Category: General Interest

This year, we are once again experiencing one heat record after another. Temperatures are currently climbing, and in some parts of Europe, temperatures above 35 degrees Celsius are likely to become commonplace in just a few months. Whenever this happens, one thing is particularly important: drinking enough fluids. According to science, however, the choice of beverages is also important. Drink plenty of fluids in hot weather: just not these Officially, the recommendation is to drink at least three liters per day in high temperatures and with the heatwave that may…

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Not only in the Google Play Store, but also in Apple’s App Store, dangerous applications can occasionally be found that can cause serious problems for users. These include, for example, the following apps, which you should delete. They can pose a threat in a variety of ways. Delete app: Watch out for these five examples If you find a questionable app on your phone, deleting it is always a recommended response. iPhone and iPad owners can generally feel a little safer, as Apple thoroughly checks the apps in its App…

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Most people toss a pack of kitchen sponges into their cart without thinking twice. Green, yellow, blue, pink—it’s just a rainbow of cleaning tools, right? Not exactly. Those colors often mean more than decoration, and knowing the difference can save you from hygiene mishaps (and maybe a bad case of cross-contamination). Yellow + Green: The Classic WorkhorseThe yellow-and-green sponge is the most common in households. The yellow side is a soft foam for wiping down counters and delicate surfaces, while the green side is a tougher, abrasive scrubber for pots,…

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Almost all padlocks have it, but hardly anyone knows its purpose: the small hole at the bottom is more important than you think. Whether for a basement compartment, a locker at the gym, or as a token of love on a bridge, almost everyone owns a padlock. Nevertheless, most people probably haven’t even noticed the tiny hole on the bottom, right next to the actual keyhole. Have you ever wondered what it’s there for? This small detail is quite helpful. Tiny, inexpensive locks, such as those on a diary, sometimes…

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Meteor showers, a supermoon, and a planetary parade will make for some fascinating celestial events over Austria in August. Summertime is Perseid time. That much is clear. Shooting stars have been raining down on us since mid-July. This year, the summer meteor shower will reach its peak on the night of August 12- 13. But even before that, it’s worth taking a look at the night sky. On Saturday (August 9), the August full moon will appear, shining like a supermoon, but it is not one. The August full moon…

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According to a study, eating three servings of French fries per week increases the risk of diabetes by around 20 percent. Eating a similar amount of potatoes in boiled, baked, or mashed form is not as harmful, according to a study published in the British Medical Journal. Specifically, it concerns the risk of type 2 diabetes, also known as adult-onset diabetes, which can be caused by predisposition, but above all by obesity and lack of exercise. Potatoes contain a lot of vitamin C, magnesium, and fiber. Still, they also contain…

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Standby mode is not the best way to save electricity. It is worth unplugging devices completely. However, what many people don’t know is that the type of electrical appliance is crucial. Some have problems when their power supply is cut off. Unplug or switch off? There is a difference Whether you unplug the device or press the switch to deactivate it makes a difference, at least for your wallet. This is because many electrical appliances continue to consume power even when they are switched off. These include televisions, radios, LCD…

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Tea and berries contribute to healthier aging, as a recent study shows. People who regularly drink black tea, snack on berries, or eat apples may not only be doing their taste buds a favor, but also their health in old age. This is suggested by a new international study recently published in a scientific journal. Researchers at Edith Cowan University in Australia, Queen’s University Belfast, and the renowned Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health studied the diet and health of more than 86,000 people over 24 years. Their key…

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There is likely to be a lot of excitement. This is because the upcoming iPhone 17 models will probably no longer work with a conventional SIM card in Austria either. Instead, iPhone users will probably have to rely exclusively on an eSIM. In recent weeks, there have been increasing signs that the new iPhones will also be eSIM-only in Europe. Futurezone has also heard that domestic industry circles are expecting such a move from Apple. In the US, iPhones have only been sold without a SIM card slot since 2022.…

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