Temptations

Most of us tend to demonize temptations. We usually associate them with the devil and eternal damnation. But actually, the temptation is a neutral...

3 Possible Reasons You Are a Victim of NAIA Offloading

Imagine you are falling in line waiting for your turn at the immigration counter at Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Even with a passport, boarding pass,...

6 Examples of Filipino Racism and How It’s Ingrained in Our Culture at Home and Abroad

Racism is not exclusive to the West or to countries with long histories of colonisation or slavery. It exists in many forms across cultures,...

11 Filipino Words Added to Oxford English Dictionary

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

The Impact of Online Gambling on Filipinos and Its Role in Perpetuating Poverty

Online gambling is widespread in the Philippines and has significantly changed both the economy and daily life in the country. While initially touted as a...

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...

7 Reasons Why You Should Not Marry an OFW

Even though the majority of OFWs decide to work away from home for monetary benefits, several consequences can arise, which may wreck the family....

When Domestic Helpers Receive Low Budget for Weekly Food Expenses

As stated in their employment contracts, domestic workers fulfill household tasks such as cleaning, looking after young children or elderly members of their employers,...

To You, Dad: A Tribute to Filipino Fathers Working Abroad

It’s never easy to be far from your family. Every day that passes, you, Dad, continue to be strong despite the loneliness and longing—all...

9 Reminders To Check Before You Start Your Work Abroad

It is not surprising that when you ask a fresh graduate what’s their plans, the reply you hear might include the word “abroad”. And why not, a sibling or uncle or cousin must have shared stories abroad and that it promises wages that are inconceivable in the Philippines. Working abroad is an exciting opportunity for growth, new experiences, and financial...

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