Killing of Agusan Sur activist ‘part of Oplan Bayanihan’ – Lumad group
Even as the grief and rage over the spate of killings in Surigao del Sur has yet to wane, another Lumad activist was slain in the neighboring province of Agusan del Sur.
‘Sir Emok’s sacrifice’ pushes Alcadev teachers to carry on
BULATLAT SPECIAL REPORT:
Like their students, the young teachers of Alcadev are just as afraid and traumatized. But the tragedy was the crucible that strengthened their resolve to continue to serve and teach the Lumad youth.
Junk DMCI coal plant, green groups urge DENR
“Palawan has 17 key biodiversity areas, two World Heritage sites, and virtually the whole province – consisting of 1,780 islands – is a virtual protected area, protected by so many laws.”
Army, Alamara block Lumad festival, school celebration in Talaingod
In spite of military denials of links with paramilitary groups, Army soldiers and the paramilitary group Alamara continue to hold sway in southern Mindanao.
Lumad leader says CHR failed to probe paramilitary, Army abuses
“Is the CHR serious with its intention to get to the roots of the problems of the Lumad evacuees?”
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Green groups to De Lima: Resolve Ortega slay case before you go
“Not doing so will only paint a picture that the capture of the Reyes brothers under Justice Secretary Leila De Lima is a mere publicity stunt.”
Int’l rights monitor urges Aquino to go after paramilitary, Army officials in Lumad attacks
“Paramilitaries in Mindanao have been terrorizing tribal people, while the military, at best, does nothing.”
Fact-finding mission calls on gov’t to act on West Ph Sea crisis
“The situation within the Philippine waters has reached the level of crisis and the fisherfolk are struggling to survive.”
UN experts condemn Lumad killings, urge Ph gov’t for independent probe
“Military occupation of civilian institutions and killing of civilians…are unacceptable, deplorable and contrary to international human rights and international humanitarian standards.”