Vienna increases prices for public transport tickets and parking by up to 30 percent

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Vienna is raising prices for public transport tickets and parking. The annual pass for Wiener Linien is increasing by over €100 (however, there is a discount for the digital version), and the parking sticker is jumping to €13 per month. Vienna is increasing the prices for public transport tickets and parking. Fares will rise by up to 30 percent. The annual ticket for Wiener Linien will cost 467 euros in the future instead of the previous 365 euros, although there is a discount for the digital version. Other tickets will…

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Why you shouldn’t charge your phone in bed

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Charging your cell phone at night? Convenient, but risky. Connecting your smartphone to the charging cable next to your bed can be dangerous. Almost everyone does it—and risks more than they realize. Checking WhatsApp in the evening, scrolling through Instagram, and then plugging your cell phone into the outlet right next to your bed? Convenient, yes—but also dangerous. And not just because of the radiation. When charging, the battery gets hot – and that can quickly become dangerous. “No device should be charged under such circumstances because heat can build…

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iPhone 17: All the details we know so far

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In the smartphone world, the end of summer means the launch of the new iPhone generation. As every year, Apple will present its iPhone models in September. This time, the event is eagerly awaited because an entirely new device is to be unveiled. Apple recently revealed the exact date of the presentation. It is set to take place on September 9. Leaked information has been trickling in for months, and countless leaks are haunting the internet. This already gives us a pretty concrete picture of what to expect from the…

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Arsenic in Rice: The Cooking Method That Cuts Toxin Levels Nearly in Half

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Rice is a staple food for more than half of the world’s population. Still, researchers have long warned that it can contain traces of arsenic—a naturally occurring toxic element linked to cancer, heart disease, and developmental problems. Unlike other grains, rice plants absorb arsenic more efficiently from soil and water, meaning the risk of exposure can be higher for frequent rice eaters. The good news: how you cook rice can make a big difference. The Problem with Arsenic in Rice Arsenic exists in two forms: organic and inorganic. The inorganic…

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Price increases—these are the costs motorists will face

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Parking fees in Vienna: From 2026, parking tickets and parking stickers will increase by 30%, and public transport tickets will also become more expensive. Revenue will be used to expand cycle paths. It’s not just public transport users who will have to dig deeper into their pockets from now on; costs for motorists will also skyrocket from 2026. As announced on September 1, 2025, parking in Vienna will become significantly more expensive. According to City Councillor for Finance Barbara Novak, the price increases represent an “indispensable contribution to financial stability.”…

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Total lunar eclipse visible over Austria

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Many people in Austria are likely to be looking up at the sky this coming Sunday, as there will be a total lunar eclipse. However, to actually see it, the sky must be clear. A total lunar eclipse can be observed in Austria on Sunday (September 7), weather permitting. The moon will rise at 7:21 p.m. (Vienna time) before the totality begins. While the first lunar eclipse of the year on March 14 was relatively modest, with the moon setting when only nine percent of it was eclipsed, the upcoming…

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Lower Austria Celebrates Diversity at “Fest der Begegnung”

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August 30, 2025 – Lower Austria – Lower Austria came alive on August 30, 2025, as communities gathered for the annual Fest der Begegnung, a vibrant celebration of culture, music, and food that showcased the strength of unity in diversity. The festival transformed the region into a meeting place of traditions from across the globe. Guests enjoyed culinary delights from different continents while being treated to a rich program of music and dance. The event underlined one message: togetherness thrives when cultures meet, share, and celebrate side by side. The…

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Celebrating 50 Years of Filipino Nurses in Austria

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On August 30, 2025, the golden anniversary of the 1975 batch of Filipino nurses in Austria was joyfully celebrated at the Marriott Hotel Vienna. The event paid tribute to the pioneering group of Filipino nurses who, five decades ago, arrived in Austria to serve in the country’s health sector. Their dedication and compassion not only strengthened Austria’s hospitals and care institutions but also paved the way for succeeding generations of Filipino healthcare professionals in Europe. Hosted by the Retired Filipino Nurses Association in Austria, the celebration brought together honorees, their…

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This is what the weather will be like next week

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September will start with changeable but warm late summer weather. However, the west is threatened with continuous rain on Tuesday, according to the gloomy forecast issued by Geosphere Austria on Sunday. On Thursday, the sun should be shining again across the whole country before a disturbance zone spreads on Friday. Monday will bring very sunny weather to the north, south, and east of the country. The sky will often be cloudless, with only a few cumulus clouds appearing in the mountains in the afternoon. In Vorarlberg and Tyrol, the day…

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