Rabbit and egg: Easter traditions

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For centuries, various customs and symbols have been associated with Easter, some of which have survived in a different form. Some of them, such as the ratchet and the epitaphios, a liturgical blanket, are only common in individual Christian denominations. The rabbit, Easter lamb and egg are probably the best-known Easter symbols. However, there are also numerous other traditions for the main festival in the Christian church year, such as the palm bush, ratcheting and the Easter food blessing, which is popular in rural areas. While the blessing of food…

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This is what happens if you don’t wash your face every day

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The twice-daily ritual in the bathroom is brushing your teeth and washing your face. A dermatologist explains the consequences if the latter falls by the wayside. Unlike the rest of the body, the face is not protected by clothing and is surrounded by environmental influences all day. It goes without saying that the dirt has to be cleaned off in the evening. But what is the point of washing extensively in the morning? Is it necessary, or can our skin cope better than we think it would without it? Dermatologist…

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Italian catalogue of fines: The Italian holiday will be expensive. 2588 euros for telephoning without hands-free equipment

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If you want to go on holiday to Italy, you must comply with stricter traffic regulations in the future. The Italian Chamber of Deputies passed a reform of the road traffic regulations on Wednesday with 163 votes in favour and 107 against. This still has to be approved by the Senate. The draft law provides for far-reaching changes, including a crackdown on drivers using mobile phones or driving under the influence of drugs. Penalties tripledThe penalties for drivers who use mobile phones or chat at the wheel will be tripled.…

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Pope celebrates Chrism Mass in St Peter’s Basilica

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On Maundy Thursday, Pope Francis celebrated the Chrism Mass in St Peter’s Basilica with priests from the Diocese of Rome and the Vatican Curia. This Mass marks the beginning of the great liturgical celebrations around Easter. During the Mass, holy oils were consecrated, which are used for baptisms, confirmations, anointings of the sick, and ordinations. The Pope, who had recently canceled several appointments due to bronchitis, was pushed to the altar in a wheelchair. In his sermon, he called on the priests to look with love at those who are…

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Comet Pons-Brooks is also visible in Austria

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Only every 71 years is there a chance to observe the comet Pons-Brooks in the night sky. With a waning moon and a little luck with the weather, the Easter weekend in Austria is a good time for this. It is difficult with the naked eye, but not impossible. Comet expert Michael Jäger recommends the first 90 minutes after sunset as the observation period. The comet will reach its closest point to the sun on April 21, 2024. Trip to the observatoryIf you don’t want to rely on the naked…

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Austrian Football National Team U17s qualify for European Championships with Austro-Filipino player in team

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Austria’s U17 national football team secured their ticket to the European Championship finals in Cyprus impressively on Tuesday. The ÖFB team beat Spain 3-1 in Wiener Neustadt to secure an unbeaten seven points and win Group 7 of the qualifying elite round. As one of the seven best group runners-up, the Iberians (6) could also look forward to a ticket to the European Championship. The tournament takes place between 20 May and 5 June.Dortmund’s youngster Thierry Fidjeu-Tazemeta (19th), Rapid talents Ensar Music (26th) and captain Philipp Moizi (80th) with a…

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You shouldn’t fill up your car on Good Friday

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If you have to go to the petrol station over the Easter weekend, you should avoid Good Friday. According to ÖAMTC, petrol prices are always highest on this day. The mobility club has compared Easter petrol prices for the past four years. The result is clear. Good Friday is the most expensive petrol day on the Easter weekendIf possible, you should not fill up your car with gasoline on Good Friday. In the past, prices on this day have been between 3.5 and 5.5 cents per litre—or one chocolate bunny…

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Good question : Eating healthy: How many eggs are actually too many?

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Eggs are not only on everyone’s lips at Easter: whether as a soft-boiled version at breakfast, as a savoury omelette for a quick dinner or as a baking ingredient in afternoon cakes, eggs are regularly on the menu. At the same time, eggs had an image problem for a long time, as they were notorious for being a real cholesterol bomb. This bad reputation has been crumbling for years, as it has been shown that the egg is much more of a high-quality nutrient bomb with many important vitamins and…

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Maundy Thursday: The celebration of the Last Supper

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Even though Maundy Thursday is not an official holiday, it still has an important meaning: the Last Supper on Maundy Thursday marks the beginning of Jesus’ suffering and death. What is Maundy Thursday?Maundy Thursday commemorates Jesus’ last meal with his disciples before his arrest. On the evening of Maundy Thursday, the so-called “Triduum Sacrum” (or “Triduum Paschale”) begins, i.e. the time of the holy three days or the paschal three days. According to ancient tradition, the new day begins the evening before. For this reason, Maundy Thursday evening is also…

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