Category: General Interest

In the transition period to the new year, many people tend to set ambitious goals for themselves. Most of the time, New Year’s resolutions fail. Nevertheless, religious philosopher Gesine Palmer believes that it makes sense to use the time in between to pause for a moment. The old year ended with the last public holidays, and a new working year has begun. So, with some luck, we had a few days of undefined time: not really work, not really vacation, and even the often insatiable demands of religion. There is…

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There’s a good reason why you shouldn’t do the dishes today. According to an old superstition, doing such chores on January 1st brings bad luck. If there is any truth to this, it is, of course, best to wait until January 2. Otherwise, it should have been done yesterday, as Nyheder24.dk reports. Several superstitions, myths, and old stories suggest that any form of cleaning or tidying up should be avoided on January 1. One belief states that doing laundry on the first day of the year will ‘wash away’ a…

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For many people, blowing out the candles on the birthday cake to the invited guests’ cheers is simply part of the fun. But anyone who thinks the act is completely harmless is mistaken. At most birthday parties, a piece of cake is served. Under certain circumstances, however, these can be teeming with viruses and bacteria. Up to 1400% more bacteria are possibleAccording to the study Bacterial Transfer Associated with Blowing Out Candles on a Birthday Cake, published in the Journal of Food Research, there are sometimes a few not-so-nice surprises…

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Socks make it easier to fall asleep, but it’s better not to wear them when you sleep so that your body can regulate its temperature. Find out why here! Should you sleep with socks on your feet? This question divides opinion and leads to differences of opinion among experts. Each side has its own arguments. The benefits of wearing socks when sleepingAccording to a study conducted by two South Korean academics, wearing socks, which can be easily cleaned with a trick, leads to better sleep at night. The study on…

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They belong to the invasive species and are also multiplying more and more in our latitudes: the Asian tiger mosquito and the yellow fever mosquito. The WHO is now warning that dengue fever could also spread rapidly in Europe because of these pests. The danger is growing due to climate change and the associated rise in temperatures, said WHO specialist Diana Rojas in Geneva on Friday. This year, Italy has reported 82 locally transmitted infections, France 43, and Spain three. Eggs do not survive local wintersRojas said European countries still…

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Most people know that regular oil changes are important for the maintenance and well-being of their cars. Perhaps you pay attention to the small sticker in the corner of your windscreen. Or maybe you just change the oil every two months without giving it a second thought. There are several factors to considerAccording to experts, the time between oil changes actually depends on several factors. First, it depends on your vehicle. What type of car do you drive? Check your owner’s manual for information on how often you should change…

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The Pirola variants dominate in Austria, above all JN.1. There is increasing evidence that it could develop into an intestinal infection. Corona numbers remain high. This is reflected in wastewater monitoring, whose curve is only slowly flattening, and in the more than 50,000 sick notes due to Corona infections. The number of hospital occupancy rates is also high, as Virolge Norbert Nowotny confirms in an interview with “Heute”: “We have over 1,100 hospitalized people throughout Austria, which is not a small number.”The new, even more contagious Pirola variants are now…

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As the winter chill sets in and heating systems come on, airing your home remains crucial for a pleasant smell and your health. While leaving windows open for hours is common in summer, the approach changes in winter. According to Linternaute experts, opening the windows in winter allows fresh air to circulate, improving indoor air quality by removing pollutants, odors and humidity. It is important to open the windows regularly throughout the day for about 5 to 10 minutes. Experts recommend that 5 to 10 minutes of daily ventilation can…

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Dr. Jen Caudle, an American family doctor, has revealed in two TikTok videos which parts of the body we often neglect when showering. Her videos, which have achieved over 2.5 million views, contain important hygiene tips. Dr. Jen stresses the importance of cleaning the belly button and behind the ears. She advises remembering by rubbing behind your ear and then smelling your finger. If it smells unpleasant, that area has not been washed recently. According to Metro, Dr. Jen also warns that many people neglect their nails, legs, toes, and…

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