Critical Conversations with Ronald Llamas Inspire Filipinos in Vienna to Reflect and Act on the Future of Philippine Democracy

Vienna, Austria – 22 May 2025 – Two powerful sessions of “Critical Conversations with Ronald Llamas” were held in Vienna on 20 and 21 May 2025, bringing together members of the Filipino community, representing various civic, religious, interest, and regional groups in a timely discussion about the political landscape in the Philippines and the road ahead towards the 2028 presidential elections. Organised by Tres, Lolit Kaszuba, Ning Lobrigo, and Marizel Rojas —a civic-minded trio of Filipino women leaders in Austria known for promoting dialogue, solidarity, and empowerment—the back-to-back conversations took…

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What Is the Significance of the Feast of the Ascension?

The Feast of the Ascension, celebrated 40 days after Easter, marks the moment when Christians believe Jesus ascended into heaven. It’s a key event in the Christian calendar, recognised as the final step in Christ’s earthly mission. According to the New Testament, after his resurrection, Jesus appeared to his disciples over 40 days before rising into the sky, promising the Holy Spirit would come to guide them. This event holds deep theological significance. It confirms Christ’s divinity and his return to the Father while also signaling the beginning of the…

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Weather in Austria: Up to 32 degrees this weekend

On Thursday, dense clouds with only a few clear spells will initially persist in the west, north and east. Some rain is to be expected at least occasionally. From the Tyrolean lowlands to the Vienna Woods, rain is expected again all day. Away from the mountains, the cloud cover will increasingly clear, and the sun will make an appearance. However, one or two rain showers from cumulus clouds cannot be ruled out. In the south and southeast, the day will be very sunny and mainly dry with low to moderate…

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