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SEC Warns Against Illegal Online Lending Apps Still Active on App Stores
Securities and Exchange Commission has issued a fresh warning to the public about unauthorized online lending platforms that continue to operate in the Philippines, despite....
Philippines Takes Chair of Abu Dhabi Dialogue for 2026–2027
The Department of Migrant Workers announced that the Philippines has formally assumed the chairmanship of the Abu Dhabi Dialogue for the 2026–2027 term, marking the....
DMW Sets Six-Year Gender Agenda to Boost Protection for OFWs
Department of Migrant Workers has moved forward with a new six-year Gender and Development (GAD) Agenda aimed at strengthening protection and support for overseas Filipino....
Abu Dhabi Expands Barbecue-Ready Parks for Family Weekend Cookouts
Abu Dhabi City Municipality is expanding and reinforcing designated barbecue areas across public parks, giving families and outdoor enthusiasts more safe and well-equipped spaces to....
PCG-Dubai Launches Pasiklab Pinoy 2026 to Spotlight Filipino Excellence
The Philippine Consulate General in Dubai has opened 2026 with the launch of Pasiklab Pinoy 2026, a renewed public diplomacy and community engagement campaign aimed....
OFWs in Hong Kong Take Oath as Licensed Teachers After Passing Board Exam
A milestone moment unfolded at the OFW Global Center in Hong Kong as overseas Filipino workers officially took their oath as licensed teachers after passing....
Presidential Filipinnovation Awards 2026 Open to Filipino Innovators Worldwide
The Presidential Filipinnovation Awards (PFA) 2026 has opened its 2nd application cycle, positioning itself as the Philippines’ highest national recognition for Filipino-led innovation, including solutions....
DOH Launches Drug Price Watch to Help Filipinos Find Cheaper Hypertension Medicines
The Department of Health has rolled out a new digital tool to help Filipinos find cheaper maintenance medicines, especially for chronic conditions like hypertension. Called....
UAE Expands Will Registration Options for Non-Muslim Expatriates
Non-Muslim expatriates in the UAE now have clearer and more flexible options for registering wills, following recent federal and local legal reforms that strengthen estate....
DOH Studying Free Pay Wards for PhilHealth Direct Contributors
On on February 10, Tuesday, Malacañang confirmed that the Department of Health is studying a proposal to extend zero balance billing to pay wards or....
