Philippine media as a casualty of the COVID-19 pandemic
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PH gov’t orders ABS-CBN shutdown
PH gov’t orders ABS-CBN shutdown
The National Union of Journalists of the Philippines assailed the NTC order, adding that it would "do no good to the Filipino people if the country’s biggest media corporation, one that is relied upon by a great number of the people during this pandemic for news, entertainment and relief delivery, if it ceases operations tomorrow."
Media groups denounce arrest of Panay journos, say health crisis used to curtail press freedom
Media groups denounce arrest of Panay journos, say health crisis used to curtail press freedom
“In this time of crisis, asserting our right to free expression is crucial. During these dark times, our voices need to be heard, not stifled.”
Website of Baguio-based alternative media outfit under attack
Website of Baguio-based alternative media outfit under attack
Northern Dispatch believes that the attack is state-perpetrated, noting that the media outfit and their staff members were also subjected to intense red-tagging by military and its army or trolls.
Website of PH magazine hacked by unknown parties
Website of PH magazine hacked by unknown parties
“I condemn in the strongest possible terms those who are behind this crime against free speech.” -- Philippine Graphic editor in chief
TIMELINE | Attacks on free speech, press freedom during COVID-19 lockdown
TIMELINE | Attacks on free speech, press freedom during COVID-19 lockdown
In this timeline, Bulatlat enumerates all attempts to curtail free speech and press freedom since the country is placed under the enhanced community quarantine due to COVID-19 pandemic until before President Rodrigo Duterte delivers his fifth State of the Nation Address.
4 questions on ABS-CBN and the state of press freedom
4 questions on ABS-CBN and the state of press freedom
A journalist based in Hong Kong who writes for a leading international magazine sent these questions on press freedom under the Duterte administration. Please allow me to share the short answers.
3 questions on campus journalism amid the COVID-19 pandemic
3 questions on campus journalism amid the COVID-19 pandemic
It comes as no surprise that the current lockdown has become a de facto crackdown for some of those who dare speak up against the government.
Constitutionality of ‘fake news’ provision can be challenged — lawyer
Constitutionality of ‘fake news’ provision can be challenged — lawyer
“This is a marching order for law enforcement authorities to use their weapon against the people unlawfully and without basis.”
Media accreditation for COVID-19 coverage, prior restraint — groups
Media accreditation for COVID-19 coverage, prior restraint — groups
“May we point out that the responsibility of the PCOO nor the PIA is government communication and information dissemination, not media accreditation and, certainly, not regulation.”
‘Fake news’ mainly comes from gov’t agencies, officials – UP prof
‘Fake news’ mainly comes from gov’t agencies, officials – UP prof
"The Duterte administration utilizes 'fake news' as a tool to silence dissent by spreading lies using an army of trolls, to present ‘alternative facts’ and justify the repressive policies and programs of the government."
“Fake news” provision threatens freedom of the press, expression
“Fake news” provision threatens freedom of the press, expression
While we acknowledge the need to fight disinformation in this time of crisis, we fear the Bayanihan to Heal as One Act will only end up criminalizing free speech. We assert that the best way to fight disinformation is through education and the truth.
11 questions on press freedom under Duterte
11 questions on press freedom under Duterte
Ending impunity entails collective action and the resolve to change the oppressive social system that engenders culture of impunity. We're definitely not there yet but there are efforts to do so. There is no clear timeline as to when this can be achieved as it depends largely on the victory of the people's movement, not just the journalists and news media organizations acting as a small sector.
‘No work, no pay’ for GMA 7 talents
‘No work, no pay’ for GMA 7 talents
“TAG expresses its strong disappointment at this lousy treatment of the network’s talents, our colleagues, the network’s biggest assets, and yet, these are the very same people with no hazard pay nor allowance during these times.”
Bulatlat denounces PCOO’s media discrimination and repression amid COVID-19 lockdown
Bulatlat denounces PCOO’s media discrimination and repression amid COVID-19 lockdown
Amid our continuing coverage of the COVID-19 pandemic, Bulatlat denounces the discrimination against the alternative media perpetuated by the Presidential Communications Operations Office (PCOO) and the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF)
Academe, media groups urge PCOO to rescind media accreditation
Academe, media groups urge PCOO to rescind media accreditation
“Instead of imposing unnecessary requirements, we expect government to provide an atmosphere conducive to press freedom.”
NUJP asks Palace to reconsider media accreditation amid COVID-19 outbreak
NUJP asks Palace to reconsider media accreditation amid COVID-19 outbreak
"We are aware that we need to contribute to the resolution of this emergency and we can do it best by doing our jobs as journalists."
Frenchie Mae Cumpio’s brave truth-telling
Frenchie Mae Cumpio’s brave truth-telling
Frenchie also exposed the terror caused by military encampment in 167 communities in the region under the guise of “community support program.”
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