Warning of severe thunderstorms and blistering heat

The first heatwave of the year is currently sweeping Austria. It is getting hotter daily, with the mercury shooting up to 36 degrees on Friday. On Friday and from night to Saturday, the severe weather center warns of severe thunderstorms. While the heat will peak in eastern Austria on Friday at up to 36 degrees, thunderstorms are expected to start in the west. The thunderstorms will then spread eastwards, according to meteorologists. Friday should be quite sunny at first. In the west, it will be foehn at 22 to 30…

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KUNDIMAN PERFORMANCE AND HALO-HALO DIPLOMACY ON DISPLAY AT 126TH PHILIPPINE INDEPENDENCE DAY GARDEN CELEBRATION IN VIENNA

Vienna, Austria – A Kundiman serenade by Filipino Soprano, Ms. Erin Silangil, and generous portions of halo-halo topped with ube ice cream and leche flan were among the highlights of the Philippine Embassy’s celebration of the 126th Anniversary of Philippine Independence at the chamber garden of the Lower Belvedere Museum on 12 June 2024. Distinguished guests from the Austrian government, diplomatic missions, international organizations, and Filipino community leaders in Austria enjoyed the open-air celebration. Ambassador Maximilian Hennig, Chief of Protocol of the Austrian Federal Ministry for European and International Affairs,…

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Heatwave continues: This is what the weather will be like in Austria on Wednesday

A heatwave is currently in full swing. It was already extremely warm yesterday – today, it could even reach 33 degrees. “Intermediate high pressure and a south-westerly current will dominate the weather in Austria in the middle of the week. This means that the sun will shine from an almost bright blue sky in most parts of the country. Local cumulus clouds, which will mainly appear over the Alpine peaks during the afternoon hours, will remain mostly harmless and the risk of showers and thunderstorms will therefore be low,” predicts…

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Heatwave with up to 40 degrees expected in Italy

Italy is facing a heatwave. According to meteorologists, it will be particularly hot in parts of the Mediterranean on Wednesday,, with temperatures up to almost 40 degrees. On the large islands of Sicily and Sardinia and in the Apulia region in the south, some areas could even break the 40-degree mark on Thursday, according to the official weather service of the Italian Air Force. The weather portal ilmeteo.it is also expecting high temperatures. It can also get very hot in Rome’s capital: Up to 38 degrees are expected there on…

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Buying watermelon: How to tell if it’s ripe and sweet

Summertime is watermelon time! Watermelons live up to their name: they consist of almost 95 percent water, which makes them a refreshing summer snack. The remaining 5 percent contains valuable ingredients such as amino acids, minerals and vitamins. Reason enough to reach for them more often in hot temperatures! But nothing is worse than an unripe and tasteless melon. That’s why we’re revealing three simple tricks to help you quickly and easily determine whether a watermelon is already ripe or even too ripe. Sound – Tap the watermelon with your…

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Researchers decipher document allegedly about Jesus’ childhood

Despite the doubts that can sometimes arise, the existence of Jesus is proven by several historical sources. Recently, the oldest document detailing part of his life was discovered. For a non-believer, it is difficult to believe in the former presence of Jesus (whom some are said to have encountered in near-death experiences), who is considered the Messiah and the only Son of God in the Christian religion. However, his existence has been confirmed in the course of archaeological research. Incidentally, his birth is so important that it determines our calendar…

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Why do doctors wear green and blue gowns in the operating room?

Doctors are often called the “gods in white” because of their white coats. In the operating theater, however, other colors dominate. Coat, trousers, shirt, and shoes: most doctors wear white clothing. But not surgeons in operating theaters. There, blue-green clothing is the order of the day, but not for fashion reasons. Rather, the colors are intended to make their work easier and improve the chances of a successful operation. We explain. Blue and green are easy on the eyes of surgical staff. White, on the other hand, strains the eyes.…

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The healthiest time to eat breakfast

Some people eat breakfast as soon as they get up, others just before leaving the house, and many don’t eat. A balanced breakfast has been proven to give us a powerful energy boost for the day. It boosts metabolism, regulates blood sugar levels, improves mood, and increases concentration. In addition, it can even help to prevent hunger pangs throughout the day. Long story short: breakfast is VERY important. But the healthiest time—when to eat breakfast—is still a mystery. This is the ideal time to have breakfastAccording to former athlete, nutritionist,…

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You should do this with your cell phone once a week

The NSA has collected some practical security tips for cell phone users. Regarding espionage, the US National Security Agency (NSA) knows its stuff like no other. That’s why it also has some practical tips for the public on how to protect themselves in everyday life. “Der Standard” now reports on a document in which such advice has been handily summarized. A security tip that even many people interested in technology have probably not yet had on their radar is to restart their cell phones at least once a week. This…

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