Groups call for release of Batangas activists
The slow judicial system was made worse by the appalling jail conditions in Quezon province.
Groups call for release of Batangas activists
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Old problems greet students, teachers anew this school year
Old problems greet students, teachers anew this school year
According to ACT, with the 165,000 shortage in classrooms, schools are forced to implement double–or triple–shift classes.
Global media watchdogs question disallowed visit to detained Filipino journalist
Global media watchdogs question disallowed visit to detained Filipino journalist
Frenchie Mae Cumpio’s case has been listed as one of the 10 most urgent press freedom cases in the world.
The growing family of ‘Missing Tati’
The growing family of ‘Missing Tati’
The missing Tati for 18 years now is what Yumi was saying in every phase of her life, “I am missing Tati.” However, her story was a testimony of how our youth today must deal with ---process difficulties, positively explore life with family and friends, making the best of yourself so you could be that someone who will be ready to help other people effectively.
Moderate wage hike won’t affect employment, prices — study
Moderate wage hike won’t affect employment, prices — study
While a 31% increase in Metro Manila’s minimum wage may seem bold by today’s standards, it’s far from unprecedented. The study cites the last legislated wage hike in 1989, which was even higher at 40 percent, and notes that the economy absorbed it without causing a crisis. This emphasizes the study’s broader point: a fair wage hike helps restore workers’ rightful share in national growth.
4PH socialized housing not for poor Filipinos
4PH socialized housing not for poor Filipinos
Housing offered by the 4PH Program remains financially inaccessible for poor families even with Pag-IBIG Fund’s amortization plan.
Families of ‘drug war’ victims denounce Duterte’s bid for temporary release
Families of ‘drug war’ victims denounce Duterte’s bid for temporary release
“Age and health, while relevant, cannot outweigh the rights of victims to see the process of justice carried to its end. The facilities of the ICC, the conditions of which are vastly superior to those in Philippine prisons, can guarantee the humane treatment of Duterte while he is detained."
Former Bayan Muna rep press the Senate, ‘impeachment court must convene’
Former Bayan Muna rep press the Senate, ‘impeachment court must convene’
“The people, not just in Metro Manila but in provinces all over the country, must hold protest actions to also urge the Senate to convene on June 21 so that this huge amount of public funds, which could have been used for free medicine, education, food, and other social services to the people, went.”
‘Drop terrorist financing charges vs Cebu NGO consortium’
‘Drop terrorist financing charges vs Cebu NGO consortium’
Supporting people’s organizations in Visayas since 2001, the Community Empowerment Resource Network, Inc. (CERNET) ceased operations due to the terrorist financing charges filed in 2023.
Ka Louie lived out the Christian ideals in struggling with the people and working for peace
Ka Louie lived out the Christian ideals in struggling with the people and working for peace
"You lived the Gospel not only with your lips, but with your whole being. You taught not just with words but with a life never separate from the struggle. Whether in the quiet of negotiations or the thunder of protest, your principles held firm. You walked the talk, each step leaving footprints for generations to follow."
Court acquits ‘Ama Namin’ drag queen
Court acquits ‘Ama Namin’ drag queen
Pura Luka Vega stressed that the performance was an expression of Catholic faith reflecting how Jesus would interact with the queer community if He were alive in this era.
Groups denounce Senate’s ‘return to sender’ of impeachment case
Groups denounce Senate’s ‘return to sender’ of impeachment case
“Is the Senate not concerned to find out the answers of the Vice President on where she spent the P612 million that they themselves appropriated?”
Climate activists criticize continued financing of fossil fuel amid ‘energy transition’
Climate activists criticize continued financing of fossil fuel amid ‘energy transition’
Climate activists said that Japan and ADB’s continued financing of fossil fuel infrastructure, particularly fossil gas, under the banner of “transition” or “bridge” fuels falls short of what the climate crisis demands.
[LIST] Policies to push, review, and repeal concerning human rights in the 20th Congress
[LIST] Policies to push, review, and repeal concerning human rights in the 20th Congress
“Every election in the Philippines, Amnesty International offers a clear pathway for reform through legislation calling newly elected Senators and Congress representatives to put human rights at the center of policy making."
‘Perilous precedent’ as Senate remands impeachment case to HOR
‘Perilous precedent’ as Senate remands impeachment case to HOR
“The Senate's action is not only legally baseless but also a clear abdication of its constitutional duty to try impeachment cases."
Media groups, advocates oppose planned regulation vs disinformation
Media groups, advocates oppose planned regulation vs disinformation
“Critical thinking and media and information literacy would do more against ‘fake news’ than allowing the bureaucracy to decide what is fake and what isn’t.”
Charges dropped vs gov’t employee arrested in 2021 Bloody Sunday
Charges dropped vs gov’t employee arrested in 2021 Bloody Sunday
Of the six arrested during Bloody Sunday, Eugenio was only the third whose charges were dropped.
PH activists demand release of Madleen civilians, end blockade of Gaza
PH activists demand release of Madleen civilians, end blockade of Gaza
Sailing toward Gaza was a form of resistance to break the siege and provide humanitarian aid to the Palestinian people.
PH universities urge Senate to begin Sara’s impeachment trial
PH universities urge Senate to begin Sara’s impeachment trial
“We pray that the Philippine Senate will likewise respond to its moral and constitutional duty as true servants of the public upon whom the public trust is reposed, one that is faithful to the truth and to the Filipino people."
Artist orgs oppose bill expanding MTRCB powers
Artist orgs oppose bill expanding MTRCB powers
“We have experienced it first hand, Alipato at Muog was initially given an X rating by the MTRCB - as the reviewers cited that the film tends to undermine the faith and confidence of the people in their government - the same clause that’s been used several times.”
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