Through the years, Western Union has established itself as one of the premier establishments that conveniently transfer funds for individuals regardless of where they...
Some lessons are learned in school, others are in real-life experience, sometimes in a hard way. For us overseas Filipino workers, the learning process...
In the Philippines, individuals with long-term physical, mental, intellectual, or sensory impairments are designated as Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), a category that may hinder...
Overseas Filipinos face multiple challenges. And sometimes the solutions they have for problems could further compound their problems.
An unhealthy lifestyle caused by excessive drinking,...
There are many annoying or stressful things around us in the Philippines. Video customer in the neighborhood beerhouse singing out-of-tune tracks.
Double parking vehicles...
Overseas Filipino workers, balikbayans, and foreigners visiting the Philippines for vacation or returning for good may not be aware of the various forms of criminal activities preying on unsuspecting victims.
Fortunately, such modus operandi is well chronicled so travelers to the Philippines should be aware of the tell-tale signs of such crimes that may target you or a stranger next...
The Department of Health (DOH) spearheads the establishment of the DOH Hypertension and Diabetes Club. This will be launched nationwide to enhance the initiatives...
There's so much debate about overpopulation in the Philippines. From census to population projection models, is the country ripe for population control? Or is...
Like many other overseas Filipino workers, Filipino seafarers also dream of a bright future for themselves and their families. No wonder they choose to...
Misconceptions about Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) frequently center on notions of financial affluence, ignoring the sacrifices and obstacles they experience.
The misconceptions originate from a lack of understanding of the numerous challenges that OFWs face, such as homesickness, exploitation, and uncertain employment conditions abroad. The mainstream media's portrayal of OFWs, as well as societal pressure to support families back home,...
Foreign domestic workers in Hong Kong are protected by law and the Standard Employment Contract — no other paperwork — is the only document recognized by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region when it...
Just like many other countries, the Philippines has been struggling to cope up with the impact of coronavirus. Movement of citizens has been restricted,...
The Philippine Overseas Employment Administration has launched an online facility to apply for overseas employment certificates among overseas Filipino workers.
The online facility is available...
Pardon the redundancy: over-extending. An OFW career planned for a few years gets extended sometimes beyond control.
It's intentional because that's what is happening to...
Some lessons are learned in school, others are in real-life experience, sometimes in a hard way. For us overseas Filipino workers, the learning process...
The number of overseas Filipino workers has continuously been increasing in number over the years.
OFWs are said to have contributed significantly to the...
Offloading occurs at Philippine airports, which causes fear and anger among Filipino travelers going abroad. Offloading at NAIA has been a notorious experience that...
OFW passport renewal is a crucial requirement among Filipinos working abroad.
It's almost a given that once a Filipino worker is based abroad, performing transactions...