UAE: A court in Ras Al Khaimah has cancelled a one-year jail sentence against a 49-year-old man and replaced it with a Dh10,000 fine, after reviewing new evidence and medical records. The Ras Al Khaimah Court …
PHILIPPINES: The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has extended support to over 2,500 overseas Filipino workers affected by the ongoing Middle East conflict, providing both financial aid and emotional support. Most of those assisted …
PHILIPPINES: The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) is encouraging undocumented Filipinos in the Middle East to return home, with assurance that there will be no penalties. The move comes as the government continues large-scale repatriation efforts …
UAE: The country ranked first globally in 10 healthcare indicators for 2025, showing strong performance in patient care, disease prevention, and public health systems that benefit both residents and expats. Why did the UAE rank …
PHILIPPINES: Fuel prices will drop sharply starting April 14, with diesel down by over ₱20 per liter, gasoline by ₱4.43, and kerosene by ₱8.50, giving much-needed relief to drivers and Filipino families. How much will …
ABU DHABI: The UAE has set a new Guinness World Record after 64 nationalities came together to carry a giant UAE flag banner during a unity event in Hudayriyat Island, highlighting the country’s strong multicultural …
PHILIPPINES: The government will expand online orientation services for Filipinos planning to work abroad. The Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) announced that starting April 13, 2026, more slots and sessions will be added to its online …
PHILIPPINES: Returning overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) are now getting more support as the government expands programs to help them rebuild their careers at home. From education to livelihood aid, agencies are working together to make …
PHILIPPINES: The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has signed its first legal partnership with Siguion Reyna Montecillo & Ongsiako Law Offices to expand legal aid for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), especially during disputes and crisis …
ABU DHABI: Schools in Abu Dhabi are now required to check on students’ wellbeing regularly as distance learning continues, under new rules from the Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK). The updated framework puts strong …