Vocalismo Choral Group to Perform in Vienna and Beyond This Week

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Vienna, 15 July 2025— Music lovers are invited to experience the rich harmonies of the Vocalismo Choral Group, under the baton of renowned Maestro Prof. Dr. Lester Delgado, as they bring their vocal artistry to multiple venues in and around Vienna this week. The group’s first performance takes place today, Tuesday, 15 July, at noon at the Rotunda of the Vienna International Centre, promising a midday treat of choral excellence. Later this evening, they will hold a Mass and mini-concert at 18:30 at the Salvator am Wienerfeld Church, blending sacred…

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70th Eurovision Song Contest: Austria plans anniversary show for 2026

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The anniversary edition of the Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) is just around the corner: in 2026, the international music competition will celebrate its 70th anniversary in Austria. The Alpine Republic owes this honor to the magnificent triumph of Johannes Pietsch (24) from Vienna, who won the ESC 2025 in Basel as JJ, thereby bringing the event to his home country. The Austrian Broadcasting Corporation (ORF) is now responsible for organizing the anniversary show. Despite the austerity measures imposed on the broadcaster, Vice-Chancellor and Minister of Culture Andreas Babler (52) promptly…

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Well prepared for your vacation: Five travel tips you should definitely know

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These five tips will help you avoid unpleasant surprises on vacation and ensure greater safety and comfort when traveling. 1. Check your travel documents in good time Without valid travel documents, your dream vacation can quickly turn into a nightmare. Therefore, check early on whether your passport is still valid for entry—in many countries, this is six months before expiry. A driver’s license is not considered a travel document! Find out in good time about any visa requirements for your holiday destination or countries you will be traveling through. If…

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How to Be More Mindful When Using Technology in Everyday Life

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In today’s fast-paced digital world, technology is woven into nearly every aspect of our lives. While it offers immense convenience and connectivity, constant engagement with devices can lead to distraction, stress, and disconnection from the present moment. Practicing mindfulness with technology is essential to maintain balance and well-being. To start, create intentional tech boundaries. Allocate specific times for checking emails or social media instead of being constantly available. Using features like “Do Not Disturb” or scheduling screen-free periods, especially before bed, can significantly improve focus and sleep quality. Be present…

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Warning! Fake WKO subsidy emails in circulation

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Fraudsters are sending fake emails on behalf of the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber (WKO/WKÖ) asking recipients to apply for alleged government innovation subsidies. The emails contain deceptively genuine-looking sender addresses such as “Service@wko.vH.at” or “service@wko.qn.at” and claim to provide several links to official application forms on wko.at. However, these links lead to malicious websites that are used to steal sensitive company data and personal or financial information. The WKO expressly emphasizes that it is not the sender of these emails and urgently warns against opening the links contained therein or…

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More plastic in oceans than previously thought

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The amount of plastic in the oceans may have been significantly underestimated to date. When measuring plastic particles in the nanometer range, a research team discovered that their mass is probably greater than that of visible plastics and microplastics combined. The measurement data comes from twelve locations in the North Atlantic, from coastal marine areas to the deep sea, and from temperate climates to the subtropics. The study by the research team led by Dušan Materić from the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) in Leipzig has now been published…

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Should you eat spicy food in hot weather? Fact-checking summer myths

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The Association for Consumer Information (VKI) has fact-checked various summer myths. Isotonic drinks in extreme heat? “For everyday life and normal physical activity, even in sweaty summer temperatures, the tried-and-tested classics of water, mineral water, and unsweetened tea are sufficient,” explains VKI nutritionist Teresa Bauer. During intense physical activity lasting longer than an hour (e.g., long hikes or extended bike rides), the body loses not only fluid but also essential minerals through increased sweating. “Isotonic drinks can help to compensate for this loss quickly,” says Teresa Bauer. “However, expensive sports…

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Austria ranks 13th among the world’s most visited countries

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After five years, global tourism has returned to the level it was at before the coronavirus pandemic. Around 1.47 billion international arrivals were recorded last year. This is according to data from the World Tourism Organization, UN Tourism, which regularly publishes statistics on global travel behavior. Austria recorded 32.2 million arrivals last year and ranks 13th. France ranks first with 102 million tourist arrivals. A ranking provides insight into which countries are trending or still popular and also which are less in demand than before. The latest list is based…

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Eurostat: EU population reaches record high of 450 million due to migration

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Immigration to the European Union pushed the Union’s population to a record high of 450.4 million people last year, according to Eurostat data released on Friday. Since 2012, the EU has recorded more deaths than births each year, meaning that migration is the only driver of population growth. “The observed population growth can largely be attributed to increased migration movements after COVID-19,” according to Eurostat. In 2024, the EU gained 1.07 million new residents, with a positive net migration of 2.3 million people offsetting a natural population decline of 1.3…

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