christmas market attack in Magdeburg in Germany, authorities in Austria are boosting security at Vienna's New Year's Eve Trail.

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Expats in Europe have the best quality of life in these cities

The ranking sees Switzerland claiming four spots in the top 10.

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Vienna’s much-loved Würstelstand gets UNESCO recognition

Vienna’s iconic Würstelstand, a humble sausage stand that brings together people from all walks of life, has been officially recognised as part of Austria’s cultural heritage.

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This Polish reservoir spared two cities from devastating floods

Some have suggested the reservoir should be named after famous Polish goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny.

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What makes Vienna the world's most liveable city?

The Austrian capital ranks highly for stability, healthcare, culture and environment, education and infrastructure.

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EU should act on migration to heed voter concerns — Austrian minister

The far-right Freedom Party is expected to top the polls in upcoming Austrian elections.

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Taylor Swift breaks silence over thwarted Vienna terrorist plot

Taylor Swift has wrapped up the European leg of her Eras Tour in London and has released a statement explaining why she had chosen to wait until now to speak about the Vienna concert cancellations, which she called "devastating".

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WATCH: Vienna’s worst floods in 152 years

Vienna faced historic flooding after an unprecedented 110 litres of rain per square metre fell in a single evening.

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Taylor Swift fans flooded Vienna museums after concert cancellations

Many institutions in the Austrian capital waived their ticket fees for Swifties with a concert ticket, leading to huge upticks in visitor numbers.

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Taylor Swift fans come together in Vienna after concerts cancellation

Three sold-out concerts in Vienna were cancelled by organizers after officials announced arrests over an ISIS-connected terrorist plot. But that didn't stop Swifties from celebrating - and commiserating.

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The European capital named world's most liveable city (again) in 2024

As well as Vienna in poll position, three other European cities made the top 10 in a year when global instability and the cost of living weighed heavily.

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Austrian police trial stun guns in Vienna ahead of potential rollout

Austria has been hesitant in the past to roll out stun guns, popular with police forces across the world, due to reports of people dying after getting electro-shocked.

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How will future US foreign policy impact the EU?

Joe Biden withdrew from the US presidential race, handing the baton to his vice-president Kamala Harris, now the Democrats favourite candidate.