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FINANCE

10 online scams OFWs should know

Overseas Filipino workers endure the challenges of being far from their families to make a living, and there are people out there waiting to trick them into giving their hard-earned money away. To prevent falling into a fraudster’s trap, here are the 10 online scams OFWs should know. In the past, scams usually happened face to face, but now these crimes have found their way into the internet.

11 Dec 2023 Read →
FINANCE

OWWA loan: What it is and how to get it

For overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who plan on coming home one day, it’s important that they secure their financial future in the Philippines. They can do this by saving and practising proper financial management. But they’ll also need a way to grow their wealth. To do this, some OFWs choose to invest with their trusted banks, while other more enterprising Filipinos add to their savings and investments by opening their own businesses.

3 Nov 2023 Read →
FINANCE

What is insurance?

Insurance is a form of financial protection from unexpected life events. Instead of footing the whole bill for repairs, legal fees, medical procedures, or loss, insurance covers a portion of the cost and saves you from taking a chunk out of your savings during emergencies.

20 Oct 2023 Read →
Immigrating to the UK
LIFESTYLE · TRAVEL

Immigrating to the UK: The story of an OFW nurse who worked in the NHS

Immigrating to the UK or any country and leaving our loved ones behind is a difficulty that some might not be willing to challenge. Filipinos leave their homeland for various reasons, but they usually have one thing in common: They want a better life for their loved ones. In this article, we talk with Harry, a Filipino nurse who chose to work in the United Kingdom (UK) to become the breadwinner of his family.

8 Jun 2023 Read →
FINANCE

What is inflation and how does it affect OFWs?

Inflation is when the cost of what you buy goes up over time while the value of your money goes down. For example, while buying groceries, you notice you’ve been spending more money on the same items you bought last year. At the same time, movies, food deliveries, and clothes have become more expensive, so there have been fewer nights out than before.

10 May 2023 Read →
LIFESTYLE

Famous Filipino Movie Stars, Directors and More – Our 5 top picks

As film awards season has rolled around once again, we’ve decided to take a look back at some famous Filipinos who have walked the red carpets of Hollywood, a major player in the international entertainment industry. However, for some people who follow the showbiz scene, awards season is also a reminder of how the industry is still lacking when it comes to representation and diversity.

11 Apr 2023 Read →
COMMUNITY

British Filipinos who have found success in the UK

Approximately 200,000 British Filipinos are working in various fields in England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Scotland. Yet with all these Pinoys in the country, some still feel invisible in the United Kingdom’s population of 67 million. Luckily, times are changing, and more and more British Filipinos have earned acclaim for their hard work and talent. To name a few, here are the top 10 Filipinos who have been shining brightly in the UK.

3 Mar 2023 Read →
COMMUNITY · LIFESTYLE

Top 5 Filipino Canadians

Immigrating to Canada is no walk in the park. Filipinos must contend with moving away from their loved ones, adjusting to a different culture, and dealing with culture shock. So, when we see one of us going against all odds and making headlines, we have every reason to celebrate.

24 Feb 2023 Read →
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