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Are you a wise OFW? We have heard too many stories about the success and failures of Filipinos working abroad. As one embarks on a...

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Finding Love, Losing Family and the Cost of New Beginnings Abroad

As Filipinos embark on a new life as migrant workers abroad, there is little doubt that they set well-defined priorities: the education of children,...

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

SSS death benefits consist of a certain amount of money paid to the beneficiary of a recently deceased SSS member. Claims for death benefits...

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...

3 Ways An OFW Returning Home Should Be Welcomed

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With just two days left before the start of internet voting for Filipinos abroad, the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) is reminding all overseas registered...

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Social Security System in the Philippines provides multiple benefits to members such as social insurance, retirement, loans and healthcare assistance. A Filipino citizen is eligible to join this insurance system, allowing each member to save up for retirement or avail of the other benefits. First Time Registration To become a member, an applicant needs to fill up an E-1 or Personal...

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