Filipinos are known for many things: hospitality, resilience, and warmth.
But let’s be honest—many of us are also known for being late. "Filipino time" isn’t...
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...
If you ask Filipinos abroad, there are plenty of reasons why they chose to leave the Philippines -- at least temporarily.
Families Are Already Abroad
With...
There were 73.17 million Filipino Facebook users in 2020. With free data access through major telecom network providers, Filipinos armed with prepaid mobile devices...
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...
The demand for Filipino seafarers worldwide remains strong. However, the “unhealthy lifestyle” associated with their work can be a stumbling block for sea-based workers...
The IELTS exam is vital for overseas Filipino workers because it helps to improve their employment options and career prospects abroad. Many countries, notably English-speaking countries, demand IELTS scores as part of the application process for immigration or work visas.
A high IELTS score demonstrates OFWs' English language competency, allowing them to meet the linguistic criteria established by employers and...
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 Philippines, like many other countries, faces a range of health challenges that affect the well-being of its population. Among these challenges are the...
One common misconception about overseas Filipino workers is that once they start their employment abroad, they are free from debt mainly because they receive...
Starting July 1, 2025, all foreign workers in Kuwait’s private sector, including Overseas Filipino Workers, will be required to obtain an exit permit from...
Frontline government services are now made further accessible to Filipinos who are currently working or planning to take up jobs abroad as the One-Stop...
The Philippines is one of the world’s top sources of overseas workers, with millions of Filipinos employed across the globe. While most Overseas Filipino...