Cold front brings pre-winter weather this week

This week, the weather will start rainy, then turn sunny and noticeably colder than in recent days. The snow line will drop significantly, according to forecasts by Geosphere Austria. On Monday, thick clouds will dominate, and there will be frequent rain, some of it heavy. In the afternoon, the precipitation in the north and on the northern side of the Alps will turn into showers, with occasional breaks. The snow line will drop from north to south between 500 and 1,200 meters by the evening. Temperatures will range from one…

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Studies show: This ingredient makes coffee even healthier for your brain

For many people, the day doesn’t really start until the coffee machine has made its last hissing sound. Coffee is more than just a morning routine—for many, it is an indispensable lifeline. But did you know that you can make your coffee even better with a teaspoon of cocoa? In fact, it’s a minor, almost magical upgrade that not only rounds out the flavor, but can also have positive effects on your mood and brain. This is reported by Express, citing Kuchnia. This somewhat unexpected combination has received a lot…

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Expired tea: drink it or throw it away?

Expired tea: usually still drinkable even after the best-before date – tips on storage, taste, and health benefits. When it gets colder outside, a hot cup of tea provides warmth and comfort. But, like spices, teas often end up in the back of the pantry, where they are forgotten for months. When a packet is finally dug out again, few people think about how long it has been there – or whether the tea is still edible. It is essential to distinguish between the use-by date and the best-before date.…

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Headaches: Three billion people affected

According to a new study, three billion people worldwide suffer from headaches—a figure that has remained virtually unchanged over the past 30 years. This results in a significant loss of quality of life and high costs for social welfare systems. Thanks to new therapies, the prognosis is favourable, at least for migraines. They can be sharp and stabbing or dull and throbbing, affecting the whole head or just part of it: there are more than 200 types of headaches, the most common being tension headaches and migraines. According to the…

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Up to 9.4 million: Austria’s population grows due to migration

By 2040, Austria’s population will grow to 9.4 million. After that, a decline is expected. The growth is due to migration. Austria’s population is expected to continue growing until 2040. Statistics Austria announced this on Wednesday morning at a press conference at the APA Press Center. “The peak will then be reached with around 9.4 million inhabitants, before the population is expected to decline to 9.1 million by 2080,” said Manuela Lenk, Director General of Statistics. This trend is accompanied by progressive ageing, she said. By 2040: Proportion of people…

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United Nations Women’s Guild Elects New Board for 2026

Vienna, 12 November 2025 – The United Nations Women’s Guild (UNWG) held its Annual General Meeting today at the United Nations in Vienna, during which members elected the new Board for 2026. Among those re-elected was Filipina leader Maria Zelda (Marizel) Rojas, who will serve a second term as First Vice President of the UNWG. Rojas is a well-known figure in Vienna’s international and Filipino communities. She currently serves as Chairperson of the European Network of Filipino Diaspora (ENFiD), Board Member of the United Nations Correspondents Association Vienna (UNCAV), and…

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Price of E-card fee almost doubled

Starting November 15, the service fee for the e-card will be collected. This fee is increasing significantly this year. Instead of €13.80, €25 will be charged for the first time. The adjustment is part of the austerity measures at the Ministry of Health, which must make significant savings by 2026. Cuts will be made in administration, subsidies, and communication measures, among other areas.The service fee is due in mid-November each year for the following year. The fee is collected by employers or by the agencies that pay unemployment benefits or…

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Song Weavers Philippines Wrap Up Successful Concert Series in Vienna

The Song Weavers Philippines concluded their successful concert run in Vienna on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, capping off a busy and well-received cultural tour in the Austrian capital. The group spent several days performing across the city, drawing crowds of Filipinos and international friends who came to watch and support their music. The group, known for its vocal harmony work and dedication to promoting Filipino choral music abroad, is composed of community-based singers who blend traditional, liturgical, and contemporary Filipino pieces in their performances. Their mission is to showcase Filipino…

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Weather in Austria: Autumn shows its full spectrum

The countdown to the weekend is on. But what kind of weather can we expect over the next few days? Autumn will show its full spectrum over the coming days. After a sunny Friday, experts at Geosphere Austria forecast increasing clouds and rain over the weekend, with a wet disturbance zone dominating on Monday before Tuesday brings friendlier but significantly colder weather. On Friday, the weather will be sunny and dry under the influence of high pressure. Thin veil clouds decorating the sky locally will not have any significant impact.…

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