PHILIPPINES: The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has announced delays in Philippine passport processing, affecting applicants nationwide. The agency said the issue is linked to global disruptions caused by the ongoing Middle East crisis. What …
PHILIPPINES: The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) clarified that no deployment ban is in place for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in the Middle East, despite rising tensions in some countries. This comes after reports spread …
PHILIPPINES: The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) is now looking at chartered flights to bring home Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) faster from the Middle East. The move comes as commercial flights remain limited and slow, especially …
MIDDLE EAST: More than 23,000 Filipino students and teachers in the region have shifted to online learning as tensions rise, with the Department of Education (DepEd) stepping in to ensure safety and continuous education. What …
PHILIPPINES: Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) Secretary Hans Cacdac has denied claims that it is spending up to ₱190,000 per Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) for repatriation flights, calling the figures “misleading and inaccurate”. Cacdac sent a …
Dragon Oil, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC), has successfully located a new oil reservoir. Working in close collaboration with the Gulf of Suez Petroleum Company (GUPCO) and the Egyptian General Petroleum …
MIDDLE EAST: The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has warned Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) about scammers pretending to be embassy staff. These individuals offer “priority” or “assured” repatriation flights—but ask for large fees. The government …
ISRAEL: A Filipina was killed in a missile attack in Haifa, Israel on the evening of April 5, according to the Department of Foreign Affairs. She died inside a residence along with her Israeli husband …
PHILIPPINES: The Philippine government is rolling out a full reintegration support package for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) affected by the Middle East conflict. Led by the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW), the effort brings together …
The Concept Big Brands Carnival organizers are back at Coca-Cola Arena Dubai for another exclusive shopping sale event! Great news because this event has been extended! From April 8-12, 2026, the famous multipurpose indoor arena …