Category: General Interest

Even if they are rarely talked about, many parents have favorite children. According to a new meta-study, older siblings, girls, and particularly dutiful and sociable children are preferred. However, the tendency is only slightly pronounced, and the results should be interpreted cautiously in view of the complexity of family processes, says an expert who was not involved in the study. “Researchers have known for decades that unequal treatment of parents can have lasting consequences for children,” said lead author Alexander Jensen from Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, in a…

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Have you ever wondered what pilots eat on a flight or how many km/h a plane will take you on vacation? We have compiled 20 interesting, surprising, and helpful facts about flying for you. The captain and co-pilot get different meals on board most airlines to be prepared in case of food poisoning. The sensitivity of the taste buds can be reduced by around a third due to the air on board. There is an average of around 200,000 flights worldwide daily—the number has been rising for years! Due to…

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Healthy eating is not easy. Luckily, studies give us an overview of what we should focus on—including vegetables. In one study, scientist Jennifer Di Noia compared different foods and their nutrients.The healthiest vegetables in the worldAccording to this study, only one vegetable achieves the recommended daily intake of 17 essential nutrients with just 100 calories: watercress. This rather unknown green vegetable scores with its spicy taste and incredible nutrient density. A small portion covers the daily dose of the most important vitamins and minerals—with minimal calories. Watercress goes perfectly in…

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Many people have birthmarks. We are usually only really interested in them when they cause problems. But there are many more exciting things to discover about these small spots on the skin, such as how they got their name in the first place. We should all keep a close eye on moles; that should be common knowledge. What is perhaps less well known is the origin of their name. Each one is differentA mole is formed from melanocytes, the cells that produce the pigment responsible for tanning the skin, which…

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At first glance, company logos sometimes seem to make more sense, sometimes less. Choosing an apple as a company logo when your company is called Apple is anything but far-fetched. But why did the founders choose a piece of fruit that had already been nibbled on? First of all, we should perhaps clarify where the name Apple came from in the first place. We wouldn’t automatically associate a company that stands for revolutionary technologies with fallen fruit, to say the least. Steve Jobs: Creative genius with a connection to realityThere…

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Honey is a culinary marvel cherished for its sweet flavour and incredible longevity. Unlike most foods, honey never goes bad. Archaeologists have even discovered honey pots in ancient Egyptian tombs, which are still perfectly edible after thousands of years! But why does honey resist spoilage? The secret lies in its composition. Honey is naturally low in moisture and high in sugar, creating an environment hostile to bacteria and other microorganisms. Its acidity further enhances its preservative properties. Bees infuse honey with an enzyme called glucose oxidase, which produces hydrogen peroxide—another…

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The new year is here—the perfect time to make travel plans for 2025! Whether you’re looking for relaxing days on the beach, action-packed ski trips, or long hikes, the possibilities are endless. But nothing beats a good old city break. Instead of always heading for the usual suspects like Rome or Venice, it’s worth looking at lesser-known but equally fascinating destinations. The renowned travel magazine “Time Out” has published a list of the best city break destinations for 2025. The focus is not only on the famous classics but also…

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Phishing attacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and the focus is no longer just on e-mail and SMS. A new study shows that fraudsters are also targeting other methods. Phishing via search engines is on the riseAccording to a new analysis by security company Netskope, the number of clicks on phishing links increased significantly in 2024. What is particularly worrying is that almost 20 percent of these clicks were made via search engines. There, attackers specifically use advertisements to place fake pages in the results. People searching for popular shopping portals…

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For years, Netflix offered three subscription levels: Basic, Standard, and Premium. In the meantime, the low-cost “Standard subscription with ads” has been introduced, and the basic subscription has been cancelled for new customers. We show you what you must pay monthly to access the extensive range of films and series. Netflix costs in 2025: current prices at a glanceUnlike Amazon Prime Video, Netflix includes all series, films, and documentaries in the subscription. There is no additional option to buy or rent videos for individual viewing. Netflix adds new series and…

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