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Some OFWs stranded while one Filipino was arrested as Hong Kong protests rage on

August 8, 2019 Leilani Ibay 0

Some of the overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in Hong Kong were stranded while they were out enjoying their day-off.  This was due to the ongoing protests that show no signs of stopping. The OFWs are […]

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OFW in the US scammed by online Filipina girlfriend

August 4, 2019 Leilani Ibay 0

Despite the many cases of money laundering, scamming, and other forms of online fraud that involves money, many people still fall in this trap. If you ask them why and how, they will reply they […]

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OFW in Saudi burned with flat iron and raped by male employer

August 4, 2019 Leilani Ibay 1

A Filipina domestic helper in Saudi under a pseudonym “Hilda” is crying for help because her male employer allegedly abused her physically and also raped her. GMA News had an interview with Hilda and she […]

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Pinay suffering from depression over unpaid debts plunges to death

August 3, 2019 Leilani Ibay 0

Many overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) go abroad to work to be able to pay their debts.  This is one of the major reasons why they want to work far from their families aside from their […]

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Murdered body of Pinay found inside freezer

August 3, 2019 Leilani Ibay 0

In today’s digital world, meeting people from different countries, races, and cultural backgrounds has become so easy.  The internet makes this possible through the social media like Facebook, Instagram, Google, Badoo, and many dating sites. […]

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Remains of 2 Filipinas murdered in Cyprus arrived in the Philippines

July 31, 2019 Leilani Ibay 0

After three months since Cypriot self-confessed serial killer Nikos Metaxas admitted his crime of killing foreign women including Filipinas, the remains of two Filipinas, Marry Rose Infante and Maricar Arquiola, he abducted and killed in […]

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OFW remittances rose to $13.7 billion, 4.1% higher than last year

July 24, 2019 Leilani Ibay 0

About 10% of the Philippines’ population live and work abroad who are popularly know as overseas Filipino workers (OFWs).  They represent 10% of the nation’s economy.  How is this so? Simply because they are sending […]

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Monitoring Duterte’s promises to OFWs

July 23, 2019 Leilani Ibay 0

President Rodrigo Duterte is now half way his 6-year term of office.  Let us look into the promises he has made to overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and how he is  keeping up with those promises. […]

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OFW in Dubai dies of aneurysm

July 22, 2019 Leilani Ibay 0

A Filipina household service worker in Dubai died on Sunday, July 14, 3 days after she was rushed to a Sharjah hospital. The Filipina was  identified as Merely de Chavez Mora, 38 years old from […]

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Filipina in Saudi accused of falsification of documents and was terminated from work

July 19, 2019 Leilani Ibay 0

A Filipina in Saudi Arabia was terminated from work after it was discovered that she allegedly submitted fake documents of her school credentials to the Ministry of Health in Saudi. The Filipina overseas worker was […]

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17 OFWs from Haiti repatriate to the Philippines as civil unrest continues

July 15, 2019 Leilani Ibay 0

The civil unrest and rioting in Haiti continues despite the price roll back ordered by Prime Minister Jack Guy Lafontant. Protesters blocked streets in Port-au-Prince , staged gun firing and burning vehicles that were crossing […]

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More than 3,000 job opportunities for returning OFWs await them

July 15, 2019 Leilani Ibay 0

This is good news to returning overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and new applicants for employment abroad.  More than 3,000 jobs in the Philippines and abroad were offered for all qualified applicants on the day of  […]

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Duterte pushes for the creation of Department for OFWs and warns abusive recruitment agencies to hunt them down

July 14, 2019 Leilani Ibay 0

In response to the issues of illegal recruiters and negligence of some recruitment agencies for workers abroad, President Rodrigo Duterte has ordered that all recruitment of Filipinos for employment abroad be managed and supervised by […]

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Filipinos in Canada and the US got arrested for sexual assaults

July 9, 2019 Leilani Ibay 0

Medical News Today wrote that sexual addiction is a condition in which an individual cannot manage their sexual behavior. Persistent sexual thoughts affect their ability to work, maintain relationships, and fulfill their daily activities. Other […]

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Kuwaiti police officer who kidnapped and raped a Filipina domestic helper got arrested

June 24, 2019 Leilani Ibay 0

A Filipina domestic helper who has just arrived in Kuwait was reported by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) to have been allegedly kidnapped and raped by the Kuwaiti police officer who assisted her for […]

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A loving and hard working father left by OFW wife for another man

June 24, 2019 Leilani Ibay 0

MABUHAY (Long Live) to all the worthy fathers out there whose top priority is their family and the welfare of their children! Happy Father’s Day! The episode of Wowowin aired on June 14 is a […]

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800 OFWs in UAE who are victims of illegal recruiters and abusive employers cry for help to be repatriated

June 24, 2019 Leilani Ibay 0

About 800 Filipinos in United Arab Emirates are seeking help from the Philippine government to be able to return to the Philippines after having allegedly been victimized by illegal recruiters, escaped from their abusive employers, […]

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Corpse found in a lake in Cyprus believed to be Cypriot serial killer’s 6th victim

June 10, 2019 Leilani Ibay 0

After almost two months since Cyprus authorities discovered the dead bodies of the Cypriot serial killer’s victims, remains of a body stuffed in a suitcase was discovered on Tuesday, June 4, at the bottom of […]

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OFWs to Benefit From OWWA Rebate Program and One-Time Financial Assistance

Overseas Filipino Workers who have been members of the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration for the past ten years and have not availed of any benefits from the OWWA Fund are now eligible to get rebates. [...]
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February 5, 2019 0

Many OFWs who are working hard abroad away from their families are saving money for their retirement and are considering putting up a business to continue earning while they are back home to their families […]

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How To Start a Food Cart Business in the Philippines: Everything You Need To Know

July 18, 2018 0

If you have been working as an Overseas Filipino Worker for several years, one of your goals probably is to establish your own business. If you want a steady source of income upon your retirement, […]

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Taco Bell Franchise in The Philippines: Everything You Need To Know

July 3, 2018 0

Filipinos love food. From Chinese to Japanese cuisine, American to Italian food, it is not surprising to see a lot of us enjoying all the food available around the world. One of the all-time favorites […]

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OFW Business Opportunity: How To Start A Clothing Line

June 12, 2018 0

Are you dreaming of starting your own business as an Overseas Filipino Worker? Yes, working in other countries can benefit you a lot financially, but it might not last a long time. After years of […]

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Tired of Being Away From Your Family While Working as an OFW? Start a Virtual Assistant Business Instead

April 20, 2018 0

Working abroad for several long years may make you realize one thing: when can I finally come back home and enjoy the fruits of my labor? Working as an Overseas Filipino Worker may take several […]

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