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Saharan dust is on its way to Europe again

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The mild southerly current will bring Saharan dust to Europe again over the next few days. According to the current forecast, however, this will not be as strong in Austria as last weekend, and the highest concentrations of the dust cloud will move over Spain, France, and Germany on Sunday. warm air combination is “unusual,” according to meteorologistsThe meteorologist, climate researcher, and activist Helga Kromp-Kolb described this weekend’s possible or probable earliest heat day, 30 degrees in a calendar year in Austria, as quite “unusual” in a statement to the…

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Forecast: up to 30 degrees possible this weekend

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In the coming days, the earliest hot day with 30 degrees in a calendar year is possible in Austria. The weekend and Monday will bring plenty of sunshine and summery temperatures. It will be unusually warm during the day, with highs between 23 and 28 degrees. Occasionally, even 30 degrees are possible, especially on Sunday and Monday, Geosphere Austria reported on Friday. A hot day on Sunday would be ten days earlier than the previous record. Earliest heatwave day with 30 degrees possible in Austria’s measurement historyThe first “30” to…

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English to become a more common language of instruction in Austria

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English is to be offered more frequently as a language of instruction in schools. This option was enshrined in law around a year and a half ago. Education Minister Martin Polaschek (ÖVP) has now sent a draft regulation for review, in which details such as curricula are anchored. The school experiments on the subject, which are currently only offered at a few institutions, will be transferred to the regular school system. There will also be the option of bilingual teaching in primary schools. The measure will come into force for…

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Study: Global life expectancy increased by 6.2 years

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According to a study, global life expectancy increased by 6.2 years between 1990 and 2021. However, the coronavirus pandemic reduced global life expectancy between 2019 and 2021, researchers from the University of Washington wrote in the journal “The Lancet.” In their study on the global burden of disease, injury, and risk factors, they found that COVID-19 is the second leading cause of death in 2021. In 2019, the leading causes of death were still the same as in 1990. Life expectancy fell during CoV“In descending order, these were: coronary heart…

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Weekend temperature will rise to just below the 30-degree mark

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In the coming days, we can expect unusually high temperatures for the time of year. On Saturday and Sunday, temperatures will rise just below the 30-degree mark. According to the forecast by Geosphere Austria, Monday and Tuesday will also be extremely summery and sunny. Sunny start to the weekendIn most of Austria, the weather will be quite friendly on Friday, with some sunny spells lasting longer. North of the Alps, however, there will also be some clouds in the middle layers, while the partly high fog in the south may…

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How often do we really sit in front of our smartphones?

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Two opposing trends will continue to increase in 2024: the amount of time we spend in front of screens and the intention to reduce it. How to keep track.In recent years, the average time we spend in front of screens has steadily increased. Various surveys confirm this, and the pandemic, in particular, has intensified the trend towards more screen time. At the same time, other surveys show that more and more people want to take a conscious break from digital media. Fortunately, both Android and iOS devices offer built-in features…

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Going for a walk: not only physically beneficial but also mentally invigorating

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Walking is often underestimated, but it is one of the healthiest and most accessible forms of exercise. According to an article on ZEIT Online that highlights the benefits of walking, this activity is not only physically beneficial but also mentally invigorating and offers the opportunity to socialise while walking.Otmar Weiß, head of the university course for psychomotor skills at the University of Vienna, emphasises that walking has an optimal effect on all three levels of well-being – physical, mental and social. At a time when fitness is often equated with…

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Up to 30 degrees: Summer knocks on the door in April

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The year 2024 is still young, and yet the apricot trees in the Wachau are already in full bloom, and walkers enjoyed the sun in short-sleeved shirts last weekend. No wonder, as February and March were the warmest months in the country since records began. On Easter Monday, the temperature climbed to 28.5 degrees in Vienna. After a short cold front on Tuesday, temperatures of 24 to 29 degrees are even forecast for the coming April weekend. On the northern side of the Alps, from Tyrol to the Mostviertel, 30…

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Experts reveal: There’s a reason you shouldn’t shower for longer than 15 minutes

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Did you know that showering for longer than 15 minutes is not only harmful to the planet but can also damage your skin? This article shows how our daily showering behaviour affects the environment and skin health. Aside from the hygienic aspect, the shower is a moment of true relaxation for many. Many of us spend long minutes in the shower, harming our skin. In this article, we tell you more about how long you should shower and how long you shouldn’t exceed. Effects on the skin: what dermatologists sayExcessive…

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