In the Middle East, Qatar has become one of the favorite destinations of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). If you have been hired for a job in Qatar, there are several things you should keep in mind if you want to make the most of your stay and adjust quicker to your new home. Religion and […]
Japan May Ease Strict Hiring Rules For Pinoy Health Care Workers
Good news for Filipino health care workers. According to a report by Inquirer, Japanese authorities are “looking into the possibility of relaxing its restrictive hiring rules for Filipino health care workers who would attend to its greying population.” Japanese Foreign Ministry Deputy Press Secretary Masato Ohtaka recently confirmed this, indicating that Japan is hoping to […]
One-Stop Shop Service Center For OFWs Officially Opens
As repeatedly promised by President Rodrigo Duterte during the campaign period, he intends to keep overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) among his administration’s main priorities. He said he will simplify the application process for those wanting to work abroad and he specifically wants to establish a one-stop service center to cater for their needs. Well, that […]
Japan To Fund $2.4B For Philippines Railway Project In Manila
Japan recently made an announcement that they will be funding a $2.4 billion new railway project to help ease the massive traffic in Manila. Representatives of the country said that the elevated commuter line would run for 38 kilometers and it is aimed at connecting Manila to the province of Bulacan. In an interview with […]
TESDA To Provide Drug Addicts And Dealers With Skills Training
In response to Pres. Rodrigo Duterte’s quest to combat drugs in the country, the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) has announced that they will be opening the doors of their training centers across the nation to help out drug users and dealers by providing them with skills training. Guiling Mamondiong, the new Director […]
Eliminate Your Stretch Marks By Using Vicks VapoRub
We all grew up with our moms rubbing Vicks VapoRub whenever we have bad colds, or cough. Some of us may be surprised, however, that the popular ointment has more uses than that. In this video we have shared below, you will learn that Vicks VapoRub can actually be used for removing stretch marks. Sounds […]
Saudi King And KSA Government Promises Assistance, New Jobs for Stranded OFWs
Displaced overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) now have the option of staying in the country after the government assured them that they can expect help in terms of seeking employment opportunities. According to the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud himself has […]
Franchising Guide: How To Get Started A Mang Inasal Franchise?
With the innate love of Pinoys for chicken and rice, it is no surprising that Mang Inasal, as a fast food restaurant chain, has become a big hit across the country. The business traces its roots in Iloilo City where the first branch was established by then-26-year-old Edgar J. Sia II back in December 2003. […]
Good News: 77,000 Work Visas Available In Qatar for OFWs
Here’s some wonderful news for those seeking to be employed overseas – particularly in Qatar. According to a blog report by the Qatar News website, the Philippine Embassy Doha has made an official statement that 77,000 work visas are available for Filipino workers in Qatar. This is for high-skilled, technical jobs. This announcement was made […]
Filipino Domestic Workers File Complaint Against Illegal Recruiter Who Collected $5,000 to $20,000 From Them
About 35 Filipino domestic workers in Hong Kong have sought the help of the Small Claims Tribunal as they present a complaint against Ester Ylagan, a recruiter who promised them jobs in Britain and Canada. The complainants said Ylagan required them to pay an amount of $5,000 to $20,000. They are hoping that they could […]