Ever since the blocking of Skype and other Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) apps in the UAE, people have been wondering how to make calls online. Etisalat has offered legal VoIP calling services as an alternative, while …
There are around 10 million Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in the world today. They work in various jobs in Dubai, Hong Kong, Canada, United Kingdom, and many other places. Most — if not all — …
Last Thursday, we witnessed the launching of the Overseas Filipino Bank in Manila. The much-awaited bank was inaugurated by Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, who delivered on his campaign promise to millions of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) …
There are quite a number of do’s and don’ts in the UAE when it comes to dress code, public behaviour, and other matters. If you’re a smoker, beware of throwing cigarette ends on the sidewalks or …
Get ready for a whole day of fun and excitement! The first ever Dubai Laughter Carnival (DLC) will be held on 26th January at the amphitheatre in Zabeel Park. The event will be held in …
As we all know, this year marks the “Year of Zayed,” in honor of the founding father of the UAE, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. As a tribute to his outstanding achievements and …
When it comes to creating the “world’s firsts” — Dubai is certainly up to the challenge. Early last year, the city featured the world’s first 3D-printed skyscraper. A few months after that, the world’s first …
A few months ago, we shared the news that a bank for OFWs, which will specifically cater to Filipinos working abroad — will open this year. Sure enough, the Office of the President in the …
Filipinos in Ajman can rejoice as Jollibee just opened its latest branch in City Centre Ajman. Jollibee already has a number of branches in Dubai and Abu Dhabi and there will also be another Jollibee …
If you have worked in the same job for at least one year, then you are entitled to gratuity pay. The UAE Labour Law states that a worker “having spent one year or more in continuous …