Luisita farmers begin 4-day trip to Manila
“We cannot trust the DAR to distribute the lands as it is clearly an instrument of the Cojuangco-Aquinos to perpetuate their control over our lands.” – ULWU
Luisita farmers begin 4-day trip to Manila
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Military admits Bayles killers as their own
Military admits Bayles killers as their own
This is ultimately a product of public vigilance and pressure by human rights defenders aided also by conscientious legal work.
Aquino hand seen as behind Comelec’s attempts at Piston, progressive partylists
Aquino hand seen as behind Comelec’s attempts at Piston, progressive partylists
“In terms of postering, we all know who are the real violators. Akbayan, Risa Hontiveros and Bam Aquino have the most number of illegally placed posters all over the country but they remain sacred cows that are not being touched by Comelec.” - PISTON
Caravan vs 2013 Balikatan military exercises ongoing
Caravan vs 2013 Balikatan military exercises ongoing
Progressive groups are hounding the 2013 joint US-RP military exercises, which begins today, to protest the continuous assault on the country’s sovereignty, the human rights violations resulting from it and the toxic wastes it leaves behind.
Workers slam docking of three US vessels in the country
Workers slam docking of three US vessels in the country
National labor center Kilusang Mayo Uno condemned today the Holy week docking of three US Navy vessels in the country for so-called “routine port calls,” saying the incident shows that the country’s Visiting Forces Agreement with the US is deeply one-sided and that it violates the country’s Constitution.
Selda Denounces Delisting of 2,000 Martial-Law Victims from Marcos Class-Action Suit
Selda Denounces Delisting of 2,000 Martial-Law Victims from Marcos Class-Action Suit
Samahan ng Ex-Detainees Laban sa Detensyon at Aresto (Selda), the group that represents thousands of the victims in their efforts to hold the Marcoses accountable for their crimes, led a protest march today in front of the offices of Rodrigo Domingo, the Filipino lawyer who has been collaborating with court-appointed lawyer Robert Swift in the class suit.
‘Ceasefire Violations’ by Military in Mindanao Imperil Talks: NDFP
‘Ceasefire Violations’ by Military in Mindanao Imperil Talks: NDFP
Jorge “Ka Oris” Madlos, the spokesman of the NDFP in Mindanao, enumerated today several incidents that he described as “blatant violations” of the mutually agreed ceasefire between Manila and the NDFP, whose panels have been holding peace negotiations in Oslo, Norway, since Feb. 15.
NPA in Davao Frees Army Sergeant
NPA in Davao Frees Army Sergeant
The New People's Army in Southern Mindanao released today a sergeant in the Philippine Army after it cleared him of "counter-revolutionary" activities, the guerrilla group said in a statement.
Reyes’s Death Should Spur Deeper Probe Into Systemic Corruption in Military
Reyes’s Death Should Spur Deeper Probe Into Systemic Corruption in Military
By RONALYN V. OLEA
Cause-oriented groups said today the death of former armed forces chief of staff Angelo Reyes should compel authorities to step up their investigation into the alleged massive corruption within the military.
As Egypt Burns, Worry for Filipinos There and Over DFA’s Lack of Contingency Plans
As Egypt Burns, Worry for Filipinos There and Over DFA’s Lack of Contingency Plans
By ANNE MARXZE D. UMIL
“The only way to ensure that Filipinos are safe in Egypt is for President Aquino to support the call of the international community to oust Mubarak,” said Garry Martinez of Migrante.
Police, Snipers Face Off with San Juan Residents in Impending Demolition of 800 Homes
Police, Snipers Face Off with San Juan Residents in Impending Demolition of 800 Homes
By TUDLA PRODUCTIONS
Police and snipers have been sent by the San Juan City government to help in the demolition of an estimated 800 homes in Barangay Corazon de Jesus. The residents have set up a barricade to try to stop the destruction of their homes today. Follow the live updates here.
Palawan Environmentalist and Broadcaster Shot Dead
Palawan Environmentalist and Broadcaster Shot Dead
By INA ALLECO R. SILVERIO
Ortega is a known radio broadcaster and a pro-environment advocate. He has worked with various environmental groups and associations on pro-environment and community-based projects. He gained local popularity as a wildlife veterinarian and became known as "Doc Gerry."
2 More of Morong 43 Freed; 3 Remaining in Jail Are Held Illegally, Lawyer Insists
2 More of Morong 43 Freed; 3 Remaining in Jail Are Held Illegally, Lawyer Insists
By RONALYN V. OLEA
Two more of the so-called “Morong 43” were freed today, Dec. 28, after their lawyers convinced the court that the supposedly pending criminal cases that the police and military cited to prevent their earlier release involved namesakes.
Illegally Arrested and Detained for 10 Months, ‘Morong 43’ Are Finally Free
Illegally Arrested and Detained for 10 Months, ‘Morong 43’ Are Finally Free
By RONALYN V. OLEA
and ANNE MARXZE D. UMIL
BREAKING NEWS (Updated: 11:05 pm: Twenty-three female detainees have been released): Relatives and supporters of the political prisoners had been waiting for days for this moment to come, a week after President Benigno S. Aquino III ordered the dropping of charges against them. On Friday, they trooped to the court in Morong town in Rizal for the court’s release order and then, by nightfall, to Camp Bagong Diwa, where they waited for the authorities to free the detainees who had been jailed there for most of the past 10 months.
Aquino Finally Acts on Morong 43 Case
Aquino Finally Acts on Morong 43 Case
By RONALYN V. OLEA
The announcement of Aquino is no less than a reaction to the highest form of protest by the Morong 43 and to the overwhelming support for their case," Roneo Clamor, husband of Dr. Merry Mia-Clamor, one of the 43, and acting secretary general of Karapatan, said.
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