Austria

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The Republic of Austria, commonly just Austria, is a country in the southern part of Central Europe, lying in the Eastern Alps. It is a federation of nine states, one of which is the capital, Vienna, the most populous city and state. A landlocked country, 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 83,871 km² (32,383 sq mi) and has a population of 9 million.

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Austria, Serbia and Hungary strike migration deal, saying EU measures have failed Austria, Hungary and Serbia have struck out on their own, signing a new pact that will see a more hard line approach to dealing with migrants. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:32Published 2 weeks ago

Watch: Thousands flock to Vienna as its Christmas market opens Christmas season has arrived in Austria! Visitors from around the world gathered at Vienna's popular Christmas market to enjoy a mulled wine and "get into the Christmas spirit". Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 2 weeks ago

This Day in History: East Germany Opens the Berlin Wall This Day in History: , East Germany Opens the Berlin Wall. November 9, 1989. The East German action followed a decision by Hungarian officials a few weeks earlier to open the border between.. Credit: Wibbitz Top Stories Duration: 00:55Published 3 weeks ago

Austrian World Heritage Site Melk Abbey is being restored Around 100,000 books dating back to the year 900 and the many rooms are being restored at Austria’s historic Melk Abbey’s Library. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:32Published on October 28, 2022

With Finland and Sweden set to join NATO, Austria seeks neutral allies Austria is seeking closer cooperation with other neutral EU countries such as Cyprus, Ireland, and Malta. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:32Published on October 13, 2022

Spritz: From 19th century Venice bars to a 21st century phenomenon The name Spritz derives from 19th century Venice, where Austrian soldiers would ask for a 'sprizen' -- or splash -- of water to dilute Italian wines. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:20Published on October 11, 2022

Austrian president secures second term, election forecast shows Incumbent Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen was widely tipped to win the election. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:02Published on October 9, 2022

Gazprom resumes gas supply to Italy after weekend stoppage It was suspended over the weekend due to regulatory changes in Austria, a country which the gas passes through on its way to Italy. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published on October 5, 2022

Hungary, Austria and Serbia leaders outline plan to curb migration Hungary, Austria and Serbia leaders outline plan to curb migration Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:02Published on October 4, 2022

Demand for firewood soars in Austria amid gas supply fears The increase in energy prices in Austria accompanied by soaring inflation has prompted locals to return to burning wood. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:56Published on October 3, 2022

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Red Bull founder and billionaire Dietrich Mateschitz dies aged 78 Dietrich Mateschitz, the Austrian billionaire founder and owner of Red Bull, has died aged 78 after a serious illness with cancer. Sky News - Published on October 22, 2022
Scotland 1-0 Austria: Women's World Cup play-off final looms after break in tradition Scotland "broke the tradition" of drama and late heartache by triumphing over Austria in their Women's World Cup play-off semi-final, says boss Pedro Martinez Losa. BBC Sport - Published on October 6, 2022

Scotland v Austria: Scots must be fearless in Women's World Cup play off Preview followed by live coverage of Thursday's Women's World Cup Qualifying game between Scotland and Austria. BBC Sport - Published on October 5, 2022
Lionesses qualify for World Cup in 2023 after beating Austria England have continued their winning ways, securing a place in the 2023 World Cup, just a month on from their historic Euros triumph. Sky News - Published on September 3, 2022
Small stadium for Lionesses World Cup qualifier against Austria 'a little bit disappointing' The small size of the stadium for the Lionesses' World Cup qualifier against Austria is a "little bit disappointing" after their victory at the Euros, manager Sarina Wiegman has said. Sky News - Published on September 3, 2022

Sarina Wiegman: England coach says winning Euros was like a fairy tale England coach Sarina Wiegman says winning the Euros was "like a fairy tale" as she names her squad to play Austria and Luxembourg in their final World Cup qualifiers. BBC Sport - Published on August 24, 2022
Euro 2022: Northern Ireland on brink of Euros exit after Austria defeat - highlights Watch highlights as Northern Ireland's Euro 2022 hopes are in doubt following a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Austria at St Mary's Stadium. BBC Sport - Published on July 11, 2022
Euro 2022: Katharina Schiechtl puts Austria ahead against Northern Ireland Northern Ireland go a goal down to Austria as Katharina Schiechtl guides home a deflected free-kick in their Euro 2022 match at St Mary's Stadium. BBC Sport - Published on July 11, 2022
Euro 2022: Kenny Shiels and Marissa Callaghan on Northern Ireland's Euro 2022 game with Austria Marissa Callaghan and Kenny Shiels preview Northern Ireland's Euro 2022 game with Austria as both teams seek a knockout blow. BBC Sport - Published on July 11, 2022

Euro 2022: Beth Mead's goal gives England winning start against Austria Watch highlights as England beat Austria in the opening match of the European Women's Championship with a first-half goal from Beth Mead in front of a record crowd at Old Trafford. BBC Sport - Published on July 6, 2022
England start Euros campaign with 1-0 victory over Austria England made a winning start to their much-anticipated Euro 2022 campaign with a 1-0 victory against Austria at Old Trafford thanks to Beth Mead's first-half goal. Sky News - Published on July 6, 2022
Euro 2022: England boss Sarina Wiegman says 'so important to start with win' England boss Sarina Wiegman says "it was so important" to start Euro 2022 with a victory as the hosts beat Austria 1-0. BBC Sport - Published on July 6, 2022	England 1-0 Austria: Lionesses get off to winning Euro 2022 start Hosts England got their Euro 2022 campaign off to a winning start by defeating Austria at a packed Old Trafford. BBC Sport - Published on July 6, 2022
Under-19 European Championship: Highlights of England's win against Austria Watch highlights as England beat Austria 2-0 in their opening fixture of the Under-19 European Championship in Slovakia. BBC Sport - Published on June 19, 2022	Surbiton Trophy: Andy Murray begins Wimbledon build-up with impressive win Watch five best shots as Andy Murray begins his build-up to Wimbledon with a routine straight-set win over Austria's Jurij Rodionov in the first round of the Surbiton Trophy. BBC Sport - Published on May 30, 2022
Surbiton Trophy: Andy Murray begins Wimbledon warm-up by beating Jurij Rodionov in straight sets Andy Murray begins his build-up to Wimbledon with a routine win over Austria's Jurij Rodionov at the Surbiton Trophy. BBC Sport - Published on May 30, 2022	2023 Women's World Cup: NI's hopes of reaching tournament all but over with Austria defeat Northern Ireland's hopes of qualifying for the 2023 World Cup have taken a severe blow following a 3-1 defeat by Austria in Wiener Neustadt. BBC Sport - Published on April 8, 2022
Gareth Bale: Maligned Real Madrid star proves Wales' saviour again Written off at Real Madrid, Gareth Bale was Wales' saviour once more against Austria to take his country one step closer to an elusive World Cup. BBC Sport - Published on March 25, 2022	World Cup 2022: Wales captain Gareth Bale says team driven by 'hurt' in Austria play-off Wales will use the "hurt" of previous near misses as inspiration for Thursday's World Cup play-off semi-final against Austria, says captain Gareth Bale. BBC Sport - Published on March 23, 2022
Robert Page: Wales have earned right to play in big games like World Cup play-offs Wales manager Robert Page says his side will take the game to Austria when they face off in Thursday's World Cup qualifying play-off semi-final. BBC Sport - Published on March 23, 2022	Gareth Bale: Real Madrid boss says Wales captain is 'unwell' Doubts over Gareth Bale's availability for Wales' World Cup play-off against Austria on Thursday after Carlo Ancelotti reveals he is feeling unwell. BBC Sport - Published on March 21, 2022
Gareth Bale and Aaron Ramsey in Wales squad for World Cup play-off v Austria Gareth Bale and Aaron Ramsey are included in Wales' squad for their World Cup qualifying play-off semi-final against Austria. BBC Sport - Published on March 16, 2022	World Cup 2022: Wales' play-off with Austria to go ahead in March Wales' World Cup play-off semi-final against Austria later this month will be played as scheduled. BBC Sport - Published on March 8, 2022
Christian Fuchs: Playoffs with Charlotte would be 'bigger fairy tale' than Leicester Former Leicester and Austria defender Christian Fuchs talks about his new challenge at Charlotte FC, who will be making their MLS debut as a franchise this coming season. BBC Sport - Published on February 21, 2022	Winter Olympics: Austria win skiing gold in the mixed team parallel final Austria win gold by beating Germany in the mixed team parallel final at the Winter Olympics. BBC Sport - Published on February 20, 2022
Winter Olympics: Austria's Tristan Takats makes ski cross quarterfinals after photo finish Austria's Tristan Takats narrowly qualifies for the men's ski cross quarterfinals crossing the finish line ahead of Japan's Ryo Sugai "by a fingernail". BBC Sport - Published on February 18, 2022	Winter Olympics: Anna Gasser beats Zoi Sadowski-Synnott to win snowboard big air gold Austria's Anna Gasser wins snowboard big air gold with an "absolutely massive" run, beating New Zealand's slopestyle champion Zoi Sadowski-Synnott at the Winter Olympics. BBC Sport - Published on February 15, 2022
Winter Olympics: Austria's Alessandro Haemmerle wins gold after photo finish in men's snowboard cross Austria's Alessandro Haemmerle wins gold "by a cat's whisker" after a dramatic photo finish in the men's snowboard cross final. BBC Sport - Published on February 10, 2022	Winter Olympics: Ester Ledecka and Benjamin Karl win snowboard slalom golds Ester Ledecka of Czech Republic and Benjamin and Austria's Benjamin Karl win snowboard gold medals in the women's and men's parallel giant slalom. BBC Sport - Published on February 8, 2022
Winter Olympics: Austrian luger David Gleirscher stays on sled despite tipping up at 145kmh Watch as Austrian luger David Gleirscher stays on his sled despite tipping up at 145kmh in the men's luge final at the Beijing Winter Olympics 2022. BBC Sport - Published on February 6, 2022	Four dead and one missing after avalanche in Austrian Alps Four people have died and one other is missing after an avalanche in the Alps near the Swiss-Austrian border. Sky News - Published on February 4, 2022
Winter Olympics: Austrian ski jump favourite Marita Kramer ruled out by Covid-19 Austria's ski jumping gold medal favourite Marita Kramer will miss the Winter Olympics after testing positive for Covid and American bobsledder Elana Meyers Taylor is also a doubt. BBC Sport - Published on February 2, 2022	More than 100 British tourists refused entry to Austria after COVID rules website mix-up More than 100 British tourists have been denied entry to Austria after COVID rules were not updated before they left for their holiday, it has been reported. Sky News - Published on December 28, 2021
Australian Open: Dominic Thiem pulls out with wrist injury Austrian world number 15 Dominic Thiem pulls out of January's Australian Open with a long-standing wrist injury. BBC Sport - Published on December 28, 2021	Selfridges bought by Thai retailer and Austrian property company in £4bn deal Selfridges has been bought by a Thai retailer and Austrian property company in a £4bn deal, according to reports. Sky News - Published on December 24, 2021
Fines, bans and separate lockdowns: How rules for the unvaccinated vary around the world The World Health Organization's Europe chief has warned countries against making COVID jabs a legal requirement after Austria revealed it was keeping the unvaccinated in lockdown. Sky News - Published on December 7, 2021	Promising teenage motocross star killed in avalanche A promising young motocross star is among three people who have been killed in an avalanche in central Austria, authorities have said. Sky News - Published on December 5, 2021
Women's World Cup qualifying highlights: Ellen White goal gives England 1-0 win over Austria Ellen White scores on her 100th appearance to maintain England's winning run in Women's World Cup qualifying with a narrow victory over Austria at the Stadium of Light. BBC Sport - Published on November 28, 2021	Popular YouTuber Dhruv Rathee marries girlfriend Juli, pics go viral Dhruv Rathee shared pics from the wedding ceremony which took place at the Belvedere Palace in Vienna, Austria. DNA - Published on November 28, 2021
Mary Earps: England boss praises goalkeeper's role in Austria win England manager Sarina Wiegman says goalkeeper Mary Earps "made a difference" in their 1-0 win over Austria. BBC Sport - Published on November 27, 2021	England 1-0 Austria: Ellen White scores winner on 100th appearance Ellen White scores the winner for England over Austria in Women's World Cup qualifying on her 100th appearance. BBC Sport - Published on November 27, 2021
World Cup 2022 play-off draw: Wales host Austria & Scotland face Ukraine Wales have been drawn against Austria while Scotland host Ukraine in the play-off semi-finals for the 2022 Qatar World Cup. BBC Sport - Published on November 26, 2021	England v Austria: Ellen White set for 'impressive' 100th cap in Women's World Cup qualifier Ellen White has been on an "amazing journey", says England boss Sarina Wiegman, as the striker looks set to win her 100th cap against Austria on Saturday. BBC Sport - Published on November 26, 2021
Millie Bright: Chelsea defender to captain England for World Cup qualifiers Chelsea defender Millie Bright is named Lionesses captain for the World Cup qualifiers against Austria and Latvia. BBC Sport - Published on November 23, 2021	Austria begins another national lockdown as COVD-19 tightens its grip Austria is beginning another COVID-19 lockdown, as the government seeks to limit the spread of the virus. Sky News - Published on November 22, 2021
Austria to enter full national lockdown as fourth COVID wave sweeps Europe Austria has announced a full national lockdown from Monday, as countries across Europe impose major COVID-19 restrictions in an effort to counter a fourth wave sweeping the continent. Sky News - Published on November 19, 2021

Austria

Country in Central Europe

Austria ▸ Facts ▸ Comments ▸ News ▸ Videos

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Lionesses qualify for World Cup in 2023 after beating Austria

Small stadium for Lionesses World Cup qualifier against Austria 'a little bit disappointing'

Sarina Wiegman: England coach says winning Euros was like a fairy tale

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Euro 2022: Katharina Schiechtl puts Austria ahead against Northern Ireland

Euro 2022: Kenny Shiels and Marissa Callaghan on Northern Ireland's Euro 2022 game with Austria

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Euro 2022: England boss Sarina Wiegman says 'so important to start with win'

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Surbiton Trophy: Andy Murray begins Wimbledon build-up with impressive win

Surbiton Trophy: Andy Murray begins Wimbledon warm-up by beating Jurij Rodionov in straight sets

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Gareth Bale: Maligned Real Madrid star proves Wales' saviour again

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Robert Page: Wales have earned right to play in big games like World Cup play-offs

Gareth Bale: Real Madrid boss says Wales captain is 'unwell'

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World Cup 2022: Wales' play-off with Austria to go ahead in March

Christian Fuchs: Playoffs with Charlotte would be 'bigger fairy tale' than Leicester

Winter Olympics: Austria win skiing gold in the mixed team parallel final

Winter Olympics: Austria's Tristan Takats makes ski cross quarterfinals after photo finish

Winter Olympics: Anna Gasser beats Zoi Sadowski-Synnott to win snowboard big air gold

Winter Olympics: Austria's Alessandro Haemmerle wins gold after photo finish in men's snowboard cross

Winter Olympics: Ester Ledecka and Benjamin Karl win snowboard slalom golds

Winter Olympics: Austrian luger David Gleirscher stays on sled despite tipping up at 145kmh

Four dead and one missing after avalanche in Austrian Alps

Winter Olympics: Austrian ski jump favourite Marita Kramer ruled out by Covid-19

More than 100 British tourists refused entry to Austria after COVID rules website mix-up

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