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English looking for information about Philippines
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Philippines and the ME War by PalawOne
ME war may jolt electricity bills: Bombing of refineries causes jittersBy Maria Romero,聽Lisa Marie Apacible 05 Mar 2026The Middle East (ME) crisis could trigger a domino effect, driving up not only fuel prices but also electricity ...
President Bill Clinton let off his own weapon of mass destruction in Monica Lewinsky's mouth.馃槀馃槀馃槀 Read More
Quality of customer service in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Customer service can say a lot about everyday life in the Philippines, and for many expats, it鈥檚 something that could take time to get used to. In order to help expats and soon-to-be expats to adjust to local expectations, ...
鈥淗ow would you describe customer service in the Philippines?鈥漋ariable. If you鈥檙e based in the capital Manila specifically Makati or BGC and frequent good quality hotels and restaurants the service generally is of a high standard ... Read More
The impact of artificial intelligence on the Philippines job market by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Artificial intelligence is driving major changes to the job market in the Philippines : task automation, evolving job roles and rise of new skills. For expats and soon-to-be expats, this transformation may raise some key questions ...
@FredHowever, the problem isn't the 'Indian' in Indian call centres, it's the 'call centres'.It hardly matters if they are based in India or Yorkshire, they tend to be a pain聽 ... especially the sales ones.Should have stuck with Bradford & ... Read More
The impact of artificial intelligence on the Philippines job market by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Artificial intelligence is driving major changes to the job market in the Philippines : task automation, evolving job roles and rise of new skills. For expats and soon-to-be expats, this transformation may raise some key questions ...
@danfinn For language, India is the largest English speaking country in the worldThe Brits in some ways are to blame for the Indian call centre explosion. Yup 'Mea Culpa.' We exported the worlds most successful language which in India's case ... Read More
The impact of artificial intelligence on the Philippines job market by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Artificial intelligence is driving major changes to the job market in the Philippines : task automation, evolving job roles and rise of new skills. For expats and soon-to-be expats, this transformation may raise some key questions ...
@KenUSAWell Ken I guess the 'tell' will be the loss of the Philippine accent at the other end of the line which is quite distinctive for travellers and expats in the Philippines.The BPO industry currently represents about 8% of Philippine GDP. Added ... Read More
Long Term Stay in PH by RoyHolland
Hi everyone.I鈥檓 coming to Cebu from the UK and will be staying four weeks.This is not my first visit to PH as I have visited three times and travelled from Banaue to Cagayan De Oro and many places in between. But my last visit was about twelve ...
@Enzyte BobThey can keep the house and all the bills that come with it. Also they can support themselves.The old saying that blood is thicker than water without a doubt applies in the Philippines. The 33 year old layabout stepson with no respect for ... Read More
Philippines and the ME War by PalawOne
ME war may jolt electricity bills: Bombing of refineries causes jittersBy Maria Romero,聽Lisa Marie Apacible 05 Mar 2026The Middle East (ME) crisis could trigger a domino effect, driving up not only fuel prices but also electricity ...
@Fred but the Philippines has shifted towards the USNot for much longer though. Your fellow China worshipper Sara Duterte has just confirmed she will run in the 2028 election. Read More
Philippines and the ME War by PalawOne
ME war may jolt electricity bills: Bombing of refineries causes jittersBy Maria Romero,聽Lisa Marie Apacible 05 Mar 2026The Middle East (ME) crisis could trigger a domino effect, driving up not only fuel prices but also electricity ...
@PalawOneMarcos implements 4-day work week in gov't agencies to cushion expected oil supply woes."So the bureaucrats get an extra day off. Some would say they only do 4 days work anyway such is the slothesome nature of civil servants.The average ... Read More
Philippines and the ME War by PalawOne
ME war may jolt electricity bills: Bombing of refineries causes jittersBy Maria Romero,聽Lisa Marie Apacible 05 Mar 2026The Middle East (ME) crisis could trigger a domino effect, driving up not only fuel prices but also electricity ...
At 30 cents with a 20 gallon tank you saved $6.00. Not enough for a Spanish latte at Starbucks. - @danfinn That would be a waste as Starbucks is a pretty rubbish coffee shop chain. - @Fred I actually enjoy their coffee and the vibe in their coffee ... Read More
Presently living in South Florida, moving as soon as I am able by marcfladell
This is the first time I've tried researching the Philippines through an expat chat room.聽 I don't know what I don't know but I want to learn.聽 I would like to strike up a conversation with those similarly situated.
@mugtechHow much did you get for your wife? Never thought they had a resale value mugtech. Especially after hubby has been effectively cleaned out with the divorce. Plus I never knew the loss was tax deductible 馃榾 Read More
Presently living in South Florida, moving as soon as I am able by marcfladell
This is the first time I've tried researching the Philippines through an expat chat room.聽 I don't know what I don't know but I want to learn.聽 I would like to strike up a conversation with those similarly situated.
@marcfladellMabuhay to the Forum Marc. Can鈥檛 really add much to the excellent advice given hitherto. One observation I will make having first made footfall in this archipelago of over 7000 islands ( on a business trip) in Jan 2001. To quote ... Read More
Philippines and the ME War by PalawOne
ME war may jolt electricity bills: Bombing of refineries causes jittersBy Maria Romero,聽Lisa Marie Apacible 05 Mar 2026The Middle East (ME) crisis could trigger a domino effect, driving up not only fuel prices but also electricity ...
What I don't understand about gasoline prices, the world market price went up because what is happening in the near east. But our cost of oil in the states should not reflect what is happening in the near east. It is an excellent excuse to jack up ... Read More
Long Term Stay in PH by RoyHolland
Hi everyone.I鈥檓 coming to Cebu from the UK and will be staying four weeks.This is not my first visit to PH as I have visited three times and travelled from Banaue to Cagayan De Oro and many places in between. But my last visit was about twelve ...
Bob, updating the bathroom is far cheaper than relocating, especially as you do have a known home and family around you. Moving is costly and wherever you land is the language or US style cooking going to follow you to a new destination? Personally ... Read More
Long Term Stay in PH by RoyHolland
Hi everyone.I鈥檓 coming to Cebu from the UK and will be staying four weeks.This is not my first visit to PH as I have visited three times and travelled from Banaue to Cagayan De Oro and many places in between. But my last visit was about twelve ...
@Enzyte I've been considering on moving out and have checked out renting a condo: Jazz Residence Makati, Uptown BGC Condo, Shore Residences & Light Residences. They have retail businesses on the first & second floors.If you decided to go ... Read More
Long Term Stay in PH by RoyHolland
Hi everyone.I鈥檓 coming to Cebu from the UK and will be staying four weeks.This is not my first visit to PH as I have visited three times and travelled from Banaue to Cagayan De Oro and many places in between. But my last visit was about twelve ...
@Enzyte BobEven if I as to move to the first floor only the stairs would be solved.But that would entail a trade off Bob. If I recall only the top floor has a working hot shower? Read More