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Jul
7

OFWs: Watch Pinoy TV Shows for Free

Posted by: carmela

Being able to watch Philippine TV shows even while out of the country helps a lot to ease the homesickness of OFWs that are working hard in a foreign land. It keeps them updated with the latest happenings in the Philippine society and somehow makes them feel closer to home. Major TV networks in the Philippines offer Philippine TV viewing but at a price.

The good news is that now, there is a website that allows you to watch Pinoy TV shows for free. Visit PinoyChannel now !

Published in: News
Jul
4

Zero Illegal Recruitment Campaign in La Union

Posted by: carmela

Kanlungan Centre Foundation Inc, a non-government organization aims to abolish illegal recruitment in the province of La Union with the launching of zero illegal recruitment campaign last month. For the project to succeed, Marge Madiguid, a representative of Kanlungan, said that they have coordinated with local government agencies and other NGO groups in Launion.

Madiguid also informed that the said project received a Php 920,000 grant from the World Bank-sponsored contest called “Panibagong Paraan.” The project was done in La Union because government statistics of illegal recruitment cases for the Ilocos region was highest in this province.

Published in: News
Jul
1

Travel Advisory to Romania

Posted by: carmela

The DFA issued an advisory for all Filipinos traveling to Romania. They are advised to procure appropriate visas from the Romanian Embassy in Manila.

For tourism purposes, Filipinos need to apply for short-stay (tourist) visa. The Romanian Ministry of Interior and Administrative Reforms emphasizes that holders of short-stay visas cannot seek employment in Romania.

Short stay visa is based on a special procedure, via invitation, which does not permit subsequent prolongation of the right to stay in Romania. Although Romania is a member of the European Union (EU), it is not a party to the Schengen Visa Agreement.

Published in: OFW Warnings, News
Jun
30

EPS-Korea Announcements

Posted by: carmela

The POEA released the following announcement regarding the EPS-Korea:

No entry to Korea on July 1.
The PDOS and pre-flight briefing on June 27 moved to July 4. 
Applicants with Certificate of Confirmation for Visa Issuance (CCVI)
Applicants with Contract Offer

Published in: News
Jun
27

Join the NursingGuide Forum!

Posted by: carmela

We are inviting all professional and student nurses out there to visit NursingGuide.ph and join the NursingGuide Forum.

NursingGuide.ph is a website that will keep you updated with the latest news and information about the nursing profession as well as give you insights on various nursing topics. NursingGuide will help you succeed in your profession. Visit NursingGuide.ph now!

Published in: News
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