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Solar storm alarm: huge eruptions are heading for Earth

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On October 1 and 2, the second strongest eruption of the current 25th solar cycle to date was recorded. This was classified as X7.1 (R3 – strong) by the US space weather observers of NASA and NOAA. A solar storm warning has been issued due to the coronal mass ejection. Radio interference possibleIf the particles arrive on the side of the Earth facing the sun, there could be around one hour of radio interference, which could affect radio transmissions over a large area via shortwave. There is also the possibility…

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PHILIPPINE GOVERNMENT BRINGS SERVICES CLOSER TO FILIPINOS, OPENS MIGRANT WORKERS OFFICE IN VIENNA

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29 September 2024 – Consistent with the Philippine government’s efforts to bring its services closer to the Filipino people, the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) opened a Migrant Workers Office (MWO) in Vienna, which was launched during a Town Hall Meeting with the Filipino Community in Vienna.  DMW Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac led the opening of the MWO together with Philippine Ambassador Evangelina A. Bernas, Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) Administrator Arnel Ignacio, DMW Undersecretary Patricia Yvonne Caunan, and Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Assistant Secretary Maria Elena Algabre.  In…

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How do you clean drinking bottles properly?

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Bacteria, algae, mold: if they find a warm and humid climate, they can multiply easily—and, in the worst case,, can become a health risk. This can also happen in the drinking bottle, into which germs get through our saliva and the ambient air. TÜV, therefore, advises that drinking bottles that are used daily should also be cleaned daily. This can be done in a few simple steps, such as rinsing the bottle with hot water and a little washing-up liquid. However, cleaning is even more thorough if you use a…

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New study: Ready meals increase microplastics in the body

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A new study by the Federal Environment Agency Vienna has revealed interesting findings on the impact of plastics in the kitchen on microplastic consumption. This research shows that the use of plastic containers and utensils in the kitchen has no significant effect on microplastic intake. Rather, the consumption of highly processed foods plays a decisive role.In the study led by Christina Hartmann, 15 participants from Vienna and the surrounding area aged between 24 and 43 were asked to vary their cooking and eating habits over two weeks. On the one…

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ICDO’s Costumes of the World Show: A Celebration of Diversity and Inclusivity

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Vienna, Austria, 28 September 2024 Vienna’s historic Rathaus Festival Hall transformed into a global stage for the International Cultural Diversity Organization (ICDO)’s Costumes of the World Show, a stunning showcase of cultural diversity through traditional attire. This annual event attracted hundreds of attendees, eager to witness an array of colorful costumes from around the world, each representing the unique identity and heritage of the participants. The message of the evening resonated clearly: Celebrating Cultural Diversity and Inclusivity.  Messages of Inspiration Josipa Palac, CEO and Founder of ICDO opened the event…

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List shows the unhealthiest fruit in the world

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A healthy diet should be varied, balanced and colorful. Fruit and vegetables in particular provide important nutrients such as vitamins, minerals and fiber that our bodies need to function healthily. But not every food is equally healthy. Every food has its own nutrient composition, and what is optimal for one person may be less beneficial for another. But is there really such a thing as unhealthy fruit? A study from New Jersey has drawn up a ranking of the healthiest foods. However, one particular type of fruit came in last…

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Nationwide siren rehearsal and test for “AT-Alert” on Saturday

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The annual siren rehearsal will occur again this Saturday (October 5). At the same time, the “AT-Alert” disaster warning system will be triggered on a trial basis throughout Austria for the first time. “These test activations will be carried out by the federal states and the Ministry of the Interior,” it was announced on Tuesday. Like the siren test, they will occur from around noon to 1 p.m. via cell phone and should “not be misunderstood as actual disaster alerts.” “Attention test” on the cell phone screenThe AT-Alert test run…

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ICDO Opens Vibrant Art Exhibition at Yunus Emre Institute to Celebrate Diversity and Intercultural Dialogue

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Vienna, Austria — 25 September 2024 — The International Cultural Diversity Organization (ICDO) opened its much-anticipated art exhibition at the Yunus Emre Institute (Yunus Emre Enstitüsü – Türkisches Kulturzentrum Wien) on 25 September 2024, as part of the 7th edition of the “Long Nights of Interculturality.” The “Cultural Diversity & Inclusivity”  Art Exhibition, which runs until 29 September, highlights the unifying power of art in fostering intercultural understanding. The event featured powerful opening remarks from Josipa Palac, CEO of ICDO, and Ayse Yorulmaz, Director of Yunus Emre Institute, who both…

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Doctors alarmed: Corona figures higher than they have been for a long time

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The new corona wave is hitting hard and the numbers are skyrocketing. The health insurance fund is now giving tips on how to arm yourself against infection. The trade union federation recently appealed to people to protect others from infection. Covid is no longer notifiable, but: “Nevertheless, it would be grossly unreasonable to go to work after testing positive,” emphasized Peter Leinfellner from the ÖGB.Vienna was once again the negative frontrunner (3,696). It was followed by Upper Austria (2,072), Styria (1,838) and Lower Austria (1,809). The number of flu-like infections…

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