Category: General Interest

To get a good night’s sleep, it’s essential to ensure the temperature in your bedroom is set correctly. A researcher explains how to set the thermostat correctly. You’ve probably already noticed, but it’s harder to sleep when it’s too hot or cold. This can be explained scientifically, and an ideal temperature is supposed to guarantee a better night’s sleep. The effects of sleep on our health and productivityThe heatwave is finally over; many of us have suffered. Sleeping in the heat is very uncomfortable; we toss and turn in our…

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A low battery is one of the biggest annoyances in everyday smartphone use. Battery packs can alleviate the problem a little. Even though high-performance power banks are available for around 20 euros, carrying these devices around is quite annoying. Unnecessary turningSometimes, however, it can also be helpful to take a closer look at the settings on your iPhone. If you tweak a few settings, you can at least limit the energy consumption of your Apple mobile phone to some extent. Depending on which apps you have installed on your iPhone,…

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New radar technology combined with artificial intelligence is set to monitor road traffic even more accurately in the future. Mobile phones at the wheel can be expensive. Speed, distance, red lights and now also mobile phone use! Radar devices will be able to monitor more and more regulations and bans more precisely. Background: Distractions (mostly caused by mobile phones) are now the most common cause of fatal accidents in Austria. At 25.6 percent, this cause is even higher than speeding (22.7 percent). Law enforcement agencies now want to counter this…

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Every day, visitors to Rome throw thousands of coins into the famous Trevi Fountain. Numerous tourists crowd in front of the iconic Trevi Fountain – especially in the high season. When travelling to Rome, they don’t just want to admire the baroque building, they also want to throw a few coins into it. Throwing the money over your left shoulder with your right hand is important. According to legend, this ensures you will soon return to the Italian capital. A second coin is said to make you fall in love…

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The next time you throw away a banana peel, think twice. According to a recent article on ScienceAlert, banana peels, which are often overlooked and discarded, have some surprisingly useful uses. Banana peels are more than just a comedic slip hazard; they are a versatile ingredient with several potential uses. The article emphasises how these peels can be turned into valuable resources in some ways. One of the most interesting uses of banana peels is in the kitchen. Contrary to popular belief, they are not only edible but can also…

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At first, there was nothing you could take with you. Then, it was books, newspapers, and comics. But today, it’s probably the mobile phone most people take with them when they need something to pass the time while sitting on the toilet. According to Pensionist, NordVPN conducted a survey of nearly 10,000 adults, and here, a full 65 percent responded that they use their mobile phones when they let nature take its course. In fact, 26- to 41-year-olds are the most likely to use their mobile phones, with the youngest…

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Do you know iOS like the back of your hand and are familiar with all the iPhone operating system’s tips, tricks, and hacks? But there’s one secret Apple app that even some experts don’t know about. We’ll tell you what it is and what it’s actually good for. Somewhat hidden: alternative code scanner in the iPhoneIf you have iOS 14, iOS 15 or even iOS 16 installed on your iPhone, you can now go on a search. You can now search for a secret app that Apple has hidden in…

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Apple cider vinegar is said to heal the skin, hair, liver, intestines, metabolism, and blood sugar, among other things. It is also said to help with weight loss. How healthy is it to drink this acidic food? Apple cider vinegar contains many important vitamins, minerals, trace elements, and enzymes, including vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, C, E, beta-carotene, folic acid, potassium, magnesium, iron, sodium, calcium, phosphate, fluoride, iodine, zinc, copper, and selenium. Some of the health benefits of apple cider vinegar have been proven in studies, but research into its…

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It’s no secret that we use our mobile phones so much that we sometimes charge them more than once a day. Unfortunately, many people do this wrong. Here, you can learn how to charge your mobile phone correctly to keep the battery life as long as possible. Mobile phones: Not just for making callsThe days when a mobile phone was just a device for making calls are long gone. Every day, we use a variety of mobile applications that facilitate communication and handle everyday (including official and banking) matters. Given…

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