Category: People and Places

Filipino Community Leaders/Representatives of Civic/Religious/Interest/Regional Groups in Austria met on Saturday, 18 June, to discuss and plan the events and programs for the upcoming Pamana III Philippine-Austrian Festivals Parade on 27 August 2022, Stephansplatz to Votivkirche 1010, Vienna, Austria. The big and prestigious event is spearheaded by the European Network of Filipino Diaspora Austria (ENFID-Austria ) under the patronage of the Embassy of the Philippines in Vienna and cooperation with the City of Vienna!!!  The event wants to highlight the milestone of the Filipino community in celebrating the 75th Year of…

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Vienna, Austria.  One hundred twenty-four years ago, the Philippines was freed from the clout of Western power.  Filipinos, wherever they may be, never forget to look for different ways to celebrate the country’s independence. In Vienna, Austria, a Floral Offering Ceremony at the garden of the Vienna City Capitol has been initiated by the Philippine Austrian Cultural Society (PACES) under the leadership of Ms. Marizel Rojas, President of PACES. In 1998, on the celebration of the Philippine Centennial Anniversary of the Philippine Independence,  a Catalpa Tree was planted in the eastern…

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Every June 12, Filipinos in the Philippines and worldwide commemorate the Philippine Independence Day, commemorating the Philippines’ declaration of independence from Spain. History before the formal conclusion of the Spanish-American War, Filipino revolutionary forces under General Emilio Aguinaldo proclaimed the sovereignty and independence of the Philippines from Spain on June 12, 1898. However, this declaration was neither recognized by the United States, Spain, or other nations. The Spanish government ceded the Philippines to the United States in the 1898 Treaty of Paris in consideration for an indemnity for Spanish expenses…

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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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