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Austria’s Council of Ministers is expected to finalize today the list of food products that will soon benefit from a reduced value-added tax (VAT) rate. According to information reported by APA, only minor adjustments have been made to the product selection originally drafted by Vice Chancellor Andreas Babler and Finance Minister Markus Marterbauer, both of whom represent the SPÖ. Under the updated plan, a wide range of staple foods will see their VAT rate drop from the current ten percent to 4.9 percent. The reduced rate will apply to bread,…

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Austria is facing a rapidly intensifying flu wave, with hospitals reporting an unusually high number of severe cases. Health experts warn that the situation shows no signs of easing, and the coming weeks may bring even more infections. Rising Hospitalizations Across the Country Influenza cases have been climbing steadily, mirroring the severe flu situation already gripping Italy. According to Austria’s SARI dashboard—which tracks hospital admissions for Severe Acute Respiratory Infections—more people were hospitalized with influenza shortly before the end of the year than at the peak of the 2024/25 flu…

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Following the extreme cold, there is an increased risk of black ice in Austria. Geosphere Austria issued a yellow black ice warning for large parts of the country until Tuesday. The slippery conditions increase the risk of accidents and may cause local traffic disruptions. Road users should check that their vehicles are suitable for winter conditions and adjust their speed to the current conditions. After the cold front, a warm front reached Austria from the west. Initially, it is snowing at low altitudes, but as the temperature rises at higher…

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Across Austria and much of Europe, the past days have unfolded in white. Streets softened, rooftops muted, and landscapes transformed into quiet, shimmering worlds. For many, this first real snowfall of the season is more than a weather event. It’s an emotional shift — a moment when the world slows down just enough for us to notice ourselves again. Recent reflections in psychology and sociology suggest that people who adore snow often share a cluster of personality traits. Far from trivial, these traits reveal how deeply our environment shapes our…

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On January 1, 2026, nursing professions were included in the Heavy Labor Regulation. Specifically, this means that if you meet the requirements, you can retire as early as age 60. However, you must take action yourself. Since January 1, 2026, nursing professions in Austria have been classified as heavy labor. The Ministry of Social Affairs expects this regulation to result in around 1,000 women retiring early each year, as explained to 5 Minuten. Meanwhile, Austria’s major hospital associations are not really concerned that there could suddenly be a shortage of…

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Eisenstadt, Austria — The new year at the Pädagogische Hochschule Burgenland will begin with a burst of creativity and aroma as artist Lisa Pangan hosts a coffeepainting workshop on January 10, 2026. The event will take place in Seminarraum 7, located at Thomas-Alva-Edison-Straße 1, 7000 Eisenstadt, and will run from 10:00 to 13:00. The workshop is organized in cooperation with Welt Laden Eisenstadt, highlighting a shared commitment to cultural exchange, sustainability, and artistic exploration. Pangan, known for her warm, introspective visual language, has developed a distinctive artistic style that blends…

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Geosphere Austria forecast on Sunday that some snowfall is expected in the southeast in the middle of the week. On Monday, there will be patches of low fog in some areas at first. Otherwise, there will be diffuse sunshine at first, but cloud cover will increase rapidly from the southeast. Light snowfall is expected in the southeast in the afternoon. The wind will be light to moderate from variable directions. In the morning, temperatures will range from minus 15 to minus four degrees, with temperatures as low as minus 21…

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The key change is the introduction of partial retirement, which will largely replace partial retirement for older workers. The statutory retirement age for women will continue to rise. The path to corridor pensions will become longer. Pension adjustments will only fully compensate for inflation for incomes up to €2,500; above that, there will be a fixed amount. Specifically, an increase of 2.7 percent is planned for pensions up to €2,500, while all higher pensions will be increased by a fixed amount of €67.50. It should be noted that different pension…

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As we welcome the dawn of a new year, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to you—our readers, supporters, and community partners—who continue to make austrian.press.com a vibrant and trusted space for news, stories, and shared understanding. In a world that moves quickly and often unpredictably, your engagement inspires us to uphold our mission with even greater dedication: to deliver accurate, timely, and meaningful journalism through multimedia, to illuminate the issues shaping Austria today, and to connect local experiences with global perspectives. This past year has reminded us how essential responsible…

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