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300,000 visitors celebrated the “Long Night of the Churches” in Austria

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The “Long Night of Churches” attracted around 300,000 people across Austria on Friday evening, with the Archdiocese of Vienna celebrating a special anniversary with over 900 events and 120,000 visitors. According to Kathpress, around 300,000 visitors once again participated in the “Long Night of the Churches” on Friday. An estimated 120,000 people attended over 900 events in the Archdiocese of Vienna alone, according to the organizers of the major ecumenical church event across Austria on Friday evening.According to the organizers, 629 churches and other church venues were open throughout Austria,…

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Consul General Ivan Frank Olea bids farewell to the Filipino community in Vienna

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The Council of Filipino Associations in Austria (CFAA) gathered on June 7, 2024 at the Top Lokal in Vienna’s first district to bid farewell to Consul General Ivan Frank Olea, who got a new diplomatic assignment in China. The evening was filled with heartfelt words of gratitude and reminiscing about the successful partnership they shared with Olea during his tenure. Under the leadership of Chairman Ray Arreza, CFAA members came together to express their appreciation for the consul general’s dedication and commitment to the Filipino community in Austria. Stories of…

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Renowned Filipino pianist staged a concert in Vienna’s Mozartshaus

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The Philippine-Austrian Cultural and Educational Society (PACES) organized on June 7, 2024, at 2 p.m. a stunning piano concert at the prestigious Mozartshaus Concert Hall in Vienna’s first district. The concert was staged due to Ambassador Evangelina Arroyo Bernas’ generous idea. Dr. Jane Abaya, the President of PACES, had extended invitations to prominent guests from Vienna’s Austrian and Filipino communities. The event star was the incredibly talented Dr. Raul Sunico, whose mesmerizing performance captivated the audience from start to finish. Dr. Sunico showcased his impeccable skills by playing a repertoire…

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Weekend in Austria brings thunderstorms and high temperatures

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Constantly unstable—that seems to be the motto of the spring weather in Austria. The next few days will bring almost everything: sun, rain, thunderstorms, and wind. It will be particularly hot at the weekend, with temperatures of up to 29 degrees, as forecast by Geosphere Austria on Thursday. From Monday on, temperatures will drop slightly, but highs of up to 24 degrees are still possible. On Friday, spring clouds will develop quickly in the morning, and the first showers will appear in the west. Otherwise, the morning will bring dry…

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WHO alert for dengue fever: cases in Austria

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Transmitted by mosquito bites, the life-threatening dengue fever continues to spread. The World Health Organization (WHO) is concerned that cases are increasing rapidly, especially this year.By the end of April alone, 7.6 million cases had already been reported in 90 countries. 3.4 million of these have been confirmed. In more than 16,000 cases, people have become seriously ill, and 3,000 have died. This was reported by the WHO in Geneva on Thursday. In 2023, 4.5 million cases of the virus will have been reported. While most cases continue to be…

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Opening salvo of the art exhibit – Reflections: exploring the canvas of cultural diversity

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The city of Vienna was treated on June 5, 2024, to a spectacular painting exhibition that showcased the incredible talent of Filipino painters Harold Khan and Jessielaine Punongbayan. The exhibition’s theme, “Exploring the Canvas of Cultural Diversity,” captured the essence of their work, which beautifully combines traditional Filipino design with modern expressions. Harold Khan, known for his bold and vibrant use of colors, takes viewers on a journey through time with his pieces. The influence of vintage cinema billboards is evident in his work, creating a fascinating dialogue between the…

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Climate change brings wetter thunderstorms, experts say

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Due to global warming, thunderstorm clouds increasingly carry more moisture and pile up higher, climate researcher Marc Olefs from Geosphere Austria told APA at a natural hazards conference in Vienna. According to Olefs, the dangers continue to increase as the climate crisis progresses. Therefore, protective structures and the flow of information between authorities, emergency services and those affected must be improved. According to Olefs, intact forests also reduce the risk of damage. Warm air can absorb seven percent more moisture per additional degree Celsius if the conditions for such saturation…

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New variant: Corona cases suddenly increase

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There has recently been a slight increase in Sars-CoV-2 infections in Austria. At the same time, the KP.2 subline is spreading more and more. The coronavirus pandemic may have been declared over, but the virus remains and regularly produces new variants. Most recently, an entire family has appeared to be spreading at breakneck speed: the “FLiRT” group has evolved from the Omikron lineage JN.1, which has been more successful than any Corona variant before in evading the frontline defenses of immunized people. One variant of this new family outshines all…

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Vienna Pride Conference to be held in Vienna with the participation of the Filipino LGBT Europe

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The Vienna Pride Conference, with lectures and discussions on LGBTIQ topics, will take place on June 7, 2024, at Vienna City Hall. The conference is organized in cooperation with the City of Vienna. The entire conference program can be attended free of charge and without registration. The transdisciplinary conference, launched in 2019 by Vienna Pride and HOSI Vienna, aims to promote equality, improve the well-being of LGBTIQ people in all areas of life and develop joint effective strategies to fight against discrimination and hate-motivated violence. The Vienna Pride conference brings…

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