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Exporting our people

Exporting people has become a major industry for low- and middle-income countries. According to the World Bank, the amount of money sent home by migrant workers surged to an expected $794 billion in 2022......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 12th, 2024

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

DMW-Davao hails citizens vigilance for foiled illegal recruitment in Davao City

ACTING on a Dabawenyo’s information of an alleged illegal recruitment activity on its official Facebook page, the Department of Migrant Workers-Davao Region (DMW-Davao) endorsed the report to the National Bureau of Investigation-Southeastern Mindanao Regional Office (NBI-Semro) leading to a criminal investigation of three reported illegal recruiters last March 2, 2024 in Toril, Davao City by the City Prosecution Office......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

DMW assisting Pinay arrested in Tokyo

The Department of Migrant Workers is extending legal and other necessary assistance to a Filipino arrested in Tokyo for allegedly abandoning the bodies of a Japanese couple......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 22nd, 2024

Hindi namin magagamit : OFWs demand 5% PhilHealth premium hike scrapped

The biggest organization of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and migrant Filipinos slammed President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s administration for increasing members’ premium contribution to PhilHealth from 4% to 5% this year......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 13th, 2024

Mary Jane Veloso’s mother begs Widodo for daughter’s freedom

"I am requesting and begging and hoping you would understand me as a parent and a mother. Please free our daughter," a copy of the letter provided by migrant workers group Migrante International stated in Filipino......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 11th, 2024

Garment factory workers in PH: Over 5,000 lose jobs

MANILA, Philippines — Weak demand overseas that depressed local orders caused around 5,100 garment factory workers to either be retrenched or forced to go on leave since the start of the year. At least nine factories have been affected, including Luenthai Philippines, the country’s biggest exporter of textile goods using cotton.  This is according to.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 7th, 2024

MACAU DAILY TIMES New Filipino womens association aims to be beacon of hope among fellow migrants

A group of Filipino women has created an association with the shared desire for change and to create a platform for strengthening community support amongst women. Recent tragedies late last year and earlier this year claimed the lives of two Filipino workers by suicide, leaving a void in the lives of the associations founders. While [] The post New Filipino womens association aims to be beacon of hope among fellow migrant.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMay 12th, 2024

3 Filipinos injured in Taiwan quake

The Department of Migrant Workers reported that three Filipinos sustained minor injuries following the powerful magnitude 7.2 earthquake that struck Taiwan......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

NEWS BRIEFS | 25 March 2024 

Senate eyes probe of resorts within the slopes of Mt. Apo  Following the controversy involving the establishment of a resort reportedly within the famed Chocolate Hills in Bohol province, Senator Raffy Tulfo, chair of the Senate Committees on Energy and Migrant Workers, is setting his sights on the resorts located on the slopes of Mt. […].....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMar 26th, 2024

DMW: No Pinoys on British tanker attacked by Houthis

There are no Filipino seafarers on board the British oil tanker targeted by Yemen’s Houthi rebels last Friday, according to the Department of Migrant Workers......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 28th, 2024

18 Pinoy seafarers home soon from China – DMW

The 18 Filipino crew of the oil tanker seized in the Gulf of Oman are coming home soon, according to the Department of Migrant Workers......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

McLaren s Bustamante oozing with confidence ahead of F1 Academy season

Filipina racer Bianca Bustamante says her confidence is at an all-time high ahead of her second season in the F1 Academy with McLaren supporting her all the way this opening weekend at Jeddah, Saudi Arabia......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

President Marcos sends best wishes for King Charles’ recovery

President Marcos has joined calls for prayer for the speedy recovery of King Charles, who was recently diagnosed with cancer......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 10th, 2024

AMD Launches Frame Generation Tech DX11, DX12 Games in First Driver Release in 2024

AMD introduced a frame-generating technology called Fluid Motion Frames (AFMF) for all users in its first official driver release for 2024. The latest development comes as HYPR-RX, embedded in the drivers, now enables gamers to enhance frame generation for ‘any’ DirectX 11 or DirectX 12 games, marking a shift from the previous preview status of […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

Health workers to mount ‘Black Hearts Day’ protest

Health care workers will hold a nationwide protest on Valentine’s Day, dubbed the “Black Hearts Day Protest,” to demand a salary increase and the release of their overdue benefits and allowances......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 12th, 2024

As King Charles III is treated for cancer, here is the order of succession to the British throne

LONDON — As King Charles III receives treatment for cancer, he remains Britain’s monarch and head of state. This is the order of succession to the throne: Prince William, the eldest son of Charles and the late Princess Diana. He is known as Prince of Wales and is married to Kate, Princess of Wales. Their.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 6th, 2024

Duterte orders no penalty for school teacher who berated students

Duterte orders no penalty for school teacher who berated students.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024

More Infra Needed as BPO Workers Rises to 1.7 Million Workers by End of 2023

The business process outsourcing in the Philippines employed a total of 1.7 million workers and generated revenues worth at least 35 billion USD at the end of 2023, according to a report. But for the local industry not to get left behind by other countries, stakeholders want continued investment in infrastructure, real estate, reliable internet, […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsFeb 21st, 2024

The colorful and inspiring life of Cebu’s ‘Duster King’

CEBU CITY, Philippines—Cebu’s active running scene is filled with individuals who stand out. One of them is Leonecel Arban, popularly known as the “Duster King.” Arban, a native of Alcoy town, south Cebu, is widely known for his playful running attire and props during running events, which often draws attention. Arban, who currently resides in.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 22nd, 2024