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Unhealthy Lifestyles Leave Filipino Seafarers With Various Illnesses

The demand for Filipino seafarers worldwide remains strong. However, the “unhealthy lifestyle” associated with their work can be a stumbling block for sea-based workers...

How to Claim Insurance Benefit For Natural Death Under Compulsory Insurance Coverage for Agency-Hired Migrant Workers

Under Compulsory Insurance Coverage for Agency-Hired Migrant Workers, beneficiaries of overseas Filipino workers who succumb to ailments while under contract in their jobs abroad...

Marrying A Seafarer: 11 Questions Ladies Should Answer First

If you are engaged to marry a seafarer or someone out there employed to deal with life in the middle of the ocean, crossing...

5 Life Lessons OFWs Learn While Working Abroad

The thought of working overseas is a sign that one is opening up to new horizons by leaving his or her comfort zone, learning...

Advantages of MoneyGram Money Remittance

There are plenty of money remittance agents out there, some offer better rates, and others take pride in convenience over their extensive branch locations....

How OWWA Reintegration Program Helped Ex-Saudi OFW Launch Water Refilling Business

Shui King. No, it’s not a spin-off for a local fast-food chain but it’s the former name of Mr. Jackaria Omar’s Water Refilling Station...

Expert Tells OFWs: Bringing Kids Abroad Not Always Good Idea

Bringing children to another country to be with their parents who are based there may have their own share of adverse effects, an expert...

Working in Singapore: 10 Things Filipinos Need to Know Before Working There

Working in Singapore is a preference for many Filipinos. It is just a few hours flight from the Philippines and shares the same timezone...