Vienna Faces Its Gloomiest Winter in Three Decades

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Vienna is currently enduring its darkest winter in 30 years, a season marked by persistent fog and a striking lack of sunlight. The city, usually brightened by crisp winter days, has been shrouded in gray skies that weigh heavily on the mood of its residents. A City Under a Blanket of Fog The Austrian capital has seen unusually low sunshine hours this season. December brought only 38 hours of sunlight compared to the long-term average of 52. January was closer to normal with 55 hours, but February has so far…

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Why You Should Always Pay with Cash As living costs continue to rise, many people are looking for ways to keep tighter control over their finances. One surprisingly effective method is switching from digital payments to cash. Cash Helps You Save Digital payment options such as PayPal, Apple Pay, or Google Pay offer convenience, but they often make it harder to track spending. With cash, the situation is different: every note and coin you hand over gives you a clear sense of how much money you have left. Experts say…

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Massive Study Reveals True Effectiveness of COVID-19 Vaccines

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The debate over COVID-19 vaccines continues years after the pandemic began. A new long-term study now provides crucial scientific insights into how effective mRNA vaccines truly were and what impact they had. Researchers led by Laura Semenzato from France’s drug safety authority analyzed data from more than 28 million people. The study compared 22.7 million vaccinated individuals with 5.9 million unvaccinated people aged 18 to 59 over nearly four years (November 2021 to September 2025). By statistically balancing the two groups, the researchers ensured reliable conclusions about benefits and risks.…

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How to Protect Yourself from Spam Calls in a Connected World

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Your phone rings. You don’t recognize the number. Maybe it’s a delivery driver — or maybe it’s another spam call trying to sell you something you don’t need, or worse, trick you into sharing personal information. Spam calls have become a daily annoyance for millions of people worldwide. From aggressive telemarketers to sophisticated scam operations, unwanted calls are growing both in volume and in cleverness. But the good news is: there are effective ways to protect yourself. Here’s how you can stay one step ahead. Why Spam Calls Are Increasing…

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Vienna-Manila — Updated Austria Visa Requirements for Filipino Travelers (2026)

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Filipino citizens planning to visit Austria must obtain a visa before travel, as Austria is part of the Schengen Area — a group of European countries that share common entry rules. Austria does not allow visa-free entry for Philippine passport holders for tourism or business purposes; a visa application is a requirement before departure. Here’s what prospective travelers need to know: Where to Apply Filipino applicants must submit their visa applications through VFS Global Austria Visa Application Centres in the Philippines — with locations typically in Manila and Cebu —…

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Over Three Million Years Old: New Human Ancestor Discovered

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A groundbreaking discovery in Ethiopia is reshaping our understanding of human evolution. Researchers have unearthed fossils that reveal a previously unknown ancestor of humankind, dating back more than three million years. The find sheds light on a mysterious chapter in our lineage and introduces a primitive relative of the famous Australopithecus afarensis specimen known as “Lucy.” The fossils were uncovered in the Afar region of Ethiopia, an area already renowned for its rich record of early hominins. According to the team of paleoanthropologists, the newly identified species lived during the…

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Sick Notes in Austria: Is It Allowed to Lie to Your Doctor?

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In Austria, the temptation to call in sick without being truly ill is widespread. Whether it’s exhaustion, stress, or simply the desire for a day off, many employees consider asking their doctor for a sick note even when their health is not genuinely impaired. But while the practice may seem harmless, lying to obtain a medical certificate carries significant risks—both medically and legally. Why Patients Sometimes Mislead Their Doctors Common excuses such as stomach flu or back pain are often used because they are difficult to verify from a distance.…

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February’s Weather Whiplash in Austria: Between Foehn Winds, Rain and Storms

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The year 2026 got off to a chilly start, with January coming in about one degree colder than the long-term average from 1991 to 2020. Looking further back, however, paints a different picture. Compared to the reference period from 1961 to 1990, January 2026 would actually be considered normal — even around 0.5 degrees warmer than average, according to meteorologists at the weather service Ubimet.“This is yet another sign of how climate change has already shifted our perception and reference points,” the experts noted. Foehn Winds Push Temperatures Up February…

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FREE Online Information Session on ALSE OF-LIFE Program for Overseas Filipinos and Families

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Vienna, Austria — The Ateneo School of Government, in partnership with the Migrant Workers Office – Vienna, invites overseas Filipinos and their families to attend a FREE Online Information Session for the ALSE OF-LIFE Program (Ateneo Leadership, Social Entrepreneurship, and Financial Literacy for Overseas Filipinos). The ALSE OF-LIFE Program is a 6-month executive education certificate course designed to equip participants with essential skills in leadership development, financial literacy, and social entrepreneurship—empowering them to become changemakers in their communities and beyond. The information session will provide an overview of the program,…

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