Hundreds of OFWs in Iraq to lose jobs
With the impending pullout of the United States from its bases in Iraq, hundreds of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) are expected to lose their jobs, migration expert Manny Geslani said yesterday......»»
LIVESTREAM: World Court hearings on Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territories
4th UPDATE: The World Court hears the oral pleadings of China, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Japan and Jordan.....»»
Iraq condemns latest US strikes as ‘irresponsible escalation’
The Pentagon said the US had carried out strikes on three facilities linked to Iran-backed militias including Kataib Hezbollah after a weekend attack on an Iraqi air base that wounded US forces.....»»
Woman, where is your son? Son, where is your mother? A Holy Week reflection on OFWs and their families
As we observe the solemnity of Holy Week through various traditional practices, my thoughts are drawn to our kababayans (fellow Filipinos) abroad who mark this significant occasion far away from their homeland......»»
Golden Haven launches international campaign for OFWs
Golden Haven, the country’s leading memorial park developer, has launched its GO! International campaign, a groundbreaking initiative that aims to help overseas Filipino workers secure their financial future......»»
OFW aspirants told: Engage with licensed recruitment agencies only
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The regional director of the Department of Migrant Workers in Central Visayas (DMW-7) warned aspiring Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) to engage with only legitimate and licensed recruitment agencies. Lawyer Karl Arriola, DMW-7 director, told CDN Digital that even if he was a lawyer, he still subscribed to the doctors’ advice: Prevention.....»»
Remittances grow at slower 2.7 Percent pace in January
Personal remittances from overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) grew by only 2.7 percent to $3.15 billion in January from $3.07 billion in the same month last year, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)......»»
Hontiveros: Quiboloy must answer for alleged extortion of OFWs
Reynita Fernandez, an OFW based in Singapore, said that she and other migrant workers were pressured and harassed into giving 90% of their salaries to Quiboloy......»»
Aboitiz Land unlocks opportunities for OFWs
Aboitiz Land is reinforcing its commitment to empowering and supporting the financial well-being of overseas Filipinos by being part of the biggest celebrations in the Filipino community in the Dubai Barrio Fiesta in the United Arab Emirates......»»
Vilma Santos looks back on iconic scenes in ‘Anak’
In the ending of the film “Anak” released 24 years ago, Vilma Santos, playing an overseas Filipino worker mom, could be seen weaving through a sea of fellow OFWs in the bustling streets of Hong Kong while reading news from home on a handwritten letter — a scene that would become an iconic moment in Philippine cinema......»»
GCash gets BSP nod to enter Europe, ME
E-wallet leader GCash has received the green light from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) to offer financial services to overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in Europe and the Middle East......»»
Digital inclusion for modern Filipino heroes
“Bagong bayani” or “new heroes” is a phrase most often associated with Overseas Filipino Workers or OFWs......»»
Firm illegally sending OFWs to Poland padlocked
For reportedly illegally sending overseas Filipino workers to Poland, the Department of Migrant Workers shut down yesterday a consultancy firm in Makati......»»
OFWs pillar of Philippine economy – MVP
Modern-day heroes, figures of resilience – these are just some of the ways to describe what Filipinos living overseas mean to the Philippines......»»
Cebu-Based Filipino Homes Launches Global Partners Facility Against Scammers in Real Estate
Cebu-based Filipino Homes intensified its campaign against scammers in buying real estate properties with the launching of their “Global Partners” facility in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The facility will help in particular Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) or Filipinos living abroad access to right information pertaining to property investments in the Philippines and other related […].....»»
Recto backs insurance for OFWs
The availability of insurance products should extend to overseas Filipino workers , according to Finance Secretary Ralph Recto – indicating the possible lifting of restrictions in the current framework......»»
Philippines reaffirms ‘One China policy’ after Marcos congratulates Taiwan’s Lai
'The message of President Marcos congratulating the new president was his way of thanking them for hosting our OFWs and holding a successful democratic process. Nevertheless, the Philippines reaffirms its One China Policy,' the Department of Foreign Affairs statement says.....»»
Romualdez inspects OFW lounge to ensure convenience
HOUSE Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez personally checked on the condition of the Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) Lounge at the NAIA Terminal 1 to ensure that once opened for the OFWs, it will offer to them the kind of amenities and convenience that paying air passengers enjoy. Romualdez said the use of the new lounge will […].....»»
Most Filipino families not reaping long-term gains of preschool education
Parents’ lack of awareness about the long-term gains of preschool education and limited government daycare centers have made most Filipino children lose out on the benefits of early childhood education......»»
Risk appetite
When the controversial Maharlika Investment Fund was proposed and debated in Congress, the point was made that Filipino taxpayers do not have extra funds to potentially lose in a sovereign investment fund. But the BBM administration was insistent......»»
3 dead, 1 injured after multi-vehicle crash in Philippines
MANILA, May 7 (Xinhua) -- Three people have been killed and one severely injured following a multi-vehicle crash in Nueva Ecija province, north of Manila, police said Tuesday. Police said the accident happened on Monday after an Asian utility vehicle hit the rear of the tricycle carrying the three victims, causing it to lose control and collide with an oncoming tanker truck along a highway in Cabanatuan City in.....»»