“Ragebait” Named Youth Word of the Year 2026

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Internet slang term narrowly beats “Peak” and “Crashout” in Langenscheidt’s annual youth language poll “Ragebait” has been named Youth Word of the Year 2026, narrowly defeating the terms “Peak” and “Crashout” in an online vote organised by German publishing house Langenscheidt. The result was announced on Saturday at the Frankfurt Book Fair, with “Ragebait” securing 36.5 per cent of the votes. The competition was remarkably close, with “Peak” finishing second with 33.8 per cent and “Crashout” taking third place with 29.7 per cent. What Does “Ragebait” Mean? The English term…

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Warning: Beware of Fake FinanzOnline Messages Appearing on Your Phone

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Fraudsters are sending fake SMS messages, emails and WhatsApp notifications across Austria in an attempt to steal personal information and banking details. People across Austria are being warned about a renewed wave of fraudulent messages impersonating FinanzOnline, the country’s online tax service. The scammers claim that users’ access to FinanzOnline, their ID Austria account or their registration is about to expire, urging them to click on a link to avoid a possible suspension. Although the scam is not new, it continues to pose a serious risk to unsuspecting recipients. Fake…

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Austria Braces for a Cold Snap as Temperatures Drop Below Freezing

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After an unusually warm start to October, a cold front is bringing a sharp change in weather, with frost, heavy rain and fresh snowfall expected in parts of the country. Austria is preparing for a significant drop in temperatures as the summer-like weather finally comes to an end. Following several unusually mild days at the beginning of October, a cold front reached the country on Thursday, ushering in a colder and more wintry period. The change will be felt most strongly in western Austria, where temperatures are expected to fall…

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FVAA Wasserturm Exhibit: Filipino Visual Artists in Austria to Showcase Creativity in Vienna

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VIENNA, Austria — October 9, 2026 — The Filipino Visual Artists in Austria (FVAA) will once again bring Filipino creativity and artistic expression to the spotlight with the upcoming FVAA Wasserturm Exhibit, scheduled from October 28 to 31, 2026, at the historic Wasserturm in Favoriten, Vienna. Featuring an open theme, the exhibition will offer artists an opportunity to present their individual artistic visions, styles, and interpretations through visual art. The event will welcome art enthusiasts, members of the Filipino community, and the wider Austrian public to discover the diverse talents…

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Why You Should Never Hang a Dishcloth Over the Kitchen Tap

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A common kitchen habit could be spreading germs around your home, experts warn. For many people, the routine is familiar: wipe down the kitchen counter, rinse the dishcloth, and drape it over the tap to dry. It seems practical and harmless. However, hygiene experts say this everyday habit could turn both the cloth and the faucet into breeding grounds for bacteria. A Moist Environment for Germs Damp cleaning cloths already provide ideal conditions for microorganisms to grow. When a wet cloth is left hanging over the kitchen tap, moisture can…

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EU Introduces New €2 Fee on Imports as Crackdown on Cheap Online Goods Intensifies

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BRUSSELS — Millions of products ordered online and imported into the European Union will soon be subject to a new €2 processing fee under plans aimed at tackling the growing flood of low-cost goods entering the bloc from countries such as China and the United States. According to a European Commission document, the new charge will take effect on 1 November and will apply to goods imported from non-EU countries. Responsibility for paying the fee will fall on online marketplaces rather than consumers, with national authorities tasked with collecting the…

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“Ties That Bind”: Filipino Art Celebrates 80 Years of Philippine–Austrian Relations at the United Nations in Vienna

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VIENNA, Austria — October 8, 2026 — Art, culture and friendship took centre stage at the Vienna International Centre on October 7 as the VIC Club Filipino presented “Ties That Bind: 80 Years of Philippine–Austrian Diplomatic Relations – Art Exhibit 2026.” Held at the VIC Restaurant Exhibition Area of the United Nations in Vienna, the exhibition brought together Filipino and Austrian-connected artists working in different creative disciplines. The event formed part of the year-long celebration of the 80th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Philippines and Austria. The Vienna International…

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How Much Fruit and Vegetables Do You Really Need Each Day?

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Health experts have long promoted the familiar “five-a-day” rule, encouraging people to eat five portions of fruit and vegetables daily. While the guideline is easy to remember, nutrition experts say the balance between fruit and vegetables is just as important as the total amount consumed. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends eating more than 400 grams of fruit and vegetables each day to help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and certain cancers. Meanwhile, the German Nutrition Society (DGE) also supports a five-portion target but places greater emphasis on vegetables…

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Austria Introduces Tax Breaks to Encourage Work Beyond Retirement Age

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VIENNA — Austria is set to make continued employment beyond the statutory retirement age more financially attractive through a new tax-advantaged “Aktivpension” scheme approved by the National Council on September 23. The reform aims to encourage older workers to remain in the labor market by introducing tax exemptions and reducing pension insurance contributions for eligible employees and self-employed individuals. According to tax adviser and social insurance expert Wolfgang Höfle of TPA, the centerpiece of the initiative is a new “activity allowance” that will exempt up to €15,000 of annual earnings…

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