Category: Feature Stories

The onset of cold weather often goes hand in hand with an increase in respiratory infections. According to ÖGK Chief Physician Andreas Krauter, over 113,000 people in this country were on sick leave with colds two weeks ago, over 29,000 of them with COVID-19. Over 400 were infected with influenza, and more than 84,000 people were at home due to flu-like infections. As several diseases are currently circulating, it is therefore crucial to protect yourself and others, according to experts. How to protect yourself against infectionsVaccinations offer the best protection…

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He is one of the most popular and best-known saints in the Church: Nicholas of Myra. But who was Bishop Nicholas? How did the customs for his feast day on December 6 come about? And how is St. Nicholas celebrated in other countries? Find out all about the history and significance of St. Nicholas, who is said to have worked miracles during his lifetime, in this article. Who was St. Nicholas?Why do we celebrate St. Nicholas (Greek: “victor of the people”)? The life of Nicholas of MyraThe better-known person, Nicholas…

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In the middle of the Christmas shopping season, the Chamber of Labor warns against buying gifts from mail-order companies in installments. Under certain conditions or as part of promotions, there is the possibility of zero-percent financing, but apart from that, installment payments can be expensive. The effective interest rates can be more than 20 percent, writes the Chamber on Tuesday. Effective interest rates for mail-order companies can be more than 20 percentAccording to the AK, the effective interest rate at Universal Versand, Otto Versand, or Neckermann.at is 21.70 percent. If…

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Are you someone who painstakingly peels off the white threads of mandarins and the like? If so, you might want to rethink your habit. Now that it’s getting uncomfortably cold outside and the flu epidemic is sweeping over us, you should make sure to strengthen your immune system. Oranges, lemons, grapefruits, and mandarins, among others, are considered vital substances for the immune system. Their high vitamin C content can intercept so-called free radicals in the body and thus ensure better cell protection. Tastes differ, and the question of whether to…

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The freezer is indispensable in most households, but certain incorrect storage methods can cause damage that can be costly. According to experts, certain foods should be avoided in the freezer as they can cause damage and result in expensive repairs, as Nyheder24.dk reports. An expert from RGB Direct, one of the UK’s largest electronics retailers, has shared his expertise on what items you should never put in the freezer to prolong their lives. These include canned foods, carton eggs, and even certain fruits and vegetables. The first warning concerns canned…

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The assumption that internet use affects mental health is widespread. However, a study by Oxford University based on data from two million people from 168 countries has found no clear evidence. However, the researchers are also calling on technology companies to provide more data to the scientific community. “Over the past two decades, the widespread use of the internet and mobile broadband has repeatedly raised concerns that these technologies could have a negative impact on the mental health and well-being of many people,” write psychologist and data scientist Matti Vuorre…

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Many people avoid using a tumble dryer, which can lead to moisture problems in their clothes. Drying clothes indoors, especially without a dryer, can be challenging during the colder months. Fortunately, according to Pensionist.dk, several ways exist to eliminate the damp smell and prevent it from reappearing. When you’ve spent time and effort making your clothes smell fresh and feel clean, the last thing you want is for them to get musty. This musty smell often occurs because some moisture remains in the clothes after drying, and they will continue…

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The hotel rating platform Wellness Heaven recently asked 1,376 hoteliers which items are most frequently stolen. As a result, towels and bathrobes are among the most commonly stolen items. Closely followed by clothes hangers, pens, and cosmetics. In addition to these “common” items, there are also a number of outliers that indicate a lively theft imagination on the part of the offenders: As reported by a Berlin hotel, guests who stole all of the bathroom fittings—the head of a rain shower, a hydromassage shower, a toilet seat, a drainpipe, or…

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The brown soft drink is a popular base for mixed drinks. Mixing it with alcohol can encourage even more consumption. Although cola is considered the standard mixed drink for spirits such as vodka and rum, this is not a good idea. This is because it has been shown that alcohol, in combination with cola, can be quite harmful. This is because a normal cola in 330 ml can contain around 34 milligrams of caffeine, while Diet Coke contains slightly more at around 46 mg. This is less than the 63…

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