Slain OFW in Batangas | Here’s what we know so far
Here's what we know so far on the Filipina nurse and her alleged boyfriend, accused of killing of an overseas Filipino worker (OFW) in Lipa City, Batangas province on the day of his arrival. The Calabarzon Police announced their arrest on Tuesday. The victim, Danilo...
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Saudi to gradually replace Riyal notes with coins
Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency (SAMA) announced the gradual replacement of Riyal notes with coins in the country. The agency said that they will be slowly withdrawing Riyal notes until they are no longer in circulation. Authorities at SAMA said the move will be done...
Some private hospitals mull halt of Philhealth services amid unsettled gov’t debt
The Private Hospitals Association of the Philippines Inc. (PHAPI) warned that some of its private hospital members may stop offering PhilHealth services to the public as government debt continues to remain unpaid. PHAPI President Rustico said the government still owes...
LOOK: This is how UAE Rulers spread warmth, positivity during Ramadan season
The spirit of Ramadan is well-felt in the UAE. Since the start of the Holy Month on May 17, acts of kindness and warmth have made headlines. Just recently, news of volunteers giving out Iftar meals on the streets to their Muslim brothers and sisters showed the world...
MH17 downed by Russian military missile—probers
Investigators revealed results of their probe on the missile which shot down the MH17 plane on July 17, 2014, killing all 298 passengers and crew. They disclosed Thursday that the missile traveled from a Russian military brigade. The Joint Investigation Team "has come...
Household worker scalded by employer
ABU DHABI| A mother of three scalded her maid by pouring hot water on her face for failing to take good care of her children. She denied the accusations, but medical reports presented before the court showed that the maid suffered physical abuse. She suffered major...
IKEA to sell products at low price for PH customers
Swedish furniture company IKEA promised to sell its products at a low price to attract more Filipino consumers. IKEA market development manager Georg Platzer said the price of the items that will be sold in their first store in the Philippines will be "so low that as...
PH-Kuwait labor row is now a thing of the past
The labor row between the Philippines and Kuwait is now a thing of the past, Presidential adviser on Overseas Filipino Workers and Muslim Concerns and Special Envoy to Kuwait Abdullah Mama-o said. “The two countries actually had forgotten everything. What happened in...
PH drops 9 places in world competitiveness report
The Philippines dropped nine places in the 2018 World Competitiveness Yearbook (WCY) ranking published by the International Institute of Management Development (IMD). The Philippines ranked 50th in the list this year, a drop from last year’s rank of 41. This was...
UAE first in Gulf region, seventh globally in IMD competitiveness ranking
The UAE has been deemed the most competitive economy in the Gulf region and seventh globally according to the 2018 World Competitiveness Yearbook, published by the International Institute of Management Development (IMD). The report showed that the UAE climbed 21 spots...
Sotto ready to be replaced anytime as Senate President
Newly-elected Senate President Vicente “Tito” Sotto III said he is ready to leave his post as head of Upper Chamber if majority of the senators want him ousted. Less than a week into his position as Senate President, Sotto said he trusts the decision of the members of...
SWS survey shows fewer Filipinos expect better life in next 12 months
A Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey released on Wednesday, May 23, revealed that fewer Filipinos expect quality of life to improve in the next 12 months. Results of the survey showed that only 46% of Filipinos, deemed as the optimists, expect their lives to...
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This country overtakes Singapore in world’s most powerful passports list
Japan has overtaken Singapore in the latest Henley Passport Index released on Wednesday, May 23, with visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to a record 189 destinations. It's due in part to Uzbekistan that lifted visa requirements for Japanese nationals in early...
Most car accidents during Ramadan happen in the late-morning rush hours – study
“Motorists must realize, that even if they arrive late for a Ramadan event, people will understand. Good time management is crucial and motorists are urged to leave early enough and allow for a time buffer to reach their destination on time. We need to display a...
TESDA mounts OFW desks in int’l airports
In a bid to better inform overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) of the free technical vocational (tech-voc) courses they can get free, the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) has set up desks at the country's international airports, including the...
Du30’s projects pushing land values up
This high demand will keep pushing up property values. This is why now is the right time to invest in the Philippines so OFWs can enjoy the huge potential returns of property investment. DUBAI: With the Duterte administration’s “Golden Age of Infrastructure” well...
Filipino ‘VIP waiter’ remembers the late Sheikh Zayed
‘I was instructed to go inside the rest house and was totally surprised to see the late president, His Highness Sheikh Zayed, alone and having an afternoon snack. I came to know that I was there just to serve him.’ (Ed. Note: The Filipino Times will be publishing a...
MGA BAGONG JOLLIBEE MAGBUBUKAS!
Jollibee sa Al Ain, Al Wahda Mall sa Abu Dhabi at City Center Deira coming soon, ayon kay Ellen M. Leyco, quality manager ng Jollibee. Samantala, kinalooban ng certification ng Prime Certification and Inspection ang Jollibee BurJuman kahapon bilang patunay na pasado...
Passion for fashion: An OFW stylist’s journey to success
Making it big overseas is a feat. Not everyone has the guts and the right attitude to hurdle all the challenges that come with success. But with the right attitude and perspective, it is always possible. One Filipino is now living his dream: being a fashion stylist in...
3-day mega sale awaits shoppers in Dubai this weekend
A three-day mega sale awaits residents this weekend in Dubai. The Super Sale Weekend, happening this weekend, May 10-12, will feature 300 brands across more than 1,000 outlets, all coming together to offer discounts ranging from 25% to 90% on beauty, fashion, and...
Fair to partly cloudy weather in UAE today
Weather in the UAE today, May 6, is anticipated to be fair to partly cloudy and hazy at times, the National Center of Meteorology said. In a Twitter post, the weather bureau said temperature in the country is also seen to slightly increase. Moderate winds are expected...
Al Futtaim Watches and Jewellery holds 3-day seasonal clearance sale
Al Futtaim Watches and Jewellery will have a sale on April 26 to 28 – seasonal clearance on selected items – at The Watch House Bawadi Mall, Al Ain branch. There will be mega offers of up to 50% off on selected items. Al Futtaim Watches and Jewellery has in its stock,...
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BEAUTIFULLY COMPLEMENTING THE PANDORA FLOATING LOCKET COLLECTION, PANDORA LAUNCHES A NEW CUSTOMISABLE DANGLE AND PANDORA ROSE FLOATING LOCKET JUST IN TIME FOR THE NEW SEASON. The meticulously crafted PANDORA Floating Locket designs – a dangle and pendant in PANDORA...
Gerry’s Grill: An OFW’s haven for grilled Filipino food
In the Philippines, when an occasion calls for a celebration – one of the go-to places is Gerry’s Grill, which has long been known to be a place where Pinoys hang out to enjoy memorable moments. And now, OFWs in the UAE as well as people of other nationalities can now...
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Royal wedding souvenirs now sold online for P145,000
It is a tradition for couples to give away souvenirs or commemorative gifts to their wedding guests, and Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were no different. The couple invited 1,200 guests to witness their wedding live outside St. George Chapel in Windsor Castle. They...
Hello Kitty fans will instantly fall in love with this bullet train
If you adore the famous Sanrio character Hello Kitty, then this train is something that you need to check out because it will be the answer to all of your childhood dreams. However, you would have to fly to Japan to experience it. The new bullet train, called Hello...
READ: Get to know the Justices who voted for Sereno’s ouster
The Supreme Court (SC), the highest court in the Philippines, recently made waves with its decision to oust Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno, a move considered to be unprecedented and historic. The SC en banc voted 8-6 in favor of the quo warranto petition that...
READ: A rundown of events after Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s royal wedding
It has been four days since the talked-about royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle which took place at St. George Chapel in Windsor Palace. While many are still trying to break down Meghan Markle’s wedding look or compute the estimated cost of the wedding,...
LOOK: The price of this pair of ‘jeans’ will shock you
There is no denying that denim with cut-outs is one of the hottest trends in streetwear fashion, and there is no questioning why. It is comfortable, simple, and you can mix and match it with other pieces of clothing. However, CARMAR Denim, a Los Angeles-based denim...
Filipino stars under 25 who already have their own houses
We have all conjured our dream houses in our minds, with everything planned down to the smallest detail --what materials to be used and maybe even the color of its walls. For many, it is not just about having your own space; putting up your dream house speaks more...
WATCH: UAE Interior Minister posts video of ducks to remind residents of important lesson
Who knew a very important lesson in life can be gleaned from ducks’ behaviors? UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Sheikh Saif Bin Zayed Al Nahyan posted a video of ducks waiting for the red light to turn green before crossing a street. البط نجح في...
LOOK: Stunning young celebrities who joined this year’s Santacruzan
The Santacruzan is an annual celebration in the Philippines which usually takes place during the last day of May. This event is celebrated to honor the search for the True Cross by Helena of Constantinople and Constantine the Great. During this time of year, young...
Is relationship of Barbie Imperial, Paul Salas on the rocks because of JM De Guzman?
Actor JM de Guzman clarified that he and his leading lady Barbie Imperial are simply friends. The actor cleared his name following rumors that Imperial and her “special someone” Paul Salas are having problems because of him. “Ang alam ko nagka-problema lang, pero ayos...
Solenn Heussaff to netizen: I’m Filipino by blood and by heart
Model and actress Solenn Heussaff was quick to respond to a netizen who questioned accused her of not being a true Filipino. Twitter user Pepe Alas first shared Heussaff's statement from an interview where she said that she is still a Filipino despite having a mix of...
Where is PBB’s Kit Thompson now?
Kit Thompson was only 15 years old when he dared to enter the world of showbusiness by joining the fourth installment of Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition. Despite his relatively short stint in the house, only staying there for 49 days, Thompson made a lasting impact...
Cristine Reyes walks out when asked about husband Ali Khatibi
Filipino actress Cristine Reyes avoided an interview and walked away from reporters after she was asked about the state of her relationship with husband Ali Khatibi. Reyes made her first public appearance after the rumors of her separation erupted during the 49th...
LOOK: Matteo Guidicelli’s funny response to netizen’s indecent proposal
Being a celebrity and a public figure comes with a price. One of which is having to deal with messages from fans which can sometimes come across as inappropriate. Filipino actor and triathlete Matteo Guidicelli is one of the latest victims of indecent proposals from...
LOOK: Sharon Cuneta announces new movie project
Megastar Sharon Cuneta took to Instagram to happily announce that she is set to work with Star Cinema for another movie. A grateful Cuneta wrote on her Instagram, "In Star Cinema now, being presented my brand new movie! Yippee! So very happy! Thank You, Jesus!" In...
FIFA World Cup match schedules in UAE
Football fans in the UAE are now on their toes in anticipation of the upcoming FIFA World Cup which will be held in Russia from June to July. While some have already booked their flights to Russia to attend the sports event, others have decided to stay in the UAE and...
Here’s where you can watch FIFA World Cup games in UAE
The 21st installment of the FIFA World Cup, one of the biggest and most anticipated events in sports, is set to begin next month and as early as now, fans are clamoring over it. Thousands of fans are anxious to see the sports action between 32 competing football teams...
Efren “The Magician” Bata Reyes plays an exhibition match in Abu Dhabi
Photo: Efren “The Magician” Bata Reyes impresses the crowd as he’s still on the top of his game. Photo by Flariden dela Torre of Great Image Middle East ABU DHABI: Efren “The Magician” Bata Reyes, one of the Philippines’ best players in billiards, was recently in Abu...
Young Filipina skater bags gold at Skate Emirates 2018
Photo: Character Dramatic Spotlight as Ballerina “FS2 Gold Medal” Skate Emirates 2018. Dress by Filipino fashion designer Carla Fuentes. ABI DHABI: Eight-year-old Filipina Megan Orcilla made her country proud by bringing home two medals at the Skate Emirates 2018 held...
Daughter of OFW in UAE breaks own record, bags gold medal in Palarong Pambansa
The daughter of an overseas Filipina worker (OFW) in UAE won first place in the secondary girls 100-meter hurdles finals during the Palarong Bansa athletics meet at the Quirino Stadium oval. Eliza Cuyom not only won a gold medal during the event. She also broke the...
ASG barely makes it vs Destroyers, 71-69
In what was a nail-biter of a game at the season 2 of Ligang Labas Jazzville League, the Destroyers got the upper hand during the opening minutes of the first quarter, leading by 10 points by employing air-tight defense and entrapment that made it awfully hard for...
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ASG Uragon wagi laban sa Destroyers by two points sa isang sagupaan kamakailan sa season 2 ng Ligang Labas Jazzville. Matibay sana depensa ng Destroyers sa unang bugso ng first quarter pero nakalusot at di na nagpatumpik-tumpik pa ang mga Uragons hanggang sa fourth...
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