Lack of exercise damages memory

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Lack of exercise hurts the brain. This has now been proven in a study conducted by Johannes Kepler University in Linz. Mental performance declines. This was investigated based on the coronavirus lockdown, which led to less exercise. The recently published study examined 318 young adults. The research team looked at how the lack of exercise during the coronavirus lockdown affected the short-term memory and attention span of young students in four countries, including Austria. The results clearly showed that during the lockdown, participants were confronted with higher stress levels and…

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Drink plenty of fluids in hot weather? Researchers advise against 3 types of drinks

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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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“Uninstall immediately”: 5 apps that track your every move

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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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Extreme heatwave in Austria: Temperatures expected to reach 36 degrees

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After July was a washout this year, temperatures are now reaching midsummer highs again in August. Meteorologists are expecting daily temperatures above 30 degrees this week, in particular. The intense heat of the weekend was somewhat dampened by a cold front on Monday. Temperatures will then rise to over 35 degrees on Thursday and Friday – possibly the hottest days of the week. Today, Wednesday, the sky will be completely cloudless. A few more cumulus clouds will form over the mountains, but even here, only isolated local showers or thunderstorms…

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The most hospitable travel destinations in the world

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Every year, the travel platform Booking.com analyzes where there are a vast number of accommodations with so-called Traveler Review Awards. This in-house award is given for exceptional hospitality, and Booking uses it to create a ranking of the most hospitable places in the world. To arrive at its ranking, the travel platform evaluates which providers on the platform consistently receive excellent customer reviews from vacationers and are praised for their outstanding service. The categories analyzed include accommodations, car rental companies, and taxi drivers. From coffee farms to pristine beaches, medieval…

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Perseid meteor shower tonight: Summer stardust

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Strictly speaking, the Perseids have nothing to do with Perseus. The annual summer meteor shower owes its name to the constellation of the Greek mythological hero from which it appears to fall. However, the shooting stars actually originate from a comet with the somewhat unwieldy name 109P/Swift-Tuttle. Every year in mid-August, the Earth crosses its dust trail. This causes the small comet particles to enter the Earth’s atmosphere at high speed, where they burn up and become visible as bright trails of light. Some even briefly reach the brightness of…

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Few People Know This: What the Colors of Kitchen Sponges Really Mean

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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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The heatwave will keep us sweating for this long

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However, those hoping for cooler weather will have to be patient. The risk of thunderstorms is also increasing again. At least another week of summer heat After a hot and humid weekend, the new week will start a little more pleasantly in eastern Austria. The daily highs will be just below 30 °C, and the air will no longer feel so oppressive. The brief respite will end quickly: starting on Tuesday, temperatures will rise again day by day. This will also increase the risk of thunderstorms, especially in the mountains.…

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Overseas Filipino Workforce Grows as Diaspora Flourishes Globally

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The number of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) continues its upward trajectory. In a recent survey by the Philippine Statistics Authority, an estimated 2.16 million OFWs were working abroad between April and September 2023, marking a 9.8% increase over the 1.96 million recorded in 2022 (psa.gov.ph, philstar.com). Women comprised the majority of OFWs in 2023, totaling 1.20 million (55.6%), while male OFWs numbered about 958,000 (psa.gov.ph). Regional Distribution Asia remains the dominant region for OFW placements, hosting 80.8% of the workforce. Key countries include: Saudi Arabia: 23% United Arab Emirates (UAE):…

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