On 30 November 2024, the Austria Center Vienna became a vibrant hub of cultural exchange, philanthropy, and festivity as it hosted the 55th United Nations Women’s Guild (UNWG) International Festival and Charity Bazaar. With over 40 participating countries, the event showcased the diversity of global traditions through food, performances, and artisanal goods while raising funds to support women and children in need worldwide. A Warm Welcome to Diversity Bazaar Chairwoman Kavita Verma and UNWG President Cathy Kieffer inaugurated the festival with a message of gratitude to the international community. The…
Read MoreMonth: December 2024
On Saturday night, snowfall in Austria, including Vienna
Wednesday will often be cloudy. Occasionally, it will clear up, especially in the west, where the sun will shine. On the northern edge of the Alps, however, there will be occasional rain and snow showers. The snow line will be between 500 and 700 m above sea level. The wind will blow weakly to moderately from west to north. Early morning temperatures will be between minus 6 and plus 3 degrees, and afternoon temperatures will be between 2 and 6 degrees. On Thursday, a high fog-like cloud cover will cover…
Read MoreVienna is no longer the most liveable city in the world
After many years at the top, Zurich has taken the lead in this year’s Mercer ranking. Vienna’s fall can be attributed to the decline in the availability of rental properties suitable for international expatriates, as stated in a press release on Tuesday. In the “Quality of Living Ranking 2024” by the global consulting firm, cities worldwide were again assessed according to how much they meet the everyday needs of expats and their families. Factors considered included the political and social environment, medical and health aspects, schools and education, public services,…
Read MoreDoes coffee really help against drowsiness at the wheel?
If you’re feeling tired, you probably reach for a cup of coffee here and there. But does this drink help against drowsiness? The Christmas season is around the corner, and surely, many people set off on vacation by car. But they all know that moment behind the wheel when you almost nod off. Then it’s best to pull over and rest. But quite a few people prefer a different remedy: To wake themselves up again, they drink coffee (which you should never drink on an empty stomach). Whether this helps…
Read MoreAsteroid narrowly missed Earth
Yesterday, asteroid 2024 XA narrowly missed Earth. It was also spotted over Austria, and images were taken over the Gesäuse in Styria. Yesterday’s asteroid flyby was the second closest since 1900. Only the 2020 VT4 came closer than the 2024 XA, at 368 kilometers.For near-Earth asteroids, the distance given in lunar distances (LD)—1 LD is about 385,001 kilometers. 2024 XA flew past Earth on Sunday at a distance of 0.02 LD. The asteroid, sighted yesterday over the Gesäuse, has an approximate diameter of 1.3 to 2.8 meters. Boulders of this…
Read MoreFilipinos in Vienna to Host Joint Charity Christmas Event on December 29, 2024
Vienna, Austria – The Filipino community in Vienna is coming together to celebrate the spirit of Christmas with a joint charity event on December 29, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM at the Salvatorianer Parish Hall, Salvatorianer Platz 1, 1100 Vienna. Organized by Pinoy Relax and Sonia’s Catering alongside Filipino business entrepreneurs in Austria, the event promises an unforgettable day of fun, entertainment, and delicious Filipino cuisine. Attendees will enjoy a wide array of activities, including: Games and variety shows Tombola Dancing and karaoke Christmas caroling One of the…
Read MoreCold, flu or Corona? How to recognize it
Cough, fever or aching limbs—it is often unclear whether it is a harmless cold, the flu or corona. There are various causes behind the symptoms. But how can they be clearly distinguished, and what measures should be taken? The cold season not only brings snow and cozy evenings but often also colds, coughs and exhaustion. Colds are common this time of year, but the cause is not always harmless. The flu and coronavirus are also active winter companions. Although the symptoms are often similar, they are caused by different pathogens.…
Read MorePhishing: What is it? Recognizing and fending off attacks
Phishing is one of the biggest threats on the internet. Fake emails, websites, WhatsApp messages, or phone calls are designed to defraud and steal from you. What phishing methods are there?The term phishing is derived from “password harvesting fishing.” This primarily refers to “fishing for passwords.” Criminals use a suitable lure to get you to hand over your login details for online banking and other portals. Email phishing: In this case, well-known websites are often made to look deceptively real, and victims are tricked into entering their login details on…
Read MoreBlack ice and sub-zero temperatures: cold front coming
Black ice and heavy precipitation await us throughout Austria in the coming week. The sun will only come through occasionally. Maximum temperatures will range from minus two to eleven degrees.Fog patches will predominate over the north, east and south lowlands on Monday. Otherwise, the sun will mostly shine. By the afternoon, the clouds will spread to Upper Austria, western Upper Styria and Upper Carinthia. Daytime highs will be between two and eleven degrees. A sometimes heavy cold front will then move across the whole country from Tuesday. More rain showers…
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