Opening of PhiVA League 2023 in Vienna

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The Philippine Volleyball League opening day in Austria (PhiVA) was conducted on September 16, 2023, at the Rundhalle, Steigenteschgasse, 1220 Vienna. Four youth teams—Pinoyrelax Acers, Hotshots, Igorot Warriors, and Lotus Impact—and four adult teams—NBS, Volleybee, Beng Bros, and Vienna Dream Team—participated. After singing the Philippine National Anthem, an introductory prayer was given for God’s Supreme guidance to all teams, parents, and everyone supporting the club and the league. Four volleyball players still playing with Shamama Sports and Kultur Verein served as match officials. A motivational speech from Johann Fabits, a…

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Repair bonus: These new rules now apply

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Starting Monday, September 25, the nationwide repair bonus from the Ministry of Climate Change can be claimed again. The bonus is now resuming after a summer break with tightened security after several fraud cases were exposed in June, in which businesses had faked repairs and pocketed the subsidy. The grant will now be paid directly to customers and will no longer be billed through repair stores. For this, however, customers have to pre-finance the repair and disclose the account to which the subsidy will be transferred when applying for the…

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The new iPhone 15 – some features

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Apple has not changed anything in the form factor. There are no notable differences in the dimensions and weight of the iPhone 15. The materials used have also remained the same. However, you will notice a difference if you hold the iPhone 15. The aluminum frame’s edges have a small amount of bevelling. This gives the device a softer impression, as it feels “softer” in the hand. In contrast, the edges of the iPhone 14 were still really “angular.” While the surface was still glossy on last year’s iPhone, it…

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This is why you should not use residual water in the kettle.

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Often, when making tea, there is still some water left in the kettle. But can you continue to use it? In some instances, this is not a good idea. Because the water can contain germs and harmful residues, germs can be killed when the water is boiled. However, germs can form again if the water is stored for a long time or at too low a temperature. Therefore, residual water should not be stored for more than one day and should always be covered. People with weak immune systems, pregnant…

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How to boost your vitamin D levels before winter

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As the summer heat subsides and the leaves begin to fall, it’s only a matter of time before we reach for our scarves and hats. However, scientists recommend taking as much vitamin D as possible before the dark and cold months begin. The first thing you can do to meet your vitamin D needs is to use a sun lamp, but that doesn’t mean you should make an appointment for a tanning bed. The ultraviolet radiation from tanning equipment can cause cancer, but getting a unique lamp shouldn’t be a…

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Vignettes: New prices and new categories from 2024

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Starting in 2024, there will be a new freeway vignette, especially for occasional drivers in Austria. In addition, the prices will be newly staggered. Ten days, two months, or a whole year—that’s how long the familiar freeway toll stickers are valid, which have been stuck to windshields in Austria since 1997 or can now be redeemed digitally. A completely new fourth vignette will now extend these three versions into 2024. The government put this on track in the Council of Ministers on Wednesday as part of an amendment to the…

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Experts warn of a dangerous heavy rain-hail-thunderstorm mix in Austria

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The warm, late summer weather is over for the next few days. In some places, even a red warning level has been declared. Today, Friday will be divided into two parts: From Vorarlberg to Upper Carinthia, clouds dominate, and heavy rain sometimes falls. Otherwise, it will initially remain dry, and the sun will still shine frequently, especially in the east and southeast. In the afternoon, the rain will also spread to the north; in the northeast, isolated showers or thunderstorms will pass through. In the southeast, the wind will blow…

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The right time for vaccinations

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Since school started, it’s been hard to miss: More children and adults are getting sick. The COVID-19-based monitoring numbers are already rising, and an intense flu season could be on the horizon, too. You can protect yourself with vaccinations. But when is the right time for which vaccination? Regardless of the individual’s prior immunizations, only one coronavirus vaccination is advised this year. Appointments can already be booked online and by phone, says Katharina Reich, Director General for Public Health, in an interview with Ö1, adding that the vaccine delivery has…

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Repair bonus restarts after fraud cases – this time customers have to pay in advance

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According to the Climate Protection Ministry, a “second chance for electrical appliances” should be the repair bonus, And the repair bonus is now also getting a second chance. After accumulating fraud cases, the campaign was paused in the summer. As of September 25, it will continue with an “additional safety net,” according to the ministry. Up to 50% of the repair costs for damaged electrical appliances, including smartphones, toasters, televisions, and lawnmowers, are covered by the repair bonus. The maximum funding amount per repair is 200 euros. People residing in…

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