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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......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 10th, 2024

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......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 5th, 2024

Digital inclusion for modern Filipino heroes

“Bagong bayani” or “new heroes” is a phrase most often associated with Overseas Filipino Workers or OFWs......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 14th, 2024

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......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 12th, 2024

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......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

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.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsJan 16th, 2024

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 […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  journalRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

Donald Trumps $3.5bn windfall at stake in Spac deal showdow

The Financial Times, known for its in-depth coverage of global business, economics, and politics, is now offering a special subscription deal for its print edition......»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsMar 22nd, 2024

DLSU unveils finalists for 2024 Lasallian Scholarum Awards

De La Salle University (DLSU) announces the finalists for this year’s Lasallian Scholarum Awards (LSA), an annual event recognizing outstanding media coverage of the youth and education sectors, which will be held on March 20, 2024 at DLSU Manila. Focusing on the theme “Youth Beat,” the 19th LSA honors professional and student journalists whose outstanding […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  journalRelated NewsFeb 25th, 2024

Thai journalists arrested for news coverage of anarchist graffiti on temple

The two journalists were charged with being accomplices to damaging an historical site and public vandalism, says Thai Lawyers for Human Rights, which is representing the two men.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 13th, 2024

Sinulog 2024: 442 more cops deployed to secure Cebu’s grand festival

CEBU CITY, Philippines — As additional forces for the security coverage during the upcoming activities for the Sinulog Festival 2024, the Cebu City Police Office will be deploying a total of 442 personnel who are schooling at the Regional Training Center. According to Police Colonel Ireneo B. Dalogdog, CCPO city director, the augmented personnel will.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

Song Kang, Kim Min Kyu show off buzz cuts, enter military service

Korean actors Song Kang and Kim Min-kyu officially began their mandatory military service for South Korea's army, but not without one more surprise for their fans......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 2nd, 2024

Masking, lockdown not needed for rising pertussis cases – DOH

Despite the alarming increase in pertussis cases in the country, an official of the Department of Health said there is no need for a lockdown or mandatory wearing of face masks......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 26th, 2024

Zero Tailpipe Emission

Electric-powered tricycle operators wait for passengers in Barangay Centro Agdao, Davao City on Wednesday, 28 February 2024, The government is eyeing a mandatory registration for electric bikes since these are now used as an alternative mode of public transportation. MindaNews photo.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

E-vehicle group sees tariff break as ‘game changer’

The Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines is batting for the inclusion of e-motorcycles in the grant of tax incentives under Executive Order 12 that is already due for mandatory review......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 25th, 2024

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......»»

Category: newsSource:  davaotodayRelated NewsMar 29th, 2024

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.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 22nd, 2024

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)......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 18th, 2024

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......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 24th, 2024

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......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2024