The Latest Breaking News from Austria

KTM Selling MV Agusta Shares, Under Investigation by Financial Market Authority

The actions surrounding KTM's financial crises have been so shady, like when a C-suite executive told journalists there was no credence to YouTube videos claiming the brand was in financial trouble, knowing full well that it was. But there wasn't any talk of the manufacturer doing anything illegal. Until now.KTM…

RideApart · Dec 24, 2024

Europe’s microstates: the medieval monarchies that survive in our midst

Continental Europe is home to four microstates with populations of between 30,000 and 80,000 people: Andorra, on the border between France and Spain; Liechtenstein, nestled between Switzerland and Austria; Monaco, which sits on the French Riviera; and San Marino, which is surrounded by northern Italy.

The Conversation · Dec 23, 2024

I'm Not Sure I Believe KTM's Assurances About Its MotoGP Future

There's a classic scene in the movie The Naked Gun that reminds me of KTM's current predicament, and accurately sums up my feelings toward the Austrian manufacturer. 

RideApart · Dec 20, 2024

Elderly Man Busted Trying to Sneak Dead Woman Across Border in Passenger Seat

A 65-year-old Austrian man was arrested at a Croatian border crossing for trying to transport a dead woman in his car's passenger seat.

Latin Times · Dec 17, 2024

Guido Burgstaller: Rapid Vienna and Austria striker suffers fractured skull in attack

35-year-old is recovering from serious head injuries in hospital after club say he was attacked by an unknown assailant in Vienna

Evening Standard · Dec 16, 2024

Going solo: top European resorts for single skiers

From stunning scenery to great food and après-ski fun, here’s how to make the most of your time alone

The Guardian - UK · Dec 15, 2024

EU approves full Schengen membership for Bulgaria, Romania

In a significant milestone for European integration, Bulgaria and Romania will become full members of the Schengen free movement zone on 1 January – following a more than 13-year wait.

Radio France Internationale · Dec 13, 2024

Panama, Austria sign Artemis Accords, bringing tally to 50 nations

A total of 50 nations have now joined NASA's efforts to establish peaceful and cooperative international space exploration.

Space · Dec 12, 2024

EU approves full Schengen membership for Bulgaria, Romania

Approval comes after Austria lifted its veto, claiming its demands on tackling illegal immigration had been met.

Al Jazeera · Dec 12, 2024

UPDATE: MV Agusta Seeks To Reassure Everyone That It's Doing Well, Actually

[UPDATE, December 12, 2024: Seeking to answer what were undoubtedly a slew of questions about its future at once, MV Agusta Motors sought to clarify where it's been, where it currently stands, and where it's going in a press release. 

RideApart · Dec 11, 2024