A 28-year-old professional seeks advice from Papa Joe about a strained relationship with a partner working in the Middle East. Read the heartfelt letter and the candid response on navigating trust and future plans.
Foreign currency loans fell to $15.13B in Q3 2025, a 5% quarterly drop. Explore the impact on exporters, power firms, and the economy despite rising OFW remittance power.
The new OFW Airport Lounge at Davao International Airport offers comfort & services to migrant workers, marking a key step in decentralizing gov't support. Read more.
A 23-year-old college student writes to Noy Kulas about her ethical dilemma after developing feelings for her married professor. Read the advice on navigating this complex situation.
The Department of Migrant Workers confirms all Overseas Filipino Workers in Taiwan are safe after the 6.6 magnitude quake. Read the official statement and latest updates.
Charles David Doyel, a 45-year-old American, was discovered deceased in his Sun Valley, Cebu room. Police suspect he had been dead for 2-3 days. Authorities are coordinating with his overseas family.
The Department of Migrant Workers confirms all overseas Filipino workers in Taiwan are safe after a 6.6-magnitude quake. Read the official statement and latest updates.
Discover Sentro 1771 in Capitol Commons, Pasig, where Chef Vicky Rose Pacheco's modern Filipino cuisine has delighted diners since 2002. Experience iconic dishes like Corned Beef Sinigang.
A visual artist and a gym owner explore why their romantic relationship feels less secure than their friendship. Expert advice on managing expectations and preserving connection.
The Bureau of Customs is processing 21 container vans of abandoned balikbayan boxes. 15 containers have been released. OFWs urged to choose forwarders wisely. #OFW #Balikbayan
A man's vacation to his girlfriend's family in Mindanao leads to a shocking discovery: a photo of his ex and a boy who looks just like him. He seeks advice on revealing the truth.
SSS plans overseas expansion to Madrid, San Francisco, Macau, a second pension hike in Sept 2026, and extended emergency loans. Read about the 2026 reforms.
The DMW targets opening seven new Migrant Workers Offices in 2026, expanding its global reach to better serve Filipino workers abroad. Learn about the new locations.
This Christmas, iWant TFC launches the GMA Pinoy Bundle for overseas Filipinos. For $14.98/month, stream Kapuso shows like 'It's Showtime,' 'Encantadia,' and KMJS to cure homesickness. Download the app now!
The DMW says 3,000 job orders now meet the new $500 minimum wage for Filipino domestic workers, with Malaysia and Hong Kong leading adoption. Read the latest updates.
The remains of OFW Maryan Esteban, the sole Filipino fatality in the Tai Po fire, have arrived in Manila. Owwa pledges support to her grieving family.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. welcomed 400 OFWs and families to Malacañan Palace for the 'Tara sa Palasyo' Christmas event, celebrating their sacrifices and calling them the nation's modern heroes.
A professional woman grapples with her parents' disapproval of her boyfriend's career path. Expert advice on balancing family concerns with personal happiness and values. Read more.
DMW Secretary Cacdac directs all Migrant Workers Offices to act as first responders for OFWs. Asia remains the top destination, with Saudi Arabia leading at 21.9%. Read the full directive.
A 36-year-old woman seeks advice on choosing between her responsible single dad boyfriend and an ex who cheated multiple times. Read Noy Kulas's insightful guidance on love and character.
Explore the unwritten codes of Filipino social conduct, from respecting queues to giving up seats. Learn how these silent norms foster respect and community in everyday life.
A 27-year-old Filipina named Anna seeks advice from Papa Joe after her boyfriend of five years proposed. She now questions her readiness for marriage and if he's her ideal life partner. Read the full story and advice.
More than 300 Filipino workers in Cambodia and Thailand are displaced due to renewed border clashes. The DMW confirms their safety in evacuation centers. Learn the latest updates.
A 40-year-old married man from Cebu confesses a secret relationship with his male cousin. Noy Kulas advises on navigating hidden bisexuality and family loyalty. Read his guidance.
The number of Overseas Filipino Workers climbed to 2.19 million in 2024. Discover key trends on destinations, demographics, and the P262.2 billion in remittances sent home.
A Filipino husband, Donald, seeks advice from Papa Joe about his wife's company Christmas party at sea with male colleagues. Read the expert's take on trust and modern relationship boundaries.
The Department of Migrant Workers is prepared to bring home OFWs from Thailand and Cambodia due to border tensions. All 251 affected workers in Thailand are reported safe. Learn more.
A Filipino nurse's dream job in Turkey turned into 4 days of abuse. Learn how DMW and OWWA swiftly rescued her and brought her home safely. #OFWProtection
A man named Ariel seeks advice from Papa Joe on convincing his fiancée and her twin sister to live separately before their wedding next year. Read the heartfelt letter and the expert's response.
The remains of a Filipino crew member killed in a Houthi attack on the MV Eternity C in July 2025 have been repatriated. The government pledges full assistance to the bereaved family.