How OFWs Can Renew PRC ID Online

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Principal Toga Controversy: Why OFW Children Should Be Grateful This Graduation Season

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Age Discrimination in the Philippine Job Market

Age discrimination is a complex issue that can have various causes and is not limited to the Philippines. In the country, it may be...

10 Best Small Business Ideas in the Philippines

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8 Reasons Why It’s Hard to Find Jobs in the Philippines

For many years, the government of the Philippines has been preaching the growing number of job vacancies. But it's puzzling to realize how this...

Understanding Pinoy Films and Why Many of them are Unwatchable

Filipino films, like every other national cinema, have a distinct identity shaped by their own culture, history, and social environment. Although it gives us pride to watch Filipino films that relate to our personal experiences, we also notice many of them lack deeper creative storytelling and poor film production and casting, which makes them less appealing to watch. Overarching themes of...

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One of the things overseas Filipino workers look forward to is their trip to the Philippines for vacation, no matter how short it may...

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7 Common Reasons Filipino Seafarers Fail to Save

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9 Reminders To Check Before You Start Your Work Abroad

It is not surprising that when you ask a fresh graduate what’s their plans, the reply you hear might include the word “abroad”. And why not, a sibling or uncle or cousin must have shared stories abroad and that it promises wages that are inconceivable in the Philippines. Working abroad is an exciting opportunity for growth, new experiences, and financial...

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