Month: July 2025

According to ORF, the cause of the carp die-off is the koi herpes virus. The University of Veterinary Medicine identified this virus after examining the dead fish. The virus entered the Old Danube through illegally released koi fish The Austrian Fisheries Society has determined that the virus entered the waters through the illegal release of koi fish. Unfortunately, the affected carp apparently have no defense against this pathogen. Although 200 carp have died so far, Stefan La Garde from the Fisheries Society emphasizes that the general fish population in the…

Fever, accompanied by a skin rash covered with red pustules: the measles virus is highly contagious. The Vienna Health Authority recently sent a warning to hospitals, emergency services, and doctors’ offices. In it, MA 15 reports an increase in measles and hepatitis cases in the city. Here are the reasons why and how you can protect yourself. Measles is a highly contagious infectious disease that is easily recognizable by the red pustules that cover the skin and cause fever. The insidious virus (transmitted by tiny droplets) often affects children, but…

New “OPTIMA Entspannt plus” tariff from Wien Energie: Low electricity and gas prices for one year. Savings of up to 150 euros for households. During periods of inflation, many households struggle with rising energy costs. Wien Energie now guarantees affordable natural gas and cheap electricity for a whole year. The new “OPTIMA Entspannt plus” tariff is being offered to private customers. It promises savings of 150 euros for average households. The new electricity and natural gas tariff is intended to offer households planning security at a price level below that…

To ensure that your holiday fun doesn’t end quickly at customs control, you should be careful with certain souvenirs From snake wine and tiger claws to sandalwood bead sets, customs officials at Vienna Airport have seen it all. “A glance at the import regulations saves travelers trouble and often a lot of money,” emphasizes State Secretary for Finance Barbara Eibinger-Miedl. In principle, all products for personal consumption are exempt from customs duties or import taxes within the EU. However, anyone purchasing alcohol or tobacco must still comply with specific regulations…

Austrians are less enthusiastic about artificial intelligence (AI) than people in other European countries. However, acceptance has recently increased in this country as well: according to a recent study by management consultancy EY, 64 percent view AI positively, 12 percentage points more than a year ago. In Europe, the average is 70 percent, 7 percentage points more than in 2024. Almost eight out of ten respondents in Europe (78 percent) currently use AI applications, representing a six percentage point increase from the previous year. Austria is also at the bottom…