Leaving WLAN activated on your Cell phone when You’re on the Road: Why this can cause trouble

By now, just about everyone has a cell phone. A study now proves that many cell phone users are careless with their devices. When you leave the house, you usually have one thing with you at all times: your cell phone. Before you head out, however, you should turn off a specific function on it. According to a study by the University of Hamburg, you could be in trouble if you don’t. Hackers are happyWhen on the road, most people don’t care about the WLAN and don’t turn it off.…

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Austria leads global operation against human trafficking

Under the leadership of Austria, a police focus operation has been carried out in 44 countries in the fight against human trafficking for sexual exploitation, begging and the commission of crimes.A total of 212 people were arrested, and 1,426 potential victims were identified, the Interior Ministry announced Thursday. Operation Global Chain took place from May 8 to 15. Around 130,000 police officers were deployed worldwide in operation, led by Austria and coordinated by Europol, Frontex and Interpol. They included EMPACT Joint Action Days (JAD), co-led by Romania. Authorities were present…

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Netflix gives all-clear on account sharing for account owners

According to Netflix, Netflix subscribers who share their accounts with people outside their households will not be blocked. The company tells Golem. Subscribers would not face termination or “any other form of consequence.” Account holders must set a “Netflix household.” This can be done via the app, the smart TV or an external streaming device. If this is not done, Netflix will automatically set the household based on the devices and their IP addresses used to access Netflix. If a person accesses the account from another household, new measures against…

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Unsettled weather with rain and thunderstorms approaching

After the summery days, unsettled weather with local showers and thunderstorms will arrive at the weekend with decreasing high-pressure influence and unstable air masses. Especially in the north and east of the country, it will also be somewhat more relaxed, according to the forecast of the experts from Geosphere Austria. Sunny weather on FridayOn Friday, however, the high-pressure influence will ensure primarily sunny weather; in the south and the mountains, there will also be some spring clouds during the day and in places, local, partly thundery showers must be expected.…

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Birth certificate, registration form – the digital revolution is coming to Austria

One hundred seventeen measures and 36 digitization principles – with the Digital Austria Act (DAA), Austria is embarking on a new path of digitization. Especially in an economically challenging time, the opportunities of digitization for value creation, jobs, health and quality of life must be exploited. In this regard, Digitalization State Secretary Florian Tursky (ÖVP) and Health Minister Johannes Rauch (Grüne) presented the federal government’s digital work program, the Digital Austria Act, which was passed in the Council of Ministers. With it, the federal government defines Austria’s goals and principles…

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Revealed – that’s how many patients died from Corona

Scientists from all three Austrian MedUnis have studied the mortality rate during the Corona pandemic.A study by all three Austrian MedUnis shows that 17.3 percent of patients died during the first two years of the Corona pandemic. The Corona pandemic is history. As of June 30, measures still in effect in Austria will fall. Corona is no longer a notifiable disease from that date, “Heute” reported. Scientists from all three Austrian medical universities have presented a balance sheet for the first two years of the Covid 19 pandemic. In a…

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Wiener Linien Day: Free admission to Kunsthalle Wien

Wiener Linien invites, with free admission, among others, to the exhibition of Laure Prouvost on June 4, 2023, at Kunsthalle Wien. The offer is only valid for annual ticket holders.On June 4, 2023, Wiener Linien Annual Pass owners can visit the Kunsthalle Wien MQ for free. Both admission and guided tours are free of charge. On June 4, 2023, Wiener Linien invites all owners of the valid Wiener Linien Annual Pass gratis to Kunsthalle Wien to visit the following exhibitions: “No Feeling Is Final. The Skopje Solidarity Collection” and “Laure…

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Researchers sound alarmed over environment and climate

Major Earth systems are suffering from “serious diseases,” so to speak, researchers warn in a study published in the journal Nature. But there are ways to restore ecosystems.In a new study published in the journal Nature, a team of more than 40 researchers worldwide has calculated the limits the world would have to remain for a “cure” of ecosystems to succeed. Dangerous tipping points for the environment and climate could be reachedHumanity is currently taking a very high risk of overusing the capacities of our home planet to such an…

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“Wurstsemmel” (sliced sausage in a roll) is a popular lunchtime snack in Austria

“Wurstsemmel” is still the most popular midday snack among Austrians. A survey conducted by Integral on behalf of “Die Menü-Manufaktur” among 1,000 professionals revealed that most lunchtime snacks consist of cold or warm rolls, even though it is the main meal of the day for many. For 61 percent, sandwiches end up on the lunch plate several times a week. The exact number of respondents take at least 30 minutes for a break.At lunchtime, 15 percent eat only cold or hot rolls, usually bought at the supermarket or bakery. The…

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