17 Unmistakable Signs You Are an Overseas Filipino Worker

These OFW characteristics certainly do not apply to all but chances are, some of these items describe you, our modern-day Pinoy heroes! You know the...

What the Philippines Can Learn from Global Public Transport Systems

A country's public transportation system is more than just a means to get from one place to another. It's a reflection of a country's...

Cariño Brutal: Cutting The Chains Of Abuse

Cariño brutal. Sleeping with the enemy. Tough love. That's how we describe domestic violence. It is a personal and social problem that exists in...

Godparent Gifts: Do Parents Have the Right to Demand From OFWs?

The issue of parents expecting or demanding godparent gifts for their children can be a polarizing topic. Opinions may vary depending on who you...

8 Common OFW Money Mistakes During Christmas

The Christmas season is a fitting celebration overseas Filipinos can quickly look forward to. But it is also a season to make money mistakes....

Red Sea Crisis: Three Filipino Seafarers Dead, Five Rescued After Ship Sinks in Houthi Attack

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...

Cheating OFWs: Why Some Married Pinoys and Pinays Abroad Get Involved in Affairs

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Oman End of Service Computation

EOS or End of Service is the payment that an employee receives from the company that they are working at after they have completed...

3 Ways An OFW Returning Home Should Be Welcomed

Imagine an OFW returning home for the first time after so many years of working abroad. It's an exciting moment every Filipino worker abroad...

How To Invest in Stock Market in the Philippines

Filipinos who wish to invest in the stock market will be excited to know that current times are ideal for getting into the business. As of March 30, 2025, the Philippine Stock Exchange Index has experienced a decline of approximately 5.84% since the beginning of the year. This downturn mirrors broader trends in Southeast Asian markets, which have seen...

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