Youth oppose NCSTP as the ‘new face of brutal mandatory military training’
“Nationalism should not be forced.”
Youth oppose NCSTP as the ‘new face of brutal mandatory military training’
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Rice farmers cushion losses with resilient farmer-bred variety
Rice farmers cushion losses with resilient farmer-bred variety
The PBB 401 rice variety stands out because it has repeatedly shown its resilience to floods, including those induced by extreme weather events.
2 pregnant red fighters still missing, says women’s group
2 pregnant red fighters still missing, says women’s group
NPA fighters Aurily Havana and Jennifer Binungkasan were allegedly abducted by members of the 402nd Infantry Brigade last November 3, 2022, in Barangay Libertad, Butuan City.
The Fighting Times of Jon Melrod
The Fighting Times of Jon Melrod
This book will certainly arm the consciousness and inspire a new generation of labor organizers and workers of the skills and attitude to challenge the odds.
Subsistence catch
Subsistence catch
A fisherman's subsistence catch along the shorelines of Botolan, Zambales.
Quezon City court acquits human rights defenders of perjury charges
Quezon City court acquits human rights defenders of perjury charges
"Truth and justice prevailed today against liars and butcher such as former National Security Adviser Hermogenes Esperon and National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict."
Balik-Tanaw | The Epiphany of the Lord
Balik-Tanaw | The Epiphany of the Lord
Sometimes it is called The Three Kings or the Visit of the Magi. This feast is familiar to us. It conjures up colorful pictures of a journey, a search, with only a star as a guide. It is placed in the liturgical cycle to deepen and broaden an understanding of incarnation. The chosen Scripture texts are inspirational as they open us up to the needs of the world, and the wisdom of nature.
Promised ‘compromise’ on fishing not good enough
Promised ‘compromise’ on fishing not good enough
Does Marcos Jr. think the Davos and Japan trips require more of his time and attention than the myriad domestic problems needing urgent actions that his administration faces in the new year?
Court to decide on the perjury case against human rights defenders
Court to decide on the perjury case against human rights defenders
A local court in Quezon City is set to decide on the perjury case filed against 10 human rights defenders on Monday, Jan. 9.
#NoGoldenEra | In 2023, public health still not a priority
#NoGoldenEra | In 2023, public health still not a priority
“It is ironic because they said they will make health care a priority and that this is the leading agenda of this administration. But until now, there is still no portfolio, no health secretary. That remains a big vacuum."
Artists condemn death threats against activist-writer Boni Ilagan
Artists condemn death threats against activist-writer Boni Ilagan
The artist said that while he received his share of messages that cursed and threatened him in the past because of his activism, Monday’s incident was the first time that he received a call that said much more.
As onion prices soar, gov’t urged to invest on cold storage facilities
As onion prices soar, gov’t urged to invest on cold storage facilities
"It would lessen our cost surplus. We would also be able to guarantee the benefits of these cold storage facilities that it would bring to our farmers, especially here in Nueva Ecija who plant and harvest onions."
#NoGoldenEra | Marcos Jr.’s economic plan to amass wealth for a few
#NoGoldenEra | Marcos Jr.’s economic plan to amass wealth for a few
One of the legacies of the Marcos Sr. dictatorship is how it blatantly used the state and bureaucracy to plunder the economy and enrich itself and its favored elite, including foreign interests. Marcos. Jr., with his economic blueprint, is setting the stage to do the same.
#NoGoldenEra | Rights victims meet hurdles in Ombudsman Office
#NoGoldenEra | Rights victims meet hurdles in Ombudsman Office
In the Philippines, victims of rights violations face dead ends as they turn to the Office of the Ombudsman for justice and redress.
#NoGoldenEra | Food is now a luxury for low-income families
#NoGoldenEra | Food is now a luxury for low-income families
Poor Filipino families cannot afford to eat three meals a day.
#NoGoldenEra | Workers suffer as pay remains insufficient amid incessant price hikes
#NoGoldenEra | Workers suffer as pay remains insufficient amid incessant price hikes
This year, workers intensified their calls for a wage hike and the lowering of prices, saying that the pay should be able to cover the needs of a family of five.
NPA pays tribute to Jose Maria Sison
NPA pays tribute to Jose Maria Sison
Early morning of December 26, New People’s Army (NPA) in Bicol region showcased 21-gun salute as tribute to Jose Maria Sison, the founding chairperson of the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) Central Committee.
#NoGoldenEra | In 2022, attacks, censorship loomed over PH media
#NoGoldenEra | In 2022, attacks, censorship loomed over PH media
“Silencing valid voices through harassment and intimidation or through arbitrary website blocking weakens discourse and democracy and puts free speech at risk.”
Question Everything | Keywords, sound bites, and newsmakers of 2022
Question Everything | Keywords, sound bites, and newsmakers of 2022
After half a year in power, the dictator’s son proved that he was no champion of human rights and freedom of expression. Impunity has persisted as evidenced in the killing of radio broadcaster Percy Lapid. Tokhang became Bida but extrajudicial killings did not stop. Red-tagging remains the de facto policy of the state in dealing with critics and activists despite the claim of the Justice secretary that it is only a term invented by the Left.
Youth group’s Facebook Page deleted, members locked out after multiple log-in attempts
Youth group’s Facebook Page deleted, members locked out after multiple log-in attempts
“We vehemently condemn this brazen attack on the youth. This is a conscious and orchestrated attack to deplatform dissent and to silence the critical voice of the youth.”
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