Top Reasons You Are Denied Entry in Canada

Having arrived at major international gateways in Canada after a long flight should be a piece of welcome news. But not everyone is welcome...

15 Unique Filipino Quirks That Foreigners Find Fascinating (and Filipinos Know by Heart)

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8 Common OFW Money Mistakes During Christmas

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How Coronavirus Impacts Filipino Domestic Workers in Hong Kong

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Cebuano OFWs Top 10 Pasalubong Ideas

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

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...

How to Claim Insurance Benefit For Natural Death Under Compulsory Insurance Coverage for Agency-Hired Migrant Workers

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9 Ways You Can Land a Job in Thailand

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3 Domestic Worker Superstitions You May Not Be Aware Of

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Sending Balikbayan Box to Philippines During Time of Pandemic

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