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Icy air from the Arctic reaches Europe

February 13, 2025February 13, 2025 admin

Austria is not spared from the cold currents either. Cold Arctic air is being directed far to the south between an area of high pressure off Norway and an area of low pressure over Russia, leading to unsettled weather conditions with snow, rain, and frosty temperatures.The icy air from the Arctic is causing temperatures to drop into double figures in Scandinavia, Germany and Poland in particular. Austria is not spared either: the country’s eastern half has to brace itself for frosty days. Snow down to low altitudesTowards the weekend, an…

Austria: Flu season is heading for its peak

February 12, 2025February 12, 2025 admin

9,960 people were on sick leave due to influenza in the previous week, and another 109,440 due to flu-like infections, according to data from the Austrian Health Insurance Fund (ÖGK). Corona affected 1,010 sick notes. “The number of illnesses due to real flu and flu-like infections is still rising, but not to the same extent as in previous weeks,” said ÖGK chief physician Andreas Krauter. Almost 10,000 people reported being sick due to influenzaThe circulating viruses A(H1N1)pdm09 and influenza B(Victoria) are exactly the same virus strains that are included in…

Wednesday night the moon offers a special spectacle

February 12, 2025February 12, 2025 admin

On 12 February, the second full moon of the year—also known as the snow moon or hunger moon—will be visible. We can look forward to a spectacle in the night sky as early as mid-February. On Wednesday, 12 February, the so-called snow moon can be seen. This reaches its peak on Wednesday night. As soon as darkness falls, it will climb above the horizon in the east, visible to the Viennese. On its orbit, it reaches an elevation angle of exactly 45 degrees shortly after 10 p.m. The sun illuminates…

Vincent Bueno: Austro-Pinoy Star Shines in New Musical at Metropol

February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 admin

Vincent Bueno, a prominent Austro-Filipino artist, is set to captivate audiences with his latest performance in the exciting new musical “Bring Me Edelweiss—The Musical of the 80s,” premiering at the Metropol in Vienna on 12 February. Taking on the role of Jojo, a Filipino character who embodies the spirit of the Viennese culture, Bueno’s participation in this production is a testament to his versatile talent and ability to bridge cultures through art. Embracing the Character Playing Jojo’s role requires more than acting; it necessitates a deep understanding and integration of…

Temporary Reintroduction of Border Control

February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 admin

The Schengen Borders Code (SBC) allows Member States to temporarily reintroduce border control at the internal borders in the event of a serious threat to public policy or internal security. The reintroduction of border control at the internal borders must be applied as a last-resort measure in exceptional situations and must respect the principle of proportionality. The duration of a temporary reintroduction of border control at the internal borders is limited, depending on the legal basis invoked by the Member State introducing such border control. The scope and duration of…

INVITATION: National Arts Month Exhibition – “Pilipinas”

February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 admin

Vienna, Austria – February 2025 In celebration of National Arts Month this February, the Philippine Embassy in Austria and the Filipino Visual Artists in Austria (FVAA) proudly present “Pilipinas”, a special art exhibition showcasing the Philippines’ rich and diverse artistic heritage. The exhibition will take place from 25 to 27 February 2025 at Ares Tower, 21st Floor, Donau-City-Strasse 11, 1220 Vienna. The “Pilipinas” exhibition aims to highlight the Filipino people’s creativity, culture, and traditions through a collection of artworks by talented Filipino artists based in Austria. This event offers art…

Invitation to the Online Information Session of the ALSE OF-LIFE Program

February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 admin

In an increasingly interconnected world, the importance of continuous education and leadership development cannot be overstated. The Philippine Embassy in Austria, through the Migrant Workers Office (MWO) in Vienna, is extending a warm invitation to overseas Filipinos residing in Austria, Croatia, Slovenia, and the Slovak Republic for an insightful online information session about the ALSE OF-LIFE Program. Scheduled for 1:30 p.m. CET on March 1, 2025, this session aims to provide crucial details about an Executive Education Certificate Course designed to enhance essential skills pertinent to the modern workforce. Overview…

Bread, cheese and more: these foods may contain mealworms from February 10

February 10, 2025February 10, 2025 admin

According to EU regulations, mealworm powder can be used in various products but must be declared. A new EU regulation will come into force on Monday (February 10, 2025): mealworm powder may now be included in bread and cheese, among other things. However, the authorization is initially limited to 5 years. Dried yellow mealworms have already been approved as a food in the EU since 2021, and now mealworm powder, which can be added to other products, is also included in the EU’s list of “novel foods”. In the future,…

Low pressure will bring changeable weather to Austria in the coming week.

February 10, 2025February 10, 2025 admin

In terms of weather, a low-pressure influence will ensure unsettled and uncomfortable days in Austria in the coming week. At the start of the week, high, fog-like clouds will dominate the east and southeast of the country. Geosphere Austria predicts that it won’t really be wintery. Even if the sunny week has already awakened feelings of spring, this is still far off. An area of low pressure will bring changeable weather to Austria in the coming week. On Monday, the low, high fog-like clouds will persist in the south and…