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Austria, formally the Republic of Austria, is a landlocked country in Central Europe, lying in the Eastern Alps. It is a federation of nine states, of which the capital Vienna is the most populous city and state. Austria is bordered by Germany to the northwest, the Czech Republic to the north, Slovakia to the northeast, Hungary to the east, Slovenia and Italy to the south, and Switzerland and Liechtenstein to the west. The country occupies an area of 83,879 km² (32,386 sq mi) and has a population of around 9 million.

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From drunk driving to skipping the seatbelt: Which EU country has the most reckless drivers? From drunk driving to skipping the seatbelt: Which EU country has the most reckless drivers? A new study reveals alarming data on the state of driving in Latvia, Austria, and Greece. READ MORE :.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:30Published 3 days ago

Austria to temporarily halt family reunification for migrants Austria to temporarily halt family reunification for migrants Vienna's three-party coalition announced their aim on Wednesday to prevent close relatives of asylum seekers from joining them in the.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:10Published 2 weeks ago

Linz Shines on Day 2 of the Judo Grand Prix Linz Shines on Day 2 of the Judo Grand Prix The second day of the Upper Austria Grand Prix delivered thrilling judo action. Slovenia’s Kajzer, Italy’s Esposito brothers, and Australia’s.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 03:00Published 3 weeks ago

Three parties agree to a coalition in Austria, keeping the far-right out Three parties agree to a coalition in Austria, keeping the far-right out Members of the liberal Neos party voted on Sunday to enter a coalition deal with the centre-left Social Democrats (SPÖ) and.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published on March 2, 2025

Thousands join funeral procession in Austria's Villach to mourn victim of stabbing attack Residents of Austria's Villach attended a funeral march and church service on Tuesday after a 14-year-old boy was killed in a stabbing attack on Saturday. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published on February 18, 2025

23-year-old man stabs six people, killing one in Austria, police say A 23-year-old man stabbed five passersby in southern Austria on Saturday, killing one 14-year-old child and injuring five others. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published on February 16, 2025

Far-right 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. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:30Published on February 13, 2025

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. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:15Published on February 12, 2025

Austria coalition talks stall as FPÖ and ÖVP leaders meet with president Coalition talks between the FPÖ and ÖVP, which received a mandate to attempt to form a government last month, have gound to a halt. The two parties' leaders are set to meet with President Alexander.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:14Published on February 11, 2025

Q&A: Disinformation is a major threat to democracy, ex-Austrian chancellors' spokesperson warns Gerald Fleischmann — the spokesperson for two former Austrian leaders — warns that democracy is at risk from online influencers covertly spreading disinformation. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:01Published on February 3, 2025

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Plymouth appoint Austrian coach Muslic as new boss Plymouth Argyle appoint Austrian Miron Muslic as their new head coach, succeeding Wayne Rooney. BBC Sport - Published on January 10, 2025

Austrian chancellor to resign after talks on forming new government fail Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer has announced he will resign in the coming days after talks on forming a new government failed for a second time. Sky News - Published on January 4, 2025
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