Category: Feature Stories

Starting April 2, anyone traveling to Great Britain will need more than just a passport. Travelers who do not require a visa will have to present an entry permit, or ETA (for electronic travel authorization), on arrival in the country. It is recommended that you apply for this at least three working days before you enter the country—it costs 10 pounds (around 12 euros) until 8 April, after which the price rises to 16 pounds (around 19 euros). The “UK ETA” app, available for the iOS and Android operating systems,…

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On Saturday, the moon will move between the earth and the sun, resulting in a partial solar eclipse. Where you can watch it. Around two weeks after the partial lunar eclipse, the next spectacle in the sky is just around the corner. On Saturday (29 March), weather permitting, we will be able to observe a partial solar eclipse in our area. Around midday, the moon passes in front of the sun and partially covers it, casting a shadow over parts of the northern hemisphere. Around 13.5 percent of the sun’s…

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Finland remains the country with the happiest people in the world. The country in the far north of Europe secures the top spot in the global happiness rankings for the eighth year in a row, according to the latest World Happiness Report. It is followed by Denmark, Iceland, Sweden, and three other northern countries, as in the previous year. Austria slipped from 14th to 17th place. The Netherlands is back in the top five, in fifth place, while Costa Rica (6) and Mexico (10) make it into the top ten…

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The travel insurance company AllClear has set out to find the best-tasting tap water based on Reddit comments. Not every country is lucky enough to have high-quality tap water like Austria. But despite the high spring water from the Alps, our water is not the best in the world. At least, that was the conclusion of a study by travel insurance company AllClear.Almost 2,000 comments about tap water on Reddit were analyzed. The aim is to filter out the most popular travel destinations where tourists enjoy the best-tasting tap water.…

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During the Angelus prayer on Sunday, Pope Francis declared that he was experiencing a “time of trial”. “I am in a time of trial and am united with many sick brothers and sisters who are as fragile as I am at this moment,” the Pope wrote in the Angelus prayer, which was published in written form as in previous weeks. “Our bodies are weak, but nothing can prevent us from loving, praying, giving ourselves, being luminous signs of hope for one another in faith. How much light shines in this…

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“Since 1 March, we have registered 250 complaints about fraudulent calls from the UK in the number misuse reporting center. This is a very high increase within a very short period of time and leads to the conclusion that the number of unreported cases is significantly higher,” says Dr. Klaus M. Steinmaurer, Managing Director of RTR for Telecommunications and Post. His tip: “If the numbers of calls begin with +44, you should ask yourself whether you are actually expecting a call from the UK. If not, don’t even pick up…

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Pope Francis is no longer in immediate danger of death after contracting pneumonia on both sides, but still requires treatment in the hospital. Pope’s condition stableThe Pope appears to respond positively to treatment 25 days after being hospitalized for bilateral pneumonia. According to the doctors, Francis is no longer in immediate danger. However, in view of the complex clinical picture, he will have to continue his treatment in hospital for a few more days, according to the medical bulletin published on Monday evening. Treatments are working and will continueThe progress…

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In today’s digital world, smartphones have become essential to our daily lives. We use them for work, socializing, entertainment, and even basic tasks like setting alarms or checking the weather. But at what point does regular use turn into addiction? Signs of Smartphone Addiction If you find yourself constantly checking your phone, even when there are no notifications, you might be developing an unhealthy dependence. Other signs include: Inability to disconnect – Feeling anxious or restless when your phone is out of reach. Excessive screen time – Spending hours scrolling…

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We use our cell phones 84 times daily, about every twelve minutes! Many people now suffer from a veritable smartphone addiction. However, studies are only gradually revealing how much the device influences our thinking. A recent study by the University of Texas shows that even the mere proximity of a smartphone reduces our cognitive abilities – and does so unconsciously. Cell phones rob us of focus – even when they are switched offIn the study, 800 test subjects were subjected to various concentration tests. They were asked to place their…

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