Category: Feature Stories

Pasta is a perennial favourite in the kitchen. And rightly so, because they are delicious, quick, and easy to prepare. But you shouldn’t underestimate the pasta water, either. As a secret ingredient for saucesThe water is ideal for perfecting the pasta sauce as soon as the pasta is cooked al dente. The pasta water contains starch, which can thicken sauces very easily. The cooking water is suitable for pestos, dips, and sauces of all kinds, making them nice and creamy. The best way to do this is to stir the…

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In the spring, the conditions for heating and ventilating your home change. Although the days are getting warmer, the nights are often still cool, which requires an adjustment in heating habits. According to myHOMEBOOK and expert Markus Lau from the German Liquid Gas Association (DVFG), the transitional period offers great savings potential for consumers.Lau recommends running the heating constantly on a low setting to save energy, especially in poorly insulated old buildings. Proper ventilation also plays a crucial role. In spring, you should ventilate three to four times a day…

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Weight gain, tight clothing, and tooth decay are often cited as clear indicators that should be enough to curb our sugar addiction. However, there are other significant factors that you should pay attention to. Who doesn’t enjoy a bit of chocolate, a cookie, or perhaps a sweet dessert? This message is not aimed at occasional indulgers but rather at those who consume too much sugar on a daily basis. As our bodies reflect our eating habits, here are the most common signs of high sugar consumption. In addition to weight…

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At snack time, whether in the morning break or after school in the afternoon, bananas are one of the most consumed and favorite fruits among children. The popularity of this yellow fruit among consumers is mainly due to its nutritional value. Rich in potassium, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants and also an excellent source of soft fibers, bananas are good for health. They also regulate digestion and promote a feeling of satiety.Given all these benefits, some people don’t hesitate to eat them for breakfast first thing in the morning, which is…

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The credit card is one of the most popular and widely used payment methods. The payment method is accepted both online and offline in local stores. What are the advantages of a credit card, and are there any disadvantages? Many current accounts already include a credit card. Sometimes, it can be booked for a fee or for free (see free credit card at Consors). However, the payment method is not linked to a current account. This means you can also have a credit card from a provider other than your…

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The police authority calls for action against criminals using AI technology. One type of fraud is of particular concern to investigators. Interpol is sounding the alarm: artificial intelligence (AI) is making it easier for criminal gangs to reach victims all over the world. The global police authority, comprising 196 member states, is therefore calling for greater efforts to combat financial fraud using AI. In combination with phishing and malware, AI has led to sophisticated fraud campaigns. According to Interpol Secretary General Jürgen Stock, this does not require advanced technical knowledge.…

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Butter is a controversial topic in nutrition. There are two camps: those who love butter and those who swear by margarine or other plant-based substitutes. And that’s not all: how and when butter is put on bread is also hotly debated. Butter contains a lot of cholesterolBread and butter (or margarine) belong on the kitchen table in a German household. Bread is not a superfood. And butter? It contains a lot of cholesterol, and it has long been assumed that this raises cholesterol levels and increases the risk of heart…

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There are around 300 different types of bread in Austria. Toast, however, is unquestionably the most popular. The reasons are obvious: the rectangular slices are available in many varieties, they keep almost forever, and the fresh, sweet taste of the soft bread is even more intense when toasted. However, most toast is industrially produced, making it a highly processed and unhealthy product. There is nothing nutritionally good about toast. Toast has hardly any nutritional valueCommon buttered toast usually contains a lot of sugar, saturated fatty acids, a low fiber content,…

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Hardly any other online shopping platform has risen as quickly as Temu. Founded in mid-2022, it is now almost impossible to avoid it online. This is mainly due to aggressive advertising; the company has even made several Super Bowl commercials this year, most likely worth several million dollars. If you look at the app downloads, this has paid off. The Android app was downloaded over 100 million times on Google Play. In the Apple charts of the top shopping apps in Austria, it is in first place, ahead of Spar,…

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