Category: People and Places

Vienna, Austria — A beloved Filipino pastime is taking center stage this spring as RAMBAK and the Philippine-Austrian Society team up to host “Let’s Play Sungka — or is it Mancala?”, an evening dedicated to culture, community, and friendly competition. The event will take place on April 18, 2026, from 17:30 to 20:00 at gretl Margareten, Einsiedlerplatz 7, 1050 Wien. Admission is free, with voluntary donations warmly welcomed. Sungka, a traditional Filipino board game played with shells or stones, is part of the broader global family of mancala-style games. While…

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Filipina tennis sensation Alexandra Eala delivered an impressive performance in her debut at the Upper Austria Ladies Linz tournament, defeating Austria’s Julia Grabher in straight sets, 6–4, 6–3, on Tuesday, April 7. Backed by a lively crowd of Filipino supporters who traveled from across Austria and neighboring countries, Eala showcased composure and precision beyond her years. The 20-year-old controlled the tempo of the match with consistent baseline play and timely winners, overcoming early resistance from Grabher to secure the victory in just under two hours. The atmosphere inside the venue…

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Alex Eala is gearing up for her first clay‑court appearance of the season as she heads to Austria for her debut today, Tuesday at 18 Hours at the Linz Open. Fresh off her stint at the Miami Open, the Filipina rising star faces a challenging draw in her return to the European circuit. Eala opens her campaign against Austria’s Julia Grabher, and a victory would set up a second‑round clash with 2017 French Open champion Jelena Ostapenko. Despite the tough road ahead, the 18‑year‑old enters the tournament with confidence, having…

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Alex Eala is stepping onto one of the trickiest surfaces of her young career — and she knows it. Clay has never been her most comfortable terrain, with no tournament last year seeing her advance beyond the second round. But this time, she arrives with renewed confidence after a productive training stint at the Rafael Nadal Academy, where she hit alongside former world No. 1 and four‑time French Open champion Iga Świątek. The 20‑year‑old Filipina, an alumna of the academy, is looking to reset her season after her ranking slipped…

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In celebration of International Women’s Month, the Philippine Embassy in Austria proudly presents a FREE special screening of the acclaimed Filipino film SONATA. Starring two of the Philippines’ most celebrated actors—Cherie Gil and Richard Gomez—SONATA is a moving story of rediscovery, healing, and the transformative power of human connection. The film will be screened with English subtitles, making it accessible to a wider international audience. 🎬 FREE FILM SCREENING: SONATA📅 March 27, 2026🕕 6:00 PM📍 Gasometer Megaplex, Vienna This cultural event is part of the Embassy’s ongoing commitment to highlight…

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The Austrian U19 national team (born 2007) is heading into a pivotal week as they travel to Frankfurt for the final qualifying round on the road to the UEFA U19 EURO 2026. Led by head coach Martin Scherb, the squad will compete in a mini‑tournament at the DFB Campus, where only the group winner will secure a coveted ticket to next summer’s European Championship in Wales. Austria opens the campaign against Greece on March 25, followed by a clash with Sweden on March 28, before closing the group in a…

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VIENNA, Austria — The Philippine Nurses Association in Austria (PNAA) formally inducted its newly elected officers during a ceremonial gathering held at the Marriott Hotel in Vienna on March 14, 2026. The event brought together members of the Filipino community, healthcare professionals, and distinguished guests in celebration of leadership, service, and unity within the nursing profession. In her opening remarks, newly elected PNAA President Ms. Imelda Pfleger warmly welcomed the guests and attendees, expressing gratitude for the trust and confidence placed in the new leadership. “I am honored and humbled…

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VIENNA — In a vibrant gathering marked by inspiration, cultural pride, and a spirit of unity, Babaylan Austria, a Filipino women’s organization, celebrated International Women’s Day on March 6, 2026, in Vienna’s 2nd District. The event brought together members of the Filipino community, representatives from the Philippine Embassy, leaders from Vienna’s local government, and professionals from the health sector to honor the achievements and enduring strength of women. For nearly three decades, Babaylan Austria has served as a platform for Filipino women in Austria—empowering them through community engagement, advocacy, and…

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AKH Vienna’s rise to 20th place in the World’s Best Hospitals 2026 ranking has sparked an emotional wave of pride among Filipino nurses who worked at the hospital over several decades. Their reactions, shared publicly on social media, paint a vivid picture of how deeply connected the Filipino community is to Austria’s largest and most prestigious medical institution. AKH Vienna’s global recognition The Vienna General Hospital (AKH Wien) and the Medical University of Vienna climbed from 27th to 20th place in the Newsweek/Statista global hospital ranking, placing the institution among…

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