Rules on overtime work | The Manila Times
Dear PAO, I am working as an office staff in a travel agency in Quezon City. As an office staff, my duty is Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Recently, my boss has been requiring us to stay beyond 5 p.m. without any explanation and simply said that we need to render […]
Exploring the Haciendas of Central Mexico
Within a few hours’ drive of Mexico City, these centuries-old estates have become restaurants, museums, hotels and even water parks. In all of them, beauty and history linger. Source link
Entitlement of new employee to 13th-month pay
Dear PAO, This year, I recently got my first work as a finance analyst in a company in Quezon City. As the holiday season approaches, one of the common topics among my workmates is the 13th-month pay. I am wondering if I am already entitled to it even if I only joined the company last […]
On St. John, the Village of Coral Bay Offers a Relaxing Tropical Getaway
On the east side of St. John, it’s still possible to experience the quiet, backwater vibe that this Caribbean island has long been known for, even after two devastating hurricanes and a surge in tourism. Source link
Prescription of Cyber Libel cases
Dear PAO, I have a question about an article I found online last Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. The libelous article pertains to the goods I am selling online. To my surprise, I discovered that many people have already seen it because it has more than three hundred likes and more than one hundred shares on […]
Are Airline Loyalty Programs Worth It?
Some travelers, frustrated with changing airline rewards programs, have stopped chasing status and adopted different strategies when booking flights and using credit cards. Source link
Nuisance abatement: Authority and timing
Dear PAO, Without warning, Bon, a barangay tanod, destroyed my pool table with a sledgehammer. He said that it was a nuisance and must be abated immediately because the neighbors were complaining about the noise made by the numerous pool players. Please enlighten me about the concept of “nuisance” and the appropriateness of Bon’s actions. […]
Stowaway on Flight to Paris Disrupts a Return Flight to New York
The same passenger who stowed away on a Delta Air Lines flight to Paris caused a disturbance on a flight to New York on Saturday, an aviation official said. Source link
Christmas bonuses are discretionary | The Manila Times
Dear PAO, I have a question about the Christmas bonus. I got a job in July 2024 and believe I am entitled to a Christmas bonus. However, my workmates informed me that our company has never given such a bonus. Aren’t employers legally required to provide a Christmas bonus? Can you enlighten me on this […]
The Best Travel Deals for Black Friday and Travel Tuesday
Our Frugal Traveler columnist waded through the sales, and found some of the best bargains she’s seen in years. Source link