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copperbadge · 10 months ago

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Radio Free Monday

Good morning everyone, and welcome to Radio Free Monday!

Ways to Give:

dancing-thru-clouds was recently hit with a surprise tax bill (she didn't realize her town had local income tax, and didn't receive the previous year's notice); she's adjusted her withholding to account for this, but still owes the balance from the past two years and is fundraising to cover the balance. You can give via paypal here.

stemmonade is a disabled Black trans person who relies on crowdfunding for survival since they can't work and their wife is currently unemployed; they are raising a little over $700 to cover rent and essentials in the meantime. You can read more, reblog, and find giving information here.

themerrymutants is a disabled queer man currently living on social security aid; he has recently had to travel to the emergency room several times for possible complications from a recent surgery, and is now short on rent because of the cost of transit. You can read more, reblog, and find giving information here.

Anon linked to a fundraiser for prototrans, a disabled artist who needs help with rent money; he is also offering commissions. You can read more, reblog, and find giving and commission information here.

Recurring Needs:

Anon linked to a fundraiser for a friend whose family has not had a working furnace since November; they've been using space heaters to keep warm but January in Chicago has been brutal and the space heaters aren't sufficient. With vulnerable family members including elderly relatives and children in the home, they need to raise $6K to get the furnace replaced. You can read more and support the fundraiser here.

thelastpyler is raising funds for food and to purchase medication for their family; you can read more and find giving information here.

Eli is a disabled Michigander who cares for their elderly grandmother; they are applying for SSDI, but their car was damaged recently and is undrivable, with estimated $8K-$12K in repairs to make it drivable. They need transportation for doctor's visits and legal consultations for their SSDI appeal, and have no way to get around without the car. You can read more and reblog here or give at the gofundme here.

loversdoom is a college student from the Philippines, studying away from her family, and her parents are unexpectedly unable to support her education; she is in mounting debt and facing eviction from her dorm in her last semester of college. She's raising funds to repair her laptop so she can do her schoolwork and find a remote job that will help her pay rent, and to fund the remainder of her schooling. You can read more and reblog here and support the fundraiser here.

Anon linked to karla-hoshi or Hoshi on TikTok, who is raising funds for cancer treatment for her cat Naku; they caught the cancer early and hope that he can survive it, but can't continue treatment without funding. You can read more and support the fundraiser here, as well as find links to her updates on tiktok.

chingaderita's partner recently lost their job due to a house fire that also destroyed the house; they're raising funds to keep food on the table, to try and get a supply of water to keep clean and do laundry, and for various bills until they can find new work. You can read more, reblog, and support the fundraiser here.

And this has been Radio Free Monday! Thank you for your time. You can post items for my attention at the Radio Free Monday submissions form. If you're new to fundraising, you may want to check out my guide to fundraising here.

#radio free monday #charity #philanthropy #fannish community

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unichrome · 1 year ago

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The biggest heist that almost was

Let me tell you about the most insane bank heist that is going to sound like I'm just leaking the script for the next American hacking movie. The goal? Steal one billion USD. And it all began with an email and a printer, which as we all know is where problems usually start. Another weapon in this heist was... Weekends and time zones.

As usual, no prior computer science education needed.

What happened?

On the morning of February 5th 2016, a printer had stopped working in the central bank of Bangladesh (Bangladesh Bank). But it wasn't just any printer, it was the printer responsible for printing all the records of the multimillion transfers going in and out of the bank. When the poor employees finally won the printer battle and had it resume normal operation, they saw a very concerning account transfer in the records that was coming out. The bank had an USD account in the USA, at Federal Reserve Bank, with approximately 1 billlion Dollars in it, and the Federal Reserve Bank had received instructions to drain almost the entire amount. In the records that came out in the printer, the American bank had attempted to urgently message the Bangladesh bank regarding this transfer, but couldn't get through to them. This was because the hack had actually started the day before, Thursday 4th, at around 20:00 Bangladesh time, when the bank was closed. However, USA had just started their day, giving the American bank plenty of time to follow through with the instructions from the Bangladesh bank to drain their entire account while they were closed. And that wasn't the end of it, as weekends are from Friday to Saturday in Bangladesh, meaning that the Bangladesh bank headquarters in Dhaka wouldn't discover this withdrawal until Sunday morning. That's when they immediately tried to reach the American bank, which of course didn't work as over there it was Saturday evening, and the American weekend is from Saturday to Sunday, meaning that they wouldn't be reachable until Monday.

You see what I mean by the hackers using time zones and weekends, finding the perfect time for the American bank to execute their orders while Bangladesh discovers the withdrawal several days too late, and again several days too late for Americans to be reachable. But it didn't stop there with their timehacking.

The money had to go somewhere from the American bank, and it would be stupid to send it directly to the hackers own account without laundering the money first. So they had set up four different bank accounts in the Philippines, using fake names and credentials. Why the Philippines? Because the Lunar new year was on Monday the 8th, which is a holiday and holiday means no bank activities in either Bangladesh or the Philippines, buying the hackers even more time. As a final act, they messed with the printer responsible for printing transaction records, adding another few hours to their schedule. Moon and stars really aligned perfectly for this plan.

But how did they do it?

It all began one year prior, in January 2015, with an email sent to several employees at the Bangladesh Bank. The email seemingly contained a job application from a person who didn't actually exist, but who was very polite in his request for a position at the bank, with a link to his CV and cover letter. Naturally this link led to a document with a little surprise gift - malware. Since the heist happened, at least one of the recipients must have clicked the link, and successfully deployed a RAT - Remote Access Trojan, malware that lets you control a computer from the comfort of your own home, as well as a toolkit with various malware to move from computer to computer, avoiding discovery, and covering their tracks.

From there, the hackers slowly made their way through the bank offices network, one step at a time to avoid setting off alarms, looking for any computer that had control of the banks SWIFT setup. SWIFT lets banks transfer large amounts of money between themselves and other banks connected to SWIFT. And as soon as they found one of those computers, they stopped. They didn't need to hack SWIFT in the traditional sense of the word - since they operated in a bank computer, the SWIFT-software assumed they naturally had to be bank employees. However, one of the parts of the malware used in the heist was for manipulating the SWIFT system, as the hackers weren't physically there to press anything. Additionally, since they were laying dormant for the time to strike, they needed to keep an eye out for SWIFT updates that could detect any tampering with the system, and adapt accordingly.

Then they waited many months for the stars to align on February 4th, 2016.

There were 35 transfers made by the hackers from the American bank account, totaling almost 1 billion USD, but there were two of these tiny little seemingly insignificant details that prevented this from becoming the worlds largest bank heist in history. The hackers biggest enemy became this concept known as “words”.

The Philippine bank accounts were all located in the same RCBC Bank office on Jupiter Street in Manila. And this would be the hackers downfall, as USA had sanctions put on an Iranian cargo ship called Jupiter. Since the transactions went to a recipient that contained the word “Jupiter”, it created a security alert in the Federal Reserve Bank that the employees needed to investigate. When they saw what was going on, they managed to stop all but five of the initial 35 transactions, thus “only” roughly 100 million USD made it to the Philippines. The Bangladesh bank requested to reverse the transactions, but since the money was in the Philippines, they would need bureaucracy in form of a court order to reclaim the money, and we all know that's not a 5 minute project. It was when Bangladesh filed the court order in late February that the case became public (since court orders are public documents) and the news broke to the country.

Once in the RCBC bank accounts, the money arrived on Friday the 5th and was immediately moved again. First the 100 million was converted to local currency, and some of it was withdrawn in cash, while the rest was sent off to other hacker-controlled locations. And this is where the second tiny little detail cut off even more of the hackers precious payday. 20 million USD had been sent to Shalika Foundation, a charity organisation in Sri Lanka. But, once again the hackers worst enemy - words - decided to strike again. A typo was made in their transaction, sending the money to “Shalika Fundation”, and a bank employee who must have had their morning coffee spotted this typo and rejected the transfer and kept the funds frozen. This left the hackers with 80 million USD.

✨Now comes the money laundering!✨

There was a second reason for choosing the Philippines as deposit zone; gambling is legal and the casinos had no money laundering regulations imposed. The accomplices of the heist booked private rooms in two casinos located in Manila - Solaire and Midas - and proceeded to purchase tokens to gamble for with the stolen money. Since they played with a room consisting of their fellow accomplices, winning was not really much of a challenge. Then the tokens could be exchanged back to money that would now be clean. To avoid suspicion, they didn't gamble all of the money at once, but over the course of several weeks gambled away the dirty money to clean money.

Who was behind it?

It's normally difficult to pinpoint where the more sophisticated hacking groups come from. Oftentimes, they will leave false clues behind that points to another group so they will face more trouble instead of the group that did it. They may even place clues from several different groups, just to mess with the analysts. It's also quite common to simply “steal” a way of working from another group, or use a leaked/stolen tool from another group (criminals aren't safe from other criminals, especially not in this business) - there are new malware coming out all the time with code that is just a slight modification of a well-known malware actor that had their source code leaked or simply had hired the same programmer. Or they may leave no clues as to who was behind it. Attribution to the guilty part is usually the single most difficult mission in IT-security - often it's just pure guesswork with little to no solid evidence to back it up, if you're lucky there's circumstantial evidence.

This case was no different. The first clue came from the IP the bad guys used to connect to the Bangladesh bank from. It was located in Pyongyang, North Korea. But, as I mentioned, this is not a conclusive verdict, as the IP may simply be planted false evidence to throw the analysts off their track. After the heist, the hackers used a data-wiper to scrub as much of their malware off the bank systems, but they didn't succeed in deleting all of it, some of the tools were still present, including the wiper.

Due to the scale of this operation, it caught the attention of every single IT-security person and IT-security company worldwide, who all of course wanted to know who and how they did it. With the remaining malware, a joint effort was made, comparing malware code to other malware code for similarities. Some was found in Poland, after an analyst noted the similarities from another suspected North Korean hack. Some was found in another infamous North Korean hack targeting Sony Pictures. More and more signs pointed towards the same actor. Some were false leads, the hackers seemed to be wanting to implicate the Russians did it, but failed quite miserably at that, just sprinkling random Russian words into the malware and making it way too obvious it was a ruse.

You may not believe this, but the North Korean government has one of the most notorious hacking groups in the world, known as the Lazarus Group. Some of its more well-known adventures include an extremely data-destructive hack of Sony Pictures (as punishment for releasing “The Interview”), creation of the ransomware WannaCry which was used against many targets worldwide (including hospitals), and various attempts at gathering information from governments and government-affiliated corporations all over the world. And, of course, this heist.

Eventually, after months of collaboration all over the world, the final verdict fell on North Korea, and specifically one of their programmers. His name is Park Jin Hyok, and worked for Chosun Expo - a front company for the North Korean government, located in Dalian (China) who used the funds of the fake corporation gained from legitimate programming jobs from customers worldwide to create the malware and plan the heist with all of its expenses. Of course he wasn't the sole person involved in this project, but it's the only person we know was in it.

This particular heist had been meticulously planned for several years, and Park Jin Hyok had moved to Dalian, set up fake IDs and built a network of contacts there to avoid suspicion. However, he didn't manage to delete all of his online footprints, and became the number one suspect when his internet activities suddenly came from Pyongyang, North Korea.

Additionally, several Chinese business men - many associated with the casino industry in China's Macau territory - were also charged and arrested for assisting with setting up the gambling rooms and coordinating the money laundering process. One unknown Chinese business man managed to get away with 31 million USD of the 80 million that remained after the heist, and as you would expect, he was never to be seen again.

With the middlemen from China paid off, not much remained of the original 1 billion to North Korea. But the heist has fascinated the whole IT-security world nonetheless.

I remember when the news of this case dropped to the IT-security world, who all wanted to take part in the hunt. It was a very fun time, we were all sitting at the edge of our seats waiting for the next update. I hope it was at least somewhat exciting for you too to read about, and thank you for reading this long post! If you liked it, please consider reblogging as it motivates me to write more. You may also like malware stuff I've written about before, such as Stuxnet or just plain evil malware that is a threat to our daily lives.

As always my inbox is open if you have any questions.

#datatag #bangladesh #heist #lazarus #north korea #malware #security #Bank #Hacking #Cybersecurity

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octuscle · 2 years ago

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Hello, I'm the wrestler bear from a while ago. After my 30 days ended, my app started glitching and started adding even more presets? By the end of it, the last preset pretty much mixed all the other presets before it and selected itself without my consent, please tulungan mo ko di ko alam ang nangyayari natatakot na ko!

Okay, this looks like a hacker attack. I could talk about security settings, but that won't help you now. I have contacted our IT administration. They suspect that the remote control of your app was started somewhere in the Philippines. Is that so? You are in Manila? Okay, so the hackers obviously also used the teleport function.

Good news: We have control over your account again. But the system is a bit unstable, so we will delete your account right away. Please reset your entire mobile device completely and get back to us when all security updates are done. Then we can reset your account, but it will take a few days.

Before I delete your account now, I will make a few quick changes to your profile. You went to the international school, so your English should be pretty good now. And I got you a job as a personal trainer in the gym at the Sofitel. The concierge is informed that you also make room visits.

#male tf #muscle tf #race change #chronivac

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rockislandadultreads · 1 year ago

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Libby Spotlight: True Crime eBooks

Still Life with Bones by Alexa Hagerty

Throughout Guatemala’s thirty-six-year armed conflict, state forces killed more than two hundred thousand people. Argentina’s military dictatorship disappeared up to thirty thousand people. In the wake of genocidal violence, families of the missing searched for the truth. Young scientists joined their fight against impunity. Gathering evidence in the face of intimidation and death threats, they pioneered the field of forensic exhumation for human rights.

In Still Life with Bones, anthropologist Alexa Hagerty learns to see the dead body with a forensic eye. She examines bones for marks of torture and fatal wounds—hands bound by rope, machete cuts—and also for signs of identity: how life shapes us down to the bone. A weaver is recognized from the tiny bones of the toes, molded by kneeling before a loom; a girl is identified alongside her pet dog. In the tenderness of understanding these bones, forensics not only offers proof of mass atrocity but also tells the story of each life lost. Working with forensic teams at mass grave sites and in labs, Hagerty discovers how bones bear witness to crimes against humanity and how exhumation can bring families meaning after unimaginable loss. She also comes to see how cutting-edge science can act as ritual—a way of caring for the dead with symbolic force that can repair societies torn apart by violence.

Weaving together powerful stories about investigative breakthroughs, histories of violence and resistance, and her own forensic coming-of-age, Hagerty crafts a moving portrait of the living and the dead.

The Science of Murder by Carla Valentine

Agatha Christie is the bestselling novelist of all time, and nearly every story she ever wrote involves one—or, more commonly, several—dead bodies. And the cause of death, the motives behind violent crimes, the clues that inevitably are left behind, and the people who put the pieces together to solve the mystery invite the reader to analyze the evidence and race to find the answer before the detective does. Nearly every step of the way, Christie outlines the nuts and bolts of early 20th-century crime detection, relying on physical evidence to tell the real story behind the facades humans erect to escape detection.

Christie wouldn't have talked of "forensics" as it is understood today—most of her work predates the modern developments of forensics science—but in each tale she harnesses the power of human observation, ingenuity, and scientific developments of the era. A fascinating, science-based deep dive, The Science of Murder examines the use of fingerprints, firearms, handwriting, blood spatter analysis, toxicology, and more in Christie's beloved works.

Lost in the Valley of Death by Harley Rustad

For centuries, India has enthralled westerners looking for an exotic getaway, a brief immersion in yoga and meditation, or in rare cases, a true pilgrimage to find spiritual revelation. Justin Alexander Shetler, an inveterate traveler trained in wilderness survival, was one such seeker.

In his early thirties Justin Alexander Shetler, quit his job at a tech startup and set out on a global journey: across the United States by motorcycle, then down to South America, and on to the Philippines, Thailand, and Nepal, in search of authentic experiences and meaningful encounters, while also documenting his travels on Instagram. His enigmatic character and magnetic personality gained him a devoted following who lived vicariously through his adventures. But the ever restless explorer was driven to pursue ever greater challenges, and greater risks, in what had become a personal quest—his own hero's journey.

In 2016, he made his way to the Parvati Valley, a remote and rugged corner of the Indian Himalayas steeped in mystical tradition yet shrouded in darkness and danger. There, he spent weeks studying under the guidance of a sadhu, an Indian holy man, living and meditating in a cave. At the end of August, accompanied by the sadhu, he set off on a "spiritual journey" to a holy lake—a journey from which he would never return.

Lost in the Valley of Death is about one man's search to find himself, in a country where for many westerners the path to spiritual enlightenment can prove fraught, even treacherous. But it is also a story about all of us and the ways, sometimes extreme, we seek fulfillment in life.

She Kills Me by Jennifer Wright

In every tragic story, men are expected to be the killers. There are countless studies and works of art made about male violence. However, when women are featured in stories about murder, they are rarely portrayed as predators. They're the prey. This common dynamic is one of the reasons that women are so enthralled by female murderers. They do the things that women aren't supposed to do and live the lives that women aren't supposed to want: lives that are impulsive and angry and messy and inconvenient. Maybe we feel bad about loving them, but we eat it up just the same. Residing squarely in the middle of a Venn diagram of feminism and true crime, She Kills Me tells the story of 40 women who murdered out of necessity, fear, revenge, and even for pleasure.

#true crime #true crime books #nonfiction #nonfiction books #nonfiction reads #ebooks #libby #library books #reading recommendations #reading recs #book recommendations #book recs #tbr #tbrpile #to read #booklr #book tumblr #book blog #library blog

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hidemikozume · 2 years ago

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Manjiro Sano x OC, Mikey kills the founders and close friends before leaving for the Philippines.

A/N: Honestly got very emotional writing this!

Cw: Angst, use of guns, blood, death (don't think I missed any but let me know if I did!

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After Takemichi left Toman, it started to change under Mikey's rule. He was never the same as he used to be, almost as if something was controlling him that no one could see. What people didn't know is that is exactly what was going on.

Due to this, Toman was starting to take a more violent approach, causing most to either leave or follow orders out of fear. Hidemi would have been following under Mikey down this path since she didn't have much regard for her own life after losing Keisuke Baji. Yet sadly, Hidemi was forcefully taken back home and moved to a more remote part of Japan, which only meant for her a life of suffering and pain of various levels.

Losing the light in her eyes, as well as losing countless battles of abuse from her father Hidemi was now littered in scars all over her face and body. Her personality changing entirely to that was a shattered being.

When she could, Hidemi left home and moved back to Central Tokyo but she didn't return to the life of delinquency and when Mikey caught wind of this, he took it as a betrayal of a different kind. Having already killed Hakkai, Chifuyu as well as Mitsuya and Draken, Mikey knew he had one last job to do before he could flee the country and lead a different life.

Once finding her, Mikey stood in mostly silence until Hidemi looked up and saw Mikey, forcing a small smile to don her face even if her eyes were sunken and heavy. "It's been a while, hasn't it, Mikey?" She asked, voice void of any previous happiness she had. Her eyes soon landed on the gun in the man's hand, looking up to him once again. "Seems you have a plan for me, huh?". Mikey stared at her blankly for a moment, formulating a sentence in his head before speaking, "You never came back to me once you arrived here. Why?" He waited for her to reply, but she shook her head a little and smiled more "C'mon take my hand whilst I go?" She asked, feeling her eyes start to water." At least you can put my suffering to an end..." she muttered. Mikey, albeit confused, decided to comply and took the outstretched hand into his own.

*bang*

Briefly feeling her heart stop and skip several beats upon feeling a bullet enter her lower abdominal area, she shakily smiled to Mikey. Her frail hand now clutches the pale man's in her own as her dead purple eyes met his equally dead grey ones. "I always wanted to return to you, M-mikey... I just...w-wanted to be strong enough for you. " This causes Mikey's heart to skip a beat, for the first time out of the 5 victims before he felt something he hadn't before. Guilt. As guilt filled his system he dropped the gun and carefully took Hidemi into his arms, but not letting go of her hand as she lifted her head weakly to meet his "Thank you Mikey...I'll make sure to watch over you with Shinichiro..." she uttered with her fleeting breath. Tears formed in Mikeys eye's as he kept them locked with his dying friend and childhood partner in his arms, knowing there was no way he could stop this. "Until we meet again...sad its raining so heavily."

With that, the light finally left her eyes and the final fated breathe left her scarred mouth, head lulling against his chest and hand going limp. Mikey held onto her a little longer, basking in the last moments he would ever get to share with her before slowly carrying her to the river bank where they shared so many memories at once before. As the sun started to rise, he took his leave and made his way to his new life in the Philippines.

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Art Credir: @foxinthewoodstudio (Instagram)

#toman mikey #manjiro sano #manjiro angst #manjiro x oc #oc lore #tokyo revengers oc #angst

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link1n · 2 hours ago

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Perhaps the biggest irony is that the immigrants don’t need to immigrate to take American jobs. They can work remotely for many of these positions. That’s a lose-lose for the US economy. We export the job and salary, and that $ ends up boosting the economy where the remote workers physically lives, be it India, Ireland, or the Philippines. Only the bosses win.

Elon wants sweat shop economics.

Vivek trashing American tech workers, American culture, and education.

#AmericanWorkersLast

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aitoolswhitehattoolbox · 2 days ago

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Data Analyst - Philippines

Job Description: Work Arrangement: Fully remote, overlapping EST working hours Job Type: Independent Contractor, Full-time Salary Range: Competitve salary. Work Schedule: 40 hours per week, with core hours between 9 AM – 6 PM EST Loca… Apply Now

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outsourcingoffshoringworldwide · 1 year ago

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Embracing the Future: Best Cities Outside Metro Manila for Remote Work in the Philippines

In the ever-evolving landscape of work, remote jobs and remote work have become not just a trend but a necessity. As professionals increasingly seek a work-life balance and companies embrace the flexibility of remote work, the focus is shifting beyond the bustling metropolis of Manila. The Philippines, with its diverse landscapes and growing infrastructure, offers a myriad of options for remote professionals looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the capital city. Let's explore some of the best cities outside Metro Manila for remote work.

Cebu City: The Queen City of the South

Cebu City is not only a popular tourist destination but also an emerging hub for remote work. With a robust IT-BPM industry, a growing number of co-working spaces, and a laid-back lifestyle, Cebu provides the perfect blend of work and relaxation. The city's strong internet connectivity ensures that remote professionals can seamlessly connect to their virtual offices from the comfort of their homes or vibrant co-working spaces.

Davao City: Gateway to Mindanao

Davao City, known for its safety and cleanliness, is making its mark as a remote work destination. The city offers a peaceful environment, allowing professionals to focus on their tasks without the distractions of a bustling metropolis. Davao's strategic location also makes it an ideal base for exploring the natural wonders of Mindanao during breaks from work.

Iloilo City: A Rising Star in the Visayas

Iloilo City, with its rich cultural heritage and growing infrastructure, is emerging as a top choice for remote professionals. The city boasts a lower cost of living compared to Metro Manila, making it an attractive option for those looking to maximize their earnings. With the development of modern business districts and a range of dining and leisure options, Iloilo is transforming into a remote work haven.

Baguio City: The Summer Capital of the Philippines

Nestled in the mountains, Baguio City offers a unique remote work experience with its cool climate and scenic views. The city's creative atmosphere, coupled with a burgeoning start-up community, makes it an inspiring place for remote professionals. Baguio's well-established infrastructure and high-speed internet ensure a smooth remote work experience, allowing individuals to balance productivity and relaxation.

Tagaytay City: A Serene Escape

Known for its picturesque views and cool climate, Tagaytay City is an excellent choice for remote workers seeking a serene environment. While not as bustling as Metro Manila, Tagaytay provides essential amenities and a growing number of co-working spaces. The proximity to Metro Manila also makes it a convenient choice for those who occasionally need to visit the capital.

As remote work becomes a permanent fixture in the professional landscape, exploring cities outside Metro Manila opens up new possibilities for remote professionals in the Philippines. Whether it's the vibrant atmosphere of Cebu, the tranquility of Davao, the cultural richness of Iloilo, the creative hub of Baguio, or the serene escape of Tagaytay, these cities offer a balance between work and lifestyle. Embrace the future of work by considering these remote work-friendly cities for your next career move in the Philippines.

#remote work #remote jobs in the Philippines #remote jobs

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goteamphilippines · 2 years ago

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Job Hiring: Finance Coordinator - GoTeam Philippines

HiringNow: WFH Finance Coordinator!

We are looking for a Finance Coordinator who has at least 2 years of accounting experience and experience in Xero and payroll.

Earn up to PHP35K Work remotely or from your home Day shift Free HMO coverage for you and your loved one starting from day 1 Work equipment will be provided

Kickstart your application here.

#Finance Coordinator #wfh bpo hiring #work from home jobs #jobs to work from home #work from home jobs philippines #work from home jobs hiring #Home-based jobs #Virtual jobs #Remote jobs

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copperbadge · 11 months ago

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Radio Free Monday

Good morning everyone, and welcome to Radio Free Monday!

Ways to Give:

captain-dh linked to a fundraiser for Avi, the daughter of a close friend who is five years old and was just diagnosed with Granulomatous Mycosis Fungoides, a rare form of lymphoma. It is especially rare in children and incurable; she will need lifelong care. You can read more and support the fundraiser here. (On a personal note this is close to my heart -- I also have mycosis fungoides, though I'm lucky that mine is considered in remission. I can confirm what's in the gofundme regarding treatment for most presentations of the disease.)

potatoshoe linked to deliriumcrow and cipheramnesia, who lost their house in a fire and were then scammed by the contractor they hired, resulting in further damage to their house. They are raising money to pay for repairs from both the fire and the contractor; you can read more and support the fundraiser here.

Eli is a disabled Michigander who cares for their elderly grandmother; they are applying for SSDI, but their car was damaged recently and is undrivable, with an $800 charge just for a diagnostic. They are living paycheck to paycheck and can't afford repairs; they're raising funds to cover the diagnostic and tow, and eventually the full repair. You can read more and reblog here or give at the gofundme here.

idiomagic's husband's company just went under with no warning, leaving them with no income and no severance pay; she is disabled but has not been able to qualify for assistance, and they are looking at bills arriving before unemployment does. You can read more and support the fundraiser here.

poignardrose is a college student from the Philippines, studying away from her family, and her parents are unexpexctedly unable to support her education; she is in mounting debt and facing eviction from her dorm in her last semester of college. She's raising funds to repair her laptop so she can do her schoolwork and find a remote job that will help her pay rent, and to fund the remainder of her schooling. You can read more, reblog, and support the fundraiser here.

highlander_ii is moving cross country next month, and needs help covering that in order not to wipe out her savings completely; she's raising about $1K for costs, and you can read more and find giving information here or give directly via paypal.

queerdo-mcjewface is raising funds for incarcerated penpal Shine White, who has been moved out of solitary but needs hygiene products and is trying to acquire new books for ongoing learning; you can read more, reblog, and find giving information here or purchase books from his wishlist here.

Buy Stuff, Help Out:

Anon linked to thelittlestpersimmon/Caleb, an artist who is offering commissions in return for $80+ donations to Palestinian causes. You can read more, reblog, and find giving information here.

Anon linked to mxwhore, who is splitting their Patreon commissions between Care for Gaza and Techo Chile, to help the ongoing crisis in Chile. You can read more and reblog here or (please note, the following link has an 18+ banner on it; minors should not click) support the patreon here

Recurring Needs:

Anon linked to karla-hoshi or Hoshi on TikTok, who is raising funds for cancer treatment for her cat Naku; they caught the cancer early and hope that he can survive it. You can read more and support the fundraiser here, as well as find links to her updates on tiktok.

chingaderita's partner's family house recently caught fire and completely burned, killing his grandmother and causing extensive property loss; he has also recently lost his job due to the fire, and a number of family members have since become ill. They're raising funds to keep food on the table, to try and get a supply of water to keep clean and do laundry, and for various bills. You can read more, reblog, and support the fundraiser here.

forlorn-kumquat is raising funds to get seating and storage for their third-grade classroom, to help their students learn comfortably. You can read more and support the fundraiser here.

#radio free monday #charity #philanthropy #fannish community

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zack-guialel-ihl8 · 22 days ago

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Compensating Workers Better in the Philippines: Beyond Labor Standards

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In the Philippines, workers face significant challenges when it comes to fair compensation. While the government has set labor standards to ensure a basic level of protection for workers, such as minimum wage laws, overtime pay, and social security benefits, there is still much to be done to improve the financial well-being of workers across various industries. To truly uplift the working class and address the socio-economic inequalities that persist in the country, additional benefits and policies should be considered. These would go beyond the bare minimum and offer workers the opportunity to improve their quality of life, secure long-term well-being, and achieve financial stability.

A critical issue for workers in the Philippines is the gap between the minimum wage and the actual cost of living. While the government periodically adjusts the minimum wage, it often falls short of meeting the basic needs of workers and their families. According to some studies, the minimum wage in many regions of the country remains insufficient to cover the costs of food, shelter, healthcare, and education.

To address this issue, the government should aim to implement a livable wage, one that takes into account regional variations in the cost of living, and ensures that workers can cover their basic needs without resorting to debt or living in poverty. A livable wage should not just meet the bare minimum, but provide workers with enough disposable income to contribute to their families' well-being, invest in their children's education, and plan for the future.

Health is one of the greatest concerns for Filipino workers, especially in light of the pandemic and the rising costs of medical care. While the Philippines has the PhilHealth system, it is often seen as inadequate in providing full coverage, particularly for chronic illnesses or complex medical needs. Companies, especially large corporations, should be encouraged or mandated to provide comprehensive health insurance that extends beyond just hospitalization and emergency care. Benefits could include regular health check-ups, mental health support, and coverage for wellness programs, which are essential in improving workers’ overall health and reducing absenteeism due to health issues.

Another area where workers in the Philippines struggle is access to affordable and decent housing. Many workers in the informal sector or low-income jobs are forced to live in substandard conditions or far from their places of work, leading to long commutes and a diminished quality of life. Housing benefits could include subsidized loans, access to affordable housing programs, or assistance in acquiring land for workers, especially those in rural areas or those working in remote areas. By addressing the housing crisis, the government and private sector can ensure that workers have stable, secure living environments, which in turn boosts their overall productivity and morale.

The current pension system in the Philippines, particularly under the Social Security System (SSS), often does not provide enough support for workers to retire with dignity. Many Filipinos continue to work well past the retirement age due to insufficient savings or pension benefits. Employers should be encouraged to contribute to employee retirement plans that go beyond the statutory requirements, helping workers build substantial retirement savings. These plans could include profit-sharing schemes or employer-matched contributions to personal retirement accounts, providing workers with a safety net once they are no longer able to work.

In a country with strong family values, workers—particularly women—are often forced to choose between their careers and family responsibilities. While the government has enacted laws for maternity leave and paternity leave, these are still relatively short, particularly when compared to other countries. Paid family leave, including extended maternity and paternity leave, should be expanded. This policy would allow workers to care for their families without worrying about losing income. Offering parental leave benefits for both parents, not just mothers, would also encourage shared responsibility in child-rearing and improve family dynamics, making it easier for women to remain in the workforce.

Finally, improving job security should be a central aspect of worker compensation. Many Filipino workers, especially in the informal sector, face the constant threat of termination without just cause or fair notice. Strengthening labor rights protection and cracking down on unfair practices, such as contractualization, can ensure that workers are treated with dignity and respect. Ensuring that workers have stable, permanent contracts rather than temporary arrangements will provide them with peace of mind and foster long-term commitment to their jobs.

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granilkhate · 25 days ago

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How Can We Compensate Better Our Workers in the Philippines?

Improving the lives of Filipino workers goes beyond just paying them fair wages. Although the Labor Code already sets minimum wages, benefits, and worker protections, many workers still face financial difficulties. To truly improve their situation, we need to consider adding extra benefits that can help workers not only survive but thrive. There are several areas where we can make changes that would significantly improve the lives of workers in the Philippines. One key improvement is offering flexible work arrangements. The pandemic showed us that remote work and hybrid work setups can be highly beneficial for workers. These setups help workers save on transportation costs, reduce the stress of long commutes, and improve their work-life balance. To build on this, we could pass laws that guarantee workers the option to work from home or have flexible hours, as long as it doesn’t affect the quality or amount of work. For jobs where remote work isn’t possible, like those in manufacturing or healthcare, we could introduce shorter workweeks or staggered shifts, where workers take turns coming in at different times. These measures could also improve workers' productivity and reduce stress.

Another important area to address is healthcare. While PhilHealth provides some medical support, it often doesn’t cover all the medical expenses that workers face. Many workers end up paying out of pocket for treatments and medicines, which can be a heavy financial burden. To fix this, the government could require employers to offer additional health benefits, either through private insurance or by providing supplemental health coverage. This would help workers and their families manage medical costs better, reducing the financial strain during health emergencies and ensuring workers have access to proper healthcare. Childcare support is also an issue that needs attention. Many Filipino workers, especially women, struggle to juggle their jobs and take care of their children. The cost and availability of childcare services can be a huge challenge. To help with this, the government could introduce subsidized child care services or offer tax breaks to employers who set up childcare facilities in the workplace. This would not only help working parents, particularly mothers, balance their work and family responsibilities but also promote gender equality in the workplace. When workers don’t have to worry about their children while they work, they are more likely to focus better and be more productive.

The rising cost of living in the country is another challenge that affects workers. Prices for basic goods, housing, and transportation have increased, making it harder for workers to make ends meet. To ease this burden, the government could offer more housing programs to help workers find affordable homes close to their workplaces. Having affordable housing options near industrial zones or urban centers would cut down on commuting time and transportation costs. Additionally, transportation subsidies, such as vouchers or shuttle services provided by employers, would help workers, especially those in big cities like Metro Manila, save money on commuting. These measures would reduce the financial pressure on workers and make their daily lives more manageable.

In conclusion, improving the compensation for workers is not just about raising their wages. It’s about addressing their overall needs and creating an environment where they feel valued and secure. By offering flexible work arrangements, better healthcare, childcare support, and subsidies for housing and transportation, we can help workers thrive in their jobs and in their personal lives. These changes would make workers feel more motivated, productive, and loyal to their employers. When the workforce is supported and well-compensated, the whole country benefits. Investing in workers is investing in the future of the nation.

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shanneherbal · 1 month ago

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How Herbal Supplements in the Philippines Are Ideal for Busy Lifestyles

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In the hustle and bustle of Filipino cities, citizens lean towards herbal supplements in the Philippines to sustain their busy lives. Taking these supplements is an easy and natural way to support health in the country with minimal to no possible adverse effects. If you’re one of the many professionals working in the office all day, you might want to consider taking one.

Want to learn how these supplements are ideal wellness solutions for your hectic schedules? Read the article below!

Why Health Support is Essential for Busy Lifestyles

The extensive daily commute, work stress, and limited rest are just a few examples of the common problems that most Filipinos experience. Due to increased stress and fatigue, people need ample support to help them cope with everyday stressors. Aside from proper mental wellness to help combat stress, they should also care for their physical health.

And one of the things that you should do is to take this supplementary medicine. Herbal supplements in the Philippines are common options for these problems, especially for those wanting to live more holistic lifestyles. They are accessible and affordable, making them better alternatives for some, as opposed to their synthetic counterparts.

Common Busy Jobs That Could Benefit From Herbal Capsules

Several employees in the Philippine cities can benefit from natural dietary supplements, such as Shanne’s Herb-Plus capsule. To have a broader understanding of these supplements, you should first know the professionals who need them.

BPO Employees and Call Center Agents

Business Processing Outsourcing (BPO) employees and call center agents commonly have schedules based on other time zones. Their irregular shifts, high stress, and long hours may negatively impact their health. Thus, they may need extra supplements to ensure optimum health.

Healthcare Workers (Nurses, Doctors, Caregivers)

Healthcare workers face multiple challenges on a daily basis. Due to long hours and illness exposure, they became the country's frontline workers. This is especially true during health crises, so they need added protection from supplements.

Construction and Manual Labor Workers

These workers consistently experience physically demanding jobs. Aside from that, they work long hours under harsh conditions. Fortunately, herbal food supplements are an accessible option, ensuring everyone can buy supplements to support their health.

Teachers and Educators

Teaching is a noble profession, and the country’s educators often face mental fatigue, vocal strain, stress, and exposure to different illnesses. To continue educating the youth, they should ensure optimal health to impart the necessary knowledge and skills.

Freelancers and Remote Workers

While freelancing offers multiple benefits, like controlled hours, it also presents challenges. These include prolonged screen time, an inactive lifestyle, mental strain, and irregular working shifts. By taking daily supplements, they can improve their overall health.

How to Incorporate Herbal Supplements Into a Busy Routine

Despite one’s hectic schedule, incorporating herbal supplements from the Philippines is easy. First, consistency is key. That said, busy Filipinos should take supplements regularly to achieve the best results.

Consumers can also choose supplements that offer multiple benefits. Products like the Herb-Plus capsule contain multiple natural ingredients to support busy lifestyles. It contains ampalaya, garlic, malunggay, and ginseng for their medicinal properties. This specific product not only prevents users from getting sick but also increases their appetite.

Tips for Choosing Quality Herbal Supplements

Since herbal supplements play a big role in Filipino wellness, it is important to purchase products from reputable sellers. That said, it's vital to buy vitamins or supplements only from FDA-approved suppliers and businesses to ensure a safe and high-quality product.

Due to the impact of natural and holistic healthcare, multiple brands offer non-synthetic supplements. Choosing the right one can help you through your hectic schedule.

Furthermore, consulting a physician is the best. They can help you find the right natural supplement to sustain your daily health needs. This is especially important for users with pre-existing conditions. While herbal supplements have no contraindications, double-checking with a physician ensures no adverse effects.

Get Natural Supplements from Shanne Herbal Today!

With several herbal medical suppliers in the Philippines, buying from a trusted brand is important. Companies like ours at Shanne Herbal ensure that our customers are taking high-quality supplements. Well, this is true as we have been operating since 2004 and have supplied our customers with the finest herbal supplements in the Philippines.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

If you’re looking to switch to herbal dietary supplements, here are a few commonly asked questions you might have.

How can herbal supplements support your immune health, especially with frequent exposure to public spaces?

Frequent commuters who use public transportation are often exposed to common illnesses due to crowd exposure. By taking herbal supplements, commuters can help combat diseases by taking additional sources of vitamins for immunity.

How big is the herbal supplement industry in the Philippines?

According to the Insights 10 Market Research Report, the industry was worth $11.57 million in 2023 alone. It is even expected to grow up to 6.7% by 2030 due to the influence of rising holistic health awareness.

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