You will receive a message that your payment was unsuccessful and your account will soon be blocked. In a panic, you click on the link and enter your details without thinking. That’s how easy it is to become a victim of fraud.Fraud scams on the Internet are becoming increasingly sophisticated and frequent. Phishing messages or links often appear to come from trustworthy providers. A current example is a fake text message circulating and purports to come from Netflix.A fraudulent text message is currently circulating that purports to come from Netflix…
Read MoreNew week brings spring weather with temperatures up to 20 degrees
According to the Geosphere forecast from Sunday, the coming week will be sunny and mild: Temperatures are expected to rise to highs of up to 20 degrees Celsius, with the mildest temperatures in the west of Austria. However, the lowest early temperatures will remain in the minus range. High air pressure will ensure sunshine and dry weather on Monday. The last of the early morning fog, which mainly appears in the Rhine and Inn valleys and other inner-Alpine basins and valleys, will usually clear quickly at the beginning of the…
Read MoreYouth Changemakers Forum at the United Nations Vienna Showcases Youth Leadership and Cross-Generational Collaboration
Vienna, Austria – The Youth Changemakers Forum (YCF) successfully convened an Intergenerational Forum at the United Nations Vienna, highlighting the power of youth engagement in shaping sustainable development and policy-making. Organized by the European Network of Filipino Diaspora (ENFiD), the Women’s Federation for World Peace International (WFWPI), and the United Nations Correspondents Association Vienna (UNCAV), the event gathered young leaders, diplomats, academics, and civil society representatives to foster meaningful dialogue on youth participation in global decision-making. The Forum featured an esteemed lineup of speakers, including Dr. Jane Gerardo-Abaya, President of…
Read MoreThe color of the banana: A key to taste and nutritional value
The color of a banana reveals its ripeness and how its ingredients can affect your health. According to Girlfriend, each stage offers unique benefits from green to brown bananas. Green bananas: the source of starch Green bananas, which are still unripe and firm, contain particularly high levels of resistant starch. This acts like fiber, reaching the undigested large intestine and supporting intestinal flora there. In addition, resistant starch stabilizes blood sugar levels and promotes a long-lasting feeling of satiety. Pectin, a soluble fiber in green bananas, contributes to better digestion.…
Read MoreWhy you shouldn’t clean your ears with cotton buds
Earwax protects the ear canal. The sebaceous glands on the skin produce this mixture of fats to keep the skin’s pH value low, making it harder for germs to survive. The protective layer also traps tiny foreign bodies that have no business in the ear. Lard in the ear, therefore, has nothing to do with a lack of hygiene. It only turns brown when it comes into contact with air. The risksUnder no circumstances should you try to remove the wax from your ear with cotton buds. “It doesn’t work,”…
Read More“China meets Mozart, Mozart meets China” Concert at Mozarthaus Vienna
Vienna, 25 February 2025—The Konfuzius-Institut an der Universität Wien hosted an exceptional evening of music at the historic Mozarthaus Vienna. The concert “China meets Mozart, Mozart meets China” brought together the elegance of Austrian and Chinese musical traditions. The event featured outstanding performances by pianists LIAO Shiqin, ZHANG Chenrui, and LIU Hanmei, pipa virtuoso HUANG Yanan, baritone LI Yaxi, and violinist XU Fang Fei, who captivated the audience with a diverse and inspiring repertoire. The program included: ???? Edward Grieg – An der Frühling???? Huang Yanan – Original Composition???? Xi…
Read MoreExpired Best Before Date? What You Can Still Eat Without Worrying
We’ve all been there—standing in front of the fridge or pantry, eyeing a product with an expired best-before date, wondering if it’s still safe to eat. The good news? In many cases, the date on the packaging doesn’t mean the food is instantly bad. In fact, many foods remain safe to eat well beyond their best-before date if stored properly. Best Before vs. Expiry Date: What’s the Difference? First, it’s essential to understand the difference: Best Before Date: This indicates when the food is freshest regarding taste, texture, and nutritional…
Read More“Too many harmful substances and sugar” in rice and corn cakes
Rice or corn cakes are considered a healthy snack, especially for children. The Association for Consumer Information (VKI) tested 22 products – eight rice cakes, seven children’s rice cakes and seven corn cakes, most organic. The results were disappointing: “Two of the children’s products scored ‘good’, three of the rice cakes and one of the corn cakes.” On the other hand, two organic rice cakes were only “less satisfactory” due to their contaminant content. The products were purchased in organic stores, discount stores, drugstores, and supermarkets. The majority of rice…
Read MoreVienna Boys Choir’s 8th Class Shines in Chorus Juventus Concert Led by Mark Tullao
19 February 2025, Vienna, Austria – The Vienna Boys Choir’s 8th Class, under the remarkable leadership of Mark Tullao, delivered a mesmerizing performance at the Chorus Juventus concert on 19 February 2025 in the Hofburg Kapelle. The evening was a testament to the choir’s musical excellence and the extraordinary talent of Mark Tullao, who showcased his multifaceted artistry as a singer, drummer, pianist, and conductor. The program opened with Johannes Brahms’s heartfelt rendition of Waldesnacht, setting the tone for an evening of musical brilliance. This was followed by Zigeunerleben by…
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