CARDINAL RULE: People must be more united than the competing thieves
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CARDINAL RULE: People must be more united than the competing thieves
Groups renew call to abolish NTF-ELCAC, junk confidential funds
Groups renew call to abolish NTF-ELCAC, junk confidential funds
For the signatories of the unity statement, the struggle is not just about defunding an agency but also about reclaiming public resources for genuine social services and protecting democratic rights.
Detainees hold hunger strike due to inhumane treatment
Detainees hold hunger strike due to inhumane treatment
“The cruel, inhuman, and degrading treatment persists, and so does our fight for dignity, justice, and humanity inside prisons where rights are routinely denied."
Tacloban youth activist harassed after November 30 protest
Tacloban youth activist harassed after November 30 protest
“My mother said that the man was commanded by a fellow policeman to interrogate me about my supposed ‘officership’ in KPL-Tacloban as the one ‘handling finance and budget."
Eastern Visayas echoes call to hold Marcos-Duterte accountable, pushes for National Transition Council
Eastern Visayas echoes call to hold Marcos-Duterte accountable, pushes for National Transition Council
Lachica said both Marcos and Duterte should resign and be replaced by a National Transition Council with representatives from various sectors.
Student groups decry harassment vs campus journalist
Student groups decry harassment vs campus journalist
“This is not separate from the broader design of widespread intimidation of the youth, especially after the historic Baha sa Luneta Rally.”
State-sponsored violence vs indigenous women assailed
State-sponsored violence vs indigenous women assailed
“When I am outside, I am afraid that they will take or shoot me because that is what they always do to our colleagues."
Corruption, a violation of right to life, safety – Southern Tagalog activists
Corruption, a violation of right to life, safety – Southern Tagalog activists
Corruption is not just about stolen money. It is about stolen lives and stolen futures.
Elements of news remain even as formats have changed – journalists
Elements of news remain even as formats have changed – journalists
Journalists strive to adjust as much as possible, but not without challenges and criticism on the changes brought upon by technology. Among these were the relegation of the industry’s monopoly on information. Consumers used to chase after information from journalists but Buan said that today, it’s the other way around.
Women break the silence | Journalists, advocates mark International Day to End Violence Against Women
Women break the silence | Journalists, advocates mark International Day to End Violence Against Women
Speakers stressed that despite progress in newsroom policies, women journalists still face hostility, both online and in the field, that exacts significant emotional and physical toll.
Scientists denounce corruption, lack of government support
Scientists denounce corruption, lack of government support
“Personally, I felt its weight. Stipend delays have become a real struggle, especially now that my mother, a single mom, can barely sustain my daily needs.”
IP groups condemn attacks vs youth
IP groups condemn attacks vs youth
”[W]e should not be silent because silence is the ally of the system that oppresses us from our rights."
After labor leader’s release, rights groups urge freedom for 18 other detained unionists
After labor leader’s release, rights groups urge freedom for 18 other detained unionists
“Organizers are slapped with trumped-up charges, imprisoned for years, and acquitted only after the damage has been done. This systematic harassment violates workers’ right to freedom of association and their right to participate in political life.”
Women journalists under attack worldwide
Women journalists under attack worldwide
Similar to Filipino journalists, the Ukrainian journalist had her share of witnessing women journalists being killed and imprisoned for their work.
Ateneo students call for People’s Transition Council
Ateneo students call for People’s Transition Council
“We want to convey through this walkout that the youth should continue to intervene and be consistent in their protests against corruption.”
REALITY CHECK: ICC retains jurisdiction over PH drug war cases
REALITY CHECK: ICC retains jurisdiction over PH drug war cases
The ICC affirmed jurisdiction over alleged crimes against humanity committed during Duterte’s drug war. In a unanimous ruling on October 23, 2025, the ICC Pre-Trial Chamber said that it can act on offenses “committed on the territory of the Philippines while it was a state party” from November 1, 2011 to March 16, 2019.
Indigenous peoples honor young heroes
Indigenous peoples honor young heroes
Indigenous peoples groups honor the youth martyrs who sacrificed their lives fighting for their people's rights in 'Gabi ng Parangal para sa mga Katutubong Bayani' at Liwasang Diokno, Commission on Human Rights, Nov. 20.
First Person | Ilang alaala tungkol sa kababaihan ngayong Nobyembre 30
First Person | Ilang alaala tungkol sa kababaihan ngayong Nobyembre 30
Mula pa nang maging aktibista ako noon sa eskwelahan ilang dekada na ang nakaraan, malapit na sa puso ko ang usapin ng kilusang manggagawa at kilusang kababaihan.
COP30 in the Amazon: A peoples’ COP without the peoples
COP30 in the Amazon: A peoples’ COP without the peoples
Demonstrations at COP30 reveal systemic failures, silenced indigenous peoples’ voices, and the widening gap between promises and reality.
Bayan demands resignation of Marcos, Duterte
Bayan demands resignation of Marcos, Duterte
“Bayan calls for widespread, bigger, and bolder protests to pursue accountability and push for the ouster of Marcos and Duterte,”
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