National Flag Days: Honoring the Nation from May 28 to June 12

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In line with Republic Act 8491, also known as the Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines, the days from May 28 to June 12 are officially recognized as Flag Days. This two-week period calls on all Filipinos—whether in government offices, schools, private businesses, or their own homes—to proudly display the Philippine flag. The law isn’t just a formality. It’s a call to recognize the importance of our national symbol, the flag that represents the courage, history, and identity of the Filipino people. The period begins on May 28, the…

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This year is a bad year for ticks

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When walking in the woods, it’s not just wild boars you might encounter. This year, there are also a particularly large number of small, dangerous bloodsuckers around. Some experts are even calling it a “tick year.” And many of these small insects, which are classified as mites, carry pathogens that can cause serious diseases such as Lyme disease or early summer meningoencephalitis, or TBE for short. Ticks love high temperatures and high humidity. They are now active almost all year round.AGES (Austrian Agency for Health and Food Safety) reports that…

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

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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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Planning a trip? What you should know about hepatitis A and B

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If you have travel plans for the summer, it’s a good idea to check your hepatitis vaccination. Because in many popular travel destinations, holidaymakers can become infected with hepatitis A or B viruses and bring back an inflammation of the liver as an unwanted souvenir, warns the German Liver Foundation. We clarify the most important questions: What kind of disease is hepatitis A?Hepatitis A viruses are mainly transmitted via contaminated food and water. They cause flu-like symptoms such as fever, a general feeling of illness, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.…

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Safety index: Austria fourth safest travel destination

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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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Ticket prices rise in Lower Austria and Burgenland – Prices in Vienna remain the same

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As of July 1, 2025, new ticket prices for Lower Austria and Burgenland will be in effect in the Verkehrsverbund Ost-Region (VOR). On average, prices are expected to rise by 3%. However, there will be no price increases for Vienna. As of July 1, 2025, the VOR will adjust prices in the “Region” fare zone, specifically for Lower Austria and Burgenland. On average, single, daily, weekly, and monthly tickets will increase by around 3%. Example prices (from July 2025): Single journey: € 2.20 (previously € 2.10)24-hour ticket: € 4.30 (previously…

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Ateneo Chamber Singers Enchant Vienna Audience in Concert for a Cause

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Vienna, June 2, 2025 — The Ateneo Chamber Singers (ACS), under the masterful direction of Jonathan M. Velasco, delivered a powerful and moving performance at Canisius Church in Vienna’s 9th District on June 2. The concert, which drew both Filipino and foreign guests, featured a rich repertoire of sacred choral pieces and original Filipino compositions that captivated the audience from the first note to the last. The evening was more than just a showcase of musical excellence. It was a benefit concert in support of the Philippine-Austrian Cultural and Educational…

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Ateneo Chamber Singers Honored with Global Partner of Peace Award by Women’s Federation for World Peace

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Vienna, Austria – 2. June 2025 – The Women’s Federation for World Peace (WFWP) has awarded the Global Partner of Peace Award to the Ateneo Chamber Singers, recognizing the choir’s exceptional contribution to peacebuilding through the power of music. The award was presented after the Charity Concert of the group heröd at the Canisius Church in Vienna’s 9th District by the WFWP UN Vienna Office and presented by Renate Amesbauer, General Secretary of WFWP UN Vienna and President of WFWP Austria, alongside Merle Soquila Blaschke, head of WFWP Corinthia and…

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Ateneo Chamber Singers to Perform Choral and Sacred Music Concert in Vienna Today

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VIENNA, Austria — June 2, 2025 — The internationally acclaimed Ateneo Chamber Singers (ACS) from the Philippines will take center stage this evening at Canisius Kirche for a special concert featuring choral and sacred music. Organised in partnership with the Philippine-Austrian Cultural and Educational Society (PACES), the performance is set for 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Lustkandlgasse 36, 1090 Vienna. Founded in 2002, the Ateneo Chamber Singers have become global ambassadors of Filipino choral excellence. They have captured top prizes at elite international competitions, including the World Choir Games…

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