8 Common OFW Money Mistakes During Christmas

The Christmas season is a fitting celebration overseas Filipinos can quickly look forward to. But it is also a season to make money mistakes....

Financial Adviser Warns OFW Families: Money Remittance Won’t Last Forever

Families relying on money remittance from overseas Filipino workers must be prepared for the day money sent to them regularly would eventually stop coming,...

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The issue of parents expecting or demanding godparent gifts for their children can be a polarizing topic. Opinions may vary depending on who you...

Filipino Covid Heroes: How OFWs Show Heroism in Pandemic Fight

In addition to the skill and expertise of Filipinos bring to benefit their host countries, they also bear a considerable degree of risk and...

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...

9 Ways to Resist Remittance Pressure from Family Back Home

For millions of Overseas Filipino Workers, sending money back home is a lifeline for their families. But what happens when family members start relying too heavily on these remittances, treating it as an endless flow of cash? This growing pressure can affect an OFW's mental health, financial stability, and future goals. This article explores nine effective ways to resist remittance pressure,...

How to Respond to Any Form of Racism

A troubling video has recently circulated on social media, capturing a heated exchange between a Filipina and a non-Filipino passenger aboard a train in...

Filipino Man Arrested for Brutal Murder of 22-Year-Old Student in Rome

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11 Safety Tips for Taxi Passengers in the Philippines

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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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