I have visited the Philippines since 2010, And in 2014, I finally had the opportunity to live in a beautiful place with wonderful, gifted and talented people.
This Blog is dedicated to sharing my experiences as I now live in the Philippines. I am a Black American from Atlanta, GA USA. I hope to be brief, yet informative.
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Saturday, December 24, 2016
Thursday, December 22, 2016
Patient dies as ambulance carrying him plunges into sea in Cebu
A frenzied rush to save a barangay captain’s life in Cebu province proved fatal when the ambulance carrying him to a hospital fell into the sea.
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Duterte hits UN official for asking PHL judicial authorities to investigate him
President Rodrigo Duterte on Thursday lashed out at a United Nations official for asking the Philippine judicial authorities to formally investigate the President after he admitted that he killed criminals when he was still Davao City mayor.
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Monday, December 19, 2016
Tanks a Lot, Philippines
Tanks a Lot, Philippines. (Last updated 20 December 2016) You Might Want To Own a Tank in the Philippines No, not an Army tank, a water tank. A few weeks back I wrote a post about local home water supplies, pressure issues and related lore for the Live in the Philippines Web Magazine, Coping With [ ] The post Tanks a Lot, Philippines appeared first on PhilFAQs.
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Get Paid For What You Already Know
Get paid for what you already know. (Last updated December 19, 2016) I ve written a lot on this subject. And I ll write more, you can depend upon that, because I truly believe starting your own business is the key to personal growth, prosperity and security. It s very clear, now that we re well and truly into [ ] The post Get Paid For What You Already Know appeared first on PhilFAQs.
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Saturday, December 17, 2016
Do Not Have Your Social Security Benefits Direct Deposited to the Philippines
(Last updated 17 December 2016) Do Not Have Your Social Security Benefits Direct Deposited to the Philippines. Pretty direct advice there. A number of my readers or searchers who pass by here may not like it, but that s OK, my job here is to give you the best advice that I can not to [ ] The post Do Not Have Your Social Security Benefits Direct Deposited to the Philippines appeared first on PhilFAQs.
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Thursday, December 15, 2016
Work from Home and Make Money Online in Philippines in 2017
(Last Updated 16 December 2016) Work from Home and Make Money Online in Philippines in 2017. A lot of people read who come here to read my blog (where I talk mainly about what it takes for a foreigner to live in the Philippines) always seem to be looking for a J*O*B in the Philippines [ ] The post Work from Home and Make Money Online in Philippines in 2017 appeared first on PhilFAQs.
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Wednesday, December 14, 2016
Duterte to ‘yellows’: Reds will kill you if you oust me
Communists are not only willing to die for him, they will also kill those who will remove him from office, President Rodrigo Duterte said Tuesday night. In a speech before the Filipino community in Phnom Penh in Cambodia,
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Tuesday, December 13, 2016
Sunday, December 4, 2016
Saturday, December 3, 2016
Further Thoughts On Health Insurance in the Philippines — 2016
Thoughts On Health Insurance in the Philippines. What? More on Health insurance or Medical insurance for expats in the Philippines? Haven t you written about that often, Dave? Well, yes I have, although probably not often enough, considering how many of you need it, perhaps more urgently than yu realize, and still don t have it. See, [ ] The post Further Thoughts On Health Insurance in the Philippines 2016 appeared first on PhilFAQs.
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Friday, December 2, 2016
Thursday, December 1, 2016
Jobs For Americans in the Philippines — Are You Qualified?
Day after day they come and don t get me wrong, I m glad they do people searching for information about Jobs For Americans in the Philippines. Although I Am NOT About Finding a Job Here, I m More About Making a Living Often these readers ask me about finding a job in a call center [ ] The post Jobs For Americans in the Philippines Are You Qualified? appeared first on PhilFAQs.
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Wednesday, November 30, 2016
Samsung Pay: News, Features, Support | Digital Trends
Samsung Pay aims to rival Apple Pay and Google Wallet in the mobile payment space. Here's everything you need to know.
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Wellness, Well-Being, Security To Drive In-Car Biometrics | Digital Trends
Wearable biometric scanners developed for health and wellness and security sensors like iris and fingerprint scanners will be in one in three cars by 2025.
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Skin Patch Tests Sweat to Keep You Healthy | Digital Trends
Ever wished sweat could be more than just a drippy annoyance? Researchers have been working on a new skin patch that tests perspiration for health concerns.
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Richest US Presidents | InsideGov
How rich are U.S. presidents? We rank every U.S. president by net worth. Some presidents like Abraham Lincoln died poor, while others like George Washington had large estates.
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Ranking the Most Influential Presidents in U.S. History | InsideGov
Americans have long debated the best and worst U.S. presidents. Using six criteria, InsideGov ranks the most influential U.S. presidents.
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Smart Clothes by Athos Will Be Your Personal Trainer | Digital Trends
Looking to improve your workouts at the gym? Don't want to hire a personal trainer? With the smart fitness gear by Athos, you won't have to.
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Self-driving Cars Will Kill the Luxury Car, and Car Ownership Itself | Big Think
As driverless cars gain increasing acceptance among the public, what social values, industries, and activities will be displaced, or even made as obsolete as car ownership itself?
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The true story of Nintendo's most coveted game
How did a boring Nintendo game from 1987 become the most coveted cartridge ever? It's a bit of a mystery.
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Monday, November 28, 2016
8 surefire ways to protect your online passwords
Consumers need to keep watch over their passwords, the first line of defense in protecting against identity theft.
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14 seemingly harmless things you eat, drink, and use all the time that can kill you
Water might seem like the least harmful substance on the planet, but drinking too much of it can kill. So can too much or too little of a number of other things most of us take for granted, from caffeine to the stuff you use...
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Visa application processes around the world: your guide
All the information below applies to British nationals but is liable to change at short notice - always check with the embassy of the country you are travelling to and Foreign Office advice before travelling or applying for a visa.
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Sunday, November 27, 2016
The Most Protective Dog Breeds | PetBreeds
Some dogs are more than just friends who keep you company -- they can also save lives. We crunched the numbers to find the 35 dogs that will keep you safe.
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Saturday, November 26, 2016
ALIN, ALIN ANG NAIBA? | Kerwin and Ronnie and the tale of two testimonies
Espinosa and Dayan's testimonies were supposed to connect the dots towards the truth. But many observed that their conflicting statements only created doubts and confusion. Here are at least seven apparent disconnects between what Kerwin and Ronnie said.
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Friday, November 25, 2016
ALIN, ALIN ANG NAIBA? | Kerwin and Ronnie and the tale of two testimonies
Espinosa and Dayan's testimonies were supposed to connect the dots towards the truth. But many observed that their conflicting statements only created doubts and confusion. Here are at least seven apparent disconnects between what Kerwin and Ronnie said.
http://bit.ly/2fxq95c
I HATE TO TELL YOU THIS BUT......
Get your mind right. NEVER LOSE HOPE! When the sun goes down the STARS come out at night! Shake off all those doubts, fears, and self limiting beliefs. When you do, you'll receive a burst of energy and confidence that will allow you to continue and turn the corner to reach your dreams, and goals in life and to become successful.
http://bit.ly/2gozmRy
I HATE TO TELL YOU THIS BUT......
Get your mind right. NEVER LOSE HOPE! When the sun goes down the STARS come out at night! Shake off all those doubts, fears, and self limiting beliefs. When you do, you'll receive a burst of energy and confidence that will allow you to continue and turn the corner to reach your dreams, and goals in life and to become successful.
http://bit.ly/2gozmRy
I HATE TO TELL YOU THIS BUT......
Get your mind right. NEVER LOSE HOPE! When the sun goes down the STARS come out at night! Shake off all those doubts, fears, and self limiting beliefs. When you do, you'll receive a burst of energy and confidence that will allow you to continue and turn the corner to reach your dreams, and goals in life and to become successful.
http://bit.ly/2gozmRy
I HATE TO TELL YOU THIS BUT......
Get your mind right. NEVER LOSE HOPE! When the sun goes down the STARS come out at night! Shake off all those doubts, fears, and self limiting beliefs. When you do, you'll receive a burst of energy and confidence that will allow you to continue and turn the corner to reach your dreams, and goals in life and to become successful.
http://bit.ly/2gozmRy
Monday, November 21, 2016
Robredo: We serve at the pleasure of the President
Vice President Leni Robredo on Monday said it will be up to President Rodrigo Duterte if he will ask her and other Cabinet members to step down given their opposition to the surprise burial of the late Ferdinand Marcos at
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Which countries are considered first world outside of the United States & Canada? - Quora
Which countries are considered first world outside of the United States & Canada?
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Social Security Payments And Green Cards For Filipina Widows
Social Security Payments And Green Cards For Filipina Widows. I hadn t intended to be writing on this subject again so soon, but some comments and queries have come up about the basic unfairness of US Social Security rules regarding payments to widows in the Philippines. I want to clarify and explain a few more things regarding [ ] The post Social Security Payments And Green Cards For Filipina Widows appeared first on PhilFAQs.
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Sunday, November 20, 2016
Social Security Payments to Filipino Spouses
Social Security Payments to Filipino Spouses. While going through some older articles here on PhilFAQS I came across a chain of comments that really deserves to be brought out and presented, front and center, to those readers who are planning to be dependent upon US Social Security payments for themselves and their wives and children [ ] The post Social Security Payments to Filipino Spouses appeared first on PhilFAQs.
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Saturday, November 19, 2016
First-Hand US Tourist Visa Experiences
US Tourist Visa Experiences I ve written a lot on this subject, and I guess I ll always be writing more, because the process of getting a B2 Non-Immigrant Tourist Visa to visit the USA is always a hot item. Read This First If you haven t already read this, Can My Friend Get a US Tourist Visa? please do. Follow [ ] The post First-Hand US Tourist Visa Experiences appeared first on PhilFAQs.
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Friday, November 18, 2016
7 Photos Of Abandoned Fukushima That Will Give You Chills
Just over five years ago on a Friday in March, the residents of Fukushima, Japan were urged to flee immediately when an earthquake and subsequent tsunami caused a triple nuclear meltdown at a nearby power plant.
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Imee asks for understanding for keeping Marcos burial private
Ilocos Norte governor Imee Marcos on Friday expressed gratitude to supporters who backed the burial of her father, the late strongman
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High blood pressure rates worldwide have doubled since 1975
High blood pressure rates worldwide have doubled since 1975: Health and Fitness; Home and Interiors; Lifestyle, Beauty and Fashion; Offbeat; Technology; Travel and Leisure news etc.
Why You Want a Diesel in the Philippines
Why You Want a Diesel in the Philippines. A few weeks back I posted and article about the day my little Mitsubishi diesel Adventure wouldn t start. See: Wired in Series — Driving in The Philippines A lot of my readers, especially those in the USA, probably wondered why on earth an otherwise rational man would have [ ] The post Why You Want a Diesel in the Philippines appeared first on PhilFAQs.
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Wednesday, November 16, 2016
1,000-pound woman trying to get help for weight problem
A 36-year-old woman in northern Egypt hasn’t left her home in 25 years due to her size— she weighs 1,102 pounds.
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Dwayne Johnson 2020: The Rock ‘wouldn’t rule out’ running against Donald Trump for President of United States
Millionaire movie star and former professional wrestler Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson could be the next President of the United States. Electing a celebrity to the US presidency was never quite out of the realm of possibility,
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Tuesday, November 15, 2016
‘TEMPERAMENTAL VS INCORRIGIBLE’ | Anti-Marcos ‘brats’ blast Andanar despite apology
Lawmakers and victims of human rights abuses tagged 'temperamental brats' by Communications Secretary Martin Andanar for opposing the burial of the dictator Ferdinand Marcos at the Libingan ng mga Bayani, struck back Tuesday calling him 'incorrigible' despite his apology.
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Duterte spends an hour on treadmill to stay healthy, admits to ‘wheezing’
President Rodrigo Duterte said on Tuesday that, despite the demands on his time by his duties, he finds the opportunity to spend an hour on a treadmill to keep healty. Asked during a dinner with reporters in Malacañang h
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Foods you can and can't take on a plane
Don't let airport security nab foods from your hand luggage. Here's what you can take aboard and legally bring back.
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Monday, November 14, 2016
Duterte raises Pacquiao hand 'for president na ito'
Pacquiao for president? President Rodrigo Duterte joked about the Filipino ring icon possibly seeking higher office on Monday when Senator Manny Pacquiao called on the chief executive in Malacañang. Upon entering M
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Here's What Richard Branson Thinks About Donald Trump - Fortune
The Virgin Group founder shares his thoughts about President-elect Donald Trump
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The Best Western Films of All Time | PrettyFamous
From the "Revenant" to "A FistFull of Dollars," PrettyFamous set out to find the 80 best Western films of all times.
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DOJ chief: Duterte just trying to scare off lawless groups in Mindanao
Justice Secretary Vitaliano Aguirre II on Sunday said President Rodrigo Duterte could just be trying to scare off lawless elements in Mindanao and
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