Workers’ forum, protest mark May 1 in Albay
The minimum wage in the Bicol region at P455 ($7.41) per day will never be enough for daily expenses since inflation in the country continues to rise.
Workers’ forum, protest mark May 1 in Albay
Reynard Magtoto is a Bicolano journalist and press freedom advocate. He often travels either to find stories or to respond to fellow colleagues under attack. He is soft-spoken with a quiet grin but his best asset, according to him, are his tantalizing eyes.
Reynard Magtoto is a Bicolano journalist and press freedom advocate. He often travels either to find stories or to respond to fellow colleagues under attack. He is soft-spoken with a quiet grin but his best asset, according to him, are his tantalizing eyes.
#EDSA40 | Bicolanos march against corruption
#EDSA40 | Bicolanos march against corruption
"Bicolanos must demand accountability for all those involved in the widespread corruption in the government..."
Posters red-tagging community leaders circulate in Albay schools
Posters red-tagging community leaders circulate in Albay schools
Posters were spotted at Bicol University (BU), Bicol College (BC), Legazpi City National High School (LCNHS), Legazpi Science High School (LSHS) and Daraga North Central School (DNCS).
Farmers push back against threats of eviction
Farmers push back against threats of eviction
After over 70 years of cultivating the land and staying in the community, the members of the Portico Banasi Household Farmers Association (PORBAHFA) and other residents are facing threats of eviction and worries about their livelihood.
Camarines Sur farmers resist outsiders’ land ownership claims
Camarines Sur farmers resist outsiders’ land ownership claims
On January 4, 2026, Ana Brizuela, 64, was forced to return home in Sitio Portico, Barangay Fabrica, Bula, Camarines Sur from Manila after receiving phone calls that she was among the residents ordered to evacuate their residence by virtue of a local court ruling.
Timeline: From title transfers to land disputes
Timeline: From title transfers to land disputes
According to PORBAHFA, there were legitimate residents in the community when Bicol landlord Conrado Colarina purchased the land.
Committed to national democracy, Bayan marks 40th year
Committed to national democracy, Bayan marks 40th year
“The conditions are very favorable now for progress and success."
Evacuees’ woes due to Mayon unrest may last 6 months
Evacuees’ woes due to Mayon unrest may last 6 months
Aside from financial struggles, the Anoling evacuees are facing numerous challenges, including inadequate sanitation facilities.
Red-tagged Bicol disaster response group continues helping poor communities
Red-tagged Bicol disaster response group continues helping poor communities
“At a time when accountability must be demanded of those responsible for large-scale corruption and the misuse of public funds, it is unacceptable that humanitarian and community-based organizations are instead being targeted, discredited, and placed at risk,
Media groups urge thorough probe on 8th journo killed under Marcos Jr admin
Media groups urge thorough probe on 8th journo killed under Marcos Jr admin
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) urged the Philippine Department of Justice (DOJ) to conduct a thorough investigation and swiftly identify both the perpetrators and any possible masterminds behind Samar’s murder.
Broadcaster dies in hospital after shooting incident
Broadcaster dies in hospital after shooting incident
Various media groups in the Philippines and abroad mourn while condemning the attack against Samar.
AFP campus tour in Masbate deepens ‘militarization’ of schools, violates DepEd order
AFP campus tour in Masbate deepens ‘militarization’ of schools, violates DepEd order
"Behind them lies the silent but dangerous practice of red-tagging, and intimidation that causes fear, apprehension, and violation of the human rights of teachers, students, and school staff."
In Bicol, Church’s peace walk is also a march against corruption
In Bicol, Church’s peace walk is also a march against corruption
Hava said he used to marshal protest actions during the Duterte administration. “ I’m already participating in the Lakbay Dalangin.”
AFP abducts former UP CMC student
AFP abducts former UP CMC student
Human rights group Karapatan Southern Tagalog criticized the Marcos Jr. administration, linking Tallow’s abduction to a broader pattern of attacks against peasants and activists in Southern Tagalog and Bicol.
Rights groups denounce Bicol peasants’ abduction after military ops
Rights groups denounce Bicol peasants’ abduction after military ops
“No amount of military distortion can cover up the fact that they were the ones who disrespected the traditional culture of Maundy Thursday for Christians."
Bicolanos reiterate abolition of NTF-ELCAC
Bicolanos reiterate abolition of NTF-ELCAC
Makabayan Bicol expressed alarm over the growing incidents of red-tagging, and outright threats against progressive candidates, their campaigners and supporters even with the issuance by the Commission on Elections (Comelec) of Resolution No. 1116 prohibiting acts associated with red-tagging.
In Bicol, sectoral leaders support Makabayan bets
In Bicol, sectoral leaders support Makabayan bets
Our fellow Bicolanos deserve genuine change in the country. Our Makabayan candidates echo their aspirations."
Free press not a threat, media groups remind Bicol official
Free press not a threat, media groups remind Bicol official
Media groups in Albay province reminded a Bicol-based government official on the role of private media outlets and the free press not being a threat in dealing with public scrutiny.
SC issues protective writs in favor of abducted environmental activist
SC issues protective writs in favor of abducted environmental activist
"Each day that they remain missing is torture for their loved ones. James and Felix did not commit any crime. James is an activist, who served the workers. Felix is a cyclist, and an environmental defender," the leaflet of two missing activists read.
Special Report: Revealing the lies behind fake surrenders in Bicol
Special Report: Revealing the lies behind fake surrenders in Bicol
“These people are innocent civilians being tagged by the NTF-ELCAC as NPAs. Out of their desperation, they are using the civilians for their report on the counter-insurgency program."
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