Celebrating Tradition: The Filipino Community in Vienna Gears Up for the Sinulog-Santo Niño Festival on January 19, 2025

The vibrant Filipino culture, rich in traditions and fervent religious practices, lends itself to communal celebrations that unite people. One of the most anticipated events on the calendar for the Filipino community in Vienna is the Sinulog-Santo Niño Festival, set to take place on 19 January 2025. Hosted by the Filipino chaplaincy in Vienna in collaboration with the Kapunungan sa mga Bisaya sa Austria, this event promises to deliver an enriching experience celebrating faith, culture, and community camaraderie. The Significance of the Sinulog Festival The Sinulog Festival, which is celebrated…

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Where do birthmarks come from, and why are they called so?

Many people have birthmarks. We are usually only really interested in them when they cause problems. But there are many more exciting things to discover about these small spots on the skin, such as how they got their name in the first place. We should all keep a close eye on moles; that should be common knowledge. What is perhaps less well known is the origin of their name. Each one is differentA mole is formed from melanocytes, the cells that produce the pigment responsible for tanning the skin, which…

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New research shows how slowly we actually think

The human brain is often considered the most complex organ in the body, yet much of its functioning remains unexplored. Despite decades of scientific research, much remains to learn about how the brain processes information and controls human behavior. New research has provided surprising insights into the brain’s ability to process thoughts and how it compares to its sensory systems. Conscious thoughts work at a slower pace.A study by the California Institute of Technology found that while the brain receives sensory information at a rate of over one billion bits…

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