@Gardo Fuentes
American looking for information about Philippines
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Absurdity of Looking for Work in the Philippines by drjs
I acquired my spousal visa in the Philippines a couple of months ago and started looking for work. Since I'm not Filipino, I knew it would be difficult.First you have to deal with the fact that several companies flat out refuse to hire anybody who ...
@coach53 It's not "lose face". Most Pinoys especially the poor ones are xenophobic especially due to language barrier. Seeing what poor Filipino carpenters can accomplish in building Makati and Taguig cities and all those wonderful skyscrapers, ... Read More
Operation rescues 42 kidnapped Chinese nationals by PalawOne
`POGOs warned of closure if found involved in kidnappingsBy Paolo Romero - The Philippine Star September 15, 2022MANILA, Philippines — Any Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) found to be involved in kidnapping and killing Chinese ...
It's called "Crackdown". :)Youtube vid: "China to crack down on gambling, POGO exploitation" Read More
Operation rescues 42 kidnapped Chinese nationals by PalawOne
`POGOs warned of closure if found involved in kidnappingsBy Paolo Romero - The Philippine Star September 15, 2022MANILA, Philippines — Any Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) found to be involved in kidnapping and killing Chinese ...
My guess is these are Chinese who are running illegal online gambling in Philippines. They smuggle Chinese nationals in to work to their illegal "offices" and when one escapes, they would kidnap and kill them. Read More
The dogs here are crazy by eptowing
So this is my first trip to the Philippines. First thing I must remind you is I’m traveling with my 75 pound chocolate lab. These people think my dog is a man eating Animal. When we go for walk or at the outside markets and when they ...
There are laws about dog strays and public safety and these should be impounded. It's a matter of reporting the strays to Barangays and they would impound them. Read More
Going to philippines after 3 years. by Paulcripps03
HI everybody,I will be going to the Philippines in October to see my partner after 3 years of being separated, beyond excited, I'm just worried about what I need as far as covid is concerned, I'm fully vaccinated, do I need proof? Do I need to take ...
Good deal. Will get one today. I tried to get Booster shot 2x and both times they don't have it available but now that I'm planning for a trip, will get one at least.For re-entry back to US, why does it require a PCR Test if Philippines carrier ... Read More
Going to philippines after 3 years. by Paulcripps03
HI everybody,I will be going to the Philippines in October to see my partner after 3 years of being separated, beyond excited, I'm just worried about what I need as far as covid is concerned, I'm fully vaccinated, do I need proof? Do I need to take ...
If fully vaccinated but without a booster shot, will the person be required to undergo quarantine? Read More
Gilas Team by Gardo Fuentes
If you wish to enjoy your retirement in Philippines, it helps if you invest time following the country's top religion -- no not Catholic ................ basketball. :lol: There are many levels of basketball in the country but let me start ...
Jalen Green rookie highlights. He needs to visit and promote his shoes in Philippines this off-season.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7QPrl9ty5n8 Read More
Gilas Team by Gardo Fuentes
If you wish to enjoy your retirement in Philippines, it helps if you invest time following the country's top religion -- no not Catholic ................ basketball. :lol: There are many levels of basketball in the country but let me start ...
This Fil-Am is applying for his dual citizenship. Hope he gets it soon. He is a very nice prospect for Gilas. Andrew Miller, recently turned 15.He's slamma-jamma since 13 years old and becoming more adept at it. He ... Read More
Gilas Team by Gardo Fuentes
If you wish to enjoy your retirement in Philippines, it helps if you invest time following the country's top religion -- no not Catholic ................ basketball. :lol: There are many levels of basketball in the country but let me start ...
Quick updates:- There may be 2 more Fil-Ams getting drafted into the NBA this July: - Ron Harper Jr - Remy Martin (just won NCAA ... Read More
Filipina Online Dating - Questions for those experienced by briggss3
Hi, I'm new to the website. I have a question around meeting Filipina girls on Filipino Cupid. I spent about a week on the website, and had many girls connecting many of which I believe were not real. However, one particular girl contacted me ...
^DT, that's the disconnect -- YOU are already there. Others are 2, 5, 10 years down that road and OL dating could be something as an option to pass time by while waiting for that day. I think at this time, all are ... Read More
Gilas Team by Gardo Fuentes
If you wish to enjoy your retirement in Philippines, it helps if you invest time following the country's top religion -- no not Catholic ................ basketball. :lol: There are many levels of basketball in the country but let me start ...
Remy Martin is going to the Final Four. Named Most Outstanding Player of the Midwest Region.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=leSGxSyonNY17 pts per game on 53% shooting, 5 rebounds per game, 3 assists per game in 23 minutes playing time ... Read More
Gilas Team by Gardo Fuentes
If you wish to enjoy your retirement in Philippines, it helps if you invest time following the country's top religion -- no not Catholic ................ basketball. :lol: There are many levels of basketball in the country but let me start ...
Forget about Gilas for now because it's Remy Martin time. Big 12 Championship: 12 pts https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gibIp3agxRQ Round of 64: 15 pts, Top scorer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGuudLu1l0g Round of 32: 20 pts, Top ... Read More
Gilas Team by Gardo Fuentes
If you wish to enjoy your retirement in Philippines, it helps if you invest time following the country's top religion -- no not Catholic ................ basketball. :lol: There are many levels of basketball in the country but let me start ...
March Madness Kansas is in Sweet Sixteen. There is this Fil-Am player Remy Martin who played sparingly throughout the regular season for various reasons but got inserted in March Madness and all of a sudden, Kansas, which is already a 1-seed, ... Read More
Tax Time For U.S. Expats in the Philippines by DukeStamina
Many questions on this for me. My big question is how do you file your tax returns? Do you claim a state as a U.S. residence? Or is the address you use a Philippine address? Keeping a U.S. address will subject you to taxes at the state level also. ...
Tax season. Hate it. Can't escape it. :mad: For those with properties still in US, how do you pay for property tax? How do you get your US mail/documents sent to you in Pinas if you have no relative left you can trust in US? Read More
Gilas Team by Gardo Fuentes
If you wish to enjoy your retirement in Philippines, it helps if you invest time following the country's top religion -- no not Catholic ................ basketball. :lol: There are many levels of basketball in the country but let me start ...
A big puzzle piece of Gilas' bid for the Olympics. He is my "kababayan" here in Nashville. Fresh interview (just posted 11 hours ago!) with 17-year old, 6'7 Caelum Harris. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BMFAVjl8ZPM Read More