SB19’s Dungka! Of haters and trapos
Dungka! becomes a call to get the trapos out of people’s lives as SB19 Justin purposely covers a trapo poster with a Sining Ang Sandata poster.
SB19’s Dungka! Of haters and trapos
Top senatorial bets in surveys not pro-workers – labor unions
Top senatorial bets in surveys not pro-workers – labor unions
“The right to unionize is in the Constitution but it is still being prohibited."
Imperialist Decline, Economic Nationalism, and the Coming Storm: Why the Filipino People Must Pay Attention
Imperialist Decline, Economic Nationalism, and the Coming Storm: Why the Filipino People Must Pay Attention
By Manananggol Para sa Katarungan (MAKATA)Bulatlat.com The aggressive posturing of Donald Trump—manifested in trade wars with former allies, attacks on NATO, flirtations with authoritarian regimes like Russia, and the dismantling of key state functions—should not...
International observers to monitor 2025 midterm elections, raise concerns on electoral violence
International observers to monitor 2025 midterm elections, raise concerns on electoral violence
“The Philippines has long been a hotspot for election-related violence, particularly in rural areas,” said ICHRP Vice Chairperson Patricia Lisson.
First Person | The Pope Who Spoke My Language
First Person | The Pope Who Spoke My Language
By all accounts, Pope Francis had impeccable timing. He passed from this world on the eve of Earth Day — a date freighted with symbolism, a secular feast day for the sacred theme that defined much of his pontificate: the care for our common home.
Negros farmers demand an end to conversion of agricultural lands
Negros farmers demand an end to conversion of agricultural lands
In Negros, agricultural lands are being converted to make way for a city project, palm oil plantation and solar farms, threatening local farmers’ livelihood.
ADHD patients face meds high prices, shortage
ADHD patients face meds high prices, shortage
The NSMHW also found poverty as one of the causes that Filipino adults are unable to access mental, neurological, and substance abuse (MNS) disorders medications, along with the lack of awareness, treatment facilities, and trained professionals.
Green groups slam Marcos Jr’s policies, demand justice for people and planet
Green groups slam Marcos Jr’s policies, demand justice for people and planet
Environmental activists decry destructive projects, imperialist influence, and human rights abuses on Earth Day.
Balik-Tanaw | The dawn of belief and rising up from the evils of injustice
Balik-Tanaw | The dawn of belief and rising up from the evils of injustice
On a sweltering Holy Wednesday morning, under the cruel scorching heat of the sun, this was sacred time indeed to present a creative portrayal of the Passion and Death of Jesus on the streets of Manila. It was not your traditional Way of the Cross. It had a disturbing message. Its feel, unsettling. Its purpose, to confound the watcher. It was another way of presenting the Filipino people’s suffering. This multi-sectoral gathering represented by laborers, teachers, health workers, the urban poor community leaders and members and other lay church workers have given space for a presentation of a profound “people’s interpretation” of the Gospel’s telling of the Passion and Death of Jesus. The “Kalbaryo ng Maralita” (Calvary of the Impoverished and Marginalized) is a new way for deeply reflecting on the Filipino people’s situation.
Sharedspace
Sharedspace
Two students crossing a pedestrian lane partially blocked by a bus along Taft Avenue in Malate, Manila City. Taft Avenue is a major highway where a number of schools and universities are situated. This photo was taken on May 30, 2024.
Youth groups call on candidates to address education woes
Youth groups call on candidates to address education woes
“In schools, students are overcrowded — fighting for slots, for teachers — all while extreme heat is worsening in our schools.”
Renee Co’s fight for youth representation
Renee Co’s fight for youth representation
“It’s not enough to just know. We must raise political consciousness to action.”
Bayan Muna Canada denounces red-tagging posters in Toronto
Bayan Muna Canada denounces red-tagging posters in Toronto
Bayan Muna Canada said that Filipino overseas voters are also prone to red-tagging.
Progressive, rights groups launch white ribbon campaign in solidarity with EJK victims
Progressive, rights groups launch white ribbon campaign in solidarity with EJK victims
“That's why we are launching the white ribbon campaign today, as a symbol of our recognition that they [EJK victims] are the true victims, a symbol of our support for their quest for justice, a symbol of our call to hold accountable those responsible for the EJKs during Duterte's drug war.”
13 years on, still no budget for CHR to implement anti-enforced disappearance law
13 years on, still no budget for CHR to implement anti-enforced disappearance law
“While it is still not working, when the law is not implemented, it is mere embellishment."
Balik-Tanaw | A time for renewal and justice
Balik-Tanaw | A time for renewal and justice
As we approach Holy Week, the readings for this Sunday invite us to reflect on renewal and justice. In our country, where the wounds from extrajudicial killings (EJK) are still fresh and legal events continue to stir strong emotions, these readings remind us of the importance of both justice and hope.
White Ribbon Campaign launched
White Ribbon Campaign launched
Human rights groups and advocates led by Bayan Muna Partylist gather at Bantayog ng mga Bayani to launch the white ribbon campaign symbolizing their solidarity with the families of EJK victims during former President Rodrigo Duterte's regime. Aside from holding...
Ronnel Arambulo: From a shy fisherman to a Makabayan Senatorial bet
Ronnel Arambulo: From a shy fisherman to a Makabayan Senatorial bet
“We are considered the ‘poorest of the poor.’ It’s time for fisherfolk to have representation in government.”
Cars over people
Cars over people
Pedestrians cross a footbridge above the heavy traffic in North Avenue, Quezon City to access the EDSA Bus Carousel or the MRT Line 3 during rush hour. Urban planning caters largely to private vehicles, leading in worsening road congestion and the neglect of pedestrian infrastructures. This photo was taken last June 4, 2024.
Balik-Tanaw | The lost boys
Balik-Tanaw | The lost boys
For so long we have shielded and protected David and Eli from what happened with their “lost” sons. We still do so with today’s Davids and Elis.
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