Month: May 2023

Austrian Weather: It’s getting warmer in the next few days

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The next few days will be warmer and gradually drier, Geosphere Austria informed in its forecast on Thursday. Weather ViennaIt should get up to 26 degrees next Sunday. But before Sunday are Friday and Saturday: on Friday, the day starts over the lowlands in the north and east, on the eastern edge of the Alps, and in southeastern Styria with residual clouds or partly tenacious high fog-like clouds. In the afternoon, however, partly sunny weather may prevail. Away from the foggy areas, however, there will be an alternation of sunshine…

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Bank warns against fake mails and SMS and also against fake employees

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The warning is urgent: particularly brazen fraudsters are going around. This time, they are targeting unsuspecting bank customers. The notice on the home page of Oberbank e-banking cannot be missed: “Attention! Increased incidence of fraud attempts,” the institute appeals to pay special attention. And further: the criminal activities of fraudsters on the Internet and the phone are increasing. “We therefore ask you to be generally cautious and to pay particular attention to the following current fraud patterns,” Oberbank says in the direction of its customers. The company points to three…

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WHO panel recommends adaptation of corona vaccines

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According to international experts, the ongoing adaptation of corona vaccines should forgo the virus of origin and target the current dominant virus strains. This was announced by the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Vaccine Advisory Panel in Geneva on Thursday. Vaccines on the market prevented severe disease, but protection against typical corona symptoms was “limited and less durable,” the panel found. “Covid-19 vaccines with new compositions are needed to improve protection against symptomatic courses of disease,” WHO advisers urged. Omicron derivativesCurrently, XBB.1 virus strains are the most prevalent globally. They are…

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Women are more at risk than men

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Cardiovascular diseases used to be considered typical “men’s diseases,” – but this is not the case. Women are at greater risk, especially for one of the most significant risk factors for heart attack and stroke, high blood pressure. There is now this warning from the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) on World Hypertension Day on Wednesday. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in women, said Angela Maas, former director of the cardiology women’s health program at Radboud MedUni in Nijmegen in the Netherlands. She said the risk for…

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2023 to 2027 are probably the warmest years since measurements began

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The global average temperature is very likely to climb more than 1.5 degrees above the pre-industrial level for the first time in one of the next five years. This was announced by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) today in Geneva. According to the WMO, 2023 to 2027 will likely be the warmest five years since measurements began. “There is a 98 percent probability that at least one of the next five years, as well as the entire five-year period, will be the warmest since records began,” the WMO said in…

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A Greenpeace check shows that foods can still be consumed two months after expiration

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The environmental organization Greenpeace tested several foods for their shelf life in a long-term check. It showed that many foods are still edible even two months after the expiration of the best-before date. Even two months (59 days) after the expiration of the best-before date (MHD), fresh eggs, Striezel, assorted bread, Selchroller, and cream cheese are harmless and still edible. Only hard-boiled eggs failed the test conducted by the Food Testing Institute (LVA). Proper storage can significantly minimize food waste – currently, up to 415,000 tons of edible food from…

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60 euros a month – government announces new bonus

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The Austrian government has unveiled a package for the financially disadvantaged to benefit families with children. Here’s what you need to know. In recent months, various crises have affected people: From the Corona crisis to the consequences of the Russian war of aggression on Ukraine to the energy crisis and the resulting high inflation worldwide. With three anti-inflation packages totaling 40 billion euros, the federal government has launched a wealth of inflation-curbing support in many areas; milestones include the abolition of cold progression and the valorization of family and social…

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UN calls for a radical rethink of the plastic industry

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On Tuesday, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) released a report proposing radical alternatives in the plastics industry to tackle the problem of global plastic pollution. It focuses on reuse, recycling, and a reorientation of production to initiate a market transformation for plastics from a throwaway economy to a circular economy.The report “Turning off the Tap,” stresses that everything possible must be done to make plastic recycling more profitable, promote sustainable plastic alternatives, and create consumer awareness. He said that regulatory tools are needed – which should lead to a…

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Seven Foods to fight cellulite

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With summer just approaching, many people are ready to wear swimsuits and show off their physiques. However, cellulite can be an annoying inconvenience and affect self-esteem. Fortunately, some foods can help fight cellulite. We’ll look at berries, tomatoes, watermelon, and many others. Let’s discover them together! TomatoTomato activates the natural production of collagen: it is an antioxidant and diuretic food, beneficial for the skin and blood circulation, and therefore, perfect for fighting cellulite. CitrusCitrus fruits contain plenty of vitamins C-these fruits help repair and protect tissue, counteracting aging and stimulating…

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