Watchdog exposes illegal dumping of US e-waste in the Philippines
"The worst kind of trash is the government that surrenders Philippine sovereignty. They can't even manage their own waste, yet why do they accept waste from foreigners?”
May
2026
28
Southern Mindanao progressives as ‘active wanted persons’?
This move by the Cateel police could be used as a justification for trumped-up charges.
May
2026
28
Duterte’s ICC trial starts November 30
ICC Trial Chamber III Presiding Judge Joanna Korner said that the trial should be held quickly and efficiently.
May
2026
28
Truth Commission established, EJK families press for inclusion
“The Truth Commission was created to ensure that the stories of victims, survivors, and families are heard, verified, and preserved."
May
2026
27
ICJ ruling on right to strike boosts workers’ struggle
Even if non-binding, the ICJ advisory opinion is expected to influence international labor jurisprudence and state compliance with labor conventions.
May
2026
27
No-sail zones for Balikatan exercises disrupt livelihoods, fishers say
“How can the Marcos administration sacrifice the fishing rights of Filipinos at the altar of US geopolitical agenda?”
May
2026
27
Drop charges vs Mangyan-Iraya tribe — Katribu
“The Mangyan-Iraya are being called trespassers on their own ancestral land simply because they refuse to surrender it to big business interests."
May
2026
27
Did the Tacloban judge wrongly deny bail for Cumpio, Domequil?
It is illogical for the accused to evade judgment as they already served half of the minimum penalty.
May
2026
26
Lab notes | Can tree-planting replace decades-old urban trees?
From an ecosystem service and climate mitigation perspective, mature trees cannot be treated as equivalent to newly planted seedlings.
May
2026
26
Groups criticize DND’s defense of PH military’s role in Toboso 19 massacre
The roots of armed conflict cannot be resolved through state terror.
May
2026
26
Right(s) Up: Safe workplace remains elusive
At least one worker dies every day from preventable accidents.
May
2026
26
Media groups, kin call for justice for slain journalist
“Such acts of violence must not go unpunished and should be addressed in accordance with the law.”
May
2026
26
Duterte’s non-cooperation fuels continued ICC detention
"Non-cooperation with the ICC, especially at this point, denies victims and the Filipino people the due process and justice that they have long sought."
May
2026
25
After 9 years, Marawi displaced families have yet to return to their homes
“While the government arrogantly parades its modern, state-funded infrastructure, our people face a catastrophic lack of basic housing, water, electricity, sanitation, and livelihood."
May
2026
23
Cagayan de Oro residents demand due process in demolition
Residents’ legal counsel is keen on checking if the city ordinance mentioned did not supersede national laws.
May
2026
23
Union decries retaliation by Chinese resto management
"The sudden stoppage of production is a threat to our job security."
