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It is the only time when men buy more flowers than women: Valentine’s Day. Every year on February 14, the florists’ stores are buzzing. But why do we celebrate Valentine’s Day first, and how did the custom come about? Flowers, gifts, and love letters—for many couples, these are all part of February 14. But where does Valentine’s Day come from? Is it really a romantic day or pure profiteering? There is a popular rumor that says the latter, claiming that florists brought the day into being. The origin of Valentine’s…

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Water is vital, but too much of it can be dangerous. Hollywood star Brooke Shields experienced the unthinkable when she was hospitalized with a seizure. Water is essential for the body. It boosts the metabolism, helps us think and keeps the body fit. The body becomes dehydrated and can dry out if we don’t drink water. A lack of water can lead to severe health problems, depending on the extent. However, excessive water consumption can also have consequences for the body. Brooke Shields suffered from water intoxicationIf you drink too…

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Inseparable for more than 4 billion years, it’s hard to imagine the Blue Planet without its beloved satellite. Yes, but now NASA has announced the beginning of the end: the Earth and the Moon are reportedly going their separate ways. Are we witnessing another melodrama in our solar system? All signs point to it, as NASA’s latest revelations show. The Moon (where the key to life is said to have been found), Earth’s only satellite, is increasing its distance annually. But what does this mean? The end of a storyThe…

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“Sorry,” “Sorry, my bad,” “I’m sorry—are you one of those people who apologize for everything? You’re not alone in that! Asking for forgiveness too often hurts your image and your self-confidence. That’s why it’s essential to learn to find the correct dose and only apologize when necessary. Why do I keep apologizing? According to Version Femina, women tend to apologize more frequently than men. But no matter the gender, over-apologizing doesn’t make a good impression and significantly impacts your self-esteem. You apologize several times daily for forgetting something, dropping it,…

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Distractions like talking on the phone, texting, or drinking are the main causes of traffic accidents, accounting for 30% of collisions. In 2022, there were 10,000 176 distracted driving accidents on Austrian roads, resulting in 9,290 driver injuries and 76 fatalities. After a decline in the pandemic years, distraction accidents are now rising again. A new ÖAMTC study shows the effects of such distractions and that subjective perceptions of danger are often deceptive. “Making phone calls without a hands-free device increases the risk of accidents for drivers by about four…

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It is one of the appliances used almost daily: Microwaves can get dirty quickly and pose a serious health risk over time. Here are some tips on how you can clean them. Cleaning your microwave is a task that often becomes a “morning job.” This is understandable because cleaning the microwave is not very pleasant and usually requires a lot of patience.But the fact is that the more you use it and the more food you heat, the dirtier this indispensable kitchen appliance gets. Stains, splatters, and odours may eventually…

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