Cardinal Christoph Schönborn bids farewell as archbishop with thanksgiving service

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Cardinal Christoph Schönborn was bid farewell after almost 30 years as Archbishop of Vienna at a thanksgiving service in St. Stephen’s Cathedral on Saturday. He was honoured by Federal President Alexander Van der Bellen as “Pontifex austriacus”. In his sermon, Schönborn appealed to “have a heart for refugees” and emphasized “the good coexistence of religions” in Austria. Schönborn will turn 80 on January 22, when the Pope is expected to finally accept his resignation. Around 3,000 people attended the service in St. Stephen’s Cathedral, including Van der Bellen, who celebrated…

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This is the healthiest vegetable in the world

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Healthy eating is not easy. Luckily, studies give us an overview of what we should focus on—including vegetables. In one study, scientist Jennifer Di Noia compared different foods and their nutrients.The healthiest vegetables in the worldAccording to this study, only one vegetable achieves the recommended daily intake of 17 essential nutrients with just 100 calories: watercress. This rather unknown green vegetable scores with its spicy taste and incredible nutrient density. A small portion covers the daily dose of the most important vitamins and minerals—with minimal calories. Watercress goes perfectly in…

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Celebrating Tradition: The Filipino Community in Vienna Gears Up for the Sinulog-Santo Niño Festival on January 19, 2025

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The vibrant Filipino culture, rich in traditions and fervent religious practices, lends itself to communal celebrations that unite people. One of the most anticipated events on the calendar for the Filipino community in Vienna is the Sinulog-Santo Niño Festival, set to take place on 19 January 2025. Hosted by the Filipino chaplaincy in Vienna in collaboration with the Kapunungan sa mga Bisaya sa Austria, this event promises to deliver an enriching experience celebrating faith, culture, and community camaraderie. The Significance of the Sinulog Festival The Sinulog Festival, which is celebrated…

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Where do birthmarks come from, and why are they called so?

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Many people have birthmarks. We are usually only really interested in them when they cause problems. But there are many more exciting things to discover about these small spots on the skin, such as how they got their name in the first place. We should all keep a close eye on moles; that should be common knowledge. What is perhaps less well known is the origin of their name. Each one is differentA mole is formed from melanocytes, the cells that produce the pigment responsible for tanning the skin, which…

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New research shows how slowly we actually think

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The human brain is often considered the most complex organ in the body, yet much of its functioning remains unexplored. Despite decades of scientific research, much remains to learn about how the brain processes information and controls human behavior. New research has provided surprising insights into the brain’s ability to process thoughts and how it compares to its sensory systems. Conscious thoughts work at a slower pace.A study by the California Institute of Technology found that while the brain receives sensory information at a rate of over one billion bits…

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Weather in Austria at the weekend will be sunny and relatively mild

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An area of high pressure will ensure dry weather in Austria in the coming days. However, this means it will be very cold in the morning, with temperatures as low as minus ten degrees. However, according to the Geosphere Austria forecast, temperatures will climb back into the plus range during the day. Friday will generally continue with high pressure and plenty of sunshine. There will often be early morning fog in the lowlands, but this will usually clear. Fog or high fog will most persist in the eastern lowlands, Danube,…

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Austria: Climate bonus revoked but Climate ticket will not change

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The FPÖ and ÖVP presented the details of the budget agreement on Thursday! And there was one surprise: the climate ticket is staying. At a press conference in parliament on Thursday, FPÖ finance spokesman Hubert Fuchs and ÖVP parliamentary group chairman August Wöginger announced details of the savings plans that are currently the focus of the coalition negotiations.And there were a few surprises along the way! The climate bonus has been cancelled, but the climate ticket will remain. Only the free climate ticket for under-18s will be abolished. The previous…

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New passport—how expensive it could be in future

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Nothing has been finalized yet. On Thursday, coalition negotiators Hubert Fuchs (FPÖ) and August Wöginger did not reveal any details of their 6.39 billion euro savings package. At least Fuchs said, “The fees for passports and driving licenses have not been increased since 2011; we will make up for that.” An annual inflation increase in federal fees is actually planned, but the ÖVP finance ministers of recent years have always generously refrained from doing so. The extent to which they have followed suit has not yet been revealed. However, if…

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Newly Elected Officers of CFAA Inducted at Philippine Embassy in Vienna

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Vienna, Austria – The newly elected officers of the Council of Filipino Associations in Austria (CFAA) were formally inducted into office in a ceremony held at the Philippine Embassy in Vienna. Deputy Head of Mission and Consul General, Atty. Zoilo A. Velasco, officiated the induction and commended the strong partnership between the embassy and the Filipino community. Atty. Velasco highlighted the mutual achievements fostered by collaboration and expressed optimism for continued unity and cooperation under the new leadership. He emphasized that the embassy values its partnership with the CFAA, which…

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