It’s a thorn in the side of many parents: children spend more and more time behind the screen of their smartphones. For teenagers, it’s an average of ten hours a day. The word “cell phone addiction” often comes up in this context. A recent study from Israel shows just how damaging it is. A study from Israel analyzed 84 papers on the consequences of excessive smartphone use. And the results are simply frightening. Numerous consequences for the health of our protégésFor example, the analysis showed a link between cell phone…
Read MoreA life without children – Are childless people happier?
Most people are convinced that children are simply part of a happy life. Happiness researchers have now found the opposite. Love, marriage, buying a house and having children. For many, this is what a successful life looks like. Children enrich everyday life and make people happy. Now happiness researchers have discovered that having children does not always make you more comfortable. It is said that children do not always enrich life. On the contrary, they often make people unhappy. A happy life without childrenHaving children can be a burden, both…
Read MoreThese mistakes must be avoided when taking pain pills
Many quickly reach for painkillers—a pinch in the back, migraine or another discomfort. No matter how bad the pain is, there are some fatal mistakes in taking them that must be avoided at all costs. There are many different ailments that painkillers can or should be taken for. Moreover, there are tons of other preparations and medications and not all are equally suitable for every person or every pain. There are a few things to keep in mind when reaching for painkillers. Even if the discomfort is bad, you should…
Read MoreHow to protect yourself from cybercrime
The numbers are alarming: 77 percent of Internet users are victims of cybercrime. This new crime phenomenon is becoming increasingly widespread – how can you protect yourself? It’s so convenient to use the comforts of the Internet. Shopping from the comfort of your sofa, online banking saves you a trip to the bank or writing a quick message. However, this luxury is not without its dangers. Anyone who is on the Internet makes themselves vulnerable. That’s because many criminals are on the Net, doing everything they can to steal our…
Read MoreHow dangerous is it when the smartphone falls into the water of the bathtub?
While bathing, many people like to watch a movie on their smartphone or tablet to relax. But how dangerous is it if the device falls into the water? So dangerous is the smartphone in the bathtub We all know about the risk of electric shock when a hairdryer comes into contact with water. But is this danger also present in smartphones? The answer is: yes because one aspect is crucial. The device alone can be used in the bathtub without risk because the battery’s voltage is very low. High risk…
Read MoreBe careful when buying dyed Easter eggs before Easter
The environmental organization “Vier Pfoten” advises consumers to be careful when buying dyed Easter eggs before Easter. Here you can find out what to look for and how best to dye eggs yourself. Austrians eat this festive meal at EasterEaster is egg time: Unlike uncolored fresh eggs, coloured eggs are considered processed and therefore do not have to be marked with the usual identification stamp indicating the origin and farming method. “Fortunately, supermarkets often voluntarily label coloured eggs on the package, especially those from Austria. Nevertheless, the consumers should pay…
Read MorePope Francis celebrated Palm Sunday Mass before 60,000 faithful in St. Peter’s Square
To kick off Holy Week, Pope Francis celebrated Palm Sunday Mass in St. Peter’s Square in Rome. During it, he called on the faithful to pray even more intensely for peace in Ukraine. After leaving the “Agostino Gemelli” hospital in Rome on Saturday after a four-day stay, Pope Francis celebrated the liturgical celebration of Palm Sunday on Sunday morning as a prelude to Holy Week. In a car, the Pope arrived at St. Peter’s Square and got out near the obelisk to perform the rite of blessing olive branches before…
Read MoreHoly Week Weather is cold and unsettled – the possibility of snow on Maundy Thursday
According to the Geosphere Austria forecast, Holy Week will be cold and unsettled. On Maundy Thursday, it may even snow in Vienna. During Holy Week, the weather will continue to be cold and unsettled. There will also be snowfall in the next few days, according to the forecast of Geosphere Austria (formerly ZAMG). The daily highs will be eleven degrees in the coming week; twelve degrees are possible on Good Friday. The weather in Holy Week is cold and unsettled.It will remain unsettled on Monday at the beginning of Holy…
Read MoreThis common mistake when drinking tap water could be harming your health
If you drink water as soon as it comes out of the tap, you may be putting yourself at risk, warn experts. Here’s a simple trick to protect yourself and your loved ones from harmful metals in tap water. What could be easier than filling a glass with fresh, healthy water from the tap? And yet, there is something to consider here, not just the amount you drink. It turns out that your ready-to-serve soft drink may contain several harmful metals – something you don’t want in your body. Here’s…
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