Why the Moon Captivates Us

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A full moon has long been blamed for strange moods, restless nights, and impulsive decisions. The idea that lunar light can stir something deep within us is one of humanity’s oldest beliefs — and while modern science has dismissed many of the wilder claims, researchers are discovering that the story isn’t as simple as “myth versus fact.” Some lunar effects may be subtle, but they are not entirely imaginary. For ancient cultures, the Moon was more than a celestial body — it was a clock, a compass, and a symbol…

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Why You Should Stop Eating Three Hours Before Bed

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Many people eat late at night — dinner gets delayed, and a snack often follows before sleep. But new research suggests that when you eat may matter just as much as what you eat, especially for heart health. A recent study found that finishing your last meal at least three hours before bedtime can improve blood pressure, heart rate, and blood sugar levels — even without reducing calories. Timing Instead of Dieting Researchers at Northwestern Medicine studied 39 overweight adults at increased risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes.…

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Austria Records Its Gloomiest February Since 2018

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February was unusually dull and wet this year, marking the cloudiest February in Austria since 2018. Sunshine levels were about 25 percent below the long‑term average, according to Geosphere Austria. Precipitation, on the other hand, was nearly 50 percent higher than normal. Temperatures made it the fourteenth‑warmest February ever recorded in the country. “Compared with the recent climate period from 1991 to 2020, February 2026 was 2.4°C warmer in Austria’s lowlands and 2.7°C warmer in the mountains. Relative to the 1961–1990 period, the month was 3.3°C warmer in the lowlands…

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Spring Settles In: What to Expect from This Week’s Weather

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Spring is moving in across the country, bringing a week of mild, sunny weather according to Sunday’s forecast from Geosphere. Temperatures will feel increasingly spring‑like, with highs reaching up to 18°C as high‑pressure conditions take over. Early Week: A Few Showers, Then More Sun At the start of the week, isolated rain showers are still possible before clearer, sunnier conditions spread in. Tuesday: Mostly Sunny, Increasing Showers Near the Alps Apart from some shallow fog—mainly in the western Danube Valley and occasionally in the east and southeast—the day starts bright.…

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Rising Pollen Levels: Austria Braces for an Intense Allergy Season

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Austria is facing a high pollen load as sunny weather and mild temperatures set in. Because many plants are producing large numbers of catkins this year, experts expect pollen concentrations to exceed last year’s levels. Allergy sufferers are preparing with medication and other remedies. “This will be a strong season for hazel and alder,” predicted Maximilian Bastl, head of the Vienna Pollen Service. Both the common hazel (Corylus avellana) and the Turkish hazel (Corylus colurna) are currently in bloom. Among the alders, the black alder (Alnus glutinosa) has already reached…

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UK enforces digital entry permit – transition period ends

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After the end of a transition phase, entering the United Kingdom has no longer been possible without a digital entry permit (ETA) since Wednesday. From now on, anyone who has not purchased the authorization online in advance for £16 (around €19) will be denied boarding by airlines and ferry operators. Citizens of all ages from 85 countries — including EU member states, the United States, and Canada — must present the permit in order to enter the UK, the British Home Office explained. A separate entry permit must be obtained…

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The Biology of Being Kind

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Kindness acts like a quiet, steady medicine for both body and mind. It lowers stress, strengthens our social bonds, and even influences how long we live. A feature on why kindness is good for our health can unfold across several layers — biological, psychological, and social — showing how something so simple can have such profound effects. Acts of kindness trigger a cascade of physiological responses that support well‑being. Emotional Benefits That Build Resilience Kindness doesn’t just make us feel good in the moment — it shapes long-term emotional health.…

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824,400 injured: Most accidents happen at home

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In 2025, hospitals in Austria treated 824,400 people for accident-related injuries, either as outpatients or inpatients. According to the Austrian Road Safety Board (KFV), this represents a 2% increase compared to the previous year. Treatment costs rose by 7%, reaching three billion euros. Most injuries occurred at home (334,500 cases), followed by leisure and recreational sports (280,700), work and school (111,400), and traffic accidents (97,800). Accidents at home on the rise “The greatest risk of accidents is within your own four walls,” said KFV Director Christian Schimanofsky at a press…

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Why We Have to Wait Another Month for Daylight Saving Time

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On the last Sunday in March, clocks are moved forward from 2:00 a.m. to 3:00 a.m., marking the start of Daylight Saving Time. This year, the change takes place during the night of March 29. The “lost” hour will be returned at the end of October when winter time begins again. Many people still have clocks that were never adjusted after the last time change in autumn — whether it’s the digital clock on an old oven, the one in grandma’s kitchen, or the display in the car. For anyone…

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