Category: General Interest

As every year, the situational winter tyre requirement ends on 15 April 2024. The ÖAMTC explained in a press release on Wednesday what needs to be observed this year too. However, the ÖAMTC advises not to rely solely on the specified date, as April is known for its sudden changes in weather. It is, therefore, advisable to monitor the current weather situation. Other safety aspects to bear in mindSummer and winter tyres should only be used in the corresponding season, as otherwise there will be significant safety restrictions in traffic.…

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Saharan dust clouded the skies over Carinthia and East Tyrol for days. On Wednesday night, however, it rained in several regions and washed the dust out of the air. However, the consequences were particularly unpleasant for car drivers: the dust and rain mixture deposited an unsightly, sticky layer on the paintwork of many vehicles. To avoid damage to the paintwork, a thorough car wash is now important, says ÖAMTC technician Florian Merker: “Pollen and Saharan dust can also clog the cabin air filter. You should have it replaced regularly anyway.”The…

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Winter tyres are still mandatory until April 15, but if you don’t find yourself in winter driving conditions, you can change your tyres to summer tyres at any time. Or change them yourself if the stored tyres are still good. We explain what you need to keep in mind here. It looks so simple, but you can do many things wrong when changing tyres, which can lead to problems, warns the expert organisation GTÜ. The correct torque and sequence are crucial. And under no circumstances should you spray Caramba, WD40…

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The mild southerly current will bring Saharan dust to Europe again over the next few days. According to the current forecast, however, this will not be as strong in Austria as last weekend, and the highest concentrations of the dust cloud will move over Spain, France, and Germany on Sunday. warm air combination is “unusual,” according to meteorologistsThe meteorologist, climate researcher, and activist Helga Kromp-Kolb described this weekend’s possible or probable earliest heat day, 30 degrees in a calendar year in Austria, as quite “unusual” in a statement to the…

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Walking is often underestimated, but it is one of the healthiest and most accessible forms of exercise. According to an article on ZEIT Online that highlights the benefits of walking, this activity is not only physically beneficial but also mentally invigorating and offers the opportunity to socialise while walking.Otmar Weiß, head of the university course for psychomotor skills at the University of Vienna, emphasises that walking has an optimal effect on all three levels of well-being – physical, mental and social. At a time when fitness is often equated with…

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Did you know that showering for longer than 15 minutes is not only harmful to the planet but can also damage your skin? This article shows how our daily showering behaviour affects the environment and skin health. Aside from the hygienic aspect, the shower is a moment of true relaxation for many. Many of us spend long minutes in the shower, harming our skin. In this article, we tell you more about how long you should shower and how long you shouldn’t exceed. Effects on the skin: what dermatologists sayExcessive…

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How often do you wash your towels? A survey from the UK reveals some shocking facts. When and why should you change them regularly? There’s nothing better than wrapping yourself in a nice, big, fresh, fluffy towel after a shower. But when is the next time you wash it? New research from bathing experts Showers to You has revealed that over a million people in the UK only wash their towels once a year, even though freshly laundered towels contain 190,000 bacteria, rising to 17 million after just one day…

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At the solemn Easter Vigil in St Peter’s Basilica, Pope Francis recalled the hope of the resurrection. The 87-year-old read the sermon himself despite his current health difficulties. He celebrated the vigil sitting down; he also recited the prayers sitting down and with a firm voice, as well as the sermon. He also baptised eight adults from four countries during the service.The Pope’s sermon on Saturday evening was about the women who, according to the Bible, go to Jesus’ tomb after his death, which was supposed to be sealed by…

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Saharan dust settles over Austria and other Central European countries over the Easter weekend. According to Geosphere Austria, a large cloud from the African continent once again reached Central Europe with the prevailing southerly wind. “The peak will be reached this Saturday,” a geosphere expert said, as published by the Austrian Press Agency. Up to 1,200 milligrammes of Saharan dust per square metre were in the air. There was a storm warning for the entire Easter weekend in parts of Austria. Vorarlberg, Tyrol, and parts of Salzburg were particularly affected,…

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