1st PACC “Pista sa Nayon” Brings Filipino Spirit to Velden am Wörthersee

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Velden am Wörthersee, Austria — August 16, 2025 — The Philippines-Austrian Community in Carinthia (PACC) proudly celebrated its first-ever “Pista sa Nayon” (Barrio Fiesta) in Velden am Wörthersee, marking a milestone of cultural pride, unity, and joyful togetherness. The event was a resounding success, bringing together Filipinos, Austrians, and friends from across communities to experience the warmth and vibrancy of Filipino traditions. The celebration featured colorful cultural highlights, delicious Filipino food, music, and games that delighted both young and old. One of the major attractions was the Nipa Hut photo…

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Day 4 – Bruck an der Mur to Kalsdorf bei Graz: Chasing Weather, Finding Rhythm

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August 21, 2025 – Thursday – We had officially reached the halfway mark of our bike tour: more than 280 kilometers pedaled since leaving Muhr. Today’s stage would take us from Bruck an der Mur to Kalsdorf bei Graz, just 10 kilometers shy of the Styrian capital itself. The morning began with a touch of doubt. The forecast had warned of rain, and over breakfast we debated whether the skies would cooperate. In the end, we decided not to let the weather dictate our plans. We packed our bags carefully,…

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Day 3 – From Judenburg to Bruck an der Mur: Castles, Circuits, and Slopes

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August 20, 2025 – Our night in Judenburg was restful, and after a filling breakfast at Hotel Schwerterbräu, right in the heart of town, we set off once again. Before rejoining the Murradweg, we made a short stop at St. Magdalena Church. Built in 1350, its Gothic walls hold centuries of history, and we paused for a quiet moment of personal prayer before continuing our journey. Today’s route would lead us nearly 80 kilometers south to Bruck an der Mur. Just like the day before, the terrain offered steady slopes…

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Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna will be “frugal but spectacular”

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No detailed information was disclosed about the total budget for the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna. It was only mentioned that it will be lower than this year’s event in Basel, according to ORF Director General Roland Weißmann on Wednesday. Nevertheless, he emphasized: “We are economical, but spectacular. That is the motto we have set ourselves.” Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna will be cheaper than ESC 2025 in Basel Currently, the budgeting phase for 2026 is underway. A “maximum budget” has been set for the ESC, emphasized the…

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Day Two: Finding Our Rhythm on the Murradweg

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August 19, 2025 – Ramingstein to Judenburg – Our stay at Gasthaus Durigon was comfortable, and after a solid night’s rest, we woke up refreshed and ready for the road ahead. A sumptuous breakfast of bread, cheese, eggs, and coffee gave us the fuel we needed for the second leg of our tour: Ramingstein to Judenburg, a distance of about 86 kilometers. By 9:15 a.m., we were back on our bikes, spirits high as we followed the Murradweg. The terrain was slightly sloping, which kept our legs busy but also…

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Bank card: If you do this, your PIN can be read via cell phone

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The Slovakian security software company ESET has uncovered a campaign in which criminals use a new type of Android malware to steal data from bank cards—including PINs—and forward it to a second, prepared cell phone. The aim is to make cash withdrawals directly at ATMs. Money gone because of Android malware: How the scam works For potential victims of the Android malware, it all starts with a text message in the name of the bank, as ESET explains in a press release. The hook often used is a tax refund.…

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Pedals in Motion: The Journey Begins

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August 18, 2025 – We woke up before sunrise, the air still cool and quiet. Excitement pushed away any trace of sleepiness as we double-checked our bags: helmets, water bottles, snacks, maps, and just enough clothes for a week on the road. Loading the bikes onto the car rack felt like a small ritual, the true beginning of our journey. By 8:00, we were rolling down the highway, the mountains slowly drawing nearer with every kilometer. After nearly four hours of driving, we reached Muhr, a tiny town tucked into…

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RAMBAK joined Paaralan sa Pasuguan 2025 with a Creative Kids’ Workshop

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Vienna, Austria — August 2025 – RAMBAK proudly took part in this year’s Paaralan sa Pasuguan 2025, hosted by the Embassy of the Philippines in Vienna. For the first time, we held a workshop exclusively for children, bringing together participants aged 7 to 17 years old for an afternoon of fun, creativity, and cultural exchange. In their three-hour session, the kids played an interactive quiz show, shared stories about their favorite Filipino dishes, and designed their hand-painted shopping bags to take home. The room was filled with laughter, curiosity, and…

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Bank transfers: New rule from October – affecting millions of bank customers

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In addition to paying with mobile services such as PayPal, bank transfers are the means to an end for many people. However, something is changing here, starting on October 9, 2025. That is when EU directives will become binding, which, among other things, are intended to guarantee greater security for money transfers. Bank transfers: what’s new Behind the new European Union regulation is the obligation, coming into force in January 2025, for banks to offer instant transfers at no additional cost. This should make it possible to send funds to…

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