SSS Death Benefits: How Much Can Beneficiaries Get and How to Apply

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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,...

Why Filipinos Are Always Late: The Impact of “Filipino Time” on Society

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7 Filipino Questions You’re Too Shy To Ask

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8 Common OFW Money Mistakes During Christmas

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

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Singapore-based OFW Grateful for OWWA Benefits After Stroke

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45 Ways to Make Extra Money While Working Abroad

Some overseas Filipino workers have plenty of time to spare online during their days off. While a significant amount of time off is probably spent on rest, communicating with loved ones, or a well-deserved outing with friends, making extra money should prove an attractive option for ones gifted with skill and creativity. Making extra money may often be challenging but it...

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