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Banda Kawayan Pilipinas Brings Home Gold and Bridges Cultures in Vienna

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Vienna, 4 July 2025 — Fresh from winning gold and the Grand Prix at the 2025 Bratislava International Festival, Banda Kawayan Pilipinas (BKP) continued to captivate audiences during their visit to Vienna from 4–6 June 2025, with performances organized by the Philippine Embassy, United Nations Women’s Guild (UNWG), ENFiD-Austria, and Tres. At the United Nations Vienna on 4 June, BKP performed for an international audience in a special program titled “A Celebration of Filipino Music, Culture, and Global Friendship.”The event opened with welcoming remarks by Maya Subki, UNWG Welcoming Coffee…

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Why watermelon is so healthy

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Watermelon not only tastes good, but it is also packed with health benefits that are often underestimated. Hardly any other fruit is as synonymous with summer, sunshine, and refreshment as watermelon. Its bright red flesh, sweet taste, and juicy consistency make it the perfect companion on hot days. Here are five good reasons why we love eating watermelon even more. With a water content of around 90%, watermelon is one of the best natural thirst quenchers. Especially in summer, when the body loses more fluid through sweating, it is essential…

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This is how long we have to work until retirement

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With a working life of 43.8 years, the Dutch are the hardest-working Europeans. A new study reveals Austria’s ranking in the EU. As of 2024, the average European will have to work 37.2 years until retirement. Men will work for 39.2 years and women for 35.0 years, according to an analysis by the EU statistics authority Eurostat. This means that the working life has increased by 4.5 years over the last 20 years (in 2004, an employee spent an average of 32.7 years in the workforce). According to Eurostat’s annual…

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Renowned Indigenous Tattoo Artist Ate Wamz Brings Traditional Cordilleran Ink to Vienna’s Barrio Fiesta

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Vienna, Austria – [19 July 2025] — Vienna’s recent Barrio Fiesta came alive with cultural pride as indigenous tattoo artist and cultural bearer Ate Wamz (Wilma Gaspili) showcased the ancient Filipino art of batok—a sacred hand-tap tattooing tradition passed down from the Cordillera highlands of the Philippines. Hosted by “Filipina in Austria (Babaylan Europe), a Filipino cultural group in Austria, Ate Wamz led a live tattoo session at the festival, offering a unique and spiritual experience for attendees, reconnecting with their heritage through skin and ink. Babaylan Europe is a…

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How to Spot a Fake Friend: 10 Telltale Signs

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Friendship is one of the most valuable relationships we can experience. True friends are there to uplift, support, and grow with us through life’s highs and lows. But not every person who calls themselves a “friend” has your best interests at heart. Fake friends can be emotionally draining, manipulative, and even toxic, often wearing a mask that hides their true intentions. Knowing how to spot a fake friend is crucial for your mental and emotional well-being. Here are some key signs that someone might not be the genuine friend they…

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These are the humorous countries in the world: Austria ranks 15th

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Remitly, a financial services company, has conducted research on the world’s most humorous country for people under 30. How humorous is a nation, and how does this manifest itself in everyday life? The digital financial services provider Remitly has now investigated these questions and surveyed 6,000 people from 31 countries. According to the survey, Austria ranks 15th, in the middle of the pack. It is striking that no single country comes close to the total score of 112. This means that people everywhere could use humor even more, for example,…

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Filipino Community Lights Up Vienna with Record-Breaking Barrio Fiesta

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Vienna, July 19, 2025 — In what has become Austria’s largest outdoor Filipino cultural gathering, the Filipino community in Vienna came together today to celebrate the much‑anticipated Barrio Fiesta. Organized by the Council of Filipino Associations in Austria (CFAA), led by Chair Elmer Blanco, and supported by the Philippine Embassy, the one-day event drew thousands of attendees from across Austria and neighboring countries. The festivities commenced with a solemn and uplifting Holy Mass, celebrated by Fr. Ely Dalanon, chaplain of the Filipino Community in Vienna, joined by four Filipino concelebrant…

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Manny Pacquiao vs. Mario Barrios Ends in Majority Draw in WBC Welterweight Title Fight

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Manny Pacquiao’s comeback attempt fell just short of reclaiming championship glory on Saturday night, as his bout with Mario Barrios ended in a majority draw, allowing Barrios to retain his WBC welterweight title. The judges scored the fight 114-114, 114-114, and 115-113 in favor of Barrios. Pacquiao, 46, showed flashes of his vintage form early in the contest, drawing loud cheers with each punch landed in the opening round. The boxing legend captivated the crowd, proving he still commands attention inside the ring. Even Barrios appeared to admire Pacquiao’s performance…

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New, effective coronavirus variant in vacation destinations

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For most of us, COVID-19 is now just an annoying cold virus, with severe cases being rare. However, an extremely effective variant is currently causing trouble. The variant is called “Stratus” XFG, which Omicron has given particularly “favorable” genetic material. The World Health Organization (WHO) has had it on its radar as a “variant under observation” since June 25. It is also appearing in more and more holiday destinations. In Europe, Spain, France, the Netherlands, Ireland, and Denmark are particularly affected. However, the WHO assesses the risk to global health…

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