Five good reasons for a glass of water in the morning

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Water plays a key role in our body’s ability to function. Drinking a glass of water straight after waking up can stimulate the metabolism and get the body going. Studies show that drinking water promotes heat production in the body, which in turn stimulates digestion and helps burn calories. This simple trick can be a good start to the day, especially for those who want to lose weight.After a good night’s sleep, the body breaks down toxins. Water helps to eliminate them quickly and efficiently. Especially on an empty stomach,…

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The richest countries in the world – including Austria

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The new prosperity index has a few surprises in store: Switzerland is only in fourth place, and Austria is behind Germany.Which are the wealthiest countries in the world? The HelloSafe portal has analyzed this: Luxembourg, Norway, and Ireland make up the top three. Switzerland follows in fourth place, followed by Qatar, Singapore, and Iceland. The poorest country is Mozambique. Hellosafe’s Prosperity Index is based on six key figures: gross domestic product per capita, Gini coefficient, gross national income per capita, gross national savings rate, human development indicator, and poverty rate.Europe…

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Leonids: When to see the celestial spectacle at its best

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However, patience and a little luck with the weather are required, as viewing conditions vary greatly. Leonids in the skyThe Leonids are an annually recurring shower of shooting stars named after the constellation Leo (Latin for Lion). They occur when the Earth passes through the dust trail of the comet Tempel-Tuttle. The small particles burn up in the atmosphere, producing the luminous trails we see as shooting stars. When and how can you see the Leonids?The best time to observe them is early morning, especially in the night’s second half.…

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UNWG Bazaar Chairperson Extends Invitation to 22nd District Head: Boosting Support for the 2024 International Festival and  Charity Bazaar

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14 November, Vienna, Austria – Ms. Kavita Verma, Chairperson of the United Nations Women’s Guild (UNWG) Bazaar, accompanied by Alternate Bazaar Chairperson Ms. Marizel Rojas, paid a courtesy call on Mr. Ernst Nevrivy, the distinguished District Head of Vienna’s 22nd District (Donaustadt). The purpose of the visit was threefold: to express gratitude for Mr. Nevrivy’s unwavering support for UNWG’s initiatives over the years, to extend an invitation for him to be among the honoured guest speakers at the bazaar’s grand opening ceremony, and to request his assistance in promoting this…

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United Nations Women’s Guild Vienna Elects New Board for 2025

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Vienna, Austria, 12 November 2024 – In a unanimous vote at today’s UNWG General Meeting, held at the United Nations headquarters in Vienna International Centre, members of the United Nations Women’s Guild (UNWG) elected their new Board for the upcoming year. The 2025 UNWG Board brings together a diverse group of talented and dedicated women from around the globe, committed to advancing the Guild’s mission of promoting cultural exchange, social service, and support for charitable initiatives worldwide. The newly elected UNWG Board members for 2025 are as follows: President: Nora…

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Austria: What the weather will be like at the weekend

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Local or high fog will occur on Friday south of the main Alpine ridge and within the Alps. Away from this, the sun will predominate from the morning. However, dense clouds will continue moving through in the north and east, bringing a few raindrops from Salzburg eastwards and snowflakes above 1,000 meters. It clears up in the afternoon, and the sun appears more frequently. The lowest temperatures will range from minus four to plus six degrees, with daytime highs of five to eleven degrees. On Saturday, the weather will be…

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OECD reports record migration: growth in Austria too

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In 2023, more people than ever before will have migrated to the member states of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). This is according to the 2024 Migration Outlook published by the Paris-based organization. According to the report, 6.5 million people arrived as migrants in OECD countries. In 2023, 105,400 people migrated to Austria. However, the number of asylum applications in Austria has almost halved compared to 2022. According to the report, the increase in temporary labor migration and the record number of asylum applications mainly registered in…

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EPA Welcomes Its Newest Member at the United Nations in Vienna

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Vienna, 4 November 2024 — The European Police Association (EPA) welcomed its newest member at a formal ceremony at the United Nations in Vienna, one of only four UN headquarters worldwide. Founded in 1995 in Brussels, the EPA is a nonprofit association that fosters cooperation among law enforcement officers and security service members across Europe, including police officers, customs officials, and civilians. Through open exchanges and professional development, the EPA promotes a unified European police culture to strengthen public safety. Mr Heinz Habe, EPA General Director, presented the official insignia…

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European Network of Filipino Diaspora (ENFID) Austria demonstrates full support for ENFiD Germany in Gladbeck

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9 November 2024, Gladbeck, Germany – Representatives of the European Network of Filipino Diaspora (ENFiD) countries came together in a splendid Charity Ball in Gladbeck, Germany, demonstrating the network’s solidarity and commitment to social responsibility across borders and their support for ENFiD-Germany. The event brought together attendees from different parts of Germany and sponsors from other countries to support fundraising efforts for various charitable projects under ENFiD Germany. The event was a testament to ENFiD’s mission to engage and empower the Filipino diaspora in Europe, encouraging them to contribute to…

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