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4 Months in Jail for Filipino Nurse Convicted for Offensive Remarks in Singapore
A Singapore court has sentenced a Filipino nurse to four months in prison for posting inflammatory comments on Facebook against Singaporeans and lying to police investigators. Ello Ed Mundsel Bello,...
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How to Apply for OEC Online
In an effort to streamline arrangement of returning overseas Filipino workers (OFW) to the Philippines, the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration has soft launched an online facility to apply...
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10 Bad Experiences of OFWs Spending Holidays in the Philippines
The Philippines is undeniably one of the best places in the world to unwind and explore. However, as with any other destination, there are both highs and lows — and returning citizens are no exception....
View ArticlePOEA Warns No Jobs for Tourists in China
The Philippine Overseas Employment Administration yesterday warned job seekers, particularly Filipino domestic helpers in Hong Kong and Macau, to be cautious of recruiters who promise jobs in China...
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Pinay DH Steals From Employer of 22 Years to Help Sick Husband
Desperate people in desperate circumstances leads to desperate actions, oftentimes with the desperate ones in an even deeper situation. This is the case of domestic worker Marie L.M., who confessed...
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4 Bad Habits of OFW Families
Filipinos risk lives and go out of their comfort zones (comfort with family, access to favorite dishes or TV drama) to work abroad. And for good reason: we all want the best for our families, something...
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7 Reasons Why You Should Marry an OFW
Some people are still deciding whether or not it is a good idea to marry an OFW or Overseas Filipino Worker. There’s sort of financial stability as they earn dollars. There is also risk of unstable...
View ArticleHK Tribunal Orders Ex-Employer to Pay Terminated Filipina Helper $16K
A Filipino domestic helper in Hong Kong has won a claim at the Labour Tribunal, prompting her former employer to pay her HK$16,456.50 (P95,573) in unpaid wages and a month’s worth of salary in lieu of...
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How To Make The Most Out of Your Job in Qatar?
On the surface everything looks fine. You secured qualifications with the highest grade, have optimum expertise in the industry of your choice and been successful in making it to the wealthiest country...
View ArticleFilipino in Milan Stabs Indian Flatmate Over ‘Stinky Shoes’
An Indian man is in critical condition after allegedly being stabbed by his Filipino flatmate in Milan, Italy over his “stinking shoes.” According to The New Indian Express, the 47-year-old victim was...
View ArticleTwo Filipinos Injured in Yemen Mortar Attack
Two Filipino workers were injured in a mortar attack near the border between Saudi Arabia and Yemen on September 18. According to Assistant Secretary Charles Jose of the Department of Foreign Affairs,...
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How Much Should I Pay for My SSS Contribution in 2015?
Self employed, voluntary members and overseas Filipino workers who have already paid their contributions in advance for the applicable months onwards based on the old contribution scheduled are advised...
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Philippine Immigration Requires Filipino Tourists to Show Financial Proof
In an effort to curtail the growth of undocumented Filipino workers abroad, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) has enforced a new requirement which asks for financial capability for outbound Filipino...
View ArticleFilipino Pilgrim Among Those Killed in Mecca Stampede
A Filipino pilgrim was among those who died in the stampede which took place in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. The Philippine Consulate General in Jeddah made the confirmation on Friday. “The Philippine...
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Are OFWs Required to File Income Tax Returns?
There are too many questions about tax nowadays and too few people who answer them satisfactorily. Given that ignorance of the law is no excuse, people are oftentimes skeptical of what is taxable and...
View ArticleOFW Loses Two Year’s Savings Abroad, Passport at NAIA X-Ray Machine
A returning overseas Filipino worker reportedly lost her two years’ worth of savings and other valuables when she accidentally left her backpack at the security X-ray of Ninoy Aquino International...
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OFW Business: Sari-Sari Store
There are a lot of factors that can make or break the business. A common business in the Philippines, the sari-sari store, requires discipline, attention and focus. The number one reason why most...
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How to Apply for Voluntary Repatriation in Kuwait
Kuwaiti government currently offers ‘Assisted Voluntary Repatriation Program’ (AVRP). The program is endorsed by The Philippines Embassy in Kuwait, as the program is not exclusive to runaway housemaids...
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Why Many OFWs Remain Poor Despite Working Abroad for Years
You would expect that Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) would be the image of financial success. But in reality, the opposite rings true. Most OFWs suffer financial problems even with their better...
View ArticleNZ Migrant Worker Scam Involving Filipino Dairy Farm Workers Uncovered
Several Filipino workers in New Zealand are placed under investigation for providing false and misleading information when they applied for visas, Immigration New Zealand has confirmed. In a report by...
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