Category: People and Places

The Verein Filipina in Österreich, a member of Babaylan Europe, held its induction ceremonies at the Philippine Embassy Hall in Vienna, Austria. The event took place on January 12, 2024. The Philippine Ambassador to Austria, Evangeline Lourdes Arroyo-Bernas, inducted the newly-elected officers led by its president, Jomari Somera. The new president of the group was so fascinated by the dedication of the members of the Verein, and this was why she accepted the position. “I’ve been a member of the Verein Filipina in Austria for quite some time now. I…

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ENFiD-Austria –  European Network of Filipino Diaspora Austria – is looking for talented Filipino singers (or with Filipino heritage), 18 years and above and stage presence/star quality who will represent Austria in the European singing competition – Tala ng Europa – to be held on 31 May 2024. The competition will be held on 9 February 2024, 17 Hours at the UNO City, Vienna, Austria. Interested parties may contact the following persons via Facebook: Cecilia Orola Cech Johmarie Somera Ren Mangaban Zandrine Kocjan Minnie Cruz Langer Dorcas Navarrete-Aigner Nilsa Catoto…

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85,000 (SternsingerInnen) carol singers will be on the road in 2024 as the Three Wise Men in Austria to bring the blessing.Eighty-five thousand children and young people will be dressed in royal robes after Christmas and until January 7, 2023. The “Three Kings” bring peace and blessings for the New Year throughout Austria. Millions of steps, open hearts and doors, and filled donation boxes carry the blessing far and wide to people in need. The Epiphany Campaign, the relief organization of the Catholic Children’s Movement, uses donations to support around…

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In the lavish finale of the 10th season of Supertalent on December 24, 2023, 12 candidates performed, who, through eight auditions and four semi-final episodes, won over the jury and the audience with their incredible talents. The jury then chose three points that entered the superfinals, and viewers decided the winner by phone calls. The winner had been awarded 30 thousand euros. Twelve-year-old Chriztel Renae Aceveda has already shown incredible talent at the audition, which was specially recognized by the studio audience and awarded with a golden button. She chose…

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Austria’s “Footballer of the Year” is David Alaba for the tenth time. The captain of the ÖFB team and Real Madrid player, who suffered a cruciate ligament rupture last Sunday, came out on top with 53 points ahead of Konrad Laimer (FC Bayern/13), Christoph Baumgartner and Nicolas Seiwald (both RB Leipzig and 7 points each) in the poll conducted by the APA among the coaches of the twelve clubs in the Admiral Bundesliga. It is Alaba’s fourth triumph in a row, and his ten Footballer of the Year awards make…

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Don’t miss out on the opportunity to visit the solo exhibition, “The Show Must Go On,” of world-class artist Helenna Jouja before it concludes on Saturday, December 22, 2023. The art exhibit is located at the Sechschimmelgalerie on Sechschimmelstrasse 14 in 1090 Wien, from 15:00 to 19:00. According to the artist herself, “this captivating “Show Must Go On” painting series, which may have originated before 2018, serves as a powerful testament to the enduring essence of art. I express my heartfelt gratitude to all my dear friends who have shown…

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Under the motto GEMEINSAM SIND WIR STARK (Together we are strong) a well-organized launch of the Alliance of Filipino Health Workers in Austria was staged on December 15, 2023, at the Philippine Embassy in Vienna. A number of Filipino health workers and pensioners from all over Austria attended the launching ceremony. Some newly arrived nurses from the Philippines were also represented. The organizers, under the leadership of Marjorie Akistoy, Richel Bögner, and Janet Heiss, offered a one-of-a-kind programme that featured inspirational talks and practical information on issues concerning Filipino health…

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The Filipino community in Vienna celebrated the annual Christmas gathering on December 8, 2023, at the Hall of the Pfarre Leopoldau, Leopoldauer Platz 12, 1210 Vienna. The event featured Filipino food and holiday treats, traditional Christmas carols, music, and dance. Mr. Ray Arreza, Chairman of the CFAA, welcomed members and their guests to an afternoon of good food and music. He spoke about how the Christmas season has always held special significance for Filipinos at home and abroad. He encouraged everyone to remember the true reason for the celebration, which…

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