Iran, South Korea Crash Out as World Cup Enters Knockout Stage
LOS ANGELES — The expanded World Cup knockout stage is set to begin, with 32 teams advancing as the tournament shifts into its elimination phase following a dramatic and at times unpredictable group stage. Action opens Sunday in Southern California, where Canada face South Africa, while co-host United States take on Bosnia-Herzegovina on Wednesday in Santa Clara. Mexico, the third...
Philippines Leads ASEAN Push to Strengthen Migrant Worker Protections
MANILA — The Philippines is spearheading regional efforts to strengthen protections for migrant workers after hosting a key ASEAN meeting focused on advancing labor reforms and safeguarding worker rights across Southeast Asia. The 19th meeting of the ASEAN Committee on the Implementation of the Declaration on the Protection and Promotion of the Rights of Migrant Workers (ACMW) was held June...
Hkpinoytv News Updates 19 June
Segment 1 — Intro SummaryGood day. In today’s OFW news update, we begin with the government’s latest reintegration support for returning migrant workers, followed by a report on the Philippines’ repatriation efforts from the Middle East, and then a sports spotlight on tennis star Alex Eala’s strong run in Berlin. The main report begins after a sponsor segment insert. Sponsor's...
Lifestyle Podcast
Welcome to Canvas and Keys podcast. Dive into our video podcast collection curated for Hong Kong locals and the dynamic Filipino expatriate community who share a passion for sophisticated, trend-setting lifestyles. In this podcast series, we explore the heartbeat of regional arts and culture, uncover the hottest luxury living trends, and give you an insider's look at premium real...
OWWA Opens Third OFW Lounge at Mactan-Cebu International Airport
CEBU, Philippines — The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration on Friday inaugurated its third Overseas Filipino Worker lounge in the country at the Mactan-Cebu International Airport, offering migrant workers a dedicated space to rest and access government services before their international flights. Department of Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac and OWWA Administrator Patricia Yvonne Caunan presided over the formal opening...
Filipino Bowling Club of Hong Kong Hosts Annual Tournament 2026
The Filipino Bowling Club of Hong Kong (FBCHK), established in 2011, successfully held its Tournament 2026 on Sunday, June 21, at the Dacos Bowling Centre in Tsuen Wan, New Territories, drawing 21 teams of Filipino bowling enthusiasts from across Hong Kong. Event Overview Running from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, the tournament brought together a vibrant community of Filipino bowlers for...
Philippines Investigates Human Trafficking Network After 24 Workers Freed From Russian Detention
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine authorities are investigating a suspected illegal recruitment and human trafficking network after 24 overseas Filipino workers detained in Russia for more than nine months were repatriated home, the Department of Migrant Workers said Monday. The workers were released following a personal appeal by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to Russian President Vladimir Putin during a bilateral...
Hong Kong Rings In 29th Anniversary With Sweeping Citywide Perks, Free Rides And More Than 1,000 Deals
Hong Kong is pulling out all the stops for its 29th anniversary as a Special Administrative Region, with the government and community partners rolling out an expansive package of freebies, discounts and cultural access to mark the July 1 public holiday. Residents and visitors can expect complimentary tram rides across the city from July 1 through July 3, joining a...
24 Filipino Workers Freed From Russian Detention After Marcos-Putin Meeting
MANILA — Twenty-four overseas Filipino workers detained in Russia for nearly nine months have been repatriated to the Philippines following a personal appeal by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to Russian President Vladimir Putin, officials said Sunday. The workers arrived at Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 1 in two groups — six women landed around midnight, with 18 others, including 16...
PHP3 billion released to strengthen repatriation and reintegration of OFWs
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has approved the release of an additional PHP3 billion to strengthen government efforts to repatriate and reintegrate overseas Filipino workers displaced by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, officials said Sunday. Executive Secretary Ralph Recto said the funding boost will cover the full scope of assistance for returning Filipinos, from evacuation and...
