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The long wait for our very own Philippine ID is over. Citizens of the Philippines will finally have their own national ID after President Rodrigo...

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15 Simple Things Filipinos Can do to Help the Philippines

The Philippines has the world’s 73rd freest economy as of the 2022 Index of Economic Freedom ranking among 178 countries. But despite the improved financial standing of the country, the Philippines’ overall rating remains below average. To push growth and development, here are the 15 simple things Filipinos can do to help the Philippines. Proper disposal of garbage. This single...

5 Common Misconceptions About OFWs

Misconceptions about Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) frequently center on notions of financial affluence, ignoring the sacrifices and obstacles they experience. The misconceptions originate from a...

Viewing Through Partitions of Dubai Shared Apartments

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27 Items Banned Inside Balikbayan Boxes to Philippines

It's a great feeling for a family to receive that balikbayan box sent by a relative abroad. The same feeling resonates with senders who...

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7 Toxic Attitudes of Some Filipinos Abroad Show to the World

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