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COVID Infection in Austria – an upward trend

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Midsummer is history, and with the start of school last week – as in previous years – the question arises: What does this mean for CoV infections? One thing is sure: even during the endemic phase, surprising and problematic viral variants may emerge. The number of infections is rising again, albeit at a low level. Still, the upward trend has continued for a few weeks now – this can be seen from the current data of the wastewater monitoring and the sequence analyses of AGES. The viral variation EG.5.1 (also…

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100-year calendar: forecast for winter 2023

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The so-called 100-year calendar dates back to the records of Mauritius Knaur, the abbot of the Langheim Monastery, in the 17th century. He assumes that the planets primarily determine the weather, whose sequences are repeated every seven years. Many still use the calendar, first published in 1704 under the name Knaurs. Also, about the coming winter, it holds some forecasts known, which may be interesting for one or the other. A cold winter approachingAccording to magazines Echo24 and HNA, the winter of 2023 is expected to be as unpredictable as…

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iPhone: Last year’s models partly significantly cheaper alternative

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Since 2007, Apple has regularly caused a sensation with new iPhone models – and attracts price-sensitive consumers: Those who don’t necessarily want to buy the latest model hope for lower prices on the previous year’s model. The calculation works out, to some extent, as an analysis by the retailer comparison portal geizhals.at shows. Many Apple customers are eagerly awaiting the presentation of the new iPhone models announced for tomorrow, Tuesday. If the devices meet the expectations of the Apple fan community, they are quite willing to dig deeper into their…

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New Corona wave – but we do NOT have to reactivate the old protective measures

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The coronavirus is spreading more strongly again; an autumn wave is already rolling in. On ORF, virologist Monika Redlberger-Fritz explains the consequences. Even though it may have disappeared from public perception, the coronavirus continues circulating. After the variant “Eris,” “Pirola” is now spreading to more countries; therefore, Israel even wants to reactivate an old protective measure. Now, the first summer without restrictions is coming to an end. But how dangerous are these new variants for Austria? Are hospitals threatened by a recent flood of Corona patients in the winter? Corona…

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„Donauradtour“ in three days – a breathtaking experience

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The Donauradweg is a classic among the cycling trails. And even in the run-up to our cycling trip, we had heard many good things about this tour on the second-largest river in Europe. Accordingly, our anticipation was incredible. Since the Donauradweg is also super marked in Austria, it is practically possible to go. There are three stages of the Danube Road from Vienna to Passau. To our pleasure, Julian, Rudi, and I could roll off on August 21, 2023! The Danube road to Passau 1st stage – 21 August 2023…

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“1st Vienna ArtPark“ Art on the fence in the Börsepark, Vienna, with Filipino participation – held

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The “1st Vienna ArtPark,” a colourful cultural festival – an open-air platform and cultural hotspot in Hermann-Gmeiner Park in Vienna’s First District, opposite the Stock Exchange, was held on September 9, 2023. For one day, from 12 to 18 o’clock, artworks by artists were presented in public space under the open sky, if necessary, with the help of fences. The park thus becomes a low-threshold and inclusive meeting zone for art enthusiasts and creators alike, an art marketplace, and a networking platform. A rich international culinary offering, a children’s programme,…

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Peñafrancia Fluvial Procession 2023 to Bratislava

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Among the Bicolanos and other devotees in Vienna, September is a time of intense religious celebration organized around devotion to Bicol’s patron, whom her devotees endearingly call Ina or Mother. The Peñafrancia festival has become an essential marker for the Bicolanos here as they celebrate the 18th Penanfrancia Fluvial Celebrations in Austria. The religious event will be held on September 16, 2023. The Fluvial Procession will begin at the Vienna Reichsbrücke (Dock 7). The MS Tegethoff leaving for Bratislava will embark at 8 AM. A procession and Mass will be…

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When to put potatoes with shoots in the trash

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Who doesn’t know it: you buy a bag of potatoes, and after a short time, they germinate and shoot sprouts from the tubers? But when do grown potatoes belong in the garbage? In most cases, sprouting potatoes belong in the trash. The more shoots that can be seen, the more solanine is produced in the potato, which is toxic. Solanine causes headaches, nausea and vomiting to respiratory problems in humans. The rule of thumb is: if the potato is still plump and there are only up to five buds, you…

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Late summer takes a break towards midweek

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The hot weather for this time of year will continue until Tuesday. On Wednesday, a cold front will pass over Austria. In the past week, an extensive high named Patricia has continuously influenced the Alpine region. With a maximum of 26 to 31 degrees, the maximum values are currently 6 to 10 degrees above the seasonal average. However, the high-pressure influence slowly wears off in the new week, and a cold front moves through in the middle of the week. “Temperatures will approach the seasonal average by midweek,” forecasts Manfred…

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