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Cebu Gov Announces Cash Incentives for 9,000+ BHWs

Governor Pamela Baricuatro announced cash rewards and new uniforms for thousands of Cebu's Barangay Health Workers during the 2025 BHW Summit. Read about the support for these frontline heroes.

Cebu BHWs Receive P7,000 Cash, Noche Buena Packs

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro announces cash incentives up to P10,000, new uniforms, and noche buena packs for over 9,000 barangay health workers. A merrier Christmas for frontline community heroes.

9 Pinoy Seafarers Freed by Houthis Return Home

After five months in captivity, nine Filipino crewmen of the MV Eternity C are finally back in the Philippines. OWWA details the government's support program for their recovery.

Unpaid Pandemic Health Workers in Cebu City

Thousands of Cebu City health workers remain unpaid for their COVID-19 service due to bureaucratic delays. Councilors demand immediate release of P431M in allocated funds. Read more.

Cebu City Health Workers' Pandemic Allowances Unpaid

Nearly 4,000 Cebu City health workers who served during the COVID-19 pandemic have yet to receive their Health Emergency Allowance (HEA) for 2021-2023, prompting urgent calls for action from city officials.

9 Freed Pinoy Seafarers Return Home Before Christmas

Nine Filipino crew members of MV Eternity C, freed after five months of captivity by Houthi rebels, are safely back in the Philippines. OWWA pledges full government support for their recovery and reintegration.

Mandaue City Staff Receive Year-End Bonuses

Mandaue City Hall confirms release of year-end bonuses for regular employees. Performance incentives & differentials for JO workers, BHWs pending council approval. Read more.

Pag-IBIG Loans Help 3.2M Workers in 2025

Pag-IBIG Fund provided short-term loans to 3.2 million Filipino workers from Jan-Oct 2025, a 28% surge. Learn how Virtual Pag-IBIG makes financial aid faster and more accessible.

PH Delivery Rider Shares Customer Challenges

A Filipino delivery rider named Albert vents about rude customers who refuse parcels and make excuses. Papa Joe advises tolerance and legal solutions. Read this real-life service industry story.

23 OFWs Affected in Hong Kong Fire, Gov't Aid Deployed

The Philippine government is providing full assistance to 23 OFWs affected by a major fire in Hong Kong's Tai Po. OWWA Chief Patricia Yvonne Caunan assures immediate support and 24/7 hotlines for families.

OFW Stable After Hong Kong Fire, One Missing

Filipino worker injured in Hong Kong's Tai Po fire is recovering. DMW confirms one OFW remains missing. 58 other Filipinos safe. Stay updated on this developing story.

Davao Police Enhance OFW Protection From Scams

Davao City Police strengthens multi-agency collaboration to protect Overseas Filipino Workers from illegal recruitment and online scams. Learn how this initiative safeguards OFWs.

1,173 Cebu Quake-Affected Workers Receive TUPAD Aid

1,173 workers displaced by the Cebu 6.9 magnitude earthquake have received their TUPAD wages from DOLE. This government initiative supports recovery efforts in the 4th District. Learn more about the ongoing aid.

DMW-7 Psychosocial Session Aids Cebu OFWs

DMW-7 conducted its third Psychosocial Processing Session for 11 Cebu-based OFWs on November 14, 2025. The program provides emotional support through DMW's Kalinga reintegration framework. Learn how this initiative helps returning workers.

DOLE Profiles Typhoon-Affected Workers in Cebu

The Department of Labor and Employment initiates comprehensive profiling of workers impacted by Typhoon Aghon across Cebu province to facilitate targeted assistance and employment recovery programs.

DMW: Visa-Free Policy for Tourists Only, Not OFWs

The Department of Migrant Workers clarifies that the Philippines' visa-free policy applies only to tourists, not overseas foreign workers who must follow proper documentation channels.

Davao Divided Over P2,000 Wage Hike Proposal

Davao City faces heated debate over proposed P2,000 wage increase. Workers demand living wages while businesses warn of closures and inflation. Regional wage board considers economic impact.

Ahtisa Manalo Welcomed by OFWs in Thailand

Miss Philippines Ahtisa Manalo receives an emotional welcome from overseas Filipino workers in Thailand during her international advocacy tour, strengthening bonds with the Filipino diaspora.

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