Day: February 27, 2024

The black pin on the thermostat indicates which heating level is set—that much is clear. But that’s not its only function. If you want, you can also use it to lock your heating to a certain level. This can save you money if you have children in the household who like to fiddle with the controls. The black pin on the heater detects the controllerThe market for smart radiator thermostats is booming, especially since the last energy price crisis. No wonder; after all, clever use and setup of smart home…

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Why do we often find it difficult to let go of things even though they might not benefit us? Whether it’s a job, an object, a relationship, or a place to live, we often hold on to things even though they are not good for us or are long gone. The fact that we find it difficult to let go of old things and embrace new ones is partly due to the “fear of the consequences.” Why do we often struggle to abandon old behaviors, things, relationships, or places?Every loss…

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Speeding drivers, beware; starting Friday, your car could be gone: With the 34th amendment to the Road Traffic Act (StVO), from March 1, 2024, vehicles can be confiscated and subsequently auctioned off if they exceed 80 km/h in urban areas and 90 km/h outside urban areas.If there is already a relevant previous conviction, for example, due to participation in illegal car races, confiscation and forfeiture are already possible if the speed limit is exceeded by more than 60 km/h in urban areas and 70 km/h outside urban areas, the ÖAMTC…

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