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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – Filipinos here have spontaneously initiated various efforts to, in their own little way, send relief to victims of super typhoons Rolly and Ulysses, which recently hit the Philippines in just a matter of days. The Bayanihan spirit once again takes centerstage as everyone from all walks of life gave theirContinue reading “IN PICTURES. Typhoon victims in PH receive aid from OFWs in UAE”

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – Filipinos here have spontaneously initiated various efforts to, in their own little way, send relief to victims of super typhoons Rolly and Ulysses, which recently hit the Philippines in just a matter of days. The Bayanihan spirit once again takes centerstage as everyone from all walks of life gave theirContinue reading “Relief for PH typhoon victims from OFWs in UAE arrives”

For the first time in Dubai’s “never-a-dull-moment” nightlife, a comedienne from the Philippines, who has developed quite a following in this international city that never sleeps for her witty humor, will take centerstage to roll out an evening of stand-up act that…well… tells it as it is. “I am usually mistaken as a waitress andContinue reading “DUBAI HAPPENINGS. Filipina holds solo stand-up comedy show at major venue”

DUBAI: Miss Universe Philippines Rabiya Mateo’s mother has come to her daughter’s defense regarding recent insinuations from some quarters that the beauty titlist has had a nose job. In an interview, Christine Mateo said her daughter did not undergo plastic surgery. “Wala namang retoke si Rabiya,” said the 54-year-old Mateo, in an interview. “Pilit ngContinue reading “‘Wala syang retoke’ — Rabiya Mateo’s mom comes to her daughter’s defense on nose job insinuations”

DUBAI: A 56-year-old single mom, who left for work in Dubai 34 years ago when she was 22, is now home for good, ageing and broke, with the only consolation being she is with her three sons elated that they will finally be spending Christmas with her, not minding if she’s penniless. Liberty Perona AlvarezContinue reading “Mom spends 34 years in Dubai; comes home old and broke but happy to be with treasured kids for Christmas”

DUBAI: Confident about the prospects of finally being employed again as restrictions continue to be eased and business activities gather steam, more overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), who have lost their jobs at the height of the pandemic, are preferring to stay on, with thoughts of bright Christmas ahead for their loved ones back home. “ManyContinue reading “Dubai OFWs see bright Christmas for loved ones back home as job prospects get better in the city”

Wei Dao is Mandarin for “flavor” or “a hint of.” And nowhere, by far, does this aptly hit the spot but at Weidao China Hotpot & BBQ Buffet, where one is treated to a sumptuous feast of exotic Chinese dishes galore! Indeed! It’s nirvana for the discerning taste buds of discriminating epicures who know authenticContinue reading “REVIEW. Craving authentic Chinese cuisine in Dubai? Weidao China Hotpot & BBQ Buffet it is!”

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – Investigation is underway on the death of a Filipina who fell to her death reportedly from the sixth floor of a building at dawn Sunday, Oct. 25 in Sharjah. This at hand, Consul General Paul Raymund Cortes, said they have been in contact with the victim’s relative and taking theContinue reading “Pinay dies after falling from Sharjah building in alleged escape bid from police”

DUBAI: Two enterprising Filipinas have opened a seafood restaurant and hired 17 compatriots, who have lost their jobs due to the pandemic, as dining slowly makes a comeback under the new normal. “This is something we are proud of, as we have given jobs to 17 individuals, who  have families to provide for (back home),”Continue reading “2 Pinays open restaurant; hire 17 jobless fellow OFWs”