Month: November 2024

EPA Welcomes Its Newest Member at the United Nations in Vienna

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Vienna, 4 November 2024 — The European Police Association (EPA) welcomed its newest member at a formal ceremony at the United Nations in Vienna, one of only four UN headquarters worldwide. Founded in 1995 in Brussels, the EPA is a nonprofit association that fosters cooperation among law enforcement officers and security service members across Europe, including police officers, customs officials, and civilians. Through open exchanges and professional development, the EPA promotes a unified European police culture to strengthen public safety. Mr Heinz Habe, EPA General Director, presented the official insignia…

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European Network of Filipino Diaspora (ENFID) Austria demonstrates full support for ENFiD Germany in Gladbeck

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9 November 2024, Gladbeck, Germany – Representatives of the European Network of Filipino Diaspora (ENFiD) countries came together in a splendid Charity Ball in Gladbeck, Germany, demonstrating the network’s solidarity and commitment to social responsibility across borders and their support for ENFiD-Germany. The event brought together attendees from different parts of Germany and sponsors from other countries to support fundraising efforts for various charitable projects under ENFiD Germany. The event was a testament to ENFiD’s mission to engage and empower the Filipino diaspora in Europe, encouraging them to contribute to…

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“Hidden poison”: American health authority urges caution when eating apples

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According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, apple seeds contain a “hidden toxin” that can have dangerous health consequences. One apple a day keeps the doctor away!—or not? According to Statista, apples are extremely popular in almost all parts of the world. Although these fruits may seem harmless, they pose a health risk because their seeds apparently contain a toxic substance to humans. CDC warns of “hidden poison” in apple seeds Apples are generally good for your health, but the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, an agency…

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Kika/Leiner files for insolvency: vouchers should be redeemed now

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The Association for Consumer Information (VKI) advises customers who still have vouchers from the insolvent furniture store Kika/Leiner to act quickly. Kika/Leiner: 500 jobs have been cut“We would advise consumers to try to redeem vouchers now,” says VKI lawyer Maximilian Eder. Because as soon as insolvency proceedings are opened, Kika/Leiner will no longer accept vouchers. The insolvency application is expected tomorrow.VKI lawyer: Redeem Kika/Leiner vouchers for products that can be taken away immediatelyWhether the company will still accept the vouchers before the proceedings are opened is not certain—”but it would…

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Austria maintains border controls with Hungary and Slovenia

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On Tuesday, Austria extended border controls with the Schengen countries Hungary and Slovenia for six more months, up to and including 11 May next year. “Border controls are and will remain a decisive factor in the fight against illegal migration,” said ÖVP Interior Minister Gerhard Karner. As a result of the measures, “apprehensions have decreased massively,” and Karner said the “smuggling mafia” is now avoiding Austria. Austria also extended border controls with the Czech Republic and Slovakia until 2025 The Ministry of the Interior also announced that in addition to…

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The Digital Vignette 2025 is now available: What drivers need to know now

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The new annual vignette is valid from 1 December 2024. ASFINAG Managing Director Claudia Eder explains: “It is and remains important to obtain a valid vignette in good time, regardless of whether you click or pick.” If you want to ensure that the digital vignette is valid from 1 December 2024, you must purchase it online by 13 November at the latest. This is due to the statutory withdrawal period of 18 days for online purchases, which means that the vignette will only be valid after this period has expired.…

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Austria: Rhinovirus overtakes Corona—this is how dangerous an infection is

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In Austria, it is no longer the coronavirus that is causing most infections but the rhinovirus, according to figures from MedUni Vienna and the Austrian Health Insurance Fund. The former has caused the positive rate to rise to 23 percent, while SARS-CoV-2 was “only” detected in 13 percent of tests in the last week of October. This means the rhinovirus has caused almost twice as many infections as the coronavirus.The rising number of colds is also reflected in the number of sick days. After a significant drop in coronavirus infections…

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Changes to Wiener Linien annual tickets

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Wiener Linien is adjusting the rules for cancelling the annual pass from next year.From January 1, 2025, the cancellation policy for Wiener Linien’s annual pass will closely align with the existing cancellation policy for the Austrian Climate Ticket (KTÖ).Cancellation of the Wiener Linien annual travelcard: what’s changingAnnual travel cards whose validity period starts from 01.01.2025 can only be terminated regularly (i.e., “properly”) after seven months without giving reasons. An additional monthly fee (“fare replacement service” by fare regulations) will be charged in the event of termination. This monthly fee is…

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Austria: People on low incomes save massively

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A study by the Institute for Sales, Trade, and Marketing at Johannes Kepler University found that low-income people still need to save a lot. They must cut back on everyday purchases and new purchases. According to the study, more than half of people in households with a net income of less than EUR 2,000 saved on electrical appliances or furniture this year. Over one in three people could not afford a summer vacation this year. Those affected also have to hold back in the supermarket. Six out of ten of…

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