Category: Feature Stories

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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The new agreement provides for the entry-exit system to be introduced gradually. The European Union countries agreed on Wednesday to finally launch the Entry/Exit System (EES), an automated register for short-term travelers that has been repeatedly delayed due to technical problems and a lack of preparation. The agreement reached by the interior ministers in Brussels paves the way for a launch in the fall, although no fixed date has been set. The Member States now have two options: They can introduce the new system at once or operate it in…

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Ash Wednesday, which falls on 5 March 2025, marks the beginning of the Church’s Lenten season. The meaning of ashesBut the quotation from the missal also points to another custom of this day, the ash rite. In ancient times, ashes were a sign of transience, a detergent, and the basis for making soap. Thus, the ashes are, at the same time, a symbol of mourning and purification. On Ash Wednesday, public penitents wore a penitential robe sprinkled with ashes in the Middle Ages. Afterwards, in memory of the biblical expulsion…

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You will receive a message that your payment was unsuccessful and your account will soon be blocked. In a panic, you click on the link and enter your details without thinking. That’s how easy it is to become a victim of fraud.Fraud scams on the Internet are becoming increasingly sophisticated and frequent. Phishing messages or links often appear to come from trustworthy providers. A current example is a fake text message circulating and purports to come from Netflix.A fraudulent text message is currently circulating that purports to come from Netflix…

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