Linz, Austria—The Kräuterpaul Naturreformhaus at Südbahnhofmarkt is looking for friendly and committed support to join its team. The health-focused store is offering a part-time position for at least 10 hours per week, spread over two to three mornings. The role is specifically open to applicants from the Filipino community in Linz. Working hours are from 7:45 AM to 1:00 PM, with a slightly earlier finish on Saturdays at 12:30 PM. Job Responsibilities: Assisting customers with sales and service Restocking, labeling, and handling phone orders Potential for increased responsibilities and career…
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Time change: It’s summertime again
In Austria, too, the clocks went forward to 3 a.m. at 2 a.m. on the dot, and the night was 60 minutes shorter. Last weekend in OctoberThe change to standard time (CET) will take place on the last weekend in October. What will happen with the abolition of the time changeover in the EU is still unclear, but it has already been decided. The ball is still in the EU Council of Ministers’ court; the transport ministers are responsible. Majority in favor of abolitionIn March 2019, the European Parliament voted…
Read MoreFilipino Women in Austria Gain Financial Literacy at Empowerment Seminar
The Philippine Embassy in Vienna reported that more than 30 Filipino women in Austria enhanced their financial management skills at the Financial Empowerment Seminar for Women, which the Embassy hosted in cooperation with the Philippine Association in Niederösterreich and the City of St. Pölten. Held in St. Pölten, Lower Austria, on 22 March 2025, the event was part of the National Women’s Month celebration under the theme “Babae sa Lahat ng Sektor, Aangat ang Bukas sa Bagong Pilipinas.” The seminar featured an insightful lecture by Ms. Angelica Vuzem-dela Rosa, an…
Read MoreAmbeth Ocampo’s Lecture: “The Philippines, Maps, and the Emergence of the Nation” in Vienna
The intersection of history and geography often shapes our understanding of nations and their identities. This was the focal point of a recent lecture delivered by Ambeth Ocampo, a distinguished Philippine historian, as part of his European lecture series. Held on 27 March at the prestigious University of Vienna, Ocampo’s talk, titled “The Philippines, Maps, and the Emergence of the Nation,” captivated attendees with a thoughtful exploration of how cartography influenced the perception and development of the Philippines as a nation. The Significance of Cartography in Philippine History Maps have…
Read MoreThe weekend will be fresh and rainy
The influence of low pressure will bring rain and fresh northerly winds to Austria towards the weekend. It will be particularly wet in the southeast, with snowfall limits between 1,200 and 1,600 meters. Geosphere Austria forecasted this on Thursday. The start of the new week will also be increasingly rainy. Low pressure from the southeast will continue to dominate the weather on Friday. During the day, except in the west, dense clouds will gather over Austria, and light rain will spread as far as Lungau and the Salzkammergut. As a…
Read More“Subscription canceled”: Fake emails from streaming service in circulation
Criminals are trying to lure their victims to a fake login page with an email purporting to be from Disney+. How to recognize the scam. After Netflix and Amazon Prime, Disney+ is the third most popular streaming provider worldwide, with almost 125 million subscriptions (as of the beginning of 2025). An immense number of potential phishing victims. The website watchlist-internet.at is currently warning of a scam. Criminals are sending out fake emails claiming that Disney subscriptions have been canceled. However, it can be reactivated simply by re-entering the payment information.…
Read MoreBackwards or forwards? Central European Summer Time (CEST) changeover will occur on Sunday night
The Central European Summer Time (CEST) changeover will occur on Sunday night. At 2.00 a.m., all radio-controlled clocks should jump to 3.00 a.m.; the others have to be turned manually. Standard time (CET) is switched back on the last weekend in October. What will happen with the abolition of the time changeover in the EU is still unclear, but it has already been decided. The ball is still in the EU Council of Ministers’ court; the transport ministers are responsible. Ingenious tricksLike every time, many people ask themselves whether to…
Read More2nd National Congress of the Bund Philippinischer Gesundheitskräfte in Österreich Set for April 12 in Salzburg
The Alliance of Filipino Health Professionals in Austria or Bund Philippinischer Gesundheitskräfte in Österreich (BPGÖ) will host its 2nd National Congress on April 12, 2025, at the Hotel Brunauer in Salzburg. The event, organized in coordination with the Arbeiterkammer Salzburg, will run from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Under the theme “Strengthening Collaboration and Opportunities: Advancing Philippine Healthcare Force Integration, Healthcare Professional Law, Recruitment and Retention Strategies,” the congress aims to foster dialogue and develop strategies to enhance the integration and professional development of Filipino healthcare workers in Austria. BPGÖ…
Read MoreGreen or red – which grapes are healthier?
Do you belong to Team Green or Team Red? Whether grapes are healthier has occupied fans of sweet snack classics for generations. Time to solve the mystery once and for all! Both types of grapes have their advantages. They are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. But there are differences: Red grapes: vitamin bomb or sugar shock?Red grapes contain more anthocyanins—the pigments that give blueberries and red wine their color. These little power substances act as antioxidants and protect the cells from free radicals. Sounds good? It is, too!But that’s…
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