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Dirham gains against INR, PKR and PHP. Remit now?

Quick look at current exchange rates - as of August 13 - against the UAE dirham

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Planning on remitting Indian rupee, Pakistan rupee or Philippine peso? Here’s how you can take advantage of remittance-beneficial rates and when.

Alex Eala faces a tough road at Cincinnati Open

Her historic triumph at DC Open has propelled her ranking into uncharted territory

Alexandra Eala of the Philippines celebrates against Caty McNally of the United States during day six of the National Bank Open Presented by Rogers at Sobeys Stadium on August 07, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario.

Jollibee to slow global expansion as higher costs bite

Philippines’ largest fast-food group plans fewer new stores and lowers spending forecast

Jollibee looks to slow global expansion plans as higher costs bite

Can Eala overcome injury scare to continue her run?

Filipino star will face experienced Swiss campaigner Belinda Bencic in round of 16

Alexandra Eala of the Philippines celebrates against Caty McNally of the United States during day six of the National Bank Open Presented by Rogers at Sobeys Stadium on August 07, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario.

OFW Pass or OEC? UAE-based OFWs share experiences

Recent travellers returning to UAE says keep both documents ready to avoid inconvenience

Overseas Filipino workers who recently returned in the UAE recount their experiences with OFW Pass and OEC rules

Why the US wants Filipino pastor Quiboloy extradited

The Filipino televangelist faces a sweeping US indictment that includes several charges

Apollo Quiboloy, pastor and founder of the Philippine-based Kingdom of Jesus Christ church

Philippines, GCC strengthen medical screening system

Expansion aims to make pre-departure health checks more accessible for Gulf-bound workers

The Philippine Department of Migrant Workers met with the delegation from the Gulf Cooperation Council Secretariat, the Gulf Health Council, and embassy representatives to discuss initiatives on the health and medical screening of OFWs under the Wafid Programme. Photo for illustrative purposes only

Why Alex Eala means so much to Filipinos overseas

She is a source of inspiration for workers striving to build better lives far from home

Clockwise from top left: Joy Octoso, Rosali Santa Maria Dumo, Sally Mallari, Mark Anthony Nieves, and Mylyn Anciro

Alex Eala rejoins Venus Williams in Toronto

Tournament organisers confirmed Eala, Williams will make their Toronto debut as partners

Jessica Pegula of the United States returns a shot against Alexandra Eala of the Philippines in the women's singles championship match on the final day of the Mubadala DC Open 2026 at William H.G. FitzGerald Tennis Center on August 3, 2026 in Washington, DC.

Philippine top court rejects Duterte impeachment pleas

Legal challenges are now moot after the House completed its role

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte

How OFWs can get up to ₱50,000 to finish college

Programme to help OFWs earn a college degree by recognising their work experience

500 qualified OFWs will form the first batch of LEAP-OFWs scholars. Photo for illustrative purposes only

Our new champion: Manny Pacquiao hails Alex Eala’s win

Eala produced a stunning comeback to defeat world No. 3 Jessica Pegula in the final

Alexandra Eala of the Philippines reacts after winning the women's singles championship match against Jessica Pegula of the United States on the final day of the Mubadala DC Open 2026 at William H.G. FitzGerald Tennis Center on August 3, 2026 in Washington, DC.

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