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Loboc Children”s Choir Wows UN Diplomats with Songs in New York

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 22, 2024
UNITED NATIONS, New York — The Loboc Children’s Choir from Bohol, Philippines, captivated the Diplomatic Corps at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City with a soul-stirring performance. The event, titled “Singing Songs of Peace, Prosperity, and Justice,” was organized by the Philippine Mission to the United Nations, the United Nations Staff and Recreation […]
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DICT, CFO Team Up to Upgrade Digital Services for Overseas Pinoys

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 21, 2024
The Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) and the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) have joined forces to improve digital government services for Filipinos living abroad. The two agencies signed a memorandum of agreement, marking a significant step towards providing faster, safer, and more efficient public services for overseas Filipinos. According to an official […]
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59 Filipinos Abroad Facing Death Penalty, Says PH

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 19, 2024
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) revealed that about 59 Filipinos living abroad are currently on death row, primarily due to charges related to murder. This was confirmed by Foreign Affairs Undersecretary Eduardo De Vega during a statement to GMA News Online on Wednesday. Countries Where They Are Detained Undersecretary De Vega explained that most […]
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New Help Center Opens to Make Life Easier for Overseas Workers

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 18, 2024
Former Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) Marie Grace fondly recalls her time working in Singapore. While she cherishes the memories, she also remembers the challenges she faced, particularly in navigating multiple offices to meet her overseas employment requirements. In those days, the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW), which was previously divided into the POEA and OWWA, […]
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800 Arrested, Including 40 Filipinos, in Crypto Love Scam

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 17, 2024
LAGOS, Nigeria — Nigerian authorities recently arrested 792 people, including 148 Chinese and 40 Filipino nationals, in a major operation targeting a scam that combined fake online romances with cryptocurrency fraud. The Big Raid On December 10, Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) stormed the Big Leaf Building, a luxurious seven-story facility in Lagos, […]
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Family to Visit Mary Jane Veloso in Indonesia Before Transfer

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 15, 2024
A heartwarming and emotional reunion awaits as Mary Jane Veloso’s family prepares to visit her in Indonesia ahead of her anticipated transfer to the Philippines. The trip, set for Sunday, December 15, will bring together her parents, children, lawyer, and supporters, marking a crucial step in Mary Jane’s long-awaited journey back home. A Message of […]
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Fil-Ams Near Malibu Wildfire Told to Leave for Safety

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 14, 2024
LOS ANGELES, CA – The Philippine Consulate in Los Angeles is actively monitoring the dangerous wildfire spreading across Franklin, Malibu, and nearby areas in northwest Los Angeles County. The Consulate is working closely with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department to assess the impact on Filipinos and Filipino Americans living in the region. Urgent Evacuation […]
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PH Embassy, US Consuls Pledge Support for All Pinoys in Need

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 13, 2024
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Embassy and consuls general across the United States have pledged to stand by all Filipinos, regardless of immigration status, as the incoming administration of President-elect Donald Trump signals stricter immigration policies. Commitment to Filipinos In a statement issued Thursday, the Philippine Ambassador and consuls general assured the Filipino community in […]
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Marcos: PH Fights Hard Against Illegal Job Scams

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 12, 2024
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has assured everyone that the Philippine government is working hard to protect overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and their families. He made this promise during the 2024 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas held on Wednesday. How the Government is Helping OFWs In his speech, President Marcos explained the […]
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