Austria News in English

Good morning! It’s 12th June, and here’s your Austria daily news capsule.

Clemens Pig appointed as the new ORF General Director after marathon session.

Controversial debate on the double budget for 2027 and 2028 in the National Council.

Salzburg's old town to become a traffic-calmed zone starting July 2026.

New renewable energy law finalized by the National Council with Green Party support.

Mexico celebrated after a stunning victory in the World Cup opening match against South Africa.

Agreement reached on the chemical industry collective agreement after eight negotiation rounds.

New EU rules bring transparency for honey and jam labeling starting mid-June.

Government plans to increase traffic fines in Austria from 2027.

ÖBB faces a need to save 1.6 billion euros, delaying major projects.

Trump threatens to take complete control over Iranian oil following recent conflicts.

New EU asylum reform comes into effect amid questions on member state readiness.

Pope Leo blesses the tallest church tower in the world at Sagrada Família.

Wiener Börse shows recovery after ECB decision, with ATX up by one point four percent.

Elon Musk's SpaceX achieves record IPO, making him one of the richest individuals ever.

South Korea wins their World Cup opener against the Czech Republic with a score of two to one.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!