Inflation continued to fall in Austria in February, reaching 4.3 percent, according to a flash estimate by Statistics Austria. This is the lowest figure since December 2021. In January, prices for goods and services had risen by 4.5 percent for the year. “Food prices, in particular, are currently driving inflation much less than a year ago,” says Tobias Thomas, head of Statistics Austria. This means that the trend of a sharp fall in the inflation rate has not continued for the time being. At the beginning of the year, consumer…
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Fasting: why giving up food is so good
The first few months of the year are an ideal time to give our bodies a thorough spring clean. Fasting has been a popular method for decades and goes far beyond a religious or cultural practice. Abstaining from food cleanses and renews our bodies. But what is the best way to get started, and which is the most effective? In their book “Fasting for You!”, fasting experts Nicole Fürderer, Britta Kleweken, and Erik Schmelter answer the most important questions on the subject and provide numerous tips for beginners. In contrast…
Read MoreComeback of winter in March?
The past February was mild but accompanied by gloomy weather. Snow and frost were largely absent in the lowlands, but a high pollen count caused discomfort. How does this weather situation affect the outlook for March? Greetings from North AfricaThe Italian low-pressure system YUE is moving away, and the high-pressure system IVO is bringing temporary dry weather. However, Saharan dust is still in the air and could cause cloudy, sunny spells. Temperatures will range between 8 and 18 degrees – a foretaste of spring. Weekend at a glance: Italian Low…
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