Category: People and Places

Vienna, 12 November 2025 – The United Nations Women’s Guild (UNWG) held its Annual General Meeting today at the United Nations in Vienna, during which members elected the new Board for 2026. Among those re-elected was Filipina leader Maria Zelda (Marizel) Rojas, who will serve a second term as First Vice President of the UNWG. Rojas is a well-known figure in Vienna’s international and Filipino communities. She currently serves as Chairperson of the European Network of Filipino Diaspora (ENFiD), Board Member of the United Nations Correspondents Association Vienna (UNCAV), and…

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The Song Weavers Philippines concluded their successful concert run in Vienna on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, capping off a busy and well-received cultural tour in the Austrian capital. The group spent several days performing across the city, drawing crowds of Filipinos and international friends who came to watch and support their music. The group, known for its vocal harmony work and dedication to promoting Filipino choral music abroad, is composed of community-based singers who blend traditional, liturgical, and contemporary Filipino pieces in their performances. Their mission is to showcase Filipino…

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By Hector Pascua Vienna, Austria — A captivating lecture on “The Genetic Origins of the Filipino People” shed new light on the deep and diverse ancestral roots of the Philippines. The event, hosted by the Austro-Philippine Society in collaboration with the Philippine Embassy in Austria, featured Dr. Maximilian Larena of Uppsala University, Sweden — a leading population geneticist known for his groundbreaking research on human history in the Asia-Pacific region. In recognition of his outstanding contributions to Philippine and Southeast Asian research, Dr. Larena was awarded the Ferdinand-Blumentritt Medal by…

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Vienna, Austria — The Filipino Christmas season is coming early to Vienna! Organizers of the Paskong Pinoy are inviting everyone to join the Marikit Markt on Saturday, 29 November 2025, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM, at Hotel am Brillantengrund (Bandgasse 4, 1070 Vienna). This year’s celebration features:🌟 Mini Parol-Making Workshop — Craft your own traditional Filipino Christmas lantern.📚 Book Table — Browse and purchase inspiring works by Filipino authors, including: 🎟️ Free Entry!Donations are kindly appreciated to help fund the Parol Workshops and support future RAMBAK activities. Whether you’re…

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Vienna, Austria — November 2025 — The Philippine-Austrian Cultural and Educational Society (PACES) will hold a benefit concert featuring outstanding Philippine-Austrian musicians on Saturday, 15 November 2025, at 18:00H, at Kattus Sektkellerei, Billrothstrasse 51, 1190 Vienna. The event, which is now fully booked, will blend classical elegance with contemporary flair in a celebration of music’s power to unite cultures and inspire hope. Proceeds from the concert will go toward PACES’ scholarship programs supporting Filipino students pursuing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training)…

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Vienna, Austria — November 10, 2025 — Austrian-based Filipino singer, musical star, and comedian Vincent Bueno has launched a GoFundMe campaign to support victims of Supertyphoon Uwan (international name Fung-Wong), which has devastated large parts of the Philippines. In a heartfelt Facebook post, Bueno made a direct appeal to his followers and the public: “I’m really the last person to ask for money, but this time I’m seriously asking for your help. You have probably heard about the latest super typhoon that devastated large parts of the Philippines, and now…

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Vienna, Austria — Fortepino AT, a Filipino remittance company based in Vienna, in cooperation with the Filipino Catholic Community, proudly presents the special screening of the Filipino film “𝐌𝐄𝐄𝐓, 𝐆𝐑𝐄𝐄𝐓, 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐁𝐘𝐄” on November 15–16, 2025, at 15:00 UHR in the Hollywood Megaplex Gasometer, Vienna. The film tells a heartfelt story of love, family, and hope—themes that resonate deeply with Filipinos both at home and abroad. But this event is more than just a movie screening. It’s an act of compassion, a collective effort to reach out and help. Under…

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Vienna, Austria — Music lovers in Vienna are in for an unforgettable experience this November. The Song Weavers Philippines, a multi-award-winning choir from Manila, will bring their world-class harmonies to the Austrian capital for three special charity concerts. Under the baton of Alfred Allan Samonte, artistic director of the world-renowned Philippine Madrigal Singers, the Song Weavers will perform a vibrant mix of classical choral works, beloved Filipino folk songs, and modern arrangements. Their performances are more than concerts—they are heartfelt celebrations of unity and culture. With their signature warmth and…

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Vienna, Austria – October 31, 2025 — The Global Save Life Foundation (GSLF) marked Halloween with a thrilling twist this year, hosting its annual Spooky Halloween Costume Party at Salvatorianerplatz 1, 1100 Vienna. The event combined frightful fun with heartfelt purpose, bringing together community members for an evening of music, dancing, and generosity. Guests arrived in their creepiest, funniest, and most creative costumes, filling the venue with laughter and Halloween spirit. A highlight of the night was the Best Costume Award, where one lucky participant took home a fabulous prize…

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