Life is more difficult for children these days, especially for those who belong to poor families.
‘Duterte, most brutal to children’ – child rights group
Month: June 2018
Salinlahi @ 32 | Enabling children voice to their concerns
“They say that it takes a village to raise a child; this is true for us. Not just a village, but a movement that raised us.”
Cayetano crying ‘wolf!’ against UN Human Rights Council
It is ironic that the Philippine government still holds the vice presidency of the UN Human Rights Council’s Bureau despite its flagrant disregard of human rights.
Condiments with cruelty
By DEE AYROSO
Jollibee refuses to regularize workers, lays off 400
“I never expected it to happen to me, I told myself, since I received many awards honoring my loyalty and service.”
NDFP could no longer negotiate with Duterte regime—Sison
In his strongest statement condemning Duterte’s repeated cancellation of formal talks yet, Sison said the Filipino people, especially the oppressed and exploited, cannot expect any benefit from negotiating with Duterte’s government, adding the president has broken so many promises related to the peace process.
Kin, rights groups demand release of NDFP consultant Rafael Baylosis
“Our lawyers have provided and complied with all their supposed requirements.”
No clear plan for Boracay rehab, experts say
“The government must conduct a thorough assessment of the Boracay Island and identify appropriate mitigating measures to address the degrading state of the island.”
‘Golden rice is Dengvaxia in agriculture’ – advocates, farmers
“Instead of promoting golden rice, the government must conduct researches on the nutritional values of indigenous vegetables and fruits.”
‘Reclaim the Picketline’ : Why Nutriasia workers continue with their strike
The workers have faced threats of illegal dismissal, salary deductions, underpaid overtime work of P619 pesos for 12 hours, lack of health insurance, and other inhumane working conditions.
Grenade brown rice and other toxic varieties
By DEE AYROSO