EMA to review Moderna’s Omicron vaccine

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The EMA announced Friday in Amsterdam that the vaccine is designed to better protect against infection with the virus and its Omicron variant coronavirus. Experts will first review data from laboratory studies and compositional, manufacturing, and control data. EMA to review pharma company Moderna’s Omicron vaccineThe U.S. company presented preliminary efficacy data on its adapted Corona vaccine on June 8. The 437 subjects who received the new preparation as a second booster had significantly more neutralizing antibodies after one month than after booster vaccination with the conventional practice, particularly against…

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5,407 new Corona infections in Austria

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At 9:00 a.m. Saturday, 5,407 new Corona infections were registered in Austria within 24 hours. This is above the average for the past seven days (4,921). A week ago Saturday, the number was 4,107. There have been seven deaths since yesterday, with a seven-day average of 4.9 daily. There were 527 people in the hospital, up by four from the number reported yesterday. 34 Corona patients were cared for in intensive care units (down two since yesterday). The seven-day incidence was 383.6 cases per 100,000 population. As of Saturday, there…

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Warning of extreme heat this weekend

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The first heat weekend of the year with temperatures above 30 degrees is just around the corner. The Red Cross gives tips for the hot days and, at the same time, warns against the “death trap car” for children and animals. Vienna weather in detailThe Central Institute for Meteorology and Geodynamics (ZAMG) announces at least until the middle of the week, partly clearly over 30 degrees. Emergency organizations such as the Red Cross are warning people to be careful in dealing with the heat and to beware of the “car…

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Inflation at record high of 7.7 percent in May

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May inflation hit 7.7 percent, the highest inflation rate since April 1976. Food prices rose by 8.8 percent. Inflation in Austria has continued to accelerate. According to Statistics Austria, the inflation rate in May was 7.7 percent – after 7.2 percent in April. The average price level rose by 0.8 percent compared to the previous month. Harmonized inflation rate at the European level is also 7.7 percent.In the eurozone, the inflation rate climbed to 8.1 percent. For the European Union (EU), the inflation rate in May was 8.8 percent, as…

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End of Microsoft’s Internet Explorer : browser deactivated on June 15

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This time it’s fixed: After 27 years, the cult browser Internet Explorer was discontinued on June 15. So anyone who has been using Internet Explorer to surf the web should urgently switch to a new browser. Internet Explorer has not necessarily had the best reputation among browsers for years. Because first is already quite outdated and is considered somewhat insecure because it has some security gaps. Instead of releasing updates that could solve this problem, Microsoft has now decided to deactivate the browser for good, as Microsoft confirms on its…

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4,941 new corona infections identified in Austria|

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The rise in new Corona infections continues to gain momentum due to omicron subvariants BA.4/BA.5. Ministries across Austria reported four thousand nine hundred forty-one new infections. A week earlier, this number was 4,271. The nearly 5,000 new infections are thus above the average of 4,735 over the past seven days. The seven-day incidence reached 369.1 cases per 100,000 inhabitants. The day before, it was 361.7. The number of active cases also continues to skyrocket. Currently, 54,534 people are laboring with SARS-CoV-2 infection in Austria. This is 1,813 more than on…

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Effect and proper preparation of laurel tea

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Most people know bay leaves from their function as a victory wreath from ancient times. Today, they’re a popular spice in Mediterranean cuisine. But that’s not all the leaves can do: A healing tea can also be made from bay leaves. Laurel is an evergreen shrub or tree that grows mainly in the Near East, Europe, and North America. The laurel plant is available in houseplant size but can also reach a height of up to 20 meters and blooms in April and May. The dried leaves of the laurel…

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Here’s why you shouldn’t store passwords in your browser

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Now, a cheap and readily available malware targets the database file where account and password information is stored. Cybersecurity experts are warning the public, especially those working from home, about the dangers of storing passwords in browsers like Chrome and Edge. The warning follows the arrival of cheap and easily accessible malware. Malware attackThis malware, called Redline Stealer, is sold on the dark web for just £111. The team at security firm AhnLab has warned of this new threat after looking into a security breach that affected a company whose…

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Midsummer heat in the next few days in Austria

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According to the Central Institute for Meteorology and Geodynamics (ZAMG), midsummer heat is expected in Austria over the next few days. Friday: The sun will often shine with scattered spring clouds, and the tendency for showers will remain low in most cases. High-ranging spring clouds are most likely to develop around midday around the eastern edge of the Alps. Individual shower cells are possible there. The wind will blow moderately to briskly from west to north in the mountains and the eastern parts of the country. Otherwise, it will remain…

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