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Embassy in Qatar to Pinoys: Keep Calm, Watchful at All Times

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)September 9, 2025

The Philippine Embassy in Qatar has called on Filipinos to remain calm yet vigilant after reports confirmed that Israel launched an attack on Hamas officials in Doha. In an official statement, the embassy advised Filipinos to take extra caution. “In view of recent developments in Doha, the Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines in […]

Marcos Orders New Migrant Workers Office to Open in Cambodia

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)September 8, 2025

President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has directed Secretary of Migrant Workers Hans Cacdac to establish a Migrant Workers Office in Phnom Penh, Cambodia—a move he described as a way of giving back to overseas Filipinos for their sacrifices. A Grateful President Speaking before the Filipino community in Cambodia, Marcos grew emotional as he acknowledged the […]

Pinoy ER Doctor Pushed on NYC Tracks—What Happened Next?

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)September 7, 2025

NEW YORK CITY — It was a regular commute home. Until it wasn’t. A 44-year-old Filipino emergency room pediatrician was violently attacked and shoved onto the subway tracks in Manhattan last August 9 — in a shocking, unprovoked assault that could’ve ended in tragedy. The doctor, who had just finished his hospital shift, was waiting […]

Self-proclaimed ‘Queen of Canada’ faces arrest abroad

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)September 5, 2025

A dramatic police raid in Saskatchewan ended with the arrest of Romana Didulo, a Filipina who calls herself the “Queen of the Kingdom of Canada.” The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) stormed a compound illegally occupied by Didulo and her followers. She was in the middle of a livestream when officers in tactical gear burst […]

Pinoys in Singapore Face Warning Over Moonlighting Jobs

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)September 4, 2025

The Philippine Embassy in Singapore has once again reminded Filipinos about the city-state’s strict rule against moonlighting—or taking on jobs outside of their primary employment. In a statement, the embassy stressed: “Engaging with any remunerated work outside their primary employment is illegal and is subject to penalties.” The warning comes as many overseas Filipinos look […]

DFA Confirms: No Filipinos Harmed in Afghanistan Quake

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)September 3, 2025

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) assured on Wednesday that no Filipinos were reported injured or affected by the powerful magnitude 6.0 earthquake that struck eastern Afghanistan on August 31. According to the DFA, there are only seven Filipino nationals currently in Afghanistan, most of whom are based in or around Kabul. None of them […]

Manila Accord Urges Urgent Action to Safeguard Seafarers

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)September 2, 2025

MANILA – The Philippines, together with nine other maritime nations, has sounded a powerful call: the world must act now to protect seafarers. On Tuesday, ten major seafaring states ended their two-day meeting in Manila with a declaration that placed seafarers at the heart of global trade and supply chains. The message was clear—without them, […]

Chinese Students Try Pinoy Games and Treats for the First Time

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)September 1, 2025

In Guangzhou, China, thirty Chinese students got a unique taste of Filipino culture—through laughter, play, and food that felt like home. The event, held at Jingshi Aoyuan Nanao Experimental School, was part of the Philippine Consulate General’s special program “Building Bridges.” It celebrated both the Buwan ng Wika and the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties […]

No Filipinos affected by Indonesian protests so far —PH Embassy

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)August 31, 2025

The streets of Indonesia have been shaken by anti-government rallies—fueled by anger over corruption and the rising cost of living. Tensions have boiled over, leaving the nation restless and its people demanding change. But amid the chaos, there’s a sigh of relief for Filipinos. According to the Philippine Embassy in Jakarta and the Consulate General […]

Filipino Tourist’s Death in Hong Kong Confirmed by DFA

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)August 30, 2025

A vacation meant for joy turned tragic when the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) confirmed that a Filipino tourist passed away in Hong Kong. According to a report by the South China Morning Post, the victim—a 53-year-old man with a pre-existing medical condition—fell into a coma while on a ride at Hong Kong Disneyland. Despite […]

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