Month: December 2024

2024 likely to be the warmest year since records began

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The current year is heading for a new temperature record: 2024 will almost certainly be the warmest year globally since records began. It is also likely to be the first year in which the average temperature is more than 1.5 degrees Celsius warmer than the pre-industrial average, as reported by the EU climate change service Copernicus. Copernicus relies on a data set based on billions of measurements from satellites, ships, airplanes and weather stations worldwide. The US climate agency NOAA recently also believed 2024 would likely be a record year.…

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Pope appoints 21 new cardinals including Pablo Virgilio David, Chairman of the Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines

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Pope Francis elevates 21 men, including his deputy in charge of the diocese of Rome and the archbishops of Turin, Belgrade, Lima, Tokyo, Abidjan, and Tehran, to the cardinalate in St. Peter’s Basilica on Saturday. Except for the retired Vatican diplomat Angelo Acerbi (99), all new cardinals are under 80 and would be potential papal electors. After the consistory, the College of Cardinals will have 253 members. Of these, 140 are under 80 and could participate in a conclave. The Indian Cardinal Oswald Gracias is already celebrating his 80th birthday…

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New killer disease has reached Europe

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A completely new type of disease has been spreading in the Democratic Republic of the Congo since October. The previously unknown epidemic “Disease X” with flu-like symptoms is said to have already killed 143 people. Now, a case from Italy has come to light: A man who returned from Africa with symptoms of “disease X” has been admitted to a hospital in Tuscany in recent days. According to Italian media reports, the Italian was treated at the hospital in Lucca from November 22 to December 3. The hospital informed the…

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When to buy a Christmas tree? This is the perfect date

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Buying a Christmas tree is an integral part of the pre-Christmas season for many families. But when is the right time to get the tree? According to the “Natural Christmas Tree” association, more and more people are buying their tree before the third Advent. When is it too early to buy a Christmas tree? Buying a Christmas tree: the right timeOf course, the later the tree is cut, the longer it will stay fresh. A fresh tree can be recognized by the white cut; a grey cut indicates an older…

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Austria: Who will receive less net salary from 2025

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Rental and cell phone contracts are affected not only by inflation here but also by social security contributions. They currently make up around 18 percent of your salary but are capped. The maximum contribution for social insurance is presently 6,060 euros per month. In the coming year, this amount will rise by 6.3 percent to EUR 6,450 due to indexation, resulting in an annualized amount of EUR 90,300 instead of EUR 84,840. This affects not only the social security contributions but also the marginal earnings and additional earnings limits. Despite…

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Rambak Austria Hosts Parol-Making Workshop and Festive Gathering in Vienna

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Vienna, Austria—Rambak Austria, a cultural group dedicated to preserving and promoting Filipino Indigenous traditions and culture in Austria, is set to host a Parol-Making Workshop on December 14, 2024, from 14:00 to 19:00. The event will take place at Gretl, Einsiedlerplatz 7, 1050 Vienna. The workshop will allow participants to learn the art of crafting parols, traditional Filipino star-shaped lanterns that symbolize hope and the festive spirit of Christmas. Suitable for all ages, this hands-on activity promises to be an enjoyable way to celebrate Filipino culture during the holiday season.…

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The Feast of the Immaculate Conception Celebrated on December 8

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Today, December 8, Catholics around the world celebrate the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, a solemn holy day honoring the Virgin Mary’s conception without original sin. This important feast is a central belief in the Catholic Church and highlights Mary’s unique role in salvation history as the mother of Jesus Christ. The doctrine of the Immaculate Conception, defined by Pope Pius IX in 1854, asserts that Mary was preserved from the stain of original sin from the moment of her conception. This privilege was granted through the merits of Jesus…

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Filipino Community in Vienna Celebrates “Pasko ng Pagkakaisa”

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As the Christmas season approaches, celebrations unfold across the globe, rich with culture and tradition. One such vibrant celebration occurred in Vienna, where the Filipino community gathered for “Pasko ng Pagkakaisa” in the 10th District of Vienna, Citadines South Vienna. This event not only highlighted the festive mood of the season but also underscored the sense of belonging and solidarity among Filipinos living abroad. The warmth of the Filipino spirit was palpable from the moment attendees arrived. The gathering commenced with a heartfelt opening prayer by Ning Lobrigo of the…

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This is the average rent in Austria

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A new survey shows the average amount Austrians pay for their homes. Once again, this amount has increased significantly.“Apartment rents have continued to rise in the third quarter,” says Statistics Austria Director General Tobias Thomas. The authority has surveyed current residential rents, including operating costs, and again recorded an increase. The average for one of the 1.8 million central rental apartments is 658.5 euros, corresponding to a price per square meter of 9.90 euros. This figure increased by 4.2 percent compared to the previous year and 1.0 percent compared to…

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