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The government has decided to increase women’s retirement age

February 10, 2023February 10, 2023 admin

Starting in 2024, the retirement age for women in Austria will be equalized. But the longer working hours will also mean a higher pension later. The government decided to increase the retirement age for all women in the National Council session on February 1. Starting in 2024, women will gradually have to work longer until they can retire. In return, they will receive a higher pension later. According to the government’s roadmap, the adjustment to the retirement age for men at 65 will take place over the next ten years.…

Beware of fraud at Paypal: Criminals have a new scam

February 10, 2023February 10, 2023 admin

Criminals have a new scam to take money out of Internet users’ pockets. Watchlist Internet warns against fraudulent invoices sent to supposed victims via a Paypal payment service. This is possible because merchants can send invoices or payment reminders via Paypal. All they need is an email address linked to a Paypal account. Criminals take advantage of this and use it to smuggle fraudulent invoices into the Paypal system. Customers are then reminded to pay the supposedly outstanding invoices via an email from the payment service. The invoices also appear…

Another online scam spreading in Austria

February 10, 2023February 10, 2023 admin

Attention, fraud! There are more cases of a rip-off: bank customers are tricked into releasing fraudulent transfers. Caution is advised here: Currently, fraud schemes such as calls, e-mails, text messages with the “hello mom” trick, or online scams on fake websites occur frequently. Fraudsters are increasingly succeeding in exploiting human “vulnerabilities” through phishing, social engineering and other pretexts. Especially customers of banking institutions are often coerced these days. Now two experts warn in a video about the currently most common fraud scenarios. “If money is demanded on the phone, it…

What happens if you drop your smartphone in the bathtub?

February 9, 2023February 9, 2023 admin

If your smartphone falls into the bathtub, can it cause electrocution and death? The answer is in this article. Recently, a 25-year-old man died after being electrocuted in his bathtub. His smartphone had fallen into the water while its owner was bathing. This begs the question of whether we should remove our phones from the bathroom during our daily personal hygiene routine. The answer is yes – and no. A smartphone while chargingBrief background: in this dramatic household accident, which occurred on February 5, 2023, in the Haute-Loire region of…

Devastating earthquakes have affected families, including 248 Filipinos in Türkiye and Syria—your urgent response is needed to save lives

February 9, 2023February 9, 2023 admin

Two powerful earthquakes have struck in south-eastern Türkiye and northern Syria. Thousands of people are confirmed dead across Türkiye and Syria, with numbers expected to rise. Amongst those affected inside Syria are Syrians who are still displaced in their own country and living in flimsy shelters, tents and partially destroyed buildings. In Türkiye, the impact includes thousands of refugees and the communities that have been generously hosting them for nearly 12 years. The earthquake has destroyed people’s homes and local infrastructure—families urgently need relief items and shelter. Severe winter storms…

Vienna discusses end of Corona measures

February 9, 2023February 9, 2023 admin

The mask requirement in Vienna’s public transport and pharmacies will fall at the end of February, Vienna Mayor Michael Ludwig announced in a press conference on Wednesday after consultations with experts from the Corona crisis team. It is responsible that the “special arrangements in the city of Vienna will not be extended,” said Vienna Mayor Michael Ludwig (SPÖ) on Wednesday. Vienna’s special way to Corona measures ends at the end of FebruaryThus ends, by the end of February, the mask obligation in public means of transport and pharmacies. The PCR…

Mask obligation in Vienna: The most frequent questions

February 9, 2023February 9, 2023 admin

With February ending the current regulation, the mask obligation in Öffis falls with it. All questions at a glance. On February 8, 2023, the Mayor of Vienna, Michael Ludwig, discussed with his circle the further steps regarding the end of the measures to fight the Corona pandemic. The Covid Basic Measures Accompanying Ordinance will expire at the end of the month. We have summarized the most frequently asked questions about the Corona mask obligation. When does the mask obligation end in Vienna?The end of the mask obligation in Vienna was…

Just ten minutes of exercise a day is enough to get fitter

February 8, 2023February 8, 2023 admin

Jogging, yoga in the park, going to the gym or just going for a walk? How much exercise is necessary to stay physically fit is a subject of disagreement on the Internet, especially on social media. In addition to fitness and nutrition influencers who provide their followers with tips and tricks for a healthier everyday life, science has also been dealing with the topic for a long time. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends at least two and a half hours of exercise per week. This can prevent cardiovascular disease…

New study: Are nuts healthy?

February 8, 2023February 8, 2023 admin

It has long been known that nuts are healthy. They contain important fats – including essential omega-3 fatty acids. They are also full of minerals such as zinc, iron, potassium and magnesium, and vitamins E, C and B. A study has found that almonds, walnuts, and co. can do much more. Nuts as snacksIn a study of 131 overweight people, the effect of (tree) nuts such as almonds, pistachios, cashews, hazelnuts and walnuts was examined. Peanuts are not included; they are legumes. The nuts were given as snacks, like salted…