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The 'pedo-hunter' investigation continues to broaden, with 150 people now facing charges. The scope grows as new details emerge from an exclusive report investigating whether a former member of the group managed to deceive those involved by posing as a defector.

A cancer diagnosis for SPÖ leader Markus Marterer has prompted a public debate over whether it is reasonable for him to aim for the vice-chancellorship in 2027. Elsewhere in the cabinet, Social Minister Korinna Schumann has proposed paid bereavement leave for parents after a stillbirth, testing the legal definition of the right to mourn.

The Ministry of Education is weighing a ban on smart glasses in schools after a court ruled that a student could continue wearing his Meta-branded frames. His teachers and peers had complained of being monitored; the court decided the law, for now, is on the side of the wearer.

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150 Charged in 'Pedo-Hunter' Investigation; Defector Scrutinized

New details have emerged in the ongoing 'Pedo-Hunter' case, confirming that 150 individuals are now facing charges. Further investigation is underway into whether a former member of the group, who presented himself as a defector, successfully deceived those involved in the case.

SPÖ Leader's Health Raises Questions for Vice-Chancellor Role

A debate has arisen concerning the health of SPÖ leader Markus Marterer and its implications for his potential role as Vice-Chancellor, slated for the beginning of 2027. Questions are being raised about the appropriateness of a top political position given a cancer diagnosis.

Kurier SPÖ Leader despite cancer: Who decides what sick people can do? ↗

Minister Proposes Paid Bereavement Leave for Stillbirths

Austrian Social Minister Korinna Schumann has put forward a proposal to introduce paid 'bereavement time' following a stillbirth. This initiative has sparked discussions regarding the legal right to mourn and the criteria for such protection.

profil Stillbirths: From When Do You Have the Legal Right to Mourn? ↗

Student Wins Right to Wear Smart Glasses in School

A student has successfully challenged a school's stance on smart glasses, winning a court case to wear his Meta smart glasses despite outrage from teachers and fellow students who felt monitored. The Ministry of Education is now considering a general ban on such devices in schools.

DER STANDARD Student Must Not Remove Smart Glasses from Meta - Despite Outrage at His School ↗

Special High Schools Planned for Gifted Students

Plans are underway to introduce a new educational program for highly gifted students in Austrian high schools. A new type of institution, the 'General Education High School for the Gifted,' is scheduled to be implemented starting in autumn 2027.

Arrest After Discovery of Women's Bodies in Vienna

An arrest has been made in connection with the discovery of women's bodies found in a stairwell in Vienna.

Die Presse Arrest After Discovery of Women's Bodies in Vienna Stairwell ↗

Meinl-Reisinger Calls for Rethinking Parcel Tax

Beate Meinl-Reisinger has criticized the current parcel tax, labeling it a 'mess' and advocating for its reconsideration.

Die Presse Meinl-Reisinger on Parcel Tax: This 'Mess' Needs Rethinking ↗

Ukrainian Journalist Discusses Vienna Espionage Arrest

A Ukrainian journalist has spoken out about his arrest in Vienna, addressing the potential espionage claims against him.

profil Espionage? What the Ukrainian Journalist Says About His Arrest in Vienna ↗