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Hot summer nights: How you can still sleep well

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How well we sleep now stands and falls with our body temperature—or, more precisely, our core temperature. The body usually lowers this by one to two degrees in the evening, making you want to crawl into bed. It rises again towards the morning and prepares us to be awake and alert. The lowest temperature is reached around two o’clock in the morning. So it has to be cool for us to get into sleep mode. The optimum sleeping temperature for adults ranges from 16°C to 18°C to maintain our optimum…

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This is how dangerous preservatives really are

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Preservatives are used to give food products a long shelf life. They are considered extremely harmful to health. Preservatives protect food from spoiling by inhibiting the growth of molds and bacteria. They also help to preserve taste and appearance. However, the substances and food products with a long shelf life are known to be hazardous to health. But it all depends on the quantity, as Nadia Leuenberger, nutritionist and managing director at Peak Nutrition, reveals: “Preservatives become dangerous to health in large quantities and if consumed regularly.” Like thickeners, chemical…

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Spicy food – this is what happens in your body

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Spicy foods divide opinions but are loved by many. But what actually happens in the body when you enjoy chili and co. Whether you want to add milk after tomato sauce with garlic or always season your food with chili paste, the hot pepper has become famous around the world and is always in the news. Just recently, a new heat record was set with the “Pepper X” variety. But what actually happens in our bodies when it burns on the tongue?Different substances are responsible for spiciness depending on the…

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13 dead so far from tropical storm “Yagi” in the Philippines

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Tropical Storm Yagi has caused severe damage in the Philippines and killed at least 13 people so far. According to the disaster management authority, seven people were killed by landslides and flooding in the hilly municipality of Antipolo to the east of Manila alone, and four others are missing. “Search and rescue operations are still ongoing,” said Enrilito Bernardo, Antipolo’s disaster management officer, on Tuesday. Further fatalities were reported from the central provinces: Two people died in a landslide in northern Samar, one person drowned in Negros Oriental, and three…

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August 2024 is another record heat month

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Unsurprisingly, August 2024 was another month in the “warmest months in recorded history.” It was 3.0 degrees above the average for the 1991 to 2020 climate period in Austria’s lowlands and 3.3 degrees in the summit regions, Geosphere climatologist Hans Ressl summarized in Monday’s report. August is also the fifteenth month in a row that is above average. The last relatively cool month was May 2023. August thus ranked first in the series of the warmest August months in the 258-year measurement history in the lowlands and the 174-year mountain…

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50th Anniversary of Filipino Nurses and Midwives to be commemorated in Vienna

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The 50th anniversary of Filipino nurses and midwives in Austria marks a significant milestone, celebrating their invaluable contributions to the country’s healthcare system. Over the past five decades, these dedicated professionals have played a crucial role in providing high-quality care and have become an integral part of the Austrian healthcare landscape. Because of this celebration, a big event will be held on September 28, 2024, at the Viennese City Hall. The 50th anniversary highlights the achievements and contributions of Filipino nurses and midwives. The celebrations include a grand gala, where…

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CTBTO Commemorates International Day Against Nuclear Tests with Youth-Driven Art Exhibition

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Vienna, Austria, 29 August 2024 – The Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO) proudly marks the International Day Against Nuclear Tests with a unique and thought-provoking art exhibition curated by the CTBTO Youth Group. The event, held at the CTBTO headquarters in Vienna, brings together young artists worldwide to express their perspectives on nuclear disarmament, peace, and global security. This year’s theme, “Art for a Nuclear-Free World,” underscores the power of creative expression in raising awareness about the dangers of nuclear testing and the urgent need for global cooperation to achieve…

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Weather in Austria this week: Summer is here to stay

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Thursday will begin with residual clouds or fog in places. Otherwise, sunshine will dominate at first. From midday, cumulus clouds will become noticeable, bringing thunderstorms or rain showers more frequently than recently. The wind will blow weakly to moderately from the southeast to the west. Early morning temperatures will be between 11 and 21 degrees, afternoon temperatures between 23 and 33 degrees, with the hottest temperatures remaining in the east. Local fog or residual clouds will persist until early morning on Friday. Otherwise, the sun will often shine until midday.…

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Climate bonus arrives in the accounts of millions of Austrians from today

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The climate bonus will be paid out again this year to all those entitled to it in Austria – automatically and without an application. Payments via bank transfer will start on Monday, September 2, 2024. Between 145 and 290 eurosThis year, the climate bonus’s basic amount is 145 euros. Including the regional compensation, the payment levels are 145, 195, 245, and 290 euros. More than 90 percent of all eligible recipients will receive the climate bonus directly. A total of 8,688,437 people are entitled to the 2024 climate bonus during…

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