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([email protected]) Publicist with an interest in history and the world around us: I write about historical contexts and lesser-known curiosities from different parts of the world. I enjoy finding stories that explain the present through the past, and showing that even seemingly peripheral facts can have surprising significance.
Motto: "The past only makes sense if we can tell it."

Health and beauty

Nutritionist explains whether butter or margarine is healthier for you

Butter is a part of virtually every kitchen. It is not only used for pastries, but is also part of many recipes. It is used on pasta, potatoes or in…

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Pel mel

Shopping with artificial intelligence: Are we really ready for it

With the development of artificial intelligence, the world around us is changing at an incredible speed. People have started using AI for practically everything. Personally, I’m very skeptical about it.…

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Lifestyle

We are buying more and more because we want to dull our fears. It gives us a sense of security

I’ve never been much of a shopper. I just like the memory of crowded department stores, lots of people and long time spent in line. I don’t like shopping especially…

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Gastro

Experts explain the phenomenon: White spots in meat are not fat

I love cured ham. Its specific taste, which is full of saltiness. The possibilities to use it in cold and hot cuisine. It’s a real treat. But what about the…

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Auto

The Czechs brake after the sign: Germans and Poles know that the fine can come immediately

Drivers in the Czech Republic have a lot of problems with speed limits. It is not uncommon for them to drive several tens of kilometres faster than the legal limit.…

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Travel

Beaches in the tourist paradise are closed. Button jellyfish have been spotted on the shore

No swimming or lying on the beach. Beaches in the popular tourist areas of Thailand are closed. The reason is simple. The authorities want to protect tourists from marine animals.…

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Lifestyle

Cardiac surgeon recommends five vegetables that almost no one eats

Would you like to eat healthily and healthily, but it seems that you can’t conjure up interesting dishes from vegetables? I get that feeling sometimes, too. Plus, it’s practically the…

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Travel

Hotel Tester reveals how to spot disgusting hotel rooms instantly

If I am going on holiday, then I look for accommodation where the quality matches the price. I can discount luxury and my standards are not very high, but I…

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Pel mel

Germany: Retirement at 70

Retirement age is a rather explosive topic. It is now on the table in Germany, where there is talk of people working until they are 70. Honestly. I am 35…

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Health and beauty

Beetroot, cottage cheese, ginger: doctor offers surprising tips against muscle pain

Muscle pain is very unpleasant. I experience it mainly in my back after I get up. But often the pain persists even after I stretch. Am I doing something wrong?…

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([email protected]) Publicist with an interest in history and the world around us: I write about historical contexts and lesser-known curiosities from different parts of the world. I enjoy finding stories that explain the present through the past, and showing that even seemingly peripheral facts can have surprising significance.
Motto: "The past only makes sense if we can tell it."

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