OFW Savings: Overseas Filipinos Fail to Save For Themselves During Pandemic

It's hard to generate OFW savings during this era of pandemics. Every month, even during the COVID-19 pandemic, Filipinos abroad continue to send home remittances...

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What the Philippines Can Learn from Global Public Transport Systems

A country's public transportation system is more than just a means to get from one place to another. It's a reflection of a country's...

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...

7 Annoying Traits of Many Filipinos

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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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One-Stop Service Center For OFWs Opens at POEA

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SSS Computation: How Much Pension Will You Get Based on Contribution?

It is not uncommon for Social Security System members to be curious after the continuous contribution of SSS premiums: how much pension will they receive once they enter their retirement age and are eligible to receive their pension? According to Susie G. Bugante, vice president for public affairs and special events of the SSS in her January 21, 2017 column...

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