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Filipino Pride: What the Philippines Does Well and What the World Can Learn from Us

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9 Reasons Why Many Filipinos Fail to Save for the Future

Whether they work overseas or are based in the Philippines, it seems that saving up for the future is a monumental task for many...

19 Negative Filipino Traits & Values That Need to Change

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

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Modern Day Heroes: 5 Reasons Why OFWs Get Such Title

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22 Philippines Travel Tips for Migrant Workers and Balikbayans

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