Pinoy News – Community, Culture & Stories in the UAE

How Kalayaan 2026 brought Filipino culture to life

Over 60,000 attended the celebration marking the 128th Philippine Independence Day

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The event has stood as a display of the Filipino community’s resilience, gratitude, and lasting contribution to the UAE’s multicultural society

How UAE helped an expat take Filipino craft globally

The daughter of a roadside vendor now champions Filipino craftsmanship globally from Dubai

Marilou Lorenzo-Joson, founder and managing director of Casa Filipina

How four friends found opportunity, purpose in the UAE

Friendship, resilience, shared belief in each other have changed the course of their lives

From left to right: Carla Castro, Jay Esqueta, Chrissie Asuncion, and Delia Rubios

UAE-based entrepreneur creates jobs in uncertain times

Filipino expat says business success should be measured by how many lives are uplifted

Dubai-based Filipino entrepreneur Rolly Brucales

Why this expat gave up success for a Dubai restart

He left behind a successful career in the Philippines to start over in the UAE

"Living in the UAE pushed me to become braver and more open to taking risks," said Mychal Feraren.

How this chef designed his sweet success in the UAE

Filipino expat builds a thriving name in the UAE through talent for turning sugar into art

Dubai-based Filipino head chef Michael Segundo

How Dubai-based expat builds businesses that give back

Filipina entrepreneur supports workers and communities during uncertain times in UAE

Dubai-based Filipina entrepreneur Lourds Adalia-Evertse

How ‘Naimas’ redefines Pan-Asian dining in the UAE

Blending cultures and cuisines, ‘Naimas’ reimagines Asian flavour on every plate

David “Dabo” Pamplona, chef and owner of Naimas Café and Bistro

12-year-old UAE spelling champ heads for the US cup

Grade 7 student will represent the Emirates at the Scripps National Spelling Bee

Seth Warren Bacongallo has been set to fly to the US on May 23 to represent the UAE at the Scripps National Spelling Bee

How Dubai’s ‘Gift It Forward’ helps 1,500 beneficiaries

Collaborative drive highlights strong spirit of unity and giving among UAE communities

156,100 diapers will be given away for free along with toys, clothes, household items, and women's accessories

From back-of-house to Michelin buzz: Dubai chef’s rise

His journey reflects discipline, resilience, and the UAE’s opportunity-driven culture

Over the years, Jhovani Manolo has developed a style grounded in balance and depth of flavour

SB Girls UAE concert update: What fans need to know

Filipino pop group’s Abu Dhabi show gets new date and venue after postponement

SB Girls “Get, Get Aw!” reunion concert moves to Etihad Arena on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi

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