Category: People and Places

Benefit concert in Vienna to bring together Philippine-Austrian musicians and Dance Theatre Manille in support of education scholarships for underprivileged Filipino students VIENNA, Austria — The Philippine Austrian Cultural and Educational Society (PACES) will celebrate its 10th anniversary with a special evening of music, dance and philanthropy titled A Symphony of Hope and Grace on Saturday, 7 November 2026, at 4:30 p.m. at the House of Strauss, Döblinger Hauptstraße 76, 1190 Vienna. The anniversary benefit concert is being organised under the leadership of Dr. Jane Abaya and her husband, Dr.…

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VIENNA, Austria — The Philippines and Austria marked the 80th anniversary of their diplomatic relations with a Eucharistic celebration on October 17, 2026, at the historic St. Stephen’s Cathedral in Vienna, bringing together members of the diplomatic community and the Filipino community in Austria in a spirit of thanksgiving and friendship. The celebration was organized at the invitation of the Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the Republic of the Philippines to the international organizations in Vienna. It highlighted eight decades of diplomatic ties between the two nations, built on mutual…

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VIC Club Filipino and ENFiD-Austria marked 80 years of Philippine-Austrian diplomatic relations through art, traditional craftsmanship and cultural exchange. VIENNA, Austria, October 16, 2026 — Internationally acclaimed Filipino artist Elito Villaflor Circa, popularly known as Amangpintor, was among the highlights of an art workshop organized by VIC Club Filipino in collaboration with the European Network of Filipino Diaspora (ENFiD)-Austria at the United Nations Office in Vienna on Friday, October 16, 2026. The special event was held in connection with the Art Exhibit Finissage 2026 and formed part of the celebration…

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ROME – The Vatican has released the first photographs of Pope Leo XIV since he underwent lung cancer surgery earlier this week, showing the 71-year-old pontiff celebrating Mass at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital as he continues his recovery. Two images published by the Holy See depict the pope standing in liturgical vestments during a Mass held at the hospital. One of the photographs shows his personal assistant, Edgard Rimaycuna, standing beside him. According to the Vatican, the American-born pope also thanked the hospital staff for their work and care throughout his…

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For many football fans in Austria, David Alaba’s move to Udinese marks the beginning of a new chapter. For the vibrant Filipino community in the country, however, the story carries an even deeper meaning. As the son of a Filipino mother, Gina, Alaba has long been a source of pride for Filipinos around the world, and his latest challenge in Italy has become a closely watched journey of resilience, identity, and redemption. By all accounts, David Alaba was not expected to find himself here. Just a few years ago, the…

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Internationally acclaimed Filipino artist will introduce participants to creative painting techniques at Loreleis Pan on October 17 and 18 VIENNA, Austria — Art enthusiasts and curious beginners will have the opportunity to explore unconventional painting techniques during two free workshops led by internationally acclaimed Filipino artist Elito Villaflor Circa, popularly known as Amangpintor, at Loreleis Pan in Vienna on October 17 and 18, 2026. The workshops will feature two distinct artistic experiences: a Free Coffee Painting Workshop on Saturday, October 17, and a Hand and Fingers Painting Workshop on Sunday,…

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Sasmuan, Pampanga, Philippines — October 14, 2026 — The Council of Filipino Associations in Austria (CFAA) is bringing medical assistance to communities in the Philippines through a medical mission led by CFAA Chairman Elmer Blanco, together with officers and members of CFAA from Austria. On October 14, CFAA conducted its medical mission in Sasmuan, Pampanga, under the leadership of Sasmuan Mayor Catalina Cabrera and with the support of Hon. Gloria Macapagal Arroyo, House Representative. The initiative aims to extend medical assistance and care to local communities, reflecting the Filipino community’s…

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Vienna, Austria – A festive afternoon of Filipino food, fun and community spirit is set to bring people together on Monday, October 26, as HCI Healthy Cooking Innovation GmbH hosts a special “Celebrating Austrian National Day Bingo for a Cause & Filipino Merienda Buffet” in Vienna. The event, scheduled to begin at 3:00 p.m., invites participants to celebrate Austria’s National Day while enjoying authentic Filipino comfort food, playing bingo and sharing in the spirit of giving. For a donation of €15 per person, guests will receive one bingo ticket and…

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VIENNA, Austria – On Sunday, October 18, 2026, Catholics around the world will celebrate World Mission Sunday, a special day of prayer, solidarity and support for missionary work. In Austria, this year’s celebration places the spotlight on Ethiopia, with collections from Holy Masses and related activities supporting the missionary projects of Missio Austria. In Vienna’s 21st district, the Parish of Leopoldau will mark the occasion with music and international fellowship. The Sanghimig Choristers, a Filipino choir based in Vienna and led by Debbie Beltran-Tschirch, have been invited to provide the…

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