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Finding Love, Losing Family and the Cost of New Beginnings Abroad

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5 Values of OFWs That Make Them Subject to Abuse

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9 Ways to Resist Remittance Pressure from Family Back Home

For millions of Overseas Filipino Workers, sending money back home is a lifeline for their families. But what happens when family members start relying too heavily on these remittances, treating it as an endless flow of cash? This growing pressure can affect an OFW's mental health, financial stability, and future goals. This article explores nine effective ways to resist remittance pressure,...

20 Filipino Seafarers Under Investigation in South Korea Over Record Drug Bust; DMW Vows Legal Support

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Why More Singapore Employees Hire Detectives to Spy on Helpers

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OWWA Scholarship: OFW Dependent Scholarship Program

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