Police presence reported in polling places
Despite regulations prohibiting their presence in voting areas, policemen were spotted in several precincts in the country.
Police presence reported in polling places
Groups raise alarm over ‘uncertified’ automated counting machines software update
Groups raise alarm over ‘uncertified’ automated counting machines software update
“If the Comelec fails to make an accounting of this process, then there is every reason to doubt the results of the election.”
Paalala sa Eleksyon 2025
Paalala sa Eleksyon 2025
Para sa mga kaso ng electoral fraud, maaari niyong i-report ito sa Vote Report PH: https://votereportph.org/report.
Asian parliamentarians to monitor midterm elections
Asian parliamentarians to monitor midterm elections
“As election day draws near, the Philippine political landscape continues to endure election-related violence, alleged misuse of state resources, influence of political dynasties, and evolving forms of political harassment," the APHR said.
Int’l observers warn of vote-buying surge 2 days ahead of elections
Int’l observers warn of vote-buying surge 2 days ahead of elections
“The red-tagging of candidates, widespread vote-buying, and political killings are serious violations that threaten the integrity of the electoral process and the safety of our communities,” said IOM Commissioner Colleen Moore.
Jeepney driver Mody Floranda bids for Senate seat with a call for better transport system
Jeepney driver Mody Floranda bids for Senate seat with a call for better transport system
"We stand with Ka Mody. He is the defender of the transport sector. I am always with him. We joke with him, eat with him, and he's with us on the road."
#TaumbayanNaman | Makabayan coalition puts up a fight against political dynasties
#TaumbayanNaman | Makabayan coalition puts up a fight against political dynasties
"The administration came after us, but we weren’t scared. We didn’t back down, because we stand for the people and the nation."
Student union slams BulSU admin over welcoming Marcos-backed bets
Student union slams BulSU admin over welcoming Marcos-backed bets
“We aim for school administrations to be political—because neutrality only benefits the status quo. By welcoming these candidates into BulSU, the administration manifested support for a slate backed by political dynasties, murderers, thieves, and corrupt leaders.”
EU deploys observers for the PH 2025 midterm elections
EU deploys observers for the PH 2025 midterm elections
“Constructive recommendations will be the legacy of our mission, offered to the consideration of (the) people and authorities in the same spirit of cooperation and partnership with the Philippines that marks our presence in the country since our arrival."
70 years of freedom on paper: A reality check on Filipino workers’ freedom of association
70 years of freedom on paper: A reality check on Filipino workers’ freedom of association
Despite interventions by the ILO, Filipino workers still struggle to be heard, while their leaders continue to be harassed and killed.
Are protected areas really protected? | Gaps in reclamation policies surrounding Las Piñas-Parañaque Wetland Park
Are protected areas really protected? | Gaps in reclamation policies surrounding Las Piñas-Parañaque Wetland Park
The creation of contradicting laws between institutions with overarching responsibilities and objectives shows how private interests creep in the development of public policy, effectively making its implementation so confusing that the safeguards in the law virtually become ineffective.
Southern Tagalog sectors unite in celebrating workers’ victories
Southern Tagalog sectors unite in celebrating workers’ victories
"We have shown that even a factory located within an enclave with a no-union, no-strike policy can still stop production and deal a blow to the giant capitalists."
SB19’s Dungka! Of haters and trapos
SB19’s Dungka! Of haters and trapos
Dungka! becomes a call to get the trapos out of people’s lives as SB19 Justin purposely covers a trapo poster with a Sining Ang Sandata poster.
Top senatorial bets in surveys not pro-workers – labor unions
Top senatorial bets in surveys not pro-workers – labor unions
“The right to unionize is in the Constitution but it is still being prohibited."
Imperialist Decline, Economic Nationalism, and the Coming Storm: Why the Filipino People Must Pay Attention
Imperialist Decline, Economic Nationalism, and the Coming Storm: Why the Filipino People Must Pay Attention
By Manananggol Para sa Katarungan (MAKATA)Bulatlat.com The aggressive posturing of Donald Trump—manifested in trade wars with former allies, attacks on NATO, flirtations with authoritarian regimes like Russia, and the dismantling of key state functions—should not...
International observers to monitor 2025 midterm elections, raise concerns on electoral violence
International observers to monitor 2025 midterm elections, raise concerns on electoral violence
“The Philippines has long been a hotspot for election-related violence, particularly in rural areas,” said ICHRP Vice Chairperson Patricia Lisson.
First Person | The Pope Who Spoke My Language
First Person | The Pope Who Spoke My Language
By all accounts, Pope Francis had impeccable timing. He passed from this world on the eve of Earth Day — a date freighted with symbolism, a secular feast day for the sacred theme that defined much of his pontificate: the care for our common home.
Negros farmers demand an end to conversion of agricultural lands
Negros farmers demand an end to conversion of agricultural lands
In Negros, agricultural lands are being converted to make way for a city project, palm oil plantation and solar farms, threatening local farmers’ livelihood.
ADHD patients face meds high prices, shortage
ADHD patients face meds high prices, shortage
The NSMHW also found poverty as one of the causes that Filipino adults are unable to access mental, neurological, and substance abuse (MNS) disorders medications, along with the lack of awareness, treatment facilities, and trained professionals.
Green groups slam Marcos Jr’s policies, demand justice for people and planet
Green groups slam Marcos Jr’s policies, demand justice for people and planet
Environmental activists decry destructive projects, imperialist influence, and human rights abuses on Earth Day.
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