Price increases—these are the costs motorists will face

Parking fees in Vienna: From 2026, parking tickets and parking stickers will increase by 30%, and public transport tickets will also become more expensive. Revenue will be used to expand cycle paths. It’s not just public transport users who will have to dig deeper into their pockets from now on; costs for motorists will also skyrocket from 2026. As announced on September 1, 2025, parking in Vienna will become significantly more expensive. According to City Councillor for Finance Barbara Novak, the price increases represent an “indispensable contribution to financial stability.”…

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Total lunar eclipse visible over Austria

Many people in Austria are likely to be looking up at the sky this coming Sunday, as there will be a total lunar eclipse. However, to actually see it, the sky must be clear. A total lunar eclipse can be observed in Austria on Sunday (September 7), weather permitting. The moon will rise at 7:21 p.m. (Vienna time) before the totality begins. While the first lunar eclipse of the year on March 14 was relatively modest, with the moon setting when only nine percent of it was eclipsed, the upcoming…

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Celebrating 50 Years of Filipino Nurses in Austria

On August 30, 2025, the golden anniversary of the 1975 batch of Filipino nurses in Austria was joyfully celebrated at the Marriott Hotel Vienna. The event paid tribute to the pioneering group of Filipino nurses who, five decades ago, arrived in Austria to serve in the country’s health sector. Their dedication and compassion not only strengthened Austria’s hospitals and care institutions but also paved the way for succeeding generations of Filipino healthcare professionals in Europe. Hosted by the Retired Filipino Nurses Association in Austria, the celebration brought together honorees, their…

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August will be remembered for lots of sunshine and few thunderstorms

With much more consistent high-pressure weather compared to the rainy July, August will probably be remembered positively by schoolchildren in eastern Austria as the second month of vacation. According to the weather service Ubimet, August was generally a good 0.5 degrees warmer than the long-term average (for the years 1991 to 2020). In addition, around 30 percent of the rain was missing throughout Austria. Nationwide, August was slightly warmer than usual, but according to Ubimet, no particularly noticeable temperature fluctuations were recorded. In Upper and Lower Austria and northern Burgenland,…

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Why a Banana Isn’t an Ideal Breakfast — Unless You Combine It Correctly

Bananas have long enjoyed a reputation as a convenient, healthy breakfast choice. They’re easy to grab, naturally sweet, and rich in potassium. But while they bring benefits, eating a banana on its own first thing in the morning may not be the best way to start your day. The issue comes down to balance. A medium banana contains about 14 grams of sugar but very little protein or fat. Eaten solo, it causes a rapid rise in blood sugar, followed by an equally sharp drop. This swing can leave you…

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New Vienna tram line 12 gets underway

Vienna is getting a new tram connection—line 12. It will be running regularly in time for the start of school on Monday (September 1). On Friday, the tram completed its maiden voyage on the new route. Among other things, the 12 will serve the Nordbahnviertel district, where thousands of apartments have recently been built. It will mostly run on existing tracks, but part of the route has also been newly built. Vienna tram line 12 made its maiden voyage During rush hour, trains on the new line will mostly run…

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Beware of fraud! Ministry warns all citizens

The Federal Criminal Police Office warns of a new scam in which criminals use deepfake technology to impersonate Interior Minister Karner to make money demands. Deepfake scam: Criminals impersonate Interior Minister Karner; BKA warns of current fake calls and money demands. A deceptively real-looking video chat with the alleged interior minister: With this perfidious scam, unknown individuals wanted to swindle money for supposed ransom payments. The initial contact was made via the official telephone number of the Ministry of the Interior (+43 1 53126), which was manipulated using so-called “caller…

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Now comes the rain: Summer bids farewell with changeable weather

The meteorological summer ends on Sunday—until then, Austria will show its diverse side in terms of weather: thunderstorms, sunshine, and mild temperatures will alternate. Weather forecast for Vienna Sunday marks the end of the meteorological summer, and according to Thursday’s Geosphere forecast, its farewell will be quite changeable. From thunderstorms to sunshine, the repertoire also includes highs above 30 degrees Celsius at the beginning, before it is expected to continue somewhat milder from Tuesday onwards. Friday with sun, thunderstorms, and wind Friday will already start off varied: west of the…

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How often should I wash my bedding? Researchers reveal surprising rule

Most of us definitely use our bedding for much longer than is good for it. After all, we sleep in it every night. However, sheets, pillows, and other bedding accumulate a lot of dirt, skin flakes, and bodily fluids over time. This is especially true in temperatures like those we are currently experiencing. The answer to the question of how often you should change your bedding is therefore particularly important- According to a GfK survey commissioned by online retailer Galaxus (via Deutsche Presse-Agentur dpa), four out of ten German citizens…

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