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How often do people lie to your face without you realizing it? A new study provides answers. We know that lying is fundamentally wrong. Yet we do it again and again. We use everyday lies to put ourselves in a better light or make others feel good. “You look great!” and “It’s good to see you” are just two of them. A “One Poll” survey commissioned by the “Online Betting Guide” studied our behavior and came up with exciting and surprising results. For example, they found out that humans lie…

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For the first time, the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Independent Vaccination Council recommends administering a fourth Corona vaccination for specific groups. World Health Organization (WHO) Vaccination Council Chairman Alejandro Cravioto stressed Thursday in Geneva that the recommendation of a fourth vaccination for the elderly does not imply a recommendation for regular boosters every four to six months. The vaccination council left the exact age group open in its proposal. WHO recommendations also for healthcare workers and people with weakened immune systemsEach country would have to decide at what age to…

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Austrians can still look forward to several cash bonuses this year – with the following bonus landing in their accounts as early as September. The government wants to support the population against inflation in Austria with various measures and cash bonuses. Abolition of the cold progression, 500 euros climate bonus, 300 euros extra for the needy, 180 euros one-time payment per child on top of the family allowance, and tax relief – all these steps and bonuses are intended to give people in the country a helping hand with their…

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The energy crisis is taking its toll on our wallets. These tips will show you how to reduce your energy consumption. It doesn’t take much to reduce your energy consumption. Extreme energy consumption can be eliminated in just a few simple steps. And don’t worry: You don’t have to restrict your usage behavior to any great extent. Although in times of crisis, it probably doesn’t hurt to consider whether you need two refrigerators and three loads of laundry a week. So what can you do to use less electricity? Use…

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Biontech scientists have discovered a potentially optimal composition of new corona vaccines against the Omicron variant that should also protect against BA.4 and BA.5 subtypes. A covid-19 vaccine that is more effective against SARS-CoV-2/Omikron should ideally contain – in addition to the antigens used initially (wild-type/Wuhan) – an antigen of the omikron subtype BA.2. This is because it can also protect BA.4 and BA.5 subtypes of the Covid-19 pathogens. Scientists tested extensively for the virus neutralization potential of plasma samples (antibodies) after vaccination and breakthrough infections. A key finding, as…

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Since Omicron has been challenging to avoid a Corona infection despite immunization and preventive measures, many catch the virus several times, while others are spared. But what is the reason for this? Researchers are finding a surprising answer. Since the beginning of the year, the Omicron variant has caused several infections. The disease risk has never been as high as in the current wave. Despite vaccination and boosters, more and more people are contracting covid – often for the second or third time. But some seem to be unaffected by…

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According to experts, we humans feed ourselves with too much protein. As a result, our excretions in bodies of water cause a significant environmental problem. This is because human urine leads to a higher nitrogen input. Humans feed on proteins to a large extent. After all, along with fats and carbohydrates, these form the most critical components of the food we need to live. In addition, protein-rich food provides energy and is involved in numerous biochemical processes of the body in the form of cell building blocks and transport substances.…

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A U.S. finding gives researchers hope for a universal vaccine against Omicron and future variants. Since its first appearance just over two and a half years ago in Wuhan, China, the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus has developed new mutations. More infectious viral variants have become prevalent. However, vaccines and therapeutic antibodies predominantly target earlier strains of the coronavirus. The currently circulating variant BA.5, for example, seems to be able to evade immune protection particularly well. Experts are therefore hoping for a vaccine that is effective against all previous – and especially future…

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For months, more and more Austrians have been ordering parcels, the practical delivery to the doorstep is popular – plus 30 percent recorded, for example, the post office in the previous year. However, the delivery boom is also prompting fraudsters to invent new scams. Identity theft, in particular, is affecting more and more people. “Cases have exploded recently,” says Martin Heimhilcher, head of the Information and Consulting division at the Vienna Chamber of Commerce. However, not the parcel services or online stores are the fraudsters, but criminals who order parcels…

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