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It is a well-established fact that Filipinos working abroad send money to families in the Philippines. In fact, in March 2016, they sent home...

15 Unique Filipino Quirks That Foreigners Find Fascinating (and Filipinos Know by Heart)

Every culture has its little habits that seem totally normal until you realise not everyone does it. In the Philippines, there are small, everyday...

7 Common Reasons Filipino Seafarers Fail to Save

As seafarers, a rewarding career awaits those who are hardworking, forward-thinking individuals. Many sailors have risen from the ranks of able seamen to chief...

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...

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

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5 Common Misconceptions About OFWs

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Oman End of Service Computation

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4 Reasons Why Many OFWs Fail to Save Money

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OFW Guide to Kish Island Survival

So you decided to embark on finding your dream job in Dubai via shortcut by paying for your visit visa/tourist visa for one month that can be extended for another month or get a more expensive tourist visa to last for 3 months. Finding job in Dubai can be easy if you are equipped with talent, experience and skills. But...

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