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Majority of Austrians clueless about AI

May 16, 2025May 16, 2025 admin

According to a survey, most respondents know little about artificial intelligence and are critical of the technology. A special survey by Statistics Austria shows that around 73 percent of people in Austria have little to no knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI). Only five percent of respondents said they knew a lot about AI, while a further 22 percent described their knowledge as “a lot.” Amazingly, five percent have never heard of AI. Only 43 percent rate AI as applicable for their job. Almost nine out of ten see no need…

Funeral, new pope – conclave will begin in few days

April 25, 2025April 27, 2025 admin

The conclave will begin in Rome in a few days, during which the cardinals will elect a new pope. Cardinal Christoph Schönborn talks about his expectations.Tomorrow, Saturday, Pope Francis will be buried in Rome—quite simply, as he wished—not in the magnificent St. Peter’s Basilica but in his favorite church, Santa Maria Maggiore, in a simple wooden coffin under the floor. The tomb slab will only say “Franciscus.” His funeral will be based on how he lived: simple and close to the people, especially the poor. Nevertheless, a mega-event with many…

The time of vacancy begins in the Vatican

April 21, 2025April 27, 2025 admin

The pontificate of the first South American pontiff has ended with Francis’s death. Between two pontificates, there is always a period of at least several weeks of “sede vacante,” during which the Holy See is vacant. During this time, the cardinals take over the reigns in the Vatican and the universal church. The Purple Senate experiences its finest hour during this period. It meets daily in general congregations and prepares the funeral of the old pope and the conclave, as well as the election of the new head of the…

Beer or wine drinkers: who has the unhealthier lifestyle?

April 12, 2025April 27, 2025 admin

An increasing number of severely overweight people, more alcohol consumption on a problematic scale, liver disease as a significant health problem: in many parts of the world, these developments are putting a strain on healthcare systems – and usually on the lives of those affected themselves. 38.9 percent of respondents only drank beer 21.8 percent stated that they only drank wine 18.3 only drank spirits 21 percent stated mixed consumption Participants’ eating habits were assessed using the Healthy Eating Index, which is based on standard dietary recommendations. Beer drinkers: male,…

Filipino Artist Mar Balcos Showcases ‘Art Aqua’ in Vienna

April 7, 2025April 27, 2025 admin

Vienna will witness a compelling fusion of art and advocacy as Filipino artist Mar Balcos presents his works at the Art Gallery Vienna, located at Mahlerstrasse 11, 1010 Vienna. The exhibition, titled ‘Art Aqua’, will run from May 5 to May 31, 2025, with its grand opening set for May 5 at 5 PM. The event will feature the presence of esteemed guests, including Ms. Fran Eve Wright, Acting President of UNESCO Club Vienna, and Ms. Anastasia Yatsko, Programme Director of the Earth Charter Austria (affiliated with Earth Charter International).…

Tara Let’s! Filipino Art Exhibition Opens at the Philippine Embassy in Vienna

April 4, 2025April 27, 2025 admin

Vienna, Austria— The Philippine Embassy in Vienna has opened its doors to celebrate contemporary Filipino artistry with the exhibition Tara Let’s!, a visual arts showcase by Filipino artists. Hosted by the Sige! Artists Group and Bastedor Art Project, the exhibition runs from 31 March to 8 April 2025, highlighting the diverse and vibrant artistic expressions from the Philippines across Europe. During the vernissage, Philippine Ambassador to Austria Evangelina Lourdes Arroyo-Bernas expressed her strong support for Filipino artists, emphasizing the embassy’s commitment to promoting Philippine art beyond Vienna. “The Philippine Embassy…

Daylight saving time starts again at the end of March

March 22, 2025March 23, 2025 admin

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.…

Hiligaynon Film ‘Azucar’ to Screen for Free in Vienna on April 11

March 22, 2025 admin

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…

Fake “Finanzamt” messages lure victims to fake websites, warns the police

March 21, 2025March 21, 2025 admin

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…