SPÖ Formalizes Leadership Amid Economic Slump
Andreas Babler leads the SPÖ as a new coalition prepares for Markus Marterbauer to become Vice-Chancellor amid record government spending.
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SPÖ Formalizes Leadership Amid Economic Slump · Austria to Begin Winter Time on October 25, 2026 · Gerald Loacker Appointed to European Court of Auditors
Austria to Begin Winter Time on October 25, 2026
Clocks will be set back one hour at 3:00 a.m. as Austria transitions to winter time despite ongoing EU debates over ending the practice.
Gerald Loacker Appointed to European Court of Auditors
The Council of the European Union has appointed former Neos politician Gerald Loacker to a six-year term at the European Court of Auditors.
EU Asylum Applications Drop 17% in Early 2026
New asylum claims in the EU and partner states fell to 332,000 in the first half of 2026, marking the lowest levels recorded since 2021.
EU to Regulate Short-Term Rentals With New Act
The European Union is drafting the Affordable Housing Act to standardize short-term rental rules and address market tightness across Europe.
Apple Reports $12 Million Profit in Austria
Apple disclosed its fiscal 2025 results for Austria, reporting $222 million in revenue and a $17.08 billion tax payment in Ireland.