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The Feast of St. Nicholas: Celebrating Kindness and Generosity

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The Feast of St. Nicholas, celebrated on 6 December, honors the life and legacy of St. Nicholas of Myra, a 4th-century bishop renowned for his generosity, humility, and deep care for the less fortunate. This day is special in Christian tradition, particularly in Europe, and is marked by unique customs and heartwarming rituals emphasizing kindness and giving. St. Nicholas is widely recognized as the inspiration behind the modern figure of Santa Claus. However, his story goes far beyond the commercialized image of gift-giving. Known as a protector of children and…

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Philippine Nurses Association-Austria Celebrates Nurses Day Gala Dinner Vienna

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Vienna, Austria, 30 November 2024 – The Philippine Nurses Association-Austria (PNA-A) celebrated the Nurses Day Gala Dinner grandly, honouring the invaluable contributions of Filipino nurses and fostering unity within the Filipino-Austrian community. The event at the Vienna Marriott Hotel featured inspiring speeches from distinguished guests and beautiful performances. High-ranking dignitaries graced the occasion, delivering inspiring messages. Mr. Peter Hacker is a prominent Austrian politician affiliated with the Social Democratic Party of Austria (SPÖ). He has held the position of Executive City Councilor for Social Affairs, Public Health, and Sports in…

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Christmas shopping: beware of bargain scams

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A few weeks before Christmas, many retailers advertise online and offline with big discount campaigns. The aim is to attract customers with high discounts. However, consumers should be on their guard, as not every offer is worthwhile, and fraudsters also promise themselves a good deal.Seven hours to search for offersA recent survey by the industry association Bitkom of 1,180 internet users aged 16 and over shows how firmly anchored discount days have become in the consciousness of consumers. According to the survey, 98% of respondents know about Black Friday, and…

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Cheap products from the internet pose health risks

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On Tuesday, the Eco-Social Forum hosted a panel discussion in Vienna on consumer protection on the Internet concerning purchasing cheap products, especially outside the EU. In addition to the health risks posed by medicines or food supplements with banned ingredients, the need for better market surveillance of online trade was also addressed. Ultimately, there is also a need to “raise awareness of the health risks.” The Director of the Federal Office of Consumer Health (BAVG) and AGES Managing Director Anton Reinl said that “online purchases are increasing massively. In 2023,…

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The 55th UNWG International Festival and Charity Bazaar: A Cultural Extravaganza for a Cause

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On 30 November 2024, the Austria Center Vienna became a vibrant hub of cultural exchange, philanthropy, and festivity as it hosted the 55th United Nations Women’s Guild (UNWG) International Festival and Charity Bazaar. With over 40 participating countries, the event showcased the diversity of global traditions through food, performances, and artisanal goods while raising funds to support women and children in need worldwide. A Warm Welcome to Diversity Bazaar Chairwoman Kavita Verma and UNWG President Cathy Kieffer inaugurated the festival with a message of gratitude to the international community. The…

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On Saturday night, snowfall in Austria, including Vienna

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Wednesday will often be cloudy. Occasionally, it will clear up, especially in the west, where the sun will shine. On the northern edge of the Alps, however, there will be occasional rain and snow showers. The snow line will be between 500 and 700 m above sea level. The wind will blow weakly to moderately from west to north. Early morning temperatures will be between minus 6 and plus 3 degrees, and afternoon temperatures will be between 2 and 6 degrees. On Thursday, a high fog-like cloud cover will cover…

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Vienna is no longer the most liveable city in the world

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After many years at the top, Zurich has taken the lead in this year’s Mercer ranking. Vienna’s fall can be attributed to the decline in the availability of rental properties suitable for international expatriates, as stated in a press release on Tuesday. In the “Quality of Living Ranking 2024” by the global consulting firm, cities worldwide were again assessed according to how much they meet the everyday needs of expats and their families. Factors considered included the political and social environment, medical and health aspects, schools and education, public services,…

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Does coffee really help against drowsiness at the wheel?

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If you’re feeling tired, you probably reach for a cup of coffee here and there. But does this drink help against drowsiness? The Christmas season is around the corner, and surely, many people set off on vacation by car. But they all know that moment behind the wheel when you almost nod off. Then it’s best to pull over and rest. But quite a few people prefer a different remedy: To wake themselves up again, they drink coffee (which you should never drink on an empty stomach). Whether this helps…

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Asteroid narrowly missed Earth

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Yesterday, asteroid 2024 XA narrowly missed Earth. It was also spotted over Austria, and images were taken over the Gesäuse in Styria. Yesterday’s asteroid flyby was the second closest since 1900. Only the 2020 VT4 came closer than the 2024 XA, at 368 kilometers.For near-Earth asteroids, the distance given in lunar distances (LD)—1 LD is about 385,001 kilometers. 2024 XA flew past Earth on Sunday at a distance of 0.02 LD. The asteroid, sighted yesterday over the Gesäuse, has an approximate diameter of 1.3 to 2.8 meters. Boulders of this…

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