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,…
Read MoreWhy 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…
Read MoreNew 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…
Read MoreBeware 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…
Read MoreNow 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…
Read MoreHow 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…
Read MoreÖAMTC warns: End of vacation and numerous events cause traffic jams over the weekend
The end of the holidays in eastern Austria, parts of the Netherlands, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic will once again lead to considerable traffic jams and delays on Austria’s south-north and east-west connections, the ÖAMTC warned in a press release on Wednesday. There will be delays at the borders with Germany and in front of the Karawanken Tunnel, near Spielfeld and Nickelsdorf, in the direction of Austria. Various major events will cause difficulties at regional entry and exit points. The Tauern Autobahn (A10) will once again be the most congested…
Read MoreDay Two: Finding Our Rhythm on the Murradweg
August 19, 2025 – Ramingstein to Judenburg – Our stay at Gasthaus Durigon was comfortable, and after a solid night’s rest, we woke up refreshed and ready for the road ahead. A sumptuous breakfast of bread, cheese, eggs, and coffee gave us the fuel we needed for the second leg of our tour: Ramingstein to Judenburg, a distance of about 86 kilometers. By 9:15 a.m., we were back on our bikes, spirits high as we followed the Murradweg. The terrain was slightly sloping, which kept our legs busy but also…
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