Month: August 2025

Eating French fries three times a week significantly increases the risk of diabetes

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According to a study, eating three servings of French fries per week increases the risk of diabetes by around 20 percent. Eating a similar amount of potatoes in boiled, baked, or mashed form is not as harmful, according to a study published in the British Medical Journal. Specifically, it concerns the risk of type 2 diabetes, also known as adult-onset diabetes, which can be caused by predisposition, but above all by obesity and lack of exercise. Potatoes contain a lot of vitamin C, magnesium, and fiber. Still, they also contain…

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Next heat wave rolling in: This is how hot it will get in Austria

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After weeks of rain, the next heatwave is just around the corner. As meteorologists from Geosphere Austria predicted on Friday, the high-pressure weather will continue. Temperatures of up to 36 degrees are expected. It will be very sunny, with thunderstorms only possible again on Tuesday. Highest temperature on Saturday The sun will shine again on Saturday, and it will be very hot. In the morning, it will often be cloudless, with a few cumulus clouds forming over the mountains in the afternoon. At the same time, high veil clouds will…

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Red, yellow, or green? These apples are the healthiest

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Do you prefer sweet red or tart green? When it comes to apples, it’s not just the taste that matters. When it comes to nutrients, color is important. Apples are one of the most popular fruits among Austrians: according to Statistics Austria, each of us consumes an average of 16.5 kilograms of apples per year. The most popular varieties are Gala and Golden Delicious. But did you know that not all apples are the same and that color has an influence on nutrients? Although all apples are green at first,…

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iPhone 17: All the details we know so far

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In the smartphone world, the end of summer means the launch of the new iPhone generation. As every year, Apple will present its iPhone models in September. This time, the event is eagerly awaited because an entirely new device is set to be unveiled. Leaked information has been trickling in for months, and countless leaks are haunting the internet. This already gives a relatively concrete picture of what to expect from the iPhone 17 models. We have summarized all the details that are already known. iPhone 17 iPhone 17 Air…

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You should never unplug these 3 devices—everyone has them at home

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Standby mode is not the best way to save electricity. It is worth unplugging devices completely. However, what many people don’t know is that the type of electrical appliance is crucial. Some have problems when their power supply is cut off. Unplug or switch off? There is a difference Whether you unplug the device or press the switch to deactivate it makes a difference, at least for your wallet. This is because many electrical appliances continue to consume power even when they are switched off. These include televisions, radios, LCD…

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Anti-aging foods: Black tea and berries keep you young

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Tea and berries contribute to healthier aging, as a recent study shows. People who regularly drink black tea, snack on berries, or eat apples may not only be doing their taste buds a favor, but also their health in old age. This is suggested by a new international study recently published in a scientific journal. Researchers at Edith Cowan University in Australia, Queen’s University Belfast, and the renowned Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health studied the diet and health of more than 86,000 people over 24 years. Their key…

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New iPhones likely to be without SIM card slots in Austria too

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There is likely to be a lot of excitement. This is because the upcoming iPhone 17 models will probably no longer work with a conventional SIM card in Austria either. Instead, iPhone users will probably have to rely exclusively on an eSIM. In recent weeks, there have been increasing signs that the new iPhones will also be eSIM-only in Europe. Futurezone has also heard that domestic industry circles are expecting such a move from Apple. In the US, iPhones have only been sold without a SIM card slot since 2022.…

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Even the church is saving money—places of worship in Austria are becoming real estate

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Membership numbers are falling, buildings are standing empty, and churches are being sold in Lower Austria. The parish of Hirschwang shows how deep the change goes. The Catholic Church continues to lose ground in Austria. This is not only due to the declining number of believers, as church real estate has also been up for sale for some time now. This is also the case in several parishes in Lower Austria, where churches have been sold in recent years. Just recently, another place of worship was put up for sale:…

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Free Lecture Series: “A Filipino Journey in Science and Medicine” with 2024 Pamana ng Pilipino Awardee Dr. Melvin Sanicas

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Vienna, Austria — The public is invited to register for a compelling lecture hosted by PACES: “A Filipino Journey in Science and Medicine: Reflections on Two Decades of Discovery, Innovation, and Impact,” featuring Dr. Melvin Sanicas, 2024 Pamana ng Pilipino Presidential Awardee and Global Medical Affairs Vaccine Lead at Bavarian Nordic, based in Zurich. The lecture will be held on Friday, August 8, 2025, at the Multi-Purpose Hall of the Philippine Embassy in Vienna (Donaustrasse 11, 1220 Vienna). Dr. Sanicas will share his insights from two decades at the intersection…

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