Every December, airports in big cities like Manila, Cebu, and Davao are filled with arriving balikbayans carrying boxes of pasalubong and bracing themselves for...
Manny Pacquiao may have been deeply criticized by members of the LGBT sector for his statement about same-sex relationships. He was stripped of Nike...
The Philippines, a vibrant archipelago of over 7,000 islands, is often celebrated for its scenic beaches, warm hospitality, and rich cultural history. Perhaps these...
Three Filipino seafarers have been confirmed dead, while five others were rescued after the Liberian-flagged bulk carrier MV Eternity C was attacked by Houthi rebels and sank off the coast of Yemen on July 8, according to the Department...
Overseas Filipinos face multiple challenges. And sometimes the solutions they have for problems could further compound their problems.
An unhealthy lifestyle caused by excessive drinking,...
The Philippine government's Pre-Departure Orientation Seminar (PDOS) aims to assist Filipinos migrating or working abroad in better understanding the country in which they will live or work.
Many Filipinos, especially those who are unaware of the benefits of PDOS, have expressed doubts about its usefulness and often complain about the added procedures on their way to moving to another country.
With...
Three Filipino seafarers have been confirmed dead, while five others were rescued after the Liberian-flagged bulk carrier MV Eternity C was attacked by Houthi rebels and sank off the coast of Yemen on July 8, according to...
Name hire is the term used to denote overseas Filipino workers who found jobs abroad directly without the assistance of employment agencies.
While name hired...
Divorce is illegal in the Philippines though there are a few loopholes around this. Lawyer Joseph Inocencio from the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP)...
Just like many other countries, the Philippines has been struggling to cope up with the impact of coronavirus. Movement of citizens has been restricted,...
Domestic workers are, quite possibly, among the most underrated, overworked, and underpaid people in the labor force.
Due to the nature of their jobs,...