Category: General Interest

A spectacle in the sky is imminent! This weekend, on the night of May 5–6, 2024, to be precise, we will have the opportunity to marvel at up to 50 shooting stars per hour. The phenomenon of the Eta AquariidsEvery year between 19 April and 28 May, we can experience the fascinating phenomenon of the Eta Aquariids. During this time, the Earth passes through the orbit of Halley’s Comet, whose fragments burn up as shooting stars in our atmosphere. Highlights of the phenomenonThe peak of this natural spectacle awaits us…

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On average, people drink 2.5 cups of coffee a day. This makes coffee one of the absolute favorite drinks in this country. However, it is better to avoid coffee immediately after a meal. Whether at breakfast, in the office at lunchtime, or at a café in the afternoon, coffee is undoubtedly one of our favorite drinks. We also treat ourselves to a cup of coffee after a meal. After all, coffee stimulates digestion and banishes tiredness. But is coffee indeed good for digestion, or is it just a health myth?…

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Cucumber water is not only healthy but also a natural slimming aid. This is one of the reasons why this easy-to-prepare drink has long since become an absolute trend. Cucumbers consist of 95 percent water. This means that the vegetable contains hardly any calories. At the same time, the high water content supports the body’s fluid intake and helps to eliminate toxins. Tasty vegetables also contain a high proportion of vitamins B and C. These are mainly hidden in the skin, so they should also be eaten. Cucumbers are also…

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The mobile phone manufacturer Huawei points out a specific sequence when charging a smartphone. What is the first step: connecting the mobile phone to the cable or plugging the charger into the socket? Charging your mobile phone: First, the plug, then the mobile phoneEven though the battery performance of smartphones has improved significantly, especially in recent years, and mobile phones no longer need to be plugged into a socket often, charging remains an (almost) daily ritual. You can’t do much wrong here – or can you? Smartphone manufacturer Huawei has…

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Bread and pasta make you fat, coffee is dehydrating, and eggs increase cholesterol levels. The list of such myths, misconceptions, and half-truths in nutrition is long, and many of them persist—13 myths in an individual check. What are nutritional myths, and how do they arise?Nutritional myths ascribe properties to certain foods or nutrients that they do not have, according to scientific findings. Some nutritional myths date back to when there were neither refrigerators nor modern nutritional science. It is often impossible to determine their exact origin. Modern myths sometimes accompany…

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A so-called nova explosion will soon be visible from Earth. The event only occurs every 80 years or so. “T Coronae Borealis,” or “T CrB,” is a star about 2,700 light-years from Earth. It usually has a magnitude of 10 brightness—too faint to recognise with the naked eye. However, according to NASA, this is set to change in the coming days. The US space agency expects the star to erupt by September this year – a so-called nova explosion occurring approximately every 80 years: “This could be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity…

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An extraordinary heatwave has been keeping the region busy for the past week. The thermometer rose to 45 degrees in some places. People in South and Southeast Asia are bracing themselves for more extreme heat. In the Philippines, the Ministry of Education announced on Sunday that schools would remain closed until Tuesday due to extreme heat and a nationwide bus drivers’ strike. Authorities in other countries also issued health warnings. Citizens sought refuge from the smoldering temperatures in parks or shopping centers cooled by air conditioning. As the Philippine Department…

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Lemon water is not only very healthy, but it also aids digestion and helps you lose weight. Slim down with lemon water: this healthy drink provides the body with essential nutrients and is ideal for losing weight. The mixture of water and lemon also tastes delicious and ensures a good start to the day. Freshness kick: lemon water is a proven health boosterIf you want to do something good for your body in the morning, avoid sweet fruit juices and opt for a classic: lemon water. The refreshing drink stimulates…

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The World Health Organization (WHO) has expressed “alarm” at the consumption of alcohol and e-cigarettes among 11 to 15-year-olds. Urgent action is needed, the European branch of the WHO said in a report published on Thursday. The widespread consumption of harmful substances by children in many countries in Europe and beyond is a “serious threat” to public health, explained the WHO Regional Director for Europe, Hans Kluge. He called for higher taxes, restrictions on sales outlets and advertising, and a ban on flavourings. Teenagers have switched to e-cigarettesThe report is…

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