Category: Sports

Every six months, the groundhog greets the groundhog: on the last Sunday of the month, on the night of 30 March, summertime starts again this year. The hands will move forward by 2.00 to 3.00 a.m. in Europe. A proposal to end this procedure has been on the table in the EU for seven years, but there is still no agreement. After all, Brussels and the European capitals seem to have quite different concerns. The corresponding Commission proposal from 2018 was already approved by the EU Parliament in spring 2019.…

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Vienna, Austria – In celebration of Filipino Food Month this April, the Philippine Embassy and the Ilonggo Community in Austria invite film enthusiasts and cultural aficionados to a free screening of the Hiligaynon movie Azucar. The event will occur at Cinecenter, Fleischmarkt 6, 1010 Wien, on April 11, from 18:00 to 20:00. Directed by Kurt Soberano, Azucar is a poignant 41-minute film that offers a glimpse into the rich culture and heritage of the Ilonggo people. Following the screening, a short panel discussion hosted by the Ilonggo Community in Austria…

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Mails or text messages that lure victims to fake tax office websites are currently being sent out. The police issue a warning and give tips on how to protect yourself. Fraudsters pretend to be bank employees and ask for remote access apps to be installed.Victims suffer financial losses due to unauthorized transfers at home and abroad. Since the beginning of March 2025, people have again been receiving an increasing number of text messages and emails that, at first glance, resemble a message from the tax office. The contents of the…

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Inflation Austria 2025: Electric, butter, and coffee prices rise by over 30%. Find out which expenses will put the biggest strain on your budget. Inflation continues to rage through Austria. In February 2025, the consumer price index rose to 127.1 points—prices were, therefore, 3.2% higher on average than in the previous year. An increase of 0.6 percent was also recorded compared to January. “The higher inflation at the beginning of 2025 is persisting,” said Statistics Austria Director General Tobias Thomas. “The flash estimate for February was still 3.3 percent. Electricity…

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Austrian Post is decisively raising postage costs for letters starting in May. Standard items will now cost 5 to 15 cents more, depending on the format, with the classic stamp set at 1 euro. Austrian Post AG is making this crucial adjustment in light of the recent amendment to the Postal Market Act. The new standard will be the new standard for the former “Eco-Brief” service, which guarantees delivery within two to three days. From May onward, the price for the smallest letter format will increase from EUR 0.95 to…

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Religions come in many forms – from the oldest traditional beliefs to modern, often humorous or philosophical movements. Some religions focus on spiritual enlightenment and nature worship, while others are based on pop culture, satire or alternative science. What they have in common is that they provide their followers with a sense of purpose, community or a unique philosophy of life. Some of these beliefs, such as voodoo and Rastafarianism, have deep historical roots and have often been misunderstood by the outside world. Others, such as Pastafarianism and Dudeism, were…

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The result is plenty of sunshine, rising temperatures every day and the first warm days of the year. At the same time, the drought persists in many regions, which is becoming increasingly problematic, especially in the country’s eastern half. The high-pressure system INGEBORG has been in place over Central Europe since Sunday and has dominated the weather in Austria ever since. Little will change in the coming days. The sun will prevail almost everywhere and clouds will hardly be an issue. Even Atlantic low-pressure systems with their fronts currently have…

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As the Carnival season sweeps across Austria, one treat stands out among the festivities—the beloved Krapfen, or Carnival doughnut. These fluffy, golden pastries are a cherished tradition, enjoyed in the weeks leading up to Lent, a time of fasting and restraint. Originating in Austria as early as the 17th century, Krapfen had long been associated with indulgence before the austerity of Lent. Made from a rich yeast dough, deep-fried to perfection, and filled with a generous dollop of apricot jam, they are dusted with powdered sugar for a final touch…

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According to the Geosphere forecast from Sunday, the coming week will be sunny and mild: Temperatures are expected to rise to highs of up to 20 degrees Celsius, with the mildest temperatures in the west of Austria. However, the lowest early temperatures will remain in the minus range. High air pressure will ensure sunshine and dry weather on Monday. The last of the early morning fog, which mainly appears in the Rhine and Inn valleys and other inner-Alpine basins and valleys, will usually clear quickly at the beginning of the…

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