Large differences in income among academics in the Austrian federal states

In Austria, a university degree continues to guarantee a quick start to professional life and a good starting salary. However, salaries vary significantly depending on the level of qualification, field of study, and region, as shown by the Graduate Tracking (ATRACK) study conducted by Statistics Austria and a consortium of universities. Three years after graduation, the best salaries are in Vorarlberg and Upper Austria, with industrial centers standing out in the individual regions. According to the survey published on Thursday, university graduates find their first job after an average of…

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Global Save Life Foundation to Hold Medical Outreach in Cavite on August 2

Maragondon, Cavite – The Global Save Life Foundation (GLSF), led by its founder Mr. Elmer Blanco, will conduct a medical outreach program on August 2, 2025, at Brgy. Bucal, Maragondon, Cavite, starting at 10:00 AM (Philippine Time). This initiative, organized in cooperation with the Council of Filipino Associations in Austria and generous individuals who support the Foundation’s mission, will provide free medical consultations and essential health services to residents of the barangay. The outreach also marks a personal milestone, aligning with the birthday celebration of Mr. Blanco, whose unwavering commitment…

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From sun to rain: Here’s what the weather will be like this weekend

The weather this coming weekend will continue to be unsettled. A low-pressure system will dominate the weather, and there may be heavy showers at times, according to Geosphere Austria’s forecast on Thursday. Stable, sunnier weather is not expected until the middle of next week. Friday will start with a few clouds and sunshine in many places. Only in the West will there be many clouds. These will spread eastward during the day and cause widespread, sometimes intense showers and heavy thunderstorms. The thunderstorms will be concentrated from East Tyrol to…

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Beer or wine drinkers: Who has the less healthy lifestyle?

A rising number of severely overweight people, increased alcohol consumption to problematic levels, and liver disease as a significant health problem: in many parts of the world, these developments are placing a strain on healthcare systems—and, in most cases, on the lives of those affected. Lifestyle changes are crucial for the treatment and prevention of these diseases. Understanding how alcohol consumption, an unbalanced diet, and other lifestyle factors are interrelated is therefore essential, researchers emphasize in a newly published study. How alcohol preferences influence overall lifestyle Surveys repeatedly show that…

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How many steps do you need to take each day to stay fit?

It has become a wellness mantra: get your steps in—ideally, 10,000 per day. But how many steps do you need to take to maintain your health? And what exactly does walking do for you? New research shows that the magic number is around 7,000 steps per day. This number of steps helps to significantly reduce the risk of health problems as diverse as dementia, heart disease, depression, type 2 diabetes, and cancer. The study, published Thursday in the journal The Lancet Public Health, found that the risk of cancer decreased…

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Community Spotlight: “Girl, Boy, Bakla, Tomboy” — A Queer Filipino Identity Conversation in Vienna

Vienna, Austria – August 7, 2025 (18:00, Wien Museum Atelier A + B) – In an intimate and inclusive gathering as part of the Kumain Ka Na? series, sige! proudly presents “Girl, Boy, Bakla, Tomboy: A Community Conversation on Queer Filipino Identity and Belonging.” This informal talk will create a welcoming space for queer Filipinos and allies to engage in shared storytelling, reflective dialogue, and intergenerational connection. The discussion is moderated by community voices Gerard Rabara and Charmaine Taus, whose lived experiences and cultural fluency promise a rich, thoughtful exploration. What to…

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Why non-alcoholic beer is healthier but not healthy

According to a new study, non-alcoholic beer is the healthier choice, but it is not harmless in terms of its effect on the metabolism. Alcohol consumption should be kept to a minimum, as it is considered a neurotoxin. It not only affects the brain and nervous system but also the overall health of the body. Excessive consumption can lead to liver damage, cancer, or neurological diseases. Those who still don’t want to give up the pleasure can turn to non-alcoholic alternatives—non-alcoholic wine or beer. And although this approach is better…

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First death of the season after Vibrio infection in the Baltic Sea

The Baltic Sea is increasingly becoming the perfect environment for Vibrio bacteria. The bacteria thrive particularly well in brackish water with low salinity and a water temperature above 20 degrees Celsius. This makes many Baltic Sea beaches an ideal breeding ground. This fact has now proved fatal for a 68-year-old man from the German state of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. He became infected with Vibrio bacteria and died as a result. According to the local State Office for Health and Social Affairs (Lagus), this is the first Vibrio death this bathing season…

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Filipino Catholic Chaplaincy to Host Unique Danube River Procession Honoring Our Lady of Peñafrancia

Vienna, Austria – The Filipino Catholic Chaplaincy in Vienna is set to host a unique religious event this September: a fluvial procession in honor of Our Lady of Peñafrancia, taking place on the Danube River. The procession, scheduled for Saturday, September 20th, 2025, promises a memorable experience for devotees. The event will begin at 7:30 AM with embarkation on the MS Admiral Tegethoff DDSG Blue Danube, located at Handelskai 265, 1020 Vienna. The four-and-a-half-hour cruise will provide a serene setting for a special Mass celebrated onboard. The ship will serve…

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