Category: Feature Stories

Two years ago, the Earth suddenly sped up its rotation, and the days have been getting shorter. Researchers are faced with a mystery. Sometimes it feels like the day flies by. The bad news: that’s not just a subjective impression; it’s a reality. June 29, 2022, was the shortest day since the beginning of measurement history using atomic clocks. The record day was 1.59 milliseconds shorter than the usual 24 hours, according to a report by the operators of the timeanddate.com web portal, which has been in existence since 1998.…

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Celebrating the 25th anniversary of “Les Misérables,” this concert captures all the spirit and excitement surrounding the legendary musical. The phenomenal star-studded cast includes pop star Nick Jonas, Tony Award winner Lea Salonga and over 500 other artists and musicians. Les Miserables will be shown at the Rathaus Film Festival in Vienna on 5 August 2022, 21.00 Hours and on 2 September 2022, 20.30 Hours. For 30 years the film festival on Rathausplatz, the square in front of Vienna City Hall, has taken place during the summer months. The unique location…

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Coronavirus was initially thought to be a lung-only disease, but studies show a new corona symptom: skin rash. Corona can also affect other organs, such as the heart, kidneys, and skin. Skin changes as a symptom of coronaCorona is a multi-organ disease, and many corona patients often complain of skin changes.Studies from several countries show that corona may be responsible for these changes. These are primarily red patches and itching on the skin. Symptoms disappear after a few weeksAfter a few weeks, the skin changes caused by corona usually disappear.…

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Eleven themed bike paths through the city of Vienna invite you to see the capital from a different perspective and to discover it in a new way. In summer, various bike paths in Vienna are ideal for exploring the city. There is something for everyone, from short routes to routes lasting several hours or even several days. Depending on the temperature and interest, you can choose from the range of themed bike paths offered by the city of Vienna. It is also possible to combine different routes, such as the…

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People in Austria should keep a closer eye on their cholesterol levels, medical experts stressed at a press conference in Vienna. More than eight percent of all premature deaths could be avoided by reaching target levels of “bad cholesterol” (LDL cholesterol). What was needed, among other things, was better education by family doctors and regular screening. 8.2 percent of premature deaths in Austria are “avoidable through better cholesterol management,” according to calculations presented at the end of June by the Institute for Advanced Studies (IHS) in Vienna. Around 6,800 premature…

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In the first half of 2022, Austrian households collected a total of 522,870 tons of waste consisting of packaging and waste paper. This is a slight decrease of 2% compared to the previous year. According to Altstoff Recycling Austria AG (ARA), this is mainly attributable to the economic situation, changes in consumption, and the avoidance of packaging. 522,870 tons of packaging and waste paper were collected from Austrian householdsWith the Austria-wide standardization of the yellow garbage can from 2023, the collection volume is expected to increase significantly, especially for plastic…

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2 Asteroids are approaching our planet next weekend – there is no impact risk. Two asteroids the size of multi-story buildings will fly by Earth this weekend. The first is designated 2016 CZ31, and the flyby will take place Friday at 1 a.m. CEST. According to calculations, the asteroid has a size of about 122 meters – about the height of one of the buildings of the Vienna UNO City (VIC – Vienna International Centre). There is no need to worry about an impact; according to NASA, the asteroid will…

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Lausanne University Hospital and EPF Lausanne have discovered a new antibody that neutralizes omicron variants of coronavirus. This finding, published in Nature Microbiology, opens new avenues for preventive and therapeutic applications. In monkeys, the new antibody has shown therapeutic activity and complete protection when used prophylactically. These results would offer new perspectives for protecting at-risk individuals, especially those with immune deficiencies. The antibody, called P2G3, had been isolated from an infected donor who had been vaccinated twice. It showed vigorous neutralizing activity against all Corona concern variants, including Omicron. Antibody…

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According to a U.S. study, one feels better and better from midlife. This applies to general life satisfaction and negative feelings such as stress, anger, and worry, which decrease from 50 at the latest. From a psychological perspective, personal well-being consists of at least two basic building blocks: overall life satisfaction and momentary emotional state. Studies suggest that the former tends to increase from midlife onward, regardless of culture and historical conditions, even as physical health declines. However, whether this is also reflected in emotional life and how this changes…

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