Filipinos in Lebanon Divided on Repatriation Amid Violence: Safety vs. Livelihood
Filipinos in Lebanon have expressed a range of reactions following President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s recent virtual meeting aimed at facilitating their evacuation amid escalating violence in the region. The meeting, held on October 9, 2024, was prompted by a series of Israeli airstrikes that have raised significant safety concerns for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). Many […]
Human Trafficking Alert: Filipinas Lured to Cambodia with Fake Job Offers, Forced into Surrogacy
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) of the Philippines has issued a critical warning regarding a disturbing human trafficking scheme targeting Filipinas. This scheme lures women with promises of legitimate employment, only to transport them to Cambodia where they are coerced into becoming surrogate mothers or involved in other exploitative activities. According to the DFA, […]
Villanueva’s Radical Anti-Corruption Crusade: Death Penalty for Thieves in Office!
In a determined bid to combat corruption in the Philippines, Rep. Eddie Villanueva of the Citizens’ Battle Against Corruption (CIBAC) is making headlines with his ambitious proposals aimed at enhancing transparency and accountability in government. Recently taking his oath of office, Villanueva reaffirmed his commitment to intensifying efforts against corrupt practices that he believes are […]
184 Senate Aspirants, 190 Party-Lists File for Eleksyon 2025 During Peaceful Close of COC Filing
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) concluded the filing period for the 2025 national and local elections, with 184 senatorial candidates and 190 party-list groups submitting certificates on October 8, 2024. This year’s process was marked by an overall peaceful atmosphere. During the eight-day window from October 1-8, the Philippine National Police (PNP) reported a calm […]