Why Filipinos Are Always Late: The Impact of “Filipino Time” on Society

Filipinos are known for many things: hospitality, resilience, and warmth. But let’s be honest—many of us are also known for being late. "Filipino time" isn’t...

Wise OFW: 7 Great Habits of a Successful Pinoy Worker

Are you a wise OFW? We have heard too many stories about the success and failures of Filipinos working abroad. As one embarks on a...

7 Filipino Questions You’re Too Shy To Ask

Filipinos may be the subject of a variety of misconceptions. Unless someone clears the air, the lack of awareness about the culture or the...

Why Money Remittance Is More Practical Than Sending Balikbayan Box

For decades, the balikbayan box has been a powerful symbol of love from a distance by Filipino workers abroad. Stuffed with chocolates, canned goods,...

“Relatives Expect Me to Pay for Everything”: The Financial Anxiety of OFWs Homecoming Costs

For many Filipinos working or living abroad, the dream of coming home is a sweet one: reuniting with family, enjoying home-cooked meals, and catching...

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...

Should Stay-in Domestic Helpers Spend Days Off Outdoors?

It's a mandated by law that domestic workers in Hong Kong are granted days off so they can spend time on other matters besides...

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...

The Significance of Pope Francis to the Filipino and Other Migrant Workers Worldwide

Every day, thousands of Filipinos leave their homes to work overseas. Many of them do so with courage, faith, and an overwhelming desire to...

Comprehensive IELTS Guide for Overseas Filipino Workers

The IELTS exam is vital for overseas Filipino workers because it helps to improve their employment options and career prospects abroad. Many countries, notably English-speaking countries, demand IELTS scores as part of the application process for immigration or work visas. A high IELTS score demonstrates OFWs' English language competency, allowing them to meet the linguistic criteria established by employers and...

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