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New study: this is how much you need to drink every day

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The rule of thumb of drinking two liters daily is getting shaken up by a new study. This is because the amount of water needed depends on various factors. Drinking two liters a day – that used to be a rule of thumb. A new study puts an end to this. It was recently published in the journal Science. Since about half of our daily water intake comes from food, researchers estimate that we only need about 1.3 to 1.8 liters per day. Previous studies in this area were based…

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Electricity is cheaper from now on – and the new bonus is coming

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As of now, the electricity price brake starts in Austria – and brings savings of around 500 euros. Another electricity price bonus is being finalized. With immediate effect, the electricity price brake comes into force in Austria and is expected to save households up to 500 euros annually.On Thursday, the electricity price brake will start in Austria. According to the government, this should save an average household 500 euros annually. The bad news: Electricity prices will remain at a “very high level,” says Michael Strugl of the industry association Österreichs…

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Authorities report 5,107 new Corona infections on Friday

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Daily Corona numbers continue to rise by hundreds of cases compared to the previous week. On Friday, authorities report 5,107 new infections. Numerous experts are already calling for people to wear masks, keep their distance, and rewash their hands. The reason is that the corona numbers in Austria have been rising for days. And drastically, compared to the previous week, there are daily increases of several hundred cases. Will Friday change that? In the most recent 24 hours, the country’s health authorities reported 5,107 new corona infections, compared to 4,136…

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Saturday remains snowy – then comes strong foehn

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The weekend starts with more snowfall. But in three provinces, there is a yellow weather warning because of strong southern foehn. On Saturday, an Italian low will again shovel milder air masses to Austria and end the early winter phase, forecasts by the UBIMET severe weather center. The country will remain in a foehn southerly flow over the weekend; warning level yellow has been issued for Salzburg, Tyrol, and Vorarlberg. The unsettled but relatively mild weather will remain with us until the beginning of the new week. In the recent…

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Mask, 3G: These changes are coming soon in Austria

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According to a government draft, the Corona rules will soon be changed again. Specifically, this concerns visits and employees in healthcare facilities where the 3G rule currently applies. The 3G rule for visitors and employees in hospitals, convalescent homes, or old people’s and nursing homes is likely to be dropped soon. According to the “Salzburger Nachrichten,” this is provided in a draft amendment to the Covid-19 Basic Measures Ordinance. On the other hand, the mask requirement in these facilities is to remain in place. Individual provinces may provide stricter measures…

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How masks pollute our environment

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A study shows that mouth masks pollute our environment. Three million masks are thrown away every minute. Mouth masks protect us from infection with the coronavirus and are now part of our daily lives. Researchers at Southern Denmark have now found that 129 billion respirators are thrown away worldwide. That means three million masks end up in the trash every minute. Most of these discarded masks are disposable and made of microfibers like plastic. Given this incredible amount of plastic waste, scientists are concerned about the impact all these masks…

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How healthy is milk?

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Infants initially feed exclusively on their mother’s nutritious milk. Thanks to the enzyme lactase, they can digest milk without any problems. As the child grows up, the lactase activity decreases, resulting in lactose intolerance and milk intolerance. This mainly affects the population in Africa and Asia. For example, people in Europe, North America, and Australia are an exception. For almost 7,500 years, milk and milk products have been an integral part of the diet here – even in adulthood. Over time, a genetic adaptation has taken place. It is, therefore,…

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Splendid Advent at the Viennese Christmas Market in Schönbrunn

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The German expression “Es weihnachtet sehr” (It’s getting very Christmassy) fits the mood in Vienna as Austria’s capital decks itself out in style for the holiday season. The center of the old Habsburg empire treats locals and visitors to quaint Christmas markets featuring crafts and decorations, hot punch, and baked goods in all the city’s main squares. Numerous exhibitors sell handicrafts, Christmas decorations, toys, and regional delicacies at the Vienna Christmas Market in Schönbrunn. Plenty of punch and tea will be provided at this Vienna Christmas Market. Complete Advent program…

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So much more pension if you work a year longer

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Depending on your profession and earned income, you can expect your first pension to increase by 100 to 200 euros if you work one year longer. This is the conclusion of a study conducted by the Economic Research Institute on behalf of the association Aktion Generationengerechtigkeit, which was presented on Monday. The values for the pension refer to the corridor pension to be started between 62 and 68 and are calculated on an earned income from 2019. 100 to 200 euros more pension per month, with one year more workThe…

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