21 Abandoned Balikbayan Boxes to be Processed This Week
The Bureau of Customs is processing 21 container vans of abandoned balikbayan boxes. 15 containers have been released. OFWs urged to choose forwarders wisely. #OFW #Balikbayan
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SSS to Open Foreign Offices, Increase Pensions in 2026
SSS plans overseas expansion to Madrid, San Francisco, Macau, a second pension hike in Sept 2026, and extended emergency loans. Read about the 2026 reforms.
DMW to Open 7 New Migrant Workers Offices in 2026
The DMW targets opening seven new Migrant Workers Offices in 2026, expanding its global reach to better serve Filipino workers abroad. Learn about the new locations.
DMW Closes 32 Firms in Illegal Recruitment Crackdown
The DMW closed a record 32 firms and removed nearly 80,000 social media posts in 2025 for illegal recruitment. Learn how this protects OFWs.
3,000 Job Orders for $500 Minimum Wage for OFWs
The DMW says 3,000 job orders now meet the new $500 minimum wage for Filipino domestic workers, with Malaysia and Hong Kong leading adoption. Read the latest updates.
BARMM Kasambahay Wage Increase to P5,500 in 2026
Domestic workers in BARMM will see their minimum monthly wage rise to P5,500 starting January 2026. Learn about the new wage order and its coverage.
DOH Studies Zero-Balance Billing for BHWs in Semi-Private Rooms
The DOH is exploring an expansion of zero-balance billing to cover semi-private rooms for barangay health workers. This move follows a directive from President Marcos Jr. to widen the program's reach.
Kaagapay Program Expands Medical Aid for Filipinos
Detoxicare Philippines strengthens its Kaagapay Medical Assistance Program to help Filipino cancer patients navigate treatment costs and access government aid. Learn how this initiative supports timely healthcare.
Marcos Honors OFWs as 'New Heroes' in Palace Christmas Event
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. welcomed 400 OFWs and families to Malacañan Palace for the 'Tara sa Palasyo' Christmas event, celebrating their sacrifices and calling them the nation's modern heroes.
DMW Orders Global Offices to Prioritize OFW Needs
DMW Secretary Cacdac directs all Migrant Workers Offices to act as first responders for OFWs. Asia remains the top destination, with Saudi Arabia leading at 21.9%. Read the full directive.
Cebu's Night Mayor Program Faces Logistical Hurdles
Cebu City's innovative Mayor of the Night program, aimed at BPO workers, faces delays as national agencies require central office approval for night shift personnel deployment. Will it push through?
Bill Aims for Civil Service Eligibility for Casual Gov't Workers
A new bill filed in Congress proposes granting Civil Service Eligibility to casual and contractual government employees after five years of continuous efficient service, unlocking benefits and job security. Learn more about this push for justice in the pu
300+ OFWs Affected by Cambodia-Thailand Border Conflict
More than 300 Filipino workers in Cambodia and Thailand are displaced due to renewed border clashes. The DMW confirms their safety in evacuation centers. Learn the latest updates.
Gov't Imposes Hiring Cap on COS, JO Workers
The Philippine government sets a hiring ceiling for contractual workers starting 2025. Learn how this move impacts public sector employment and worker welfare.
Pag-IBIG Raffles Award P500K, Boost Membership
Pag-IBIG Fund's year-end raffles awarded prizes up to P500,000, successfully expanding membership among OFWs and informal workers while promoting its loan programs. Learn how to join.
OFWs Reach 2.19M in 2024, Remittances Grow
The number of Overseas Filipino Workers climbed to 2.19 million in 2024. Discover key trends on destinations, demographics, and the P262.2 billion in remittances sent home.
Cebu City Casual Workers to Receive Gratuity Pay Up to P7K
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival clarifies that casual and job order workers will receive a gratuity pay, not a bonus, before Christmas. Find out the eligibility and amounts.
DMW on Standby for OFW Repatriation from Thailand, Cambodia
The Department of Migrant Workers is prepared to bring home OFWs from Thailand and Cambodia due to border tensions. All 251 affected workers in Thailand are reported safe. Learn more.
Cebu City: P7,000 for JO Workers is Gratuity Pay, Not Bonus
Mayor Nestor Archival clarifies that the P7,000 aid for Cebu City's casual and job order workers is a gratuity pay, not a Christmas bonus, aligning with national guidelines. Over 3,000 workers to benefit.
Davao Oriental Tourism Workers Receive Earthquake Cash Aid
Over 1,300 tourism workers in Davao Oriental affected by October earthquakes receive P10,341 each via Emergency Cash Transfer. DSWD and DOT lead recovery initiative.
Cebu Gov Announces Cash Incentives for 9,000+ BHWs
Governor Pamela Baricuatro announced cash rewards and new uniforms for thousands of Cebu's Barangay Health Workers during the 2025 BHW Summit. Read about the support for these frontline heroes.
Cebu BHWs Receive P7,000 Cash, Noche Buena Packs
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro announces cash incentives up to P10,000, new uniforms, and noche buena packs for over 9,000 barangay health workers. A merrier Christmas for frontline community heroes.
Filipino Seafarer's Remains Return After Houthi Attack
The remains of a Filipino crew member killed in a Houthi attack on the MV Eternity C in July 2025 have been repatriated. The government pledges full assistance to the bereaved family.
Bacolod Fire Victims Get P4.39M in Housing Aid
The NHA and Bacolod City Government distributed P4.39 million to 145 residents of Barangay 27 who lost homes in a September fire. Mayor Gasataya also presented a long-term on-site housing plan.
Cebu health workers unpaid pandemic allowances, councilor demands action
Nearly 4,000 Cebu City health workers who served during the pandemic have not received their Health Emergency Allowance (HEA) for 2021-2023. Councilor Jun Alcover Jr. demands immediate action and explanation for the years-long delay.
9 Pinoy Seafarers Freed by Houthis Return Home
After five months in captivity, nine Filipino crewmen of the MV Eternity C are finally back in the Philippines. OWWA details the government's support program for their recovery.
Unpaid Pandemic Health Workers in Cebu City
Thousands of Cebu City health workers remain unpaid for their COVID-19 service due to bureaucratic delays. Councilors demand immediate release of P431M in allocated funds. Read more.
Cebu City Health Workers' Pandemic Allowances Unpaid
Nearly 4,000 Cebu City health workers who served during the COVID-19 pandemic have yet to receive their Health Emergency Allowance (HEA) for 2021-2023, prompting urgent calls for action from city officials.
9 Freed Pinoy Seafarers Return Home Before Christmas
Nine Filipino crew members of MV Eternity C, freed after five months of captivity by Houthi rebels, are safely back in the Philippines. OWWA pledges full government support for their recovery and reintegration.
EU Commits €9.75M Aid for PH Disaster Relief
The European Union provides over P660 million in humanitarian aid for Filipino communities hit by recent disasters. Ambassador Massimo Santoro visits Cebu to oversee relief efforts.
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