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Fil-Am Skater Athena Roberts Dreams of Olympics, Needs PH Passport

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 1, 2024

Athena Calivoso Roberts, an 18-year-old ice skater, dreams of representing the Philippines in the 2026 Winter Olympics. Born in Greensboro, North Carolina, to a Filipina mother from Manila and an American father, Athena’s love for skating began at age 5 after watching a mesmerizing performance on TV. Her parents quickly supported her passion, buying her […]

28K Jobs Abroad for Pinoy Drivers in Japan and Europe!

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 30, 2024

Great news for Filipino drivers! Over the next five years, at least 28,000 job opportunities will open up in Japan and various European countries. These positions include taxi, bus, truck, and train drivers, offering competitive salaries and exciting perks. Jobs in Japan According to Japanese Labor Attaché Suzuki Yuki, Japan alone will need 24,000 taxi […]

UK Cracks Down on Bosses Who Exploit Foreign Workers, Including Pinoys

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 29, 2024

LONDON, United Kingdom – The British government is stepping up its fight against employers who exploit foreign workers, especially in the social care sector. New measures were announced on Thursday, aiming to protect vulnerable workers and ensure fair treatment. Tougher Penalties for Abusive Employers Under the new rules, businesses that break employment laws—like failing to […]

Filipina Dies in California After Stolen SUV Hits Her Car

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 27, 2024

A heartbreaking accident took place over the weekend in San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles, California. Christina David, a 46-year-old Filipina, tragically lost her life when her car was struck by a stolen SUV. The suspect, a 40-year-old man, was driving a stolen Mercedes SUV and trying to escape from the police. While speeding away, he […]

Mary Jane Veloso is Overjoyed to Finally Come Home

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 26, 2024

Mary Jane Veloso, a Filipina who was sentenced to death in Indonesia for drug charges, is finally going home after more than a decade. Her journey began in 2010 when she was arrested for carrying a suitcase lined with 2.6 kilograms (5.7 pounds) of heroin. She was sentenced to death, sparking outrage in the Philippines, […]

Pinoy Priest Named New Bishop by Pope Francis

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 25, 2024

Reverend Romeo Duetao Convocar, a Filipino priest from Janiuay, Iloilo, has been appointed by Pope Francis as the new bishop of Chalan Kanoa in the Northern Mariana Islands! This big news was announced by Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle during the diocese’s 40th-anniversary celebration. Father Convocar, who is currently serving as a parish priest in Tamuning, […]

Mary Jane Veloso’s Sister Reveals Employer’s Abuse Overseas

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 24, 2024

Mary Jane Veloso’s sister, a domestic helper in Saudi Arabia, revealed she experienced sexual abuse from her employer. During a visit by Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac to the Veloso family in Nueva Ecija, she bravely spoke about her ordeal. She recounted, “He hugged me from behind twice while touching me. I told his […]

Authorities arrest suspect in California shooting that killed 2 Filipinos

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 23, 2024

In a heartbreaking incident, authorities in Los Angeles, California, have arrested Miguel Sandoval, a 19-year-old from Lancaster, for a deadly shooting on November 16 that claimed the lives of four people, including two Filipino siblings. Christine Aca-Ac, 26, her brother Janvi Maquindang, 21, Christine’s fiancé Edwin Garcia, 24, and their friend Matthew Montebello, were all […]

Ex-Quiapo Fish Vendor Turned Dubai Filmmaker Dreams of Hollywood

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 22, 2024

At 22, Vincent Escobido, also known as Vincent Augus, is living proof that dreams can come true with hard work and determination. From helping his grandmother sell fish in Quiapo, he has become the youngest indie filmmaker in Dubai, with 300 stories and millions of views under his belt. And now, his sights are set […]

Mary Jane Veloso’s Parents Beg for Her Safe Return to PH

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 21, 2024

Mary Jane Veloso, a Filipina on death row in Indonesia, might finally come home, but her parents are asking the Philippine government to ensure her safety if she’s transferred to a local jail. Celia Veloso, Mary Jane’s mother, expressed relief that her daughter could be brought back, even if she remains behind bars. However, she […]

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