Meteorologist predicts heavy rain, snow and storm surge

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According to a meteorologist, a “turbulent weather pattern” is coming to Europe. And it has snow, massive storm surges and lots of heavy rain in tow. Worryingly, meteorologist Clemens Teutsch-Zumtobel has issued a weather forecast for the coming days. On Platform X, he writes: “Turbulent weather is ahead in Europe. Storms and rain on the Iberian Peninsula and southern France Heavy rain from Liguria to Ticino and South Tyrol. Föhn storm in the Alps Snowfall is possible in Germany and Poland. High tide/storm surge at the Baltic Sea”. And, “There…

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How to get from the cell phone signature to the new ID Austria

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What are the benefits of ID Austria?With the so-called ID Austria, you can identify yourself digitally via smartphone and confirm your identity. This is done via an app called “Digital Office. With ID Austria, you can save yourself from bureaucracy and trips to the authorities. You must have a smartphone with face or fingerprint recognition and be at least 14 years old. ID Austria is the successor to the cell phone signature. According to Florian Tursky, State Secretary for Digitization, the ID Austria is a “digital identity” recognized across the…

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Warning of a new wave of fraud: “House number on the package is missing”

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A wave of phishing is currently sweeping smartphones in Austria. The scammers claim that a parcel cannot be delivered. Changing shortcodes are quoted as the sender, such as Verify, IMO or Tango. The sender does not specify which delivery service made the alleged delivery attempt. This triggers curiosity; moreover, the message is largely correctly worded orthographically and grammatically and looks genuine. Anyone who is expecting a package could indeed fall victim to the scammers. The scam repeats itself.Delivery of your package has been suspended because there is no house number…

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For better sleep: should you sleep with your mouth taped shut?

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Because a number of problems can be “taped away,” the “Mouth Taping” fad promises healthier and higher-quality sleep. The concept is to seal the mouth with adhesive tape before bed so breathing is only possible through the nose. There are now even special mouth patches, also known as “sleep strips” or “sleep tape.” However, a porous adhesive tape from the first aid kit will also do. What benefits can you get from “mouth taping”?The healthy effects are said to extend to snoring behavior, the immune system and even mood. Proponents…

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Austria welcomes Philippine nurses

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The shortage of skilled nursing staff in Austria is precarious. Local staff or workers from EU member states cannot cover this shortage in the medium and long term. This emerging shortage of skilled nursing staff throughout Austria paved the way for Filipino nurses to work in healthcare institutions in Austria. On October 4, 2023, the  PH Embassy in Vienna, led by Ambassador Evangeline Arroyo-Bernas, in cooperation with the Philippine Overseas Labor Office (POLO) in Milan, welcomed another batch of Filipino healthcare professionals to Austria. It was in October 2022 when…

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Are all-season tires sufficient to use in winter?

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It’s the same question every year: Should we change our tires? Anyone who relies on all-season tires does not have to deal with this issue. And demand for these practical all-rounders is growing. But how do they fare during the winter? Their numerous sipes can identify winter tires, which provide sufficient grip in snowy and icy conditions. They are made of softer rubber than summer tires to ensure driving stability and a short braking distance even in sub-zero temperatures. Summer tires do not have fine sipes, but several wide longitudinal…

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Ghosts and pumpkins: This is why we celebrate Halloween

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Soon, it will be that time again. Children go around the houses to collect sweets. But where does Halloween come from? Irish tradition gave rise to Halloween as we know it today. The Celtic festival “Samhain” is celebrated there, which means “end of summer.” At that time, it was believed that on this night, the gates to the underworld were open, and the spirits of the deceased returned to visit their relatives. Lights were used to show the way to the spirits. Later, the Irish changed their needs and began…

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WhatsApp: How to save important messages

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WhatsApp is one of the most downloaded apps in the world. This Meta software has developed into a practical, quick, accurate, and well-designed communication tool. The app is packed with more or less useful features, but many users are unaware of them. S Of course, it depends on who you talk to and how subjective it is, but WhatsApp conversations can go on forever. Who hasn’t found themselves in one of those group chats that endlessly hail memes, GIFs, and messages? In such cases, finding a specific message can be…

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Temporarily much cooler – then the southern wind arrives

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Temporarily, it will be significantly cooler in Austria, adapted to the season. However, the southern front will soon bring about a rise in temperatures again; on Sunday, Geosphere (formerly ZAMG) predicted the weather for the following week. Initially, some low residual clouds, fog and high fog will persist on Monday in the Northern Alps and the western Danube region’s mountainous region. Otherwise, the day will start sunny. In the west and south, however, high cloud fields soon cover the sky and cloud the sunshine significantly; it is sunniest in the…

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