Viewing Through Partitions of Dubai Shared Apartments

Flat sharing, otherwise known as boarding house/room sharing in the Philippines, is not a new thing for Filipinos. So when I first arrived in...

Games We Played as a Kid: Pinoy Children in the Past

We live in modern times, but it did not seem too long ago when many of us experienced a different life as young children. If...

Why Many OFWs Remain Mad Despite OWWA’s Efforts

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Ramadan in the Eyes of Vulnerable, Abused Domestic Workers

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The Impact of Online Gambling on Filipinos and Its Role in Perpetuating Poverty

Online gambling is widespread in the Philippines and has significantly changed both the economy and daily life in the country. While initially touted as a...

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

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6 Reasons You Do Not Send Money to the Philippines

It is a common scenario where an overseas Filipino worker or OFW begins contemplating ways to grow his hard-earned money. Do not send money...

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Marrying A Seafarer: 11 Questions Ladies Should Answer First

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