Month: August 2024

The best chance to see the Perseids

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Shooting stars will light up the night sky again this weekend. We’ll tell you how to best see the Perseids. In the late summer nights, nothing is more beautiful and calming than a beautiful night sky with twinkling stars. It becomes all the more beautiful when that magical dust burns up in the earth’s atmosphere and brings us wishes. “The chances are best at midnight on August 12, when the half-moon is set. That’s when it’s darkest,” explains Eric Buttini, head of the astrophysics department at the National Museum of…

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25 qualified nurses from the Philippines will support the staff in various departments of the Wels hospital

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The Wels-Grieskirchen Hospital in Austria is set to receive a much-needed boost in staffing with the arrival of 25 qualified nursing professionals from the Philippines. Among these dedicated individuals, two Filipino nurses and one male nurse will join the hospital staff to support and relieve the existing team. This influx of skilled healthcare workers is a welcome development for the hospital, which is facing challenges due to staffing shortages. In a recent interview conducted by OÖ Nachrichten, some Filipino nurses shed light on their decision to choose Austria as their…

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Now it’s raining shooting stars | Spectacle in the sky

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This year’s sky constellation does not offer bad conditions for observing the annual meteor stream of the Perseids: The maximum phenomenon on Monday (August 12) falls in the afternoon or early evening hours in this country. According to the Vienna Working Group for Astronomy (WAA), many sightings can be expected after that, which, assuming a clear view of the night sky, should hardly be disturbed by moonlight. Every year in mid-August, the Earth crosses the path of comet 109P/Swift-Tuttle, whose dust trail produces the Perseids shooting star shower. This happens…

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Understanding Social Phobia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

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Social phobia, also known as social anxiety disorder, is one of the most common mental health conditions affecting people worldwide. It is characterized by an intense fear of social situations where an individual may feel judged, embarrassed, or scrutinized by others. This article delves into the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for social phobia, offering insight into how to manage and overcome this often debilitating condition. 1. What is Social Phobia? Social phobia, or social anxiety disorder, is more than just shyness or occasional nervousness in social situations. It’s a…

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Midsummer heat awaits us until Tuesday

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It won’t be changeable again in the country until Tuesday—until then, there will be plenty of opportunity to splash around!High summer temperatures of up to 35 degrees are expected in Austria in the coming days. The weekend will be mostly sunny, with only a few clouds and isolated warm thunderstorms that may form, especially in the country’s southwest. The weather will become more changeable starting on Tuesday.Midsummer returns on Saturday, and sunshine will predominate. During the day, there may be some harmless clouds in the north, east, and mountains. In…

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New record for climate bonus – a total of 8,688,437 people in Austria are eligible this year

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From the fall, between 145 and 290 euros will be paid to all eligible persons in Austria. The Climate Ministry is talking about a record.The climate bonus is now entering its third round. From fall 2024—last year, it started at the beginning of September—between 145 and 290 euros will be paid out per person. According to information provided by the Climate Ministry of Leonore Gewessler, a total of 8,688,437 people in Austria are eligible this year More than 90 percent, or 7,841,515 people, will have the climate bonus transferred directly…

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Unplugging your appliances: How you can save money while on vacation

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Going on vacation costs a lot of money. It’s good to know that a few simple steps can save you a lot of money while you’re on vacation. You yourself are on vacation, but everything continues as usual within your own four walls? That doesn’t have to be the case. Treat yourself and your home to a break, which will also benefit your wallet. Simply removing the fuse is probably the most radical solution. But this is not necessarily advisable, as there are appliances that you should never unplug. Here’s…

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Why Olympic Athletes Bite Their Medals: A Tradition Explored

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When you think of the Olympics, several iconic images likely come to mind: the lighting of the Olympic torch, the display of national flags, and athletes proudly standing on the podium. One of the most enduring and curious traditions involves medal-winning athletes biting their medals during photo sessions. This practice has become so ingrained in the Olympic culture that it almost seems like an official part of the medal ceremony. But why do athletes bite their medals? Let’s dive into this unique tradition’s history, symbolism, and reasons. The Historical Origins…

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Terror plans: Taylor Swift’s Vienna concerts canceled!

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A bang after the large-scale operation in Lower Austria in which a 19-year-old was arrested on suspicion of terrorism. As the target of the attack would have been one of Taylor Swift’s concerts, the organizers decided to cancel all three megastar’s concerts on Wednesday evening. Dismantling was underway outside and inside the stadium.As the organizer, Barracuda Music, announced on Wednesday evening, the decision was made not to hold the concerts due to the terrorist threat. “Due to confirmation from government officials of a planned terrorist attack at the Ernst Happel…

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