On May 5, 2025, the vibrant city of Vienna played host to a captivating new exhibition by Filipino painter Mar Balcos, titled “Art Aqua.” Held at the Gallery Vienna at Mahlergasse 11, 1010 Vienna, this exhibition delves deep into the intricate relationship between water and well-being. Balcos draws from various documents and programs from UNESCO, the UN Sustainable Development Goals, and the World Health Organization, integrating their insights into his extraordinary artistic narrative. The Essence of Water and Well-being 1. Exploring the Connection One of the core themes of the…
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Cardinals deliberate in two sessions: Will an important decision be made today?
Preparations for the conclave to elect a successor to Pope Francis, which begins on Wednesday, are in full swing.Cardinals deliberate in two sessions: Will an important decision be made today?Two general congregations of cardinals are planned for today, Monday, to prepare for the conclave – one in the morning and one in the afternoon. Until now, the cardinals have only met once a day. Two meetings are planned for Monday, which insiders see as a signal that the purple bearers consider further talks on the profile of Pope Francis’ successor…
Read MoreWhy vinegar is still the best cleaner
One has stood the test of time and is more effective than many modern, expensive cleaning agents: vinegar, used as an all-rounder in the household. The newspaper Freundin reports this. Vinegar essence: the underestimated miracle cure What makes vinegar so special? The answer lies in its versatility and naturalness. In the 90s, households swore by vinegar essence to remove limescale, dissolve grease, and even kill mold. Whether kitchen worktops, bathroom tiles, or windows, a dash of vinegar mixed with water was enough to ensure sparkling cleanliness. This household remedy was…
Read MoreUNCAV, ENFiD-Austria & Llubja Wielitsch Society Commemorate World Press Freedom Day at the United Nations
Vienna, Austria | 5 May 2025 — In a powerful observance of World Press Freedom Day 2025, the United Nations Correspondents Association Vienna (UNCAV), the European Network of Filipino Diaspora–Austria (ENFiD-Austria), and the Llubja Wielitsch Society gathered journalists, diplomats, youth advocates, and members of civil society at the United Nations Office in Vienna. This year’s event was held under the thought-provoking theme:“Reporting in the Brave New World: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Press Freedom and the Media.” The commemoration began with a minute of silence observed in memoriam: Journalists…
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