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IN PHOTOS: First batch of OFW grantees of amnesty program in UAE arrives in Manila
The first batch of overseas Filipino workers (OFW) from the UAE who availed of the amnesty program arrived at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 2 on Thursday, August 16. Onboard Philippine Airlines (PAL) flight PR 659, more than 100 amnesty...
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Trending OFW children
OFWs call them their “trophies,” the real fruits of their labor. In this edition, we feature them: The migrant Filipino workers’ children who have gone viral for giving their parents glory amid the pain and hard work. DUBAI: If you regularly ride Dubai’s metro, you...
UAQ gives free plane tickets to expats who want to spend Eid Al Adha with family
The civil defence department of Umm Al Quwain (UAQ) on Tuesday, August 14, announced that it will be giving free plane tickets to expatriate workers in the emirate in celebration of Eid Al Adha. Lieutenant Dr Salem Hamad bin Hamda, director of Umm Al Quwain's civil...
PH Consulate reminds Pinoy amnesty grantees to go through proper channels next time
DUBAI: The Philippine Consulate in Dubai reminded overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who availed of the amnesty program and wish to return to the UAE to follow proper procedures in working here next time to avoid residency or visa dilemma. In a press briefing, Consul...
First batch of amnesty grantees to return to PH on Aug. 15
The first batch of overseas Filipino workers who were granted amnesty by the UAE government is set to return to the Philippines tomorrow, August 15. A total of 98 Filipinos, including six minors, will be returning home via Philippine Airlines flight PR 659 at DXB...
Eid Al Adha holiday for private sector in UAE announced
The UAE government has announced the holiday dates for workers in the private sector on the occasion of Eid Al Adha. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) said that the holiday will begin on Monday, August 20, until Wednesday, August 22. Work...
OFW dies while waiting for unpaid salaries, benefits
An overseas Filipino worker (OFW) died in Saudi Arabia while waiting for his unpaid salary and benefits from his employer. The OFW, identified as Larry Rancap, died in a hospital in Saudi due to lung cancer, his daughter Lennylene Rancap Ongkiatco told GMA News....
Cancer-stricken former OFW dies while in police custody
A former overseas Filipino worker (OFW) died after he was allegedly beaten up by police officers while in their custody in Quiapo, Manila. Former OFW Allan Rafael was allegedly driving along Claro M. Recto Avenue near Quiapo when police officers stopped his vehicle at...
Abu Dhabi Police warn Filipinos of new speed limit starting today
Filipino motorists have to be more cautious of their driving as Abu Dhabi Police implement amended speed limit in the Capital starting today, August 12. On different roads, the police force has reset radars as per the amended speeds, which means motorists will be...
UAE announces one-week holiday to celebrate Eid Al Adha
The UAE Cabinet announced on Saturday, August 11, a one-week holiday for workers in government ministries and departments in celebration of Eid Al Adha. The holiday will begin on August 19, Sunday, and will last until August 23, Thursday. Work resumes on August 26,...
Top 10 Amnesty FAQs: All you need to know
The UAE government has implemented its amnesty program this 2018 aimed at either sending people back to their home countries without a ban, or allowing them to stay in the country to work legally. Others who need more time to land a job may also grab this opportunity....
Abu Dhabi-based firm to open supermarket in PH
An Abu Dhabi-based retail giant is planning to strengthen its presence in the southeast Asian region by opening a supermarket in the Philippines. Currently, LuLu Group operates in Malaysia and Indonesia. Other stores are located in the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain,...
Filipino airport staff returns bag stashed with ₱1.5 million
A police officer at the Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPIA) in Palawan on Tuesday, July 31, returned a bag stashed with ₱1.5 million to its owner. Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) spokesperson Eric Apolonio said that the police officer...
Libreng ticket para sa mga OFW Amnesty Seeker
A new beginning awaits overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in the UAE who long to reunite with their families back home after overstaying in the UAE. The Philippine government, through the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the Philippine Consulate in Dubai, has...
UAE’s 3-month amnesty for residency violators begins today
The UAE General Amnesty scheme for overstaying expatriates and other residency violators officially starts today, from August 1 until October 31. It will enable anyone living and working illegally in the country to stay or leave without hiding or fear. Dubbed as the...
UAE Amnesty scheme begins today; PH gov’t vows cash aid, skills training for OFW returnees
As the UAE General Amnesty scheme starts today, August 1, overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who will decide to come home after being granted visa amnesty for overstaying or absconding from their work in the UAE will receive financial assistance from the Philippine...
Blowing dust with chances of rain in UAE today
The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) announced on Twitter that weather across the UAE today, July 31, will continue to become hot and dusty in general. The weather bureau warned residents of blowing dust that can cause poor visibility across the country to less...
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