Category: People and Places

A End of Summer gathering of the members of the Philippine Tennis Club in Austria (PTCA) was held on September 18, 2021 at WAT Meidling, Eibesbrunnergasse 9, 1100 Vienna. All the tennis courts were reserved for the group, where everyone had the chance to play. A fellowship followed after the games. Objective of the PTCA is mainly to strive to be a fun neighbourhood tennis club that offers recreational and competitive tennis for its members of all ages and tennis skill levels.The club likewise promotes the growth, prosperity and development…

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Steadfast in their devotion to the Bicolandia patroness the Our Lady of Peñafrancia, Bicolanos in Austria celebrated the Feast of our Lady of Penafrancia on September 18, 2021. Nevertheless, the grand celebration of the almost two decade devotion to the Our Lady of Peñafrancia in Austria had been canceled  to prevent a possible surge of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) cases. Leading the celebration are the Bikol Society in Austria and the Filipino Catholic Chaplaincy in Vienna. A concelebrated mass was held on September 18 at the Filipino Catholic Chaplaincy Church in…

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The program for the Donauinselfest 2021 guarantees excellent atmosphere again this year and numerous bands will entertain visitors on the Danube Island in Vienna. Due to the corona pandemic, this year’s event will focus primarily on local acts, fewer stages and fewer visitors. At this year’s Donauinselfest, a maximum of 42,000 visitors are permitted for the entire concert weekend from September 17 to 19. That’s how many tickets were raffled off for the three days of the festival. Those who were able to get hold of a ticket and would…

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Anna Kiesenhofer has won the first Austrian medal at the Tokyo Olympics – and it’s shining gold. The 30-year-old from Lower Austria sensationally took gold in the women’s cycling road race on Sunday after surprising all the favorites with an attack at the start. For the mathematics graduate, who does not pursue the sport professionally, it is by far the greatest success of her career. For Austrian cycling, it is the first gold medal since that of Adolf Schmal in the track 12-hour race at the first Games of the…

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On July 1, 2021, Princess Diana would have turned 60. When did she die? Info on the date of death, birthday and statue at a glance. She was considered the “Queen of Hearts” and for the press there was no bigger star: the late Princess Diana would have turned 60 today, July 1, 2021. Her relationship with the British royal family was difficult, her death caused worldwide grief and dismay. Still, the life of Lady Di and her relationships are of great interest.In honor of her milestone birthday, a new…

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Vienna, Austria.  123 years ago Philippines has been 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. Filipinos all over the world usually hold grand celebrations of the Philippine Independence prior to the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic. Since people’s movement remains restricted due to the Covid-19 pandemic, many opted to celebrate Independence Day through online platforms. In Vienna, Austria, a Floral Offering Ceremony at the garden of the Vienna City Capitol  has been initiated…

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The Philippines celebrates today  its 123rd Independence Day to commemorate its independence from colonial Spain.  Also known as “Araw ng Kasarinlan” or “Araw ng Kalayaan,” it is an annual national holiday in the country observed every June 12.  The theme for this year is “Kalayaan 2021: “Diwa ng Kalayaan sa Pagkakaisa at Paghilom ng Bayan” (Spirit of Freedom for National Unity and Healing). The philippine government  calls on everyone to celebrate the history and values that bind us as Filipinos and unite as we begin the road to recovery from…

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The 37-year-old mother of ten had actually expected “only” eight babies – two came as a surprise afterwards. If the case can be officially confirmed, the South African woman will be the new world record holder.The previous record for the most healthy babies is held by a woman from the USA, who had eight in 2008. Nadya Suleman, dubbed “Octomum” by the media, has now held the title for 13 years without anyone attempting to challenge her. But now the auditors from the Guinness Book of World Records are having…

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Vienna breathes a sigh of relief. Despite masks.For months, the Austrian capital suffered from the toughest lockdown measures in Europe. Now the restaurants, hotels, department stores, galleries and museums are reopening. A wistful stroll through an awakening city. Vienna, which lay empty, pale but dignified during the lockdown, is opening up. But not in a bad mood, with bureaucratic paperwork under its arm as in other neighboring european countries, but fine and solemn. Stores, department stores, museums and galleries have been open again since May 19, as have outdoor restaurants.…

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