Austria

New York City announces return of stolen Nazi art to Austrian Jewish owners

The piece was purchased by Gustav “Gus” Papanek, an Austrian Jew who fled the Nazis in 1938 and was reportedly unaware that the artwork had been stolen.

New Austrian anti-Israel vandal group damages factory

Palestine Action Austria posted a video to Instagram on Monday where the vandals smashed the solar panels with a hammer, poured unidentified liquids into pipes, and disconnected wires and antennas.

Discovery of the century: 40,000-year-old mammoth bones found in Austrian wine cellar

The discovery may help researchers uncover how humans one hunted mammoths, despite the enormous size difference.

Austria concerned of 'killer robots,' urges for immediate regulation on use of AI in weaponry

Austria urges global action on AI weapons, fearing "killer robots." Talks aim to regulate autonomous systems amid ethical and legal dilemmas.

By REUTERS
29/04/2024

Police arrest German nationals performing Nazi salute at Hitler's home

The display of Nazi symbols is considered prohibited by law in Germany and Austria, two countries that have strict laws against the display of Nazi symbols.

Several countries urge citizens not to travel to the Middle East amid rising tensions

Global travel warnings arise as tensions escalate between Israel and Iran, prompting airspace closures and flight cancellations across the Middle East.

14/04/2024

2023 Austrian antisemitism report reveals wave of post-October 7 Jew-hatred

The only other year that had such a high rate of antisemitic incidents was 2021, which was attributed to antisemitic conspiracies related to COVID-19.

Holocaust memorial stones splattered with paint in Vienna

The Vienna Police said on social media to the Austrian Union of Jewish Students that the appropriate authorities had been notified of the incident.

Schubertiade festival brings Schubert's music back in 2024

The 2024 edition of the long-running Schubertiade takes a new vocal turn

28/01/2024

Father who raped, imprisoned daughter for 24 years may be released

Convicted rapist Josef Fritzl may soon be released from prison as his defense attorney argued Fritz’s deteriorating health means he no longer poses a public threat.

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