Floral Offering Ceremony at the Vienna City Hall Garden on June 11, 2025

On June 11, 2025, at 16 Hours, the Philippine Austrian Cultural Society (PACES), under the leadership of President Dr. Jane Abaya, will host a floral offering ceremony at the Vienna City Hall Garden in Austria. The event marks a significant occasion to celebrate the strong and enduring ties between the Philippines and Austria. Now in its seventh year, the ceremony is held in collaboration with the Philippine Embassy in Vienna, honoring the two Catalpa (Trompetenbaum) trees planted in June 1998 during the centennial of Philippine independence. These trees, located on…

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“Kumain Ka Na?” – Filipino Migration and Identity Explored in New Wien Museum Exhibit

Exhibit Dates: 12 June – 31 August 2025Opening Night: 11 June, 17:00–22:00Venue: Wien Museum Community Gallery This summer, the Wien Museum Community Gallery presents Kumain Ka Na? (Have You Eaten?), an exhibition curated by Chelsea Amada that explores the stories of Filipino migration through the lens of food, care, and identity. Running from June 12 to August 31, 2025, the exhibit focuses on the first generation of Filipino nurses who came to Austria in the 1970s and how their legacy continues through the lives of their children and grandchildren. The…

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Safety index: Austria fourth safest travel destination

According to a Swiss insurance portal, Austria remains one of the safest countries in the world to visit. It ranks fourth, after Iceland, Singapore, and Denmark, in a study conducted by the Swiss insurance comparison calculator HelloSafe, based on 35 criteria. The most unsafe countries to travel to are the Philippines, Colombia, and Mexico. The criteria are divided into five categories: natural disasters, societal violence, involvement in internal or external armed conflict, health infrastructure, and the militarization of the country. The world’s most unsafe countries encompass many old and new…

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Celebrating Philippine National Heritage Month in Vienna

The Philippine Embassy in Vienna organized a special event to commemorate National Heritage Month. The celebration featured a free screening of the film “K’na, the Dreamweaver,” supported by Folkorico Filipino, a cultural group based in Austria. This article aims to explore the significance of this celebration and the artistic themes encapsulated in the film and the event. Significance of National Heritage Month National Heritage Month in the Philippines signifies an appreciation for the nation’s diverse cultures and the intricate tapestry of traditions that define it. Here are several key points…

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“Kumain Ka Na?” Exhibit Spotlights Filipino Nurses’ Legacy at Wien Museum

Vienna, Austria – May 28, 2025 — From June 12 to August 31, the Wien Museum Community Gallery will host “Kumain Ka Na?”, an exhibition by artist and curator Chelsea Amada that traces the journey of Filipino nurses in Austria. The exhibition examines the migration experiences of the first-generation nurses—their struggles, triumphs, and the cultural bridge they built. It also reflects on the identity formation and cultural imprint of succeeding generations. The public is invited to the opening event on June 11, from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., featuring Filipino…

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Majority of Austrians clueless about AI

According to a survey, most respondents know little about artificial intelligence and are critical of the technology. A special survey by Statistics Austria shows that around 73 percent of people in Austria have little to no knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI). Only five percent of respondents said they knew a lot about AI, while a further 22 percent described their knowledge as “a lot.” Amazingly, five percent have never heard of AI. Only 43 percent rate AI as applicable for their job. Almost nine out of ten see no need…

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Funeral, new pope – conclave will begin in few days

The conclave will begin in Rome in a few days, during which the cardinals will elect a new pope. Cardinal Christoph Schönborn talks about his expectations.Tomorrow, Saturday, Pope Francis will be buried in Rome—quite simply, as he wished—not in the magnificent St. Peter’s Basilica but in his favorite church, Santa Maria Maggiore, in a simple wooden coffin under the floor. The tomb slab will only say “Franciscus.” His funeral will be based on how he lived: simple and close to the people, especially the poor. Nevertheless, a mega-event with many…

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The time of vacancy begins in the Vatican

The pontificate of the first South American pontiff has ended with Francis’s death. Between two pontificates, there is always a period of at least several weeks of “sede vacante,” during which the Holy See is vacant. During this time, the cardinals take over the reigns in the Vatican and the universal church. The Purple Senate experiences its finest hour during this period. It meets daily in general congregations and prepares the funeral of the old pope and the conclave, as well as the election of the new head of the…

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Beer or wine drinkers: who has the unhealthier lifestyle?

An increasing number of severely overweight people, more alcohol consumption on a problematic scale, liver disease as a significant health problem: in many parts of the world, these developments are putting a strain on healthcare systems – and usually on the lives of those affected themselves. 38.9 percent of respondents only drank beer 21.8 percent stated that they only drank wine 18.3 only drank spirits 21 percent stated mixed consumption Participants’ eating habits were assessed using the Healthy Eating Index, which is based on standard dietary recommendations. Beer drinkers: male,…

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