Philippine Embassy in Austria celebrates 30 years of Bilateral Relations with Slovenia

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On October 11, 2023, in Ljubljana, the Philippine Embassy in Vienna held a reception to mark the 30th anniversary of the beginning of diplomatic relations between the Philippines and Slovenia. The reception was attended by key officials from the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs (MFEA) led by Secretary-General Renata Cvelber Bek, the Ministry of Labour, Family, Social Affairs, and Equal Opportunities, business leaders, and representatives of the Filipino community in Slovenia. The MFEA Secretary-General Cvelbar Bek and the Philippine Ambassador to Slovenia, Evangelina Lourdes A. Bernas, acknowledged in their…

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Rice: health risks and more

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Rice helps with weight loss. It contains dietary fiber, a non-digestible component of carbohydrates that aids in regular bowel movements, may lower cholesterol, and can aid in weight loss.Rice is effective in reducing cancer. It contains antioxidants that help keep free radicals from damaging cells.Rice allergy is rare but may develop with symptoms similar to wheat and gluten allergies. Rice is an excellent source of carbohydrates for celiac individuals because it is gluten-free.Rice is rich in B-complex vitamins, an excellent option for vegan individuals, which have a positive effect on…

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“Call police immediately!” – Acid warning for the whole of Vienna

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Vienna police warn of a dangerous and reckless burglary scam. Unknown persons use acid on doors, which injures residents. For months, the Vienna Provincial Criminal Police Office has been investigating several burglaries throughout the city, in which the as-yet-unknown perpetrators use corrosive acid to access apartments. The most recent such burglaries occurred in Leopoldstadt, Brigittenau and Floridsdorf, according to the Vienna Provincial Police Directorate. Due to the high level of danger, police are issuing a warning to the entire population and are asking for special attention: “If you find any…

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Cold front changes weather situation in Austria completely

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Beginning with the weekend, the weather is on its erratic but warm side. But this will finally end on Sunday. At the beginning of the weekend, the weather situation changed a bit. The high “Tora” is initially still weather-determining, but it gradually loses its influence and retreats to the Mediterranean. On Saturday, the cold front of the low “Simon,” which has its center over northern Sweden, finally makes landfall, bringing a sharp drop in temperature across the Alpine region. The cold front finally moves through on Sunday, and “Verena” is…

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iOS 17.1 coming soon: These are the new iPhone features

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With the launch of the new iPhone models, Apple has also provided its phones with the latest version of iOS. With iOS 17, the iPhones have received some innovations that breathe a whole new life into the devices – we’re talking about the standby mode, among other things. Now, the first significant update to iOS 17.1 is due. In addition to ironing out minor bugs, there are some new setting options. Design changes and completely new features are also included. Here is an overview of the innovations in iOS 17.1,…

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Earth’s water balance in danger

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Geneva. According to the UN, our planet is heading for a catastrophic water crisis. A new report from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) reveals that the Earth’s water cycle is out of balance due to the climate crisis and human intervention. By 2022, more than half of river and reservoir patterns deviated significantly from average, according to the alarming report, “State of Global Water Resources 2022.” More than 3.6 billion people—nearly 40% of the world’s population—do not have adequate access to drinking water for at least one month of the…

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Extension of border controls with Slovakia

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Austria’s Interior Minister Gerhard Karner announced an extension of border controls with Slovakia for another 20 days in a press conference on Thursday. The department head referred to corresponding talks with his Czech Republic and Poland counterparts. Border controls with Slovakia started in the previous weekThe border controls began on October 4 and were limited to ten days. The argument was that smuggling routes should be prevented. The step is being taken in close coordination with the Czech Republic, which, together with Poland, has extended border controls with Slovakia and…

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Today, October 13 is World Day Against Breast Cancer

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According to Statistics Austria, 30 percent of all new cancer cases in women were breast cancer in 2022. This continues to be the most common cancer in women. World Metastatic Breast Cancer Day on October 13 aims to draw attention to this. Eighty-seven percent of those affected survive the disease thanks to improved early detection measures and advances in therapy. Around 1,700 women (and 20 men) died each year in recent years due to breast cancer. World Metastatic Breast Cancer Day is on October 13.The cancer has already metastasized at…

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At the weekend comes the significant weather fall

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For the time being, Austria’s peaceful late-summer weather has ended: From night to Sunday, a cold front will reach Austria, which will cause a significant cooling. In the morning, the experts of Geosphere Austria forecast locally also minus temperatures. In the north and east, Friday will start with a few remaining clouds, but sunshine will soon prevail here. Otherwise, the sun will shine from early to late, and it will be hot for this time of year in the afternoon. In the Danube region, a moderate westerly wind will blow…

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