“Earth Night” will be observed in Austria today, Friday

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42 cities and municipalities are participating in “Earth Night” in Austria. The environmental umbrella organization is calling the so-called “Earth Night” in Austria on Friday for the fourth time. The action intends to draw attention to light pollution and its adverse effects on biodiversity and human health. In a statement, the NGO called on the federal government to launch a nationwide energy-saving package. Signs against light pollutionAmong them are the provincial capitals of Salzburg, Linz, Graz, Eisenstadt, and Klagenfurt. After dark, a signal against light pollution is to be set,…

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Late summer returns for the last time after rain

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For Saturday and Sunday, meteorologists forecast temperatures of up to 29 degrees with only a few clouds. After some rain showers on Friday, late summer returns to Austria again this weekend. Meteorologists predict temperatures of up to 29 degrees for Saturday and Sunday, accompanied by only a few clouds. But on Tuesday, the magic will end with a cold front from Germany. Friday will start with early morning fog patches, which will also be more persistent south of the main Alpine ridge. Otherwise, the sun will shine frequently throughout the…

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Asian tiger mosquito: How dangerous is it really?

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The Asian tiger mosquito (Aedes albopictus) is a small, black-and-white patterned mosquito species originating in Southeast Asia. However, global trade and travel have spread to many parts of the world, including Europe and the United States. Unlike native mosquito species, the tiger mosquito is diurnal and bites during the day and evening. How dangerous is the Asian tiger mosquito?The Asian tiger mosquito is considered a potentially dangerous vector of diseases.In some regions, it has already spread several viral diseases.Although it is not infected with these diseases, it is a so-called…

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2023 is likely to land among the warmest years in Austria since measurements began

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Geosphere Austria’s latest interim assessment on Wednesday shows that this year will likely end up among the warmest years in Austria’s measurement history. He said this year’s September already stood out due to above-average temperatures. “If October, November, and December run similarly to the average of the last ten years, 2023 will be one of the three warmest years in Austria’s 256-year measurement history,” said climatologist Alexander Orlik. The warmest years since measurements began: where does 2023 land?“If autumn and the beginning of winter are cooler than in recent years,…

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New Corona variants here – what you need to know now

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How should the new “Eris” and “Pirola” variants be evaluated, and has Sars-CoV-2 become a typical disease? Here’s what the experts say. “Even though we have largely put the Corona pandemic behind us, the virus will continue to occupy us,” Health Minister Johannes Rauch stressed in early September. Indeed, COVID-19 infections are expected to rise again this fall. Two new variants are on the health authorities’ radar. What does this mean, and how dangerous are “Eris” and “Pirola”? Here are the most important answers for the Corona fall: Are the…

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New super radar already flashes at this speed

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Since 2020, radar devices have been successively replaced throughout Austria. The new devices are much more accurate; the tolerance is lower.Throughout Austria, older radar units are being upgraded to new, more accurate equipment. As a result, drivers will face more fines. Speeding is a massive problem in road traffic. In 2021 alone, there were 944 accidents with personal injuries in Upper Austria due to “inappropriate speed.” Last year, new radar equipment was installed on the A1 in Asten near Linz. And this is how the “super radar” works: A laser…

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iPhone 15: Apple surprises with prices

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On Tuesday evening, Apple unveiled the iPhone 15. There’s a bit of a surprise when it comes to pricing. For example, it was initially rumoured that Apple was raising prices to balance out sales despite falling sales. However, the opposite has happened. The iPhones are getting cheaper. For example, the regular iPhone and the Plus variant are being sold for 50 euros less in Austria compared to the starting price of the predecessor model. However, the devices still do not bargain at 949 and 1099 euros, respectively. With a retail…

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COVID Infection in Austria – an upward trend

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Midsummer is history, and with the start of school last week – as in previous years – the question arises: What does this mean for CoV infections? One thing is sure: even during the endemic phase, surprising and problematic viral variants may emerge. The number of infections is rising again, albeit at a low level. Still, the upward trend has continued for a few weeks now – this can be seen from the current data of the wastewater monitoring and the sequence analyses of AGES. The viral variation EG.5.1 (also…

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100-year calendar: forecast for winter 2023

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The so-called 100-year calendar dates back to the records of Mauritius Knaur, the abbot of the Langheim Monastery, in the 17th century. He assumes that the planets primarily determine the weather, whose sequences are repeated every seven years. Many still use the calendar, first published in 1704 under the name Knaurs. Also, about the coming winter, it holds some forecasts known, which may be interesting for one or the other. A cold winter approachingAccording to magazines Echo24 and HNA, the winter of 2023 is expected to be as unpredictable as…

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