Austria: Weather remains unsettled over the weekend

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The changeable weather continues. According to Geosphere Austria, it will remain unsettled nationwide both at the weekend and at the beginning of next week. Rain and thunderstorms are possible, but there will also be sunny spells. Temperatures will reach a maximum of 26 to 30 degrees. Today, Friday, humid air masses will bring thicker clouds and showers to the west and south in the morning. Elsewhere, it will remain dry and sunny. Showers will increase during the day, with isolated thunderstorms. Apart from that, the wind will be mostly light.…

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New tipping rules: What will apply in restaurants in future

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For weeks, the coalition struggled to agree on new tipping rules—now an agreement has been reached. Tips will remain tax-free, but a uniform nationwide flat rate will be applied for social security contributions, replacing the previous regional patchwork. There was no agreement on the flat rate for a long time, but a solution has now been found, as reported by “Heute.” The flat rate is significantly lower than the initially proposed rate. Representatives of the restaurant industry had previously demanded a complete exemption from social security contributions for tips. The…

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Global Passport Power Rankings Reveal Major Shifts in 2025

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The latest Henley Passport Index, which ranks global passports based on visa-free or visa-on-arrival access, has confirmed that Singapore holds the most powerful passport in the world, with its holders enjoying entry to 193 destinations without a visa. Top of the World: Singapore Leads, Asia Dominates Singapore holds the crown, offering visa-free access to 193 countries. Japan and South Korea share the second position, with access to 190 destinations. A cluster of European nations—including Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Finland, Ireland, and Denmark—claim the third tier, each granting entry to 189…

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Philippines and Croatia Launch Pilot Project for Filipino Hotel Workers

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Picture: Philippine Ambassador to Croatia Evangelina A. Bernas (second from left) and Director General Ante Ločar of the Croatian Employment Service (third from left) take a group photo with DMW Undersecretary Felicitas Bay (on screen) and Philippine and Croatian officials after the hybrid signing of the Implementing Guidelines for the Pilot Project on the Recruitment and Employment of Filipino Hotel Workers. ZAGREB, CROATIA – July 17, 2025 – The Philippines and Croatia have taken a significant step in strengthening their labor cooperation by signing the Implementing Guidelines for a pilot…

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Microwave – these germs survive reheating

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Researchers took swabs from the interior surfaces and turntables of 30 microwaves. The analysis revealed the full extent of the bacteria. Extremophiles are organisms that not only survive but also thrive in the harshest environments, such as those found in red-hot hydrothermal vents, the extreme cold of Antarctica, and even in the presence of microwaves. For a long time, it was believed that microwaving food killed the germs in the appliance and the food. A team of researchers from the University of Valencia in Spain has put this assumption to…

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Transmitted by mosquitoes: WHO warns of a global epidemic caused by Chikungunya

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The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned of a global epidemic of the mosquito-borne viral disease chikungunya. The disease has already been detected in 119 countries, “putting 5.6 billion people at risk,” said WHO spokeswoman Diana Rojas Alvarez. “We are sounding the alarm early so that countries can prepare in time.” Chikungunya is a mosquito-borne viral infection that is prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions. The disease causes high fever and severe joint pain, which can last for weeks or months in many affected individuals. Severe cases are rare, but…

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A Star-Studded Evening for a Cause: Meet Angeline Quinto in Vienna

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Vienna, Austria – The Sunshine Hair Salon and Global Save Life Foundation proudly present an exclusive Meet and Greet with Philippine singing sensation Angeline Quinto on September 6, 2025, at Lugner Kino, Gablenzgasse 3, Vienna’s 15th District. This unforgettable evening will feature live performances, heartfelt moments, and special appearances by Bela Damo and the rising young stars Climaco Angels—Angelique, Angelo, and Angelyn. More than just a night of entertainment, this event serves a powerful purpose. All proceeds will support the Global Save Life Foundation’s upcoming medical aid mission, bringing vital…

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Weather in Austria will be unstable this week

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This week, a cold front in Austria will bring changeable weather and moderate temperatures that are not too high. There will be frequent heavy rain showers. Up to 31 degrees on Wednesday The morning will still be quite sunny in the middle of the week. Only a few harmless clouds will pass through at times. On Wednesday afternoon, however, the likelihood of showers and thunderstorms is expected to increase in the west and southwest, as well as in the mountainous regions further east. The wind will be light to moderate.…

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Trams in Vienna: A Global Leader in Urban Rail Transit

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Vienna, the capital of Austria, is internationally celebrated for its quality of life, classical music heritage, and historic architecture. Yet, one of its most remarkable—and perhaps underappreciated—achievements lies in its public transportation system, specifically its streetcar (or tram) network. Vienna boasts the sixth-largest streetcar network in the world, an extraordinary feat for a city with under two million residents. A Legacy of Urban Mobility The roots of Vienna’s streetcar system trace back to the late 19th century, when horse-drawn trams first began navigating the city’s elegant boulevards. Electric trams were…

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