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Tuesday, January 02, 2018

Husband Stabbed Filipina Wife To Death on Christmas Then Killed Himself Afterwards

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Two dead bodies of asian couple was found at the Baldwin Park, Los Angeles, California on the afternoon of Christmas day. A middle aged man believed to stab his wife to death before killing himself was identified as Albert Villagomes Ong was convicted of domestic violence against his wife Blessel Ong eleven months ago but pleaded not guilty against it.
Sarah Ardalani, spokeswoman for the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office, said the 49-year-old Ong was sentenced to three years probation and ordered to serve one day in jail as a condition of probation.

The husband was supposed to return to Alhambra Superior Court on Jan. 2 to show the judge proof that he had enrolled in a domestic violence class.
The Jan. 30 protective order was also modified Oct. 2 when he had completed 32 of the 52 sessions in a domestic violence class, according to the court official.

The investigating team headed by Sheriff’s Homicide Lt. Rodney Moore, said in an earlier interview that Ong had a history of domestic violence against his wife.

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The coroner’s office did not release the name of Ong’s wife earlier because her relatives have not been notified yet.

Baldwin Park police found their bodies at their residence on 4200 block of Center Street when they went there to check on her. Police had been there the day prior to the incident.

Baldwin Park Police did not reveal details on why they were called to the Center Street home on Christmas day.
The husband had also crossed paths with Baldwin Park police 12 days before the murder.
Baldwin Park police Lt. Melissa Stehly confirmed Ong was arrested for a misdemeanor on Dec. 15.
Source: San Gabriel Valley Tribune

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Saturday, December 23, 2017

Touching Story: A Child Who Missed His OFW Parents For 16 Christmases, Dreamt Of Being a Pilot And Bring His Parents Home Eventually Turned It Into A Reality

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A touching story of a kid longing to be with his parents who are working overseas , dreamt of being a pilot to fly his mom and stepdad home for Christmas. A simple childhood dream that came into reality.

In a touching video watched by over a million people on social media, Juan Paulo Fermin is seen walking with a bouquet of flowers towards the seat where his mother was sitting on board plane in Vancouver when the flight going to Manila changed crew in Canada.

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The video got heavily emotional when Fermin's OFW mother got to see her son. You can tell that she was surprised big time seeing her son on a plane on their way home. For the first time in a long time she got to see and embrace her son again.

Fermin said that he actually planned for it when he found out a month prior that his parents would be flying via Philippine Airlines. He even asked a colleague to switch schedules with him so he could be in the cockpit on his parents' flight. The colleague agreed and he flew serving as the 2nd officer assisting the captain for the flight.

His mom had to leave him when he was 8 to marry his stepfather. He said his parents would usually visit the Philippines every 3 years, but this would be their first Christmas in the Philippines in 5 years.

Fermin and his mother could spend Christmas together for the first time after long years of being apart.

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Thursday, December 21, 2017

5 Money Saving Tips For OFWs For Christmas Season

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Its holiday season again and your family back home is excited to receive gifts from you. They probably requested what they want for Christmas and they are expecting to see these items inside the balikbayan box.

Many OFWs tend to spend and send more during the holidays as a way to get even for the lost time with the family together.

The usual mind set that OFWs have plenty of money become more imminent during the season.

Do not let the holidays stress you out.

We provided tips you need in dealing with the holidays and getting out of this stressful situation victoriously.

Its holiday season again and your family back home is excited to receive gifts from you. They probably requested what they want for Christmas and they are expecting to see these items inside the balikbayan box. Many OFWs tend to spend and send more during the holidays as a way to get even for the lost time with the family together. The usual mind set that OFWs have plenty of money become more imminent during the season. Do not let the holidays stress you out. We provided tips you need in dealing with the holidays and getting out of this stressful situation victoriously. 1) Set your budget ahead of Christmas and make sure you stick to it! First and foremost before plunging into Christmas shopping, you must determine how much do you have and how much do you plan to spend. Know your limits and do not spend beyond your means unless you are planning to return to your host country with empty pockets, or worse, engulfed by neck deep debts. Do not pretend to be rich when you know it is far from reality. Spend wise and you will never regret it. 2) Make a list of people you plan to give gifts to. You don't need to give everyone a gift. Make a list. This will help you keep track of your spending and you won't miss out anyone that is closest to your heart. Being practical means a lot. Sponsored Links 3) Learn to say "no". Your kids has unlimited list of things they want, and because you want to make up with the times they spent without you beside them, you tend to cover it all up with material things that they want. unfortunately, it is not the wisest thing to do. The best way in handling it is to impose a one-gift policy. Let your family choose what they want for Christmas but you still need to check if it is within the budget. Explain the need to budget your spending to them. It also applies to relatives and friends. 4) Do not be deceived by freebies and "limited offers". Do not let these marketing strategy by malls and supermarkets get you. Things really aren't what they appear to be. Those "freebies" are there to make you spend more and you are actually paying for them. Stick to your list and go only for what you can afford. 5) Spend your Christmas bonus wisely. Did you received a Christmas bonus? Hold onto your horses and don't get too excited just yet. You can use it for something more practical than spending it all to make everyone "happy". You can use the money for paying off your debts or keep it as a savings that you can use should emergency comes. You will never know when do you need a contingency budget and it is better that you saved some amount for future use. You can enjoy the holidays without spending everything you have up to the last centavo. Christmas is about family and togetherness, all that matters is the quality time you spend together and not the material things you can give . Advertisement Read More: ©2017 THOUGHTSKOTO

1) Set your budget ahead of Christmas and make sure you stick to it!
First and foremost before plunging into Christmas shopping, you must determine how much do you have and how much do you plan to spend.

Know your limits and do not spend beyond your means unless you are planning to return to your host country with empty pockets, or worse, engulfed by neck deep debts.

Do not pretend to be rich when you know it is far from reality. Spend wise and you will never regret it.

2) Make a list of people you plan to give gifts to.

You don't need to give everyone a gift. Make a list. This will help you keep track of your spending and you won't miss out anyone that is closest to your heart.

Being practical means a lot.

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3) Learn to say "no".

Your kids has unlimited list of things they want, and because you want to make up with the times they spent without you beside them, you tend to cover it all up with material things that they want.

unfortunately, it is not the wisest thing to do.

The best way in handling it is to impose a one-gift policy. Let your family choose what they want for Christmas but you still need to check if it is within the budget. Explain the need to budget your spending to them.
It also applies to relatives and friends.

4) Do not be deceived by freebies and "limited offers".

Do not let these marketing strategy by malls and supermarkets get you. Things really aren't what they appear to be. Those "freebies" are there to make you spend more and you are actually paying for them.

Stick to your list and go only for what you can afford.

5) Spend your Christmas bonus wisely.

Did you received a Christmas bonus? Hold onto your horses and don't get too excited just yet. You can use it for something more practical than spending it all to make everyone "happy".

You can use the money for paying off your debts or keep it as a savings that you can use should emergency comes.

You will never know when do you need a contingency budget and it is better that you saved some amount for future use.

You can enjoy the holidays without spending everything you have up to the last centavo. Christmas is about family and togetherness, all that matters is the quality time you spend together and not the material things you can give .

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Wednesday, December 06, 2017

This Christmas, OFW Told To Have Constant Communication With Their Children

For Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) working away from home or away from people you love is one of the saddest things to endure. The second one probably is celebrating Christmas in the foreign land without your family. Much worse if you are in the countries that do not celebrate Christmas like in the Middle East.

But aside from OFWs, their family too especially children are experiencing the same feeling. Maybe not to the extent feeling of loneliness, but Christmas and New Year Celebration without a mother or a father are not complete.

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For OFW children, a presence cannot be compensated with presents or gift. It means the physical presence of parents, especially during this celebration, is much important compared to what material things they received this Christmas.

According to Psychiatrist Dr. Babes Arcena, OFWs' children yearn for their parent's attention and presence. This is in spite of modern technologies we have to bridge the communication between OFWs and their children way back home. She added the feeling is different when you and your loved ones are physically together.

And because it is impossible for all OFWs to go home for Christmas, she said, OFWs should establish a constant communication with their children so that kids won't feel the loss.

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She said if both parents are not around, the caregivers or guardian should take good care of the children and make them understand why their parents are working abroad.

She added that it is also important for the guardian to give genuine love and to OFWs children in the absence of parents.

Source: ABS-CBN News

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Monday, December 12, 2016

WHERE ARE YOU GONNA SPEND YOUR CHRISTMAS?

Christmas Season undoubtedly can bring joy and happiness to everyone. Young
and young-at-heart alike, Christmas is the most awaited time of the year to spend time with family friends and loved ones.
But how about if you are an OFW (Overseas Filipino Worker) who is working miles away from your dearest family, especially those who are in Arab countries that does not celebrate Christmas?
How and where would you spend this day?

Watch this heartwarming video of an OFW, who will be spending his Christmas with her mother after years of working abroad.

More OFWs can relate to this situation. For most of us, Christmas can be happier if we are at home with the family we love. But how about the people affected by disasters, can they still have a happy Christmas?

The answer is a big resounding "YES".
The joy of Christmas does not end in being away or not having anything.
No matter where you are or what kind of situation you are in, you can still have a happy Christmas.
All you got to have is a thankful heart; being thankful of what the first Christmas brought on mankind -- the Messiah, the Prince of Peace, the Savior.
Pure joy comes from the heart. No matter where you're at, Christmas happens at it brings happiness to every heart, especially for those who need it.

Have a Merry Christmas!

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China's plans to hire Filipino household workers to their five major cities including Beijing and Shanghai, was reported at a local newspaper Philippine Star. it could be a big break for the household workers who are trying their luck in finding greener pastures by working overseas China is offering up to P100,000 a month, or about HK$15,000. The existing minimum allowable wage for a foreign domestic helper in Hong Kong is around HK$4,310 per month. Dominador Say, undersecretary of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), said that talks are underway with Chinese embassy officials on this possibility. China’s five major cities, including Beijing, Shanghai and Xiamen will soon be the haven for Filipino domestic workers who are seeking higher income. DOLE is expected to have further negotiations on the launch date with a delegation from China in September. according to Usec Say, Chinese employers favor Filipino domestic workers for their English proficiency, which allows them to teach their employers’ children. Chinese embassy officials also mentioned that improving ties with the leadership of President Rodrigo Duterte has paved the way for the new policy to materialize. There is presently a strict work visa system for foreign workers who want to enter mainland China. But according Usec. Say, China is serious about the proposal. Philippine Labor Secretary Silvestre Bello said an estimated 200,000 Filipino domestic helpers are presently working illegally in China. With a great demand for skilled domestic workers, Filipino OFWs would have an option to apply using legal processes on their desired higher salary for their sector. Source: ejinsight.com, PhilStar Read More: The effectivity of the Nationwide Smoking Ban or E.O. 26 (Providing for the Establishment of Smoke-free Environment in Public and Enclosed Places) started today, July 23, but only a few seems to be aware of it. President Rodrigo Duterte signed the Executive Order 26 with the citizens health in mind. Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella said the executive order is a milestone where the government prioritize public health protection. The smoking ban includes smoking in places such as schools, universities and colleges, playgrounds, restaurants and food preparation areas, basketball courts, stairwells, health centers, clinics, public and private hospitals, hotels, malls, elevators, taxis, buses, public utility jeepneys, ships, tricycles, trains, airplanes, and gas stations which are prone to combustion. The Department of Health urges all the establishments to post "no smoking" signs in compliance with the new executive order. They also appeal to the public to report any violation against the nationwide ban on smoking in public places. Read More: ©2017 THOUGHTSKOTO www.jbsolis.com SEARCH JBSOLIS, TYPE KEYWORDS and TITLE OF ARTICLE at the box below Smoking is only allowed in designated smoking areas to be provided by the owner of the establishment. Smoking in private vehicles parked in public areas is also prohibited. What Do You Need To know About The Nationwide Smoking Ban Violators will be fined P500 to P10,000, depending on their number of offenses, while owners of establishments caught violating the EO will face a fine of P5,000 or imprisonment of not more than 30 days. The Department of Health urges all the establishments to post "no smoking" signs in compliance with the new executive order. They also appeal to the public to report any violation against the nationwide ban on smoking in public places. ©2017 THOUGHTSKOTO

Friday, November 25, 2016

50 ABANDONED BALIKBAYAN BOX CONTAINERS TO BE AUCTIONED BY BUREAU OF CUSTOMS

To the OFWs who are sending their balikbayan boxes, be sure that the cargo companies or consolidators where you send your hard earned cargoes are legally operating and duly licensed by the DTI or your balikbayan boxes will never reach your loved ones.
Deal only with DTI accredited cargo forwarders in your area.

About 50 containers with Balikbayan Boxes that has been abandoned at the Manila Container Ports for almost a year will be placed under auction by the Bureau of Customs.
For the Spirit of the Christmas season, some of the interested bidders promised that they will give it for free or in less cost to the recipients.

The boxes has been on-hold due to different circumstances. Some forwarders are not duly registered, others did not pay proper taxes, there are companies that has been closed without notice. The result, BOC did not allow the release of the cargo. Due to the duration of being dormant at the MCP premises, the shipments has been deemed abandoned and subjected to auction under the law.

Customs Commissioner Nicanor Faeldon said that the process of auction should be hastened for the recipients to claim the balikbayan boxes in time for the Christmas season.
The companies and corporations that responded to the bidding promised that they will release the balikbayan boxes to their rightful recipients free of charge or in a very less cost for the spirit Of Christmas.

Meanwhile, a new memorandum from the Bureau of Customs prohibits any customs employee to open the balikbayan boxes unless something suspicious has been found on the x-ray inspection.The opening of balikbayan boxes has been a big issue during the last administration, Commissioner Faeldon assured that it will never happen during his watch.

"These commodities, the balikbayan boxes of our relatives are close to our hearts, we will treat them differently from the established procedure of the law," Faeldon said.