SPECIAL REPORT

The Philippines is undeniably one of the best places in the world to unwind and explore. However, as with any other destination, there are both highs and lows -- and returning citizens are no exception. Here are some of the ill…
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One of the challenges of being an overseas Filipino worker is that he or she is far from families and friends back home. While the usual focus goes to parents who make a difficult decision of leaving their children, many OFWs also puts…
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We just celebrated 100,000 fans on our Facebook page. Thank you kababayans for joining us on Facebook since 2009 as we bring news, tips and updates for overseas Filipinos. We look back at the most popular pages you have accessed all these…
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Homesickness has always plagued overseas Filipino workers (OFW) through the years. And for good reason, feeling homesick manifests that affinity of the OFW with his or her family. Internet technologies and improved means of communication…
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Many Filipinos have wanted settle into Canada, partly because of opportunities awaiting immigrants and their families, and the continuing struggles in the Philippines. While there are many immigration consultants around, ready to assist…
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It is always a joyful feeling for OFWs to feel the airplane wheels gently hit the ground, indicating that they have finally reached home after working abroad for what seems like eternity. Those who intend to make their life back home or…
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BPO, or business process outsourcing, is a rapidly expanding industry that is also rapidly proliferating in the Philippines, as countries in the West realize how much cost efficient it can be to hire individuals from third world areas. Call…
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The phrase "It's more fun in the Philippines" is more than just a tourism campaign slogan. Even before tourism officials decided to use it as a rallying cry to push the country towards the center of the global tourism map, a lot of people…
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Filipino workers (OFWs) face various types of challenges. Such may include homesickness, maltreatment by employers, or getting displaced in an internal conflict. When they happen, it's not surprising to raise the question if going abroad…
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We realize the list we have on negative attitudes of Filipinos still lacked a few more, we decided to create a new list. 1. When someone goes on travel, asks for pasalubong Perhaps as a consolation for not joining a trip, Mokang jokes to…
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