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Filipino language and culture continue to make their mark on the global stage, as eleven uniquely Filipino words have been officially added to the...

9 Reasons Why Many Filipinos Fail to Save for the Future

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

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Why Hong Kong Typhoon Season Is Bad News to Many Domestic Workers

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BPO, or business process outsourcing, is a rapidly expanding industry that is also rapidly proliferating in the Philippines, as countries in the West realize how much cost efficient it can be to hire individuals from third world areas. Call center agents are no doubt growing in number as more appreciate the many benefits that come with the occupation. The job...

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