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20 Filipino Crew Arrested in Nigeria Drug Raid

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 22, 2025

LAGOS, Nigeria — Twenty Filipino sailors are now in custody after Nigeria’s drug enforcement agency intercepted a shipment of high-grade cocaine allegedly smuggled from Brazil to Lagos. According to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), officers discovered at least 20 kilograms of cocaine hidden deep beneath the cargo of a Panama-registered vessel on Sunday.The […]

Oman to Grant Visa-Free Entry for Filipinos Starting 2026

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 21, 2025

Filipino travelers will soon have one more destination to explore with ease—because Oman is set to become visa-free for Filipinos by 2026.This exciting announcement came straight from the Oman Embassy. During Oman’s National Day celebration in Makati City on Wednesday, Oman’s Ambassador to the Philippines, H.E. Nasser Said Abdullah Al Manwari, shared the big news:Filipinos […]

Dubai Helps 500 Filipino Workers Struggling with Legal Cases

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 19, 2025

DUBAI, UAE – Around 500 Filipinos are currently facing jail time in Dubai for offenses like unpaid credit card debts or pregnancy outside of marriage. But the Philippine Migrant Workers Office (MWO) in Dubai assures that most of these overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) end up with dismissed cases or lighter sentences thanks to legal support. […]

Over 300 Filipinos Rescued From Scam Hubs in Myanmar

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 18, 2025

More than 300 Filipinos have finally been rescued from scam hubs in Myanmar — a heartbreaking yet powerful revelation shared in John Consulta’s report on 24 Oras. But amid the returning survivors, authorities discovered something alarming. Three of the 346 repatriated Filipinos were arrested by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI).Not as victims… but as […]

OFW Turned Dubai Entrepreneur Showcases Unique Filipino Furniture

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 17, 2025

From OFW to Dubai Entrepreneur: Marilou Joson Puts Filipino Furniture on the World Stage DUBAI, UAE – What started as a simple dream to showcase Philippine-made furniture has turned into a global success story for Marilou Lorenzo Joson, an overseas Filipino worker-turned-entrepreneur. At 45, Joson recently caught the attention of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint […]

PH and South Korea Sign New Seasonal Jobs Agreement

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 17, 2025

The Philippines and South Korea have taken a major step to safeguard the rights and welfare of Filipino seasonal farm workers in Seoul. On November 4, both countries signed a new joint memorandum designed to strengthen protection, training, and empowerment for those participating in South Korea’s Seasonal Workers Program (SWP). The Department of Agriculture (DA) […]

From Housekeeper to Teacher: This OFW’s Journey Isn’t Over Yet

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 16, 2025

From scrubbing hotel floors to inspiring young minds, Federico Dulla Jr.’s journey is a testament to how far courage and persistence can take a person. At 40, Federico—an OFW from Panitan, Capiz—has just earned his master’s degree in Special Education from St. Paul University Manila. But even with that achievement, he says he’s only beginning. […]

Filipina Recognized Worldwide with 2025 Freddie Webster RN Nursing Award

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 14, 2025

A Filipino nurse has once again made the Philippines proud. Ruby Renconada Soriano, MSN, RN, based in Jacksonville, Florida, has been named the recipient of the 2025 Freddie Webster RN Award for Nursing Excellence, one of the most respected honors in oncology nursing. The award, announced by the non-profit organization WeCareJax, recognized Ruby’s exceptional work […]

OFW Turns Pandemic Struggles into Award-Winning Dubai Restaurant

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 12, 2025

She didn’t want to be an employee forever — that’s what kept her going. From a small rented bedspace in Dubai to running three restaurant branches and winning an international award, Lourds Adala-Evertse is living proof that courage can turn struggle into success. A Dream Born Under the Desert Sun At just 19, Lourds arrived […]

Sen. Tulfo Pushes for Dedicated Labor Court for OFWs

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 11, 2025

Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) may soon get a separate quasi-judicial body to handle their labor disputes, thanks to a new measure filed by Sen. Raffy Tulfo. Tulfo, chair of the Senate committee on migrant workers, introduced Senate Bill No. 1480, which aims to establish the Migrant Workers Relations Commission (MWRC). The goal? To speed up […]

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