ÖBB is raising ticket prices with the December timetable change. The reason for this is the high energy prices. Thus, one has to put an average of 3.9 percent more on the table for 2nd class tickets. With the timetable change in December, ÖBB is increasing ticket prices due to high energy prices. Thus, tickets in 2nd class cost an average of 3.9 percent more. ÖBB with a price increaseAnyone who buys a 2nd class ticket from Vienna to Salzburg on the day of departure will pay 28.30 euros, 40…
Read MoreMonth: October 2022
Corona: 8,667 new infections and 2,536 hospital patients
The current Corona wave has probably passed its peak, and the number of cases is declining again. For Saturday, 8,667 new infections were reported, compared to 11,230 a week ago. Seven-day incidence continued to decrease, returning to triple digits at 978.7 cases per 100,000 population. The AGES published updated hospital figures on Sunday, according to which six fewer infected persons had to be hospitalized than on Saturday. But 2,536 people who tested positive are still in local hospitals – up by 338 from a week ago. One hundred twenty people…
Read MoreThis is what you should do in the garden now
In late fall, many amateur gardeners put their kingdom into hibernation. These five tips from experts can help. The best days in the garden are over, you might think. But for amateur gardeners who like to tackle, dig and work with pruning shears, now is a good time: the garden needs their care and protection. To do: Dig up bulbs and tubers. Summer and frost-sensitive bulbous and tuberous flowers, such as the dahlia, belong in winter storage from about three degrees. Dig up the bulbs and tubers, roughly free them…
Read MoreAt least two hours before bedtime, you should stop drinking most liquids.
Drinking enough is essential – as long as your sleep and urination aren’t negatively affected. One expert recommends specific amounts. Are you feeling dehydrated and trying to catch up on water drinking at night? Do you sleep well afterward? Here you can find out by what time you should drink – and what – to guarantee a good night’s sleep. Can you catch up on drinking?With a liter of water or sleeping tea right before bedtime, you’ve made up for the hydration you neglected during the day at the office,…
Read MoreNew corona infections on the decline, fewer hospital cases
The Corona wave in Austria is likely to be further on the retreat: For Thursday, the AGES reported 12,459 new infections; a week ago, it had been 15,099 on the same day. As of Friday morning, 2,538 people were hospitalized, twelve fewer than the previous day. However, there were 17 deaths. The seven-day incidence was 1,029 cases per 100,000 population. As of Thursday, there were thus 141,744 active cases in Austria, 4,202 more than the day before. Within the past 24 hours, 8,278 were considered recovered on Thursday. As of…
Read MorePartial solar eclipse on October 25, 2022
In October, we are in for another extraordinary celestial spectacle, which will also be visible in Austria: The moon will move in front of the sun. Stargazers and astronomy buffs aren’t the only ones who should mark October 25, 2022, boldly on their calendars: A partial solar eclipse will be observable from all over Austria during the midday hours – weather permitting. And a look into the blue is worthwhile on this day; it is the last solar eclipse in Austria until March 29, 2025. Just in time for the…
Read More5.3 billion cell phones will become waste this year
Of the approximately 16 billion cell phones worldwide, it is estimated that about 5.3 billion will become waste this year. Experts point this out on the occasion of e-waste day on October 14. Only a small part of it is disposed of properly, the e-waste recycling association WEEE Forum in Brussels and the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) in Geneva announced Thursday. According to the report, if the discarded devices, which are about 9 millimeters thick, were all placed on top of each other, the tower would…
Read More1.3 million vaccination letters are now being sent out
1.3 million personalized reminders for a Corona booster vaccination have been sent out since this week to those for whom it is especially recommended, according to the Ministry of Health. According to the statement, those over 60 years of age whose primary immunization has already been completed and whose last vaccination was at least six months ago will receive such a mailing as part of the fall #GemeinsamGeimpft campaign. The readiness for the booster vaccination in this age group is high, reported the ministry on Friday; because of the 2.4…
Read MoreAustria welcomes the new batch of Filipino nurses
In times of an emerging shortage of skilled nursing staff throughout Austria, looking abroad offers a promising approach to recruiting dedicated professionals. After months of preparation, The PH Embassy in Vienna, led by Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. Irene Susan B. Natividad, in cooperation with PH Overseas Labor Office (POLO) in Milan, was able to welcome the newest batch of Filipino healthcare professionals to Austria. A breakfast reception took place on Wednesday, October 5, 2022, at the Philippine Embassy in Vienna as a welcome gesture for the newly arrived Filipino nurses. A…
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