Farmers in Eastern Visayas bear brunt of military’s anger over setbacks
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The ‘senakulo’ in Angeles City (audio slideshow)
The ‘senakulo’ in Angeles City (audio slideshow)
The Senakulo in Angeles City
News in Pictures: Live Passion of Christ Draws Spectators and the Religious
News in Pictures: Live Passion of Christ Draws Spectators and the Religious
From Holy Thursday to Good Friday, residents along the streets of Paombong from the town center to the village of Kapitangan can hardly sleep for the continuous sound of the passion being sung, the footfalls of the crowd of people walking, the sound of the penitents' whips as it hit their backs, and the sound of the wooden cross scraping at the street. Four persons were scheduled to be crucified at high noon of Good Friday, as both the religious and the crowd of spectators gather to watch. (Text and photos by MARYA SALAMAT)
Negros Rights Advocates Launch “Free Rogina Quilop Movement”
Negros Rights Advocates Launch “Free Rogina Quilop Movement”
By KARL G. OMBION
“ Rogina’s name only came out in the 5th amended warrant of arrest, together with Romulo Bitoon who was arrested April 5, 2010, three other names, and other John Does; and that the warrant of arrest served to her last March 3 only contained hers and Romulo Bitoon.”
Postponing Elections in ARMM, A Political Payback Says Election Watchdog
Postponing Elections in ARMM, A Political Payback Says Election Watchdog
By INA ALLECO R. SILVERIO
Reportedly, there are a number of individuals allied with Malacañang lobbying to be appointed as officers-in-charge (OICs) for ARMM. Among those alleged to be aspiring for an appointment are losing Basilan gubernatorial candidate, former Anak Mindanao Rep. Mujiv Hataman, Akbayan head Ronald Llamas and Presidential Adviser on Peace Process Teresita Deles.
Balikatan in Nueva Ecija: Farmers Fear More Rights Abuses, Displacement
Balikatan in Nueva Ecija: Farmers Fear More Rights Abuses, Displacement
By INA ALLECO R. SILVERIO
Farmers groups said the presence of more military forces in the Fort Magsaysay Military Reservation, which the farmers are claiming, will result in more human-rights violations against civilians. They also said that farmers will be facing renewed threats of eviction.
Satur C. Ocampo | The Moro Land Problem
Satur C. Ocampo | The Moro Land Problem
In response to the calls by the GPH and the NDFP panels for consultations with, and participation of, various sectors in the peace process, Mindanao peace advocates and people’s organizations met in mid-February in Davao City. They drew up and approved a Mindanao people’s peace agenda for submission to the two negotiating panels. The agenda was presented at the Marawi and Iligan forums. (By Satur C. Ocampo / bulatlat.com)
Ifugao: Home of the Famous Rice Terraces and the NPA
Ifugao: Home of the Famous Rice Terraces and the NPA
The region where the 2,000 year old famous Rice Terrages can be found have new residents, only they're not of the usual kind. The New People's Army (NPA) is reportedly flourishing in Ifugao, and its members have grown steadily through the last few years when previously there were practically none. (By Ace Alegre / bulatlat.com)
Kin of 5 Slain Journalists File Raps Vs. Philippine Gov’t Before UN Body
Kin of 5 Slain Journalists File Raps Vs. Philippine Gov’t Before UN Body
By RONALYN V. OLEA
The families of journalists Dennis Cuesta, Maricel Vigo, Juan Pala, Fernando Lintuan, and William Yap Yu said that the Philippine government violated the right to life of their loved ones under the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR). The Philippines is a signatory to the ICCPR. They filed the complaint on March 4.
NPA Blames Military for Botanist’s Death, Refutes Encounter Claim by Army
NPA Blames Military for Botanist’s Death, Refutes Encounter Claim by Army
By RONALYN V. OLEA
The NPA said its guerrillas were not in the area where Leonard Co and two others were killed. It said it did not venture into the area because it was disadvantageous. “It is too heavily guarded by the 19th IB, the police, paramilitary and private security guards. Why would the NPA put itself at unnecessary risk when there are far better options for launching a tactical offensive?"
Employees Expose Labor Rights Violations in Bacolod Hospital
Employees Expose Labor Rights Violations in Bacolod Hospital
By INA ALLECO R. SILVERIO
“The hospital claims to be a Christian Institution. It even carries the slogan 'Cure the sick and care for every individual who works for the common good of all.' Too bad the slogan doesn’t apply to the employees.” – Our Lady of Mercy Specialty Hospital Employees Union
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