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Disunity Mars Philippine Independence Day Celebrations in Oslo
Not one but two events marked the celebration of the 113th Independence day in Norway’s capital city, Oslo this Saturday, June 11. Around 10:00 am, around 300 kababayans and their… Read more
Filipinos to Mark Independence Day With Parade, Trade Fair in Oslo
Filipino organizations are set to mark the 113th Philippine Independence Day on June 11 by holding the first ever parade along Oslo’s parade street, Karl Johan. The organizer, Filcom Norway,… Read more
Norwegian-Pinay Charlotte Bryhn Wins Spot in Hollywood Ad
When Norwegian softdrink Solo launches its brand for Americans, the first face they would see on its billboard ad is that of 17-year-old Norwegian-Pinay Charlotte Bryhn. This, after the Pinay-Norwegian… Read more
Philippines on Norway’s Watch List for Nursing Applicants with Questionable Credentials
The Philippines landed on Norway’s state authorization office watch list for being a problem area when it comes to recruitment of health workers. In a recent report by Norway’s national… Read more
PHL: 1 of 3 Countries on Norway’s Watch List for Health Personnel
The Philippines landed on Norway’s state authorization office watch list for being a problem area when it comes to recruitment of health workers. In a recent report by Norway’s national… Read more
Filipino in Norway Dies from Fire Injuries
A Filipino nursing aid in Norway died Sunday after sustaining multiple burns in a fire in Oslo. June Michelle Bruno, 35, was initially brought to the Ullevaal Hospital for treatment… Read more
Philippines Removes Ban on Deployment of Au Pairs in Europe
The country’s overseas employment authority has lifted the 13-year ban on the recruitment and deployment of au pairs (domestic assistants) to selected European countries. The Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA)… Read more
Norwegians Celebrate Pinoy Culture
Norwegians got a taste of the Pinoy culture when a Filipino cultural group treated them to a night of music, dance and food at the Union Scene in Drammen for… Read more
Filipina Expulsion Case Leads to Law Change in Norway
Norwegian Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg bowed to public pressure and announced that its government is changing a law that affects foreigners with Norwegian spouses. The decision was announced by Stoltenberg… Read more
Norway May Hire Filipino Health Workers
The possible deployment of Filipino health workers to Norway will increase the country’s intellectual capital and wealth, the Department of Labor and Employment (DoLE) said on Saturday. Labor Acting Secretary… Read more