When Maria Paz Banaag-Marquez first arrived in Dubai, her days were spent scrubbing floors and doing domestic work. Like many overseas Filipino workers, she came driven by necessity and love for her family back home. …
The Filipino community in the UAE is gearing up for a busy and meaningful 2026, as the Filipino Social Club (FILSOC) finalizes a packed calendar of community-led events aimed at bringing kabayans closer together. During …
PHILIPPINES: The local government of Bongao has mobilized relief and coordination efforts to assist around 1,000 families displaced by a massive fire that hit a coastal barangay late Tuesday night, February 3, 2026, the PNA …
The Department of Migrant Workers has outlined its priorities and planned deliverables for the Philippines’ ASEAN Chairship in 2026, placing migrant worker protection and rights at the center of the regional agenda. In an advisory …
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In Satwa—one of Dubai’s busiest, most culturally mixed neighborhoods—it’s normal to hear Tagalog everywhere: sari-sari–style shops, late-night food spots, shared flats. But every now and then, someone stops and turns around because the Tagalog they …
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has issued a public warning about fraudulent emails impersonating the ministry, cautioning residents and workers in the UAE to stay alert against messages designed to steal personal and …
The Central Bank of the UAE has begun testing the Middle East’s first facial and palm biometric payment system, allowing users to approve payments without using bank cards or mobile phones. The pilot, announced on …
The UAE State Security Department has launched a new public reporting service that allows citizens and residents to confidentially report security-related concerns, reinforcing the message that national safety is a shared responsibility. The initiative was …
More Filipinos are now looking beyond short-term travel or work visas when expanding overseas. One option gaining attention is the Dubai Golden Visa, a long-term residency program offered by the United Arab Emirates. New services …
The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration is encouraging overseas Filipino workers to avail of the OWWA e-card, highlighting its value as a valid government ID and a gateway to discounts and faster transactions, the Philippine News …