The Empty Mansions: Inside the Philippines’ ‘Ghost House’ Phenomenon

The Silent Witnesses: Ghost Houses and the OFW Dream Across the Philippine archipelago, a peculiar landscape unfolds: grand, often unoccupied houses rise in rural and suburban areas, testaments to the sacrifices and dreams of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs). These “ghost houses,” as they’re often called, represent a complex narrative of aspiration, economic realities, and the

The Metaverse Beckons: How OFWs Can Capitalize on Virtual Opportunities

OFWs Enter the Metaverse: A New Frontier for Economic Empowerment The metaverse, once a futuristic concept relegated to science fiction, is rapidly transforming into a tangible economic landscape. For Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), this digital frontier presents unprecedented opportunities to diversify income streams, acquire new skills, and participate in a global marketplace without leaving their