Campaign for legal defense of journalists launched
“Today, we renew our commitment to defend press freedom by serving the people's right to know. Let our vow be: A free press for free people.”
Campaign for legal defense of journalists launched
Alyssa Mae Clarin is a young journalist and press freedom advocate. Between chasing deadlines, and romanticizing cafes and coffee, you’ll find her petting her dogs, playing online games, or scouting for her next hobby to start (and inevitably not finish).
Alyssa Mae Clarin is a young journalist and press freedom advocate. Between chasing deadlines, and romanticizing cafes and coffee, you’ll find her petting her dogs, playing online games, or scouting for her next hobby to start (and inevitably not finish).
As ABS-CBN regionals close, employees, supporters push for people’s initiative
As ABS-CBN regionals close, employees, supporters push for people’s initiative
“The closure of ABS-CBN's regional stations also deprives millions upon millions of Filipinos throughout the country of a major source of credible news and information even as the national struggles against the pandemic.”
Nueva Ecija radio station denounces continuous harassment by local government
Nueva Ecija radio station denounces continuous harassment by local government
“This is why we will not remain silent, and will continue to say the truth. We will use our pens and microphones to let our audience hear the plight of the ordinary citizens, as well as all the programs and projects of the government."
ABS-CBN supporters push for people’s initiative to bring ABS-CBN back on air
ABS-CBN supporters push for people’s initiative to bring ABS-CBN back on air
“Our progressive congressmen can draft the most privileged bills, but without the people’s support outside they will have a hard time convincing the people inside the Congress.”
Netizens criticize Duterte’s midnight address, support health workers’ plea
Netizens criticize Duterte’s midnight address, support health workers’ plea
"The dissent & outrage of the Filipino people will continue to grow towards this arrogant & (lack of a better term) Stupid administration, simple...hindi nyo pinakikinggan kaming mga Pilipino na ninanakawan nyo ng progresibo, matiwasay, at ligtas na kinabukasan. Ang yabang nyo!"
Journalists urge public to defend press freedom
Journalists urge public to defend press freedom
“Never since the late unlamented Marcos dictatorship has a president ever deigned to shut down the independent media and stifle criticism and dissent.”
Cops arrest Kadamay member, seize copies of news magazine
Cops arrest Kadamay member, seize copies of news magazine
The National Union of Journalists of the Philippines said that the raid is just ‘a preview’ of future abuses that can be done under the Anti-Terrorism Law of 2020.
Journalists, artists file 14th petition against terror law
Journalists, artists file 14th petition against terror law
Updated July 23, 9:16 p.m. By ALYSSA MAE CLARIN Bulatlat.com MANILA— Journalists, artists, and free expression advocates filed the 14th petition today, July 23, before the Supreme Court against RA 114979, or the Anti-Terrorism Act of 2020. Joined by almost 40...
Employees urge lawmakers to vote ‘Yes’ to ABS-CBN’s franchise
Employees urge lawmakers to vote ‘Yes’ to ABS-CBN’s franchise
“To our congressmen, please vote for ABS-CBN. Please vote yes for our families. I hope you will heed our calls.”
NTC’s shutdown of Sky Direct, TV Plus to affect 55 M Filipinos
NTC’s shutdown of Sky Direct, TV Plus to affect 55 M Filipinos
“It is clear that the goal of this administration is not only to shut down ABS-CBN but to send a message throughout the media industry.”
Mang Dodong and other faces of injustice during lockdown
Mang Dodong and other faces of injustice during lockdown
“They are not disobedient, they are just striving to survive.”
In a bid for franchise renewal, ABS-CBN debunks allegations
In a bid for franchise renewal, ABS-CBN debunks allegations
“ABS-CBN’s return to the Lopezes was done in accordance with the law, and that is our truth.”
Student’s death intensifies call for mass promotion
Student’s death intensifies call for mass promotion
“May this serve as a wake-up call to the Commission on Higher Education and the national government.”
Philippine media as a casualty of the COVID-19 pandemic
Philippine media as a casualty of the COVID-19 pandemic
The shutdown of ABS-CBN is the biggest attack, so far, on the Philippine media since the pandemic. By ALYSSA MAE CLARIN Bulatlat.com MANILA-- Two days after the Word Press Freedom Day, the Duterte administration shut down ABS-CBN, the largest broadcasting company...
Website of PH magazine hacked by unknown parties
Website of PH magazine hacked by unknown parties
“I condemn in the strongest possible terms those who are behind this crime against free speech.” -- Philippine Graphic editor in chief
TIMELINE | Attacks on free speech, press freedom during COVID-19 lockdown
TIMELINE | Attacks on free speech, press freedom during COVID-19 lockdown
In this timeline, Bulatlat enumerates all attempts to curtail free speech and press freedom since the country is placed under the enhanced community quarantine due to COVID-19 pandemic until before President Rodrigo Duterte delivers his fifth State of the Nation Address.
‘Fact-checking Duterte absolutely necessary at this time’
‘Fact-checking Duterte absolutely necessary at this time’
“Just because he is the president does not mean you don’t need to fact-check his claims.”
Campus editor threatened with libel for criticizing gov’t response on COVID-19
Campus editor threatened with libel for criticizing gov’t response on COVID-19
“Now, more than, ever, we need to fight and resist all forms of suppression that trample our right to free speech. We will never succumb to any deleterious pronouncement and threat.”
Constitutionality of ‘fake news’ provision can be challenged — lawyer
Constitutionality of ‘fake news’ provision can be challenged — lawyer
“This is a marching order for law enforcement authorities to use their weapon against the people unlawfully and without basis.”
Media accreditation for COVID-19 coverage, prior restraint — groups
Media accreditation for COVID-19 coverage, prior restraint — groups
“May we point out that the responsibility of the PCOO nor the PIA is government communication and information dissemination, not media accreditation and, certainly, not regulation.”
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