‘Ph gov’t lied to the UN’
“NTF-ELCAC’s reason for being has always been to target open, legal organizations it accuses of being ‘communist fronts.’”
‘Ph gov’t lied to the UN’
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Brutal killing of trans woman in Caloocan prompts calls for investigation, passage of SOGIE bill
Brutal killing of trans woman in Caloocan prompts calls for investigation, passage of SOGIE bill
“The brutal and senseless killing of a trans woman, Shalani (37), in Brgy. 176, Bagong Silang, Caloocan is a horrific act of violence that underscores the dangers that LGBTQ+ individuals continue to face,” said Bahaghari in a statement.
DENR urged to revoke permits of 22 Manila Bay reclamation projects
DENR urged to revoke permits of 22 Manila Bay reclamation projects
There is already a strong basis to stop the reclamation in Manila Bay but the DENR continues to turn a blind eye.
Alleged aerial strafing in Oriental Mindoro endangers civilians, indigenous people — groups
Alleged aerial strafing in Oriental Mindoro endangers civilians, indigenous people — groups
Human rights groups expressed alarm on reports of aerial strafing in indigenous peoples communities in Pola, Oriental Mindoro.
Comelec urged to enforce red-tagging guidelines even on state forces
Comelec urged to enforce red-tagging guidelines even on state forces
Red-tagging, the practice of labeling individuals and organizations as communists or terrorists without due process, creates a foreboding environment, which may compromise the safety of candidates as well as their supporters and voters.
Bayan Muna decries LRT fare hike as ‘anti-people’
Bayan Muna decries LRT fare hike as ‘anti-people’
Bayan Muna has opposed the fare increase, arguing it will hit low-income earners the hardest, particularly minimum wage workers, students, and daily commuters, who rely on LRT-1 for affordable transportation.
Fight against human rights abuses continues — farmers’ groups
Fight against human rights abuses continues — farmers’ groups
After the dismissal of charges against the Bulacan peasant leader, farmers' groups vowed to continue fighting against human rights abuses.
Prison guards delay Bilibid political prisoners access to essential amenities
Prison guards delay Bilibid political prisoners access to essential amenities
In a letter addressed to Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) Director General Gregorio Catapang and Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla, support group Kapatid said that the political prisoners are the only group in the NBP without these basic amenities.
Senate urged to proceed with impeachment trial immediately – Bayan Muna
Senate urged to proceed with impeachment trial immediately – Bayan Muna
In a position paper submitted to Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero, Neri Colmenares said that the proposal for an impeachment court to convene on June 2, 2025 or in the next Congress, is without constitutional basis or legal basis.
No end to attacks against journalists while ‘terror’ laws remain in effect
No end to attacks against journalists while ‘terror’ laws remain in effect
We assert that journalism is no crime. The public service that journalism brings is essential now more than ever amid our increasingly fragile democracy. We urge the public to join our call: End the systematic use of anti-terrorism policies against civilians, junk the Anti-Terror Law, and abolish the NTF-ELCAC.
Detained Filipino migrants neglected in the US
Detained Filipino migrants neglected in the US
Following U.S. President Donald Trump’s crackdown on immigrants, concerned Filipino migrants denounced the ‘dehumanizing’ and ‘negligent’ conditions inside detention facilities of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, as well as the lack of support from the Philippine government amidst the worsening cases of raids and arrests.
Palawan residents condemn government’s claims of ‘no harassment’
Palawan residents condemn government’s claims of ‘no harassment’
“What happened on Nov. 20 and Dec. 4? Women were almost stripped naked. And just this January 31, 2025, SMC staff and the Indigenous Peoples Mandatory Representative of Balabac, along with NCIP staff, stormed in,” Angelica Nasiron, a Molbog resident, said.“What happened on Nov. 20 and Dec. 4? Women were almost stripped naked. And just this January 31, 2025, SMC staff and the Indigenous Peoples Mandatory Representative of Balabac, along with NCIP staff, stormed in,” Angelica Nasiron, a Molbog resident, said.
‘They want to scare us’ | Accused journalist denounces gov’t over trumped-up charges
‘They want to scare us’ | Accused journalist denounces gov’t over trumped-up charges
“Why did they attack activists in Cagayan Valley? Why was I included in trumped-up charges? Like Frenchie Mae, I witnessed the problems in the society. An attack on journalists is an attack on the core of democracy.”
Nationalists demand probe on US espionage after spy-plane crash
Nationalists demand probe on US espionage after spy-plane crash
“We demand full transparency on this incident and a halt to all U.S. military operations on Philippine soil.”
Global voices unite at the first World Congress on Enforced Disappearances
Global voices unite at the first World Congress on Enforced Disappearances
For 17 years, Edita Burgos has been searching for her son, who was forcibly disappeared in the Philippines.
‘O, Pag-ibig na Makapangyarihan’ dares where others fear to tread.
‘O, Pag-ibig na Makapangyarihan’ dares where others fear to tread.
History can be boring with just a narration of names, dates and linear events that students endure only for added credits. But Ilagan went for history that is catchy and entertaining while insightful as well.
Bicolano youth denounce Villafuerte’s outburst vs campus publication
Bicolano youth denounce Villafuerte’s outburst vs campus publication
Solidarity and support calling for the protection of student publications and accountability from authorities poured in from different campus publications and university councils in the Bicol region against Villafuerte who is running for governor.
Groups denounce attack vs student-led poll in Camarines Sur
Groups denounce attack vs student-led poll in Camarines Sur
“Student publications play a significant role in representing the youth and amplifying their voices on issues that matter.”
Church, environmental groups and other sectors join fight for small fishers’ rights
Church, environmental groups and other sectors join fight for small fishers’ rights
Fisherfolk groups, coalitions, and institutions held the National Assembly of Fisherfolk at the University of the Philippines College of Social Work and Community Development (UP-CSWCD), February 4, to echo the call to uphold small-scale fishers’ preferential rights within municipal waters.
Makabayan bloc urges Senate to hold impeachment trial
Makabayan bloc urges Senate to hold impeachment trial
“All senators running for re-election who refuse to stand up and hold Sara Duterte accountable should be the first ones voters must remember,” urban poor leader and Makabayan senatorial bet Mimi Doringo said.
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