Category: People and Places

VIENNA, Austria – Hundreds of Filipinos based in Austria will participate in the festivities to mark the 124th Declaration of the Philippine Independence Day here. On June 4, 2022, the Filipino community in Austria, led by the _Council of Filipino Associations in Austria in cooperation with the Philippine embassy, held the Independence day ball at the Marriott Hotel, Vienna. The Philippine Embassy in Austria, led by Chargé d’ affairs, a.i. Irene Susan B. Natividad attended the Philippine Independence Day Ball. CDA Natividad lauded the CFAA for its inspiring humanitarian work…

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June and July 2022 – two significant Pinoy events are taking place during these months – celebrating Philippine Independence Day and Barrio Fiesta.These wonderful occasions bring us together. We must set aside our differences and think as one people, one nation!This sense of unity and having a common heritage should keep Filipinos in Austria together. This sense of community will allow us to face the tremendous challenges confronting our lives as Filipinos living in a foreign land.We have heard and read the lessons of unity many times before. But it…

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After his third triumph in the soccer Champions League, David Alaba was overcome by his emotions. Alaba knelt in tears on the turf at the Stade de France immediately after Saturday’s 1-0 final win over Liverpool before switching into jubilant mode a short time later. Dressed in a T-shirt with the inscription “My Strength Lies In Jesus” and a flag with the national colors of Austria, Nigeria, and the Philippines, he posed with the coveted trophy. David Alaba has achieved something historic. After two Champions League titles with Bayern Munich…

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The Sentro ng Wika at Kultura ng Austria at Pilipinas (Zentrum für österreichische und philippinische Kultur und Sprache) invites everyone to the book presentation of the book “Common Diversities” – Junge Filipinos im deutschsprachigen Raum to be held on June 15, 2022, 18.00 to 20.00 Hours, at the Small Ceremonial Hall, University of Vienna, University Ring 1, 1010 Vienna. According to the organizers, the event will include panel discussions with the authors and experts about the book’s theme. Since there are limited seats available, the organizers of the Book Launching…

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Kalush Orchestra won the Eurovision Song Contest 2022 in Turin – thanks to record-breaking calls. The European callers voted mainly for Peace. They also helped the genre of hip hop to a premiere victory. Eurovision Song ContestThe juries did not see Ukraine in front. In their result, “Stefania” reached fourth place. Great Britain was the significant jury winner. The candidate Sam Ryder had to settle for second place in the end with “Space Man.” However, this should not stand in the way of a career. Eurovision 2023It will probably remain…

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International stage actor and Pinoy Pride bearer Gerald Santos headlined one of the biggest concerts in Vienna  – GERALD SANTOS, LIVE IN VIENNA –  A CONCERT FOR A CAUSE. The concert was held on May 14, 2022, at the VHS PAHO Center, 1110 Vienna. GERALD SANTOS, LIVE IN VIENNA showcased the talent of Santos in musical numbers ranging from OPM ballads to Broadway songs. Santos is a former champion of “Pinoy Pop Superstar” Season 2 of GMA 7. He played Thuy in the Miss Saigon UK/International Tour 2017–19 by Cameron Mackintosh. Filipino local…

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Works of three Filipino artists – MARIE EXPERT – DHONE DE LAPAZ & CRIS ADAJAR, are currently displayed at the Vernissage at Palais Palffy, Josefplatz 6, 1010 Vienna. The three artists are based in Paris, France. They are owners of the Pinoy Gallery sa Paris na Kwadro Pintura. International artist and curator Rose Gabriel De La Lyre is the main initiator of the Vernissage. The three Filipino artists join the more than120 artists from Paris, the Vernissage at Palais Palffy. The works on display range from fine art paintings to…

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The Association of Filipina in Austria – VFÖ (a recognized member of Babaylan, Europe) – with Women’s Federation for World Peace International (WFWP), Austria Women Leaders and friends joined the WFWPI 30th Pearl Anniversary Celebration via zoom live held in Korea. The Watch Party was held at the Federation’s Headquarters at Seidengasse 28, Vienna, last Saturday, May 7, 2022. Joining the  Zoom Event from the Philippines were Mrs. Almera Grace Mayo, President of WFWP Philippine, and  Ms. Christine Rose Bulayo from WFWP – Bohol, Philippines. Ms. Merly Barlaan served as…

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While May is traditionally dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary, many feast days or fiestas throughout the year are devoted to representations of the Blessed Mother. Many cities and towns are dedicated to her because of how she prefigured the establishment of these early settlements. For Catholics worldwide, the month of October is dedicated to Our Lady of the Holy Rosary. It is one of the significant Marian feast days, particularly for devotees of the Blessed Virgin Mary and believers of the significance and powers of the Holy Rosary. The…

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