Pangasinenses in Austria Begin Preparations for Feast of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary of Manaoag

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Vienna, Austria — September 30, 2025 – The Association of Pangasinenses in Austria has begun preparations for the Feast of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary of Manaoag with a nine-day novena that started on September 26, 2025. The novena prayers and masses are being held daily at the Filipino Catholic Chaplaincy in Wienerfeld, 1010 Vienna, drawing a steady stream of devotees. The novena will conclude on Sunday, October 5, 2025, which marks the main day of the feast. Organizers say the devotion has already attracted Filipinos not only from…

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New SMS scam threatens more and more cell phone users

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“Wrong number” SMS messages are a growing scam trend. Here’s how to recognize the scam and protect yourself from significant financial losses. A short message, seemingly sent at random, appears completely harmless at first glance. But it is precisely this opening line – “Hey, are you Sarah?” or similarly banal questions – that is the start of a scam that is currently on the rise worldwide. These so-called “wrong number” text messages are not random occurrences, but part of a systematic method used by criminals to steal personal data, money,…

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Weather forecast: The first sub-zero temperatures are coming our way in the morning hours

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Do you feel the same way? It feels like just yesterday we were putting our bare feet in the grass, sand, or water—and now that summer is over, thick socks are the order of the day. At least in the morning hours, which will really give us the cold shoulder in the coming week: By Friday, we could even see the first sub-zero temperatures in northern Styria, and even in Graz, the highest temperatures will be around 2 or 3 degrees Celsius when we get up in the morning. At…

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Which Countries Have the Highest Income Taxes — And Why

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In 2025, several countries stand out for having the highest top marginal personal income tax rates, particularly in Europe. These are rates that apply only to the highest income brackets, not what everyone pays. Still, they offer a glimpse into how different nations structure tax burdens and social welfare systems. Top Countries by Highest Personal Income Tax Rates Some of the highest marginal income tax rates around the world are: Country Top Marginal Rate* Denmark 55.9% France 55.4% Austria 55% Finland 55 % Spain 54% (national + regional taxes) Belgium…

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Overview: These changes are coming to Austrians in October

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Real-time transfers, the end of Windows 10 updates, and much more: In October 2025, Austrian citizens can expect a number of changes. You can find an overview here. In October 2025, several important changes will come into effect in Austria that will affect the everyday lives of citizens. These range from innovations in payment transactions to the end of support for Windows 10 and the switch to winter time. There is also a new feature at Finanz Online. You can find the details here. New rules for bank transfers: What…

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Why can’t some people say hello?

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Saying hello is one of those things. Some people call out a friendly greeting from afar, sometimes accompanied by a cheerful wave. Others remain stubbornly silent, no matter how clearly you say “hello.” Anyone who has ever entered a doctor’s waiting room with a cheerful greeting and been punished with audible silence knows what we’re talking about. But it’s not just the sick and miserable who sometimes find moving their lips as strenuous as lifting a car with one hand. The same thing happens in the elevator at work, in…

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Why Viennese residents will receive a warning on their cell phones on October 4

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On Saturday, October 4, an Austria-wide civil defense test alarm will take place. In addition to the sirens, the AT-Alert cell phone warning system will also be activated in Vienna. On Saturday, October 4, 2025, sirens will sound throughout Austria between 12:00 p.m. and 12:45 p.m. – including in Vienna. In addition, people in the federal capital will once again receive a warning message directly on their cell phones this year. The reason for this is the AT-Alert system, which has been an integral part of the test alarm since…

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mdw young research award 2025 presented: Austro-Filipino Mark Tullao receives award

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Six outstanding final projects from the fields of music and performing arts honored Vice Rector Barbara Strack-Hanisch with the award winners “The young research award is an Austria-wide initiative of the mdw for the early promotion of scientific and artistic-scientific talent. I am very pleased that the award has once again met with a great response this year and that it has been possible to highlight the diversity of the arts in schools.” On September 25, 2025, the third MDW Young Research Award was presented at the MDW – University…

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Italy brings new super train to Austria

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On Friday, Italian State Railways (FS—Ferrovie dello Stato) unveiled its latest high-speed train, the “Frecciarossa 1000.” The train, which can reach speeds of over 300 kilometers per hour, is capable of operating not only in Italy but also on seven European rail networks in Austria, Germany, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Belgium, France, and Spain. The new train will officially go into service this coming Sunday. With an investment of over €1.3 billion, 36 Frecciarossa 1000 trains will be delivered, with an option for a further ten and a delivery schedule of…

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