The weather in Austria this week

The weather will initially be dominated by rain and wind over the coming days. However, there will be a slight reversal in the trend later in the week, starting on Wednesday. Milder temperatures and a little more sunshine are on the way, as Geosphere Austria announced in its latest forecast on Sunday. Week starts cloudy and rainy On Monday, the weather in the west, north, and east will be cloudy and rainy. The main precipitation will be along the northern side of the Alps, where there will be heavy rain…

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Coronavirus wave – this federal state is now a virus hotspot

Coronavirus activity is currently increasing rapidly throughout Austria. Where the numbers are particularly high and what they tell us. More or less right on time for the start of school, the coronavirus wave has reached Austria with a new variant. The BA.2.86 descendant “Stratus” (XFG) clearly dominates the infection situation. The recombination of the two known Omicron variants LF.7 and LP.8.1.2 was first detected last year in the country’s wastewater. Since the end of June 2025, “Stratus” has been classified by the WHO as a “variant under monitoring” and is…

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Filipino Catholic Community in Vienna Honors Our Lady of the Rosary of Manaoag

October 5, 2025 – Vienna, Austria – The Filipino Catholic Chaplaincy in Wienerfeld, 1100 Vienna, was filled with faith and festivity on Sunday, October 5, 2025, as the Filipino community came together to celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary of Manaoag. The annual celebration, one of the most cherished Marian devotions among Filipinos, drew devotees from across Austria to honor the Blessed Mother, known affectionately as Apo Baket. The celebration began with a solemn procession around the church, featuring the image of Our Lady of Manaoag carried…

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Series of thefts: Police warn of new scam: Criminals posing as officials

The police have issued a warning. In Vienna, criminals are increasingly posing as employees of MA31 (Vienna Water) in order to gain access to apartments where they can then commit thefts. The procedure always follows a similar pattern. The fraudsters say either in person or in advance by telephone that they have discovered alleged water damage or a defect in the house that needs to be repaired. Ask to see their ID card As soon as the fraudsters gain access to the apartment, they try to distract their victims while…

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According to experts: Why you should never turn off the heating at night

In the current energy crisis, we are trying to save money wherever possible. When we leave a room, we turn off the lights, we only wash our laundry at low temperatures, and we only turn on the heating when it is really necessary. However, we are making a mistake when it comes to heating by turning off the heating at night. In this article, you will find out why. Turning off the heating at night: Not a good idea Heating is becoming increasingly expensive. This is due to rising electricity,…

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Igorot Austria Marks 25 Years of Heritage and Community in Vienna

Vienna, Austria – October 3, 2025 – The Igorot Austria organization celebrated its 25th founding anniversary with a vibrant and heartfelt gathering on October 3, 2025, at the Salvatorianer Parish Hall in Vienna’s 10th District. The milestone event drew members, friends, and supporters from across Austria, including leaders of various Filipino communities and representatives from the Philippine Embassy in Vienna. The evening was both a reunion and a cultural showcase, as the group reflected on its journey over the past quarter-century. In her address, former president and now adviser Marjorie…

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Civil defense test alarm on October 4: Sirens and AT-Alert will be tested again today

On Saturday morning, sirens will sound throughout Austria: The annual civil defense test alarm not only checks the technology, but also aims to raise awareness of warning signals. At the same time, the digital warning system AT-Alert will be tested. Many people are unfamiliar with the warning signals On Saturday, October 4, 2025, the annual civil defense test alarm will be conducted throughout Austria between 12:00 p.m. and 12:45 p.m. Following a siren test, the three official civil defense signals “warning,” “alarm,” and “all clear” will also be broadcast. The…

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No smartphones in bed: Evening cell phone ban improves sleep and good grades

Strict smartphone rules pay off: when young people are not allowed to use their cell phones in the evening, they sleep an average of 40 minutes longer and perform better at school. This is shown by a new study from the University of Geneva. “Parents therefore play a key role. Their commitment directly influences the health and success of their children,” said lead author Kevin Mammeri in a statement released by the University of Geneva on Wednesday. For the study, published in the journal Discover Public Health, researchers examined responses…

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Police warn all bank customers about new scam

Fake calls: Scammers use real bank numbers for telephone fraud. Sparkasse and the police are warning of new scams such as phishing and crypto fraud. Fraudsters never sleep: new scams are constantly emerging to put people under pressure and extract money or personal data from them. Sometimes they come via text message, sometimes via social networks – and increasingly often directly via the telephone. Now Sparkasse is also warning all its customers. The real phone number of the bank then appears on the mobile phone or landline display. This is…

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