Filipinos still satisfied with anti-drug campaign
President Rodrigo Duterte’s anti-drug campaign is still satisfactory, according to the June survey of Social Weather Stations. The nationwide survey found 78 percent of Filipinos satisfied, while 13 percent is dissatisfied. The SWS net satisfaction rating for the 65...
read more
Last week of overseas voter registration in UAE for 2019 elections
Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in the UAE have one week remaining to register as overseas voters for the 2019 midterm elections in the Philippines. Overseas voter registration will end on Sunday, September 30. The 2019 midterm elections will begin in the UAE on...
Death will be ‘optional’ in 27 years, experts claim
It may be hard to believe but two genetic engineers have claimed that the once inevitable death could simply be an option and this option would be available sooner than we think. In the book The Death of Death released recently, authors and genetic engineers José Luis...
Mobile transfer still cheapest way of remittance- World Bank
Cash transfer via mobile operators is still the cheapest way to send money back home, according to World Bank’s latest Remittance Prices Worldwide (RPW) report. ACTS-OFW Representative Aniceto Bertiz III said that the global average of mobile cash transfers slipped at...
Jeepneys to be phased out in 2020
The Department of Transportation has warned Public Utility Jeepney (PUJ) drivers that traditional jeepneys will be completely phased out by 2020. According to Transportation Assistant Secretary Mark de Leon, old jeepneys will be sold for P20,000- P30,000 to accredited...
Firm mulls new monorail system in PH
Infracorp Development Inc. under the Andrew Tan’s Alliance Global Group Inc. (AGI) has announced its plans to construct a new monorail system in Metro Manila which will connect two places in Quezon City. The new monorail system will connect Eastwood City in Libis and...
OFW falls from 4th floor of building while escaping employer due to homesickness
An overseas Filipina worker (OFW) fell from the fourth floor of a building in Saudi Arabia while escaping her employer due to homesickness. OFW Edith, not her real name, tried to escape her employer’s flat using a rope in May 2018. The OFW, however, fell while trying...
Dubai highlights on Saudi Arabia’s National Day
In celebration of the 88th National Day of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Dubai lit up the world’s tallest building in the colors of Saudi Arabia’s flag. Burj Khalifa posted on their social media their greetings to Saudi nationals along with a video of the lighting...
New Metro trains to arrive in Dubai soon
Commuters who take the Dubai Metro will be able to experience riding new trains which will bear new designs and features. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced on Saturday that the first of the new Dubai Metro trains would arrive in Dubai in November 2018....
DFA warns OFWs vs sex traffickers offering jobs on social media
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) warned aspiring overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) against sex traffickers posing as job recruiters on social media. DFA issued the warning after the Philippine Embassy in Kuala Lumpur repatriated 27 Filipinas on Wednesday,...
WATCH: First Filipina president of Utah Valley University tells life story in 6 languages
Dr. Astrid Tuminez, the first Filipino-American president of Utah Valley University, has welcomed students to the university by fluently speaking in six different languages. In a video uploaded on the Facebook page of Utah Valley University, she introduced herself as...
Woman undergoes operation after accidentally swallowing her own denture
A 38-year old woman had to undergo a delicate operation at the Ibrahim Bin Hamad Obaidullah Hospital in Ras Al Khaimah had after she accidentally swallowed her own denture. The doctors in the hospital’s endoscopy section removed the denture which had settled in the...
- Printing Machine Operator
Sep 23, 2018 - Sales Agent
Sep 23, 2018 - Direct Sales Executive
Sep 23, 2018 - Office Secretary
Sep 23, 2018
THROUGH THE LENS. Photo compilations by OFWs across the UAE.
PRINCESS by Rolita Manila
THROUGH THE LENS. Photo compilations by OFWs across the UAE.
PSYCHEDELIC BRIDGE by Justin Sagon
LOOK: Mohamed bin Zayed sits in class on first day of school
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, sat in a Math and English class to celebrate the first day of school in the UAE. H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed visited government-run...
THROUGH THE LENS. Photo compilations from OFWs across the UAE.
DUSK IN THE CITY by John Albert Panza
THROUGH THE LENS. Glimpses of Dubai and beyond
SURREAL SKYLINE by Dett David
3 Filipino singing sensations to perform at Pinoy Hype Dubai music festival
If there’s one thing that Filipinos really love aside from eating, it’s singing songs – whether alone in private at home or at public karaoke places. This September 28, Filipinos in Dubai will enjoy listening to 3 of the Philippines’ most popular singing sensations to...
Visa-free travel to Europe for only Dh999!
Ever dreamed of exploring Europe but visas were a struggle for you? As we bid goodbye to the summers in Dubai, it’s time for us to plan a quick getaway. Break the myth of expensive holidays in Europe and get your exclusive holiday encounter. We’ve done a quick...
If you are missing your family, we might have a solution
Many people back home don't realize this, but it's hard being an OFW. It's not the long hours and gruelling routines, what many Filipinos really miss is not having the people they love around. With ‘Buwan ng WIka’ coming to an end, and the social buzz finally settling...
Beef King cooks up satisfying Chinese food cravings
Filipino food stems from many origins and influences, one of which is Chinese with the now Filipino versions of the dishes such as Pancit, Lumpia, Mami, Siomai, and many more – all of which have evolved through time and were given a more authentic Filipino flavor. So...
Pinoy fashionistas glam up at The Filipino Times Awards 2018
The Filipino Times Awards hosted many prominent individuals during the awards ceremony held at the JW Marriott Marquis in Dubai last September 7, with each wearing beautiful gowns created by UAE-based Filipino designers. Michael Cinco Michael Cinco was the 2015 TFT...
Hot Palayok infuses more Pan Asian offerings with Ramen and Dimsum Station
DUBAI: As more and more eat-all-you-can restaurants are introduced in the UAE, Hot Palayok is one which continues to provide new and innovative offerings for their buffet to keep their customers happy and satisfied. Their latest offer introduces a Far East favorite -...
5-day mega sale in Dubai starts today
Another mega sale in Dubai starts today, September 4, offering shoppers discounts of up to 75 percent on various top brand items. The end of season sale is held at the Sheikh Rashid Hall inside the Dubai World Trade Centre and will be open to shoppers until September...
We listed over 1,000,000 jobs from United Arab Emirates monthly.
Accomodation option available in the market.
Pregnancy 101 for OFWs: Everything you need to know when expecting a baby
For every minute, 380 women around the world becomes pregnant, 190 of these do not wish or plan the pregnancy, 110 experience a pregnancy related condition, 40 women have an unsafe abortion, and 1 woman dies from a pregnancy (every minute) Are you pregnant? If so, do...
Pinoy-speak 101! Guess what the top 10 popular Filipino expressions in the UAE are
DUBAI: They say you can tell the difference between a Filipino who lives in Dubai and one who stays in Abu Dhabi by his or her favorite expression. A case of “sakto lang,” (Just fine) and “hindi siguro,” (I don’t think so). Ask a Pinoy in Abu Dhabi about how life has...
WATCH: Child’s request to OFW mother: “Mama, wag ka na umalis”
Many children in the Philippines left behind by overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) always long for their parent’s return. That is why when OFWs return home, a question that always bugs their children is if their parents will be home for good. OFW Mila has been working...
Young Filipino fashionistas to watch out for in the UAE
Kids of OFWs based here in the UAE aren’t only technologically adept, they are now in-the-know with the latest fashion trends. Despite their young age, they are already showing how fashionable they are on what they wear, with the guidance of their parents. Here are a...
3 pasalubong items that are cheaper when bought at airports
Overseas Filipino workers in the UAE always look forward to going home in the Philippines. And what comes with their homecoming is the fact that many of their family and friends back home are expecting a little something from the UAE. However, when the budget’s a bit...
What’s in the new iPhone Xs and iPhone Xs Max: everything you need to know
Starting on September 21, iPhone Xs and iPhone Xs Max, considered as the most advanced iPhones ever, will hit Mac stores in the UAE. These are Apple’s best display devices to date with the sharpest and highest pixel density through the Super Retina feature....
Breaking barriers: Filipina educator empowers women to find courage and succeed
Success is often associated with the prosperity in life or one’s social influence, but for Dr. Maria Africa Beebe Ph.D., chairman of the Board of Directors of Filipina Women’s Network (FWN) based in the United States, it can be made possible by setting the goals...
Sarah Geronimo wears AMATO Couture during Dubai concert
Philippine Popstar Royalty Sarah Geronimo donned the creations of Dubai-based fashion designer Furne One during the Dubai leg of her "This 15 Me" concert on September 20 at Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium. AMATO was the only Dubai-based Filipino designer to dress...
Jake Zyrus calls mother Raquel Pempengco “evil”, “abusive” in his book
Singer Jake Zyrus made some shocking revelations on his book "I Am Jake" about the abuse he has experienced from his mother Raquel Pempengco. In the second chapter titled "Mommy Dearest", Zyrus started off by saying that he "doesn't know his mother", and elaborated on...
Miss World 2013 is coming to Dubai and Abu Dhabi
Miss World 2013 Megan Young is coming to the Middle East next week for the launching of the Philippine clothing brand Bench in the region. Young announced her visit to the Middle East through her Instagram account. View this post on Instagram Hello sa mga kabayan...
WATCH: Filipina singer wows “X Factor Romania” judges with Jessie J hit
A Filipina singer has once again dominated an international stage with her incredible vocal skills. 29-year-old singer Bella Santiago brought the house down with her dynamic rendition of Jessie J's hit song "Bang Bang". Because of her performance, the judges even...
3 Filipino singing sensations to perform at Pinoy Hype Dubai music festival
If there’s one thing that Filipinos really love aside from eating, it’s singing songs – whether alone in private at home or at public karaoke places. This September 28, Filipinos in Dubai will enjoy listening to 3 of the Philippines’ most popular singing sensations to...
Daniel Matsunaga speaks up about his invalidated honorary doctorate degree
Brazilian-Japanese model-actor Daniel Matsunaga finally broke his silence about the Honorary Doctorate Degree in Humanity Major in Social Work (Honoris Causa) he received from the Brethren Evangelical School of Theology (BEST) which the Commission on Higher Education...
Police arrests OFW Kathy Dupaya for grave oral defamation case filed by Joel Cruz
Taguig City Police have arrested Brunei-based businesswoman Kathelyn "Kathy" Dupaya on September 20 following the grave oral defamation case filed by "Lord of Scents" Joel Cruz against her. Dupaya is currently detained at the Taguig City Police Station headquarters...
Filipino fighter Jon Chris Corton bags debut win in Brave 16
The Philippine flag is raised high once again in the international sports stage as Filipino mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter Jon Chris Corton of Philippines’ Team Lakay was hailed as the victor in a unanimous decision at the recently held Brave 16 Combat Federation in...
Floyd Mayweather says he’s “coming back to fight Manny Pacquiao”
The undefeated American boxer Floyd Mayweather took to Instagram to announce that he will be returning to the boxing scene with a rematch fight against Manny Pacquiao. Mayweather posted a video on his Instagram account wherein he and Pacquiao playfully taunt each...
PH Asian Games gold medalist receive P8 million
Filipino gold medalists in the recently concluded Asian Games in Indonesia did not only return home with a gold medal, they also returned with a cash prize of Php8 million. The news came after President Rodrigo Duterte ordered the government to give an additional Php1...
PH representative wins 2 medals in World Nomad Games
(Photo courtesy of Rhon Palmera) The Philippines is adding another athlete to its hall of champions after Rhon Palmera bagged two medals from the World Nomad Games. Palmera first made waves after being the lone representative to the Thirld World Nomad Games held in...
First Filipino table tennis Olympian dies at 23
(Photo from DLSU Sports’ Facebook page) The first Filipino to represent the country in the Olympics table tennis passed away on September 1, after fighting a battle with leukemia. Ian Lariba represented the country at the 2016 Olympics in Rio. She was a part of the De...
PH finishes 19th in Asian Games
The Philippines settled for 19th place after bagging a total of 21 medals during the two-week-long Asian Games 2018 held in Jakarta, Indonesia. Among the 21 medals, four are gold, two are silver while the remaining 15 are bronze medals. Weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz...
WATCH: 19-year-old Filipina skater snatches 4th gold for PH in Asian Games
The Philippines on Wednesday, August 29, raked its fourth gold medal in the Asian Games, thanks to 19-year-old skateboarder Margielyn Didal. Didal won the women's skateboarding street event at the JSC Skateboard Stadium in Palembang, Indonesia after scoring a total of...
Latest NewsSubscribe to our free weekly newsletter and never miss a thing. No spam. Only hand-picked trending news.
THE FILIPINO TIMES is the biggest and most trusted Filipino newspaper in the UAE.
It has a print run of 60,000 copies and 250,000 readership per week; bolstered by 1 million visitors to its website every month. It also has an e-newsletter sent to its 250,000 subscribers every day.
The Filipino Times is FREE and has the widest targeted circulation across the 7 emirates of the UAE.
With more than 2,500 strategic distribution spots, TFT is available where the Filipinos are - at Smart Bus Shelters, Metro Stations, restaurants, supermarkets, schools, airport lounges, Emirates and Etihad Philippine-bound flights, churches, Filipino community events and many more.
THE FILIPINO TIMES. We are where the Filipinos are.
FOLLOW US
SIGN UP FOR NEWSLETTER
THE FILIPINO TIMES is the biggest and most trusted Filipino newspaper in the UAE.
It has a print run of 60,000 copies and 250,000 readership per week; bolstered by 1 million visitors to its website every month. It also has an e-newsletter sent to its 250,000 subscribers every day.
The Filipino Times is FREE and has the widest targeted circulation across the 7 emirates of the UAE.
With more than 2,500 strategic distribution spots, TFT is available where the Filipinos are - at Smart Bus Shelters, Metro Stations, restaurants, supermarkets, schools, airport lounges, Emirates and Etihad Philippine-bound flights, churches, Filipino community events and many more.
THE FILIPINO TIMES. We are where the Filipinos are.
SECTION
FOLLOW US
SIGN UP FOR NEWSLETTER
© 2017 The Filipino Times. All rights reserved
