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What is Corpus Christi?

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Corpus Christi is one of the highest feast days in the Roman Catholic church year, also known as the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. The Latin name of the feast of the Lord is “Sollemnitas Sanctissimi Corporis et Sanguinis Christi”, in other languages such as English, French, or Italian, the feast day is called “Corpus Christi”. When is Corpus Christi celebrated?The date on which the holiday falls depends on the movable date of Easter. Corpus Christi is celebrated on the 60th day after Easter Sunday,…

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Unity Dance Rehearsal for PAMANA IV Festivals Parade

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Participants of the PAMANA IV Festivals Parade had their final rehearsal on the premises of the Parish of Leopoldau under the leadership of the Chairman of the European Network of Filipino Diaspora Austria (ENFID-Austria ), Marizel Rojas, and representatives of different Filipino groups, including the Philippine Embassy. The event will occur on Saturday,  1 June 2024, from Stephansplatz to Votivkirche 1010, Vienna, Austria. Join the Filipino community in Austria in this colorful street parade featuring the most popular festivals in the Philippines and Austria. The event will foster unity and friendship,…

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Nasty vacation trap – this can cost you 3,000 euros

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Summer, sun and a cigarette on the beach? Your vacation could be expensive. The strict bans in Greece, Croatia, Italy and Spain. Austrians’ desire to go on vacation remains unchallenged this year. According to an ÖAMTC survey, more than half want to spend time by the sea in the coming months, with Croatia and Italy among the top destinations. Many people still bring a cigarette with them. But be careful: cigarettes can be expensive on vacation. Smokers are probably largely aware of the laws in this country, but what about…

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Wiener Linien changes weekly and monthly tickets

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The weekly and monthly passes on Wiener Linien are being phased out. Instead, from July 1, new season tickets will be introduced, each valid for seven or 31 days. Passengers can choose the validity period and are no longer tied to calendar weeks or months. Of course, these tickets are not entirely new; they have been available digitally since 2022, but from July 1, they will also be available as paper tickets, with the advantage that they can be transferred to other people. Transferable is more expensiveHowever, a change will…

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Why you should choose grapes with seeds next time you shop

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Many people prefer seedless varieties when buying grapes, which are considered more convenient. However, there are good reasons to choose grapes with seeds instead. Magazine Freundin reports that seedless grapes are often smaller because the plant hormone needed for growth is located in the seeds. Gibberellin, an artificial plant hormone, is often added to promote the development of these grapes. In contrast, grapes with seeds contain OPC (oligomeric proanthocyanidins), an antioxidant that can improve heart health, is anti-inflammatory, and supports the immune system. These health benefits make grapes with seeds…

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Austria: weather will remain unsettled in the coming days

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May is showing its moody side this year. Especially in the south of Austria, it has already rained more than usual. The week will be characterized by alternating sunny spells and thundery showers. Here are the details: Tuesday: Rain in the west, sun in the southeastTuesday will start dry and occasionally sunny in the Weinviertel and southern Styria. However, it will already be cloudy in the rest of the country, with showers intensifying from the morning onward. In the course of the day, showers and thunderstorms will also spread to…

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Beware of ‘Wangiri’ scams: You should never call these numbers

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Phone scams have become increasingly sophisticated and common, with fraudsters finding new ways to trick unsuspecting victims into divulging personal information. This can open the door to sensitive data and, in the worst cases, allow unfettered access to your bank accounts. Fortunately, you can take a few simple precautions to protect yourself from these fraudulent calls and keep your information safe. ‘Wangiri’ scam: a single call could cost you dearlyAccording to Dagens, one of the most common scams is the ‘Wangiri’ scam, where the scammer calls briefly and hangs up…

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Still unsettled: May ends with April weather

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April weather will reach the end of May, according to the Geosphere Austria forecast published on Sunday for the coming week. The weather is expected to remain unsettled and only moderately warm. In the eastern half of Austria, it will remain mostly sunny and dry on Monday. Isolated rain showers will be limited to the mountains and hills. Further west, however, there will be significantly more clouds throughout the day, bringing the odd shower or two. From midday on, individual thunderstorms are possible, especially in Tyrol and Vorarlberg. It is…

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Card payment: Who actually decides on the PIN or signature?

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The bank card has become an indispensable means of payment. When shopping, it is increasingly replacing cash, and at the checkout, it says, ‘Please enter your PIN’ or ‘Your signature, please’. Customers have no say in the matter, but why is that? Paying with a bank card: what customers need to knowAnyone who hasn’t already switched to mobile payment via smartphone or smartwatch will often use their bank card, giro card or EC card (the old term). If you haven’t heard of one or the other yet, don’t worry: the…

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