Month: June 2024

Floral Offering Ceremony at the Grounds of Viennese City Hall In Vienna, Austria

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On the occasion of the 126th Philippine Independence Day Celebration, the Philippine-Austrian Cultural Society (PACES) organized a significant event at the Vienna City Capitol Garden: the Floral Offering Ceremony of the Catalpa Tree. This ceremony symbolizes the deep and enduring bond between the Philippines and Austria, highlighting the strong relationships between the two countries. The Catalpa Tree, first planted in 1998 during the Philippine Centennial Anniversary of Independence, holds special significance in the Viennese City Hall Garden. Its trumpet-shaped flowers serve as a representation of the promising future of Philippine-Austrian…

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Which fruit contains the most sugar?

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When discussing a healthy and balanced diet, we cannot ignore fruits, as they are known for their numerous benefits and contributions to the desired nutrition of the human body, such as vitamins, essential minerals, fiber, water and antioxidants. The promotion of fruit consumption for a healthy diet has been recognized worldwide, even by the World Health Organization (WHO), which has promoted its well-known campaigns for the consumption of 5 portions of fruit per day. Despite the described benefits of eating fruit, we must not forget one element they contain: natural…

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Dangerous mosquitoes are spreading rapidly

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A total of 130 locally acquired dengue diseases were registered in the EU, Liechtenstein, Norway and Iceland in 2023, the European Center for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC),, based in Solna, Sweden, announced on Tuesday. In 2022, there had only been 71 cases. “Europe is already experiencing climate change, providing more favourable conditions for invasive mosquitoes to spread to previously unaffected areas and infect more people with diseases such as dengue,” said ECDC Director Andrea Ammon at a press conference. Due to climate changeThere is a “link between higher temperatures…

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Vienna is one of the happiest cities in the world

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Whether the Finns are the happiest people in the world has already been debated. The annual World Happiness Report claims the former, while a Swedish study claims the opposite. Be that as it may, according to the findings of the London-based Institute of Quality of Life and its Happy City Index, Helsinki is not the city with the happiest inhabitants in the world, but Aarhus in Denmark. Although the Finnish capital doesn’t do too badly either, it is ranked 6th, Vienna is 14th, Innsbruck is 29th, and Graz is 48th.…

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Is it good to drink beer with ice cubes?

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In summer, when the sun is beating mercilessly on our necks, and we seek refuge in the shade, in the bath or in the garden, we like our drinks ice-cold. Whether it’s a spritzer, cola or coffee – drinks are ordered on the rocks. One drink is the exception: beer. Austria’s favorite alcoholic drink is never, really never, served with ice cubes. In theory, you would think that the beer would stay cold for longer, and you would have to down it less quickly (if you wanted to). “Generally speaking,…

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126th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence

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This year marks the 126th anniversary of the Philippines’ independence, a significant milestone that embodies the Filipino people’s courage, resilience, and unity. Throughout the nation, celebrations are taking place, including flag-hoisting ceremonies, parades, festivities, and artistic and historical reenactments that pay tribute to the triumphs and struggles of our people in their pursuit of patriotism. Philippine Independence Day serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by Filipinos in the name of democracy and underscores the enduring importance of civil rights. The fostering of strong community bonds and the celebration…

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The most common mistakes when cooking rice

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Rice is a simple dish, but a lot can go wrong when preparing it. There are a few rules to follow to make rice a success. Can anyone cook rice? As easy as it may be to prepare rice, there are a few mistakes that are often made when cooking rice. If you don’t have a rice stove at home and prefer to cook it the traditional way in a saucepan, there are a few things you should bear in mind. Mistake 1: Not measuring rice and water correctlyOne of…

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Warning about number 015218052664: What’s behind it?

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The cell phone number 015218052664 is a fake. Behind it is the virtual network provider Lycamobile, which is particularly popular with spammers and fraudsters. We’ll tell you what the callers want and how you can block the entire network. You see the number 015218052664 on the display, but the call is coming from a call center. This technique is called call ID spoofing. Dialing computers provide fake phone numbers while the actual number of the fraudsters is hidden. Therefore, reporting these calls to the Federal Network Agency is pointless. The…

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Floral Offering Ceremony at the Vienna City Hall Garden on June 12, 2024

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The Philippine Austrian Cultural Society (PACES), led by President Dr. Jane Abaya, will be organizing a floral offering ceremony at the Vienna City Hall Garden in Vienna, Austria, on June 12, 2024. This event aims to commemorate the strong and enduring relationship between the Philippines and Austria. In 1998, during the Philippine Centennial Anniversary of Independence, a Catalpa Tree was planted in the eastern section of the Vienna City Hall Garden. The tree’s trumpet-shaped flowers symbolize the promising future of Philippine-Austrian relations for the next century. We extend a warm…

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