Court acquits ‘Ama Namin’ drag queen
Pura Luka Vega stressed that the performance was an expression of Catholic faith reflecting how Jesus would interact with the queer community if He were alive in this era.
Court acquits ‘Ama Namin’ drag queen
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Artist orgs oppose bill expanding MTRCB powers
Artist orgs oppose bill expanding MTRCB powers
“We have experienced it first hand, Alipato at Muog was initially given an X rating by the MTRCB - as the reviewers cited that the film tends to undermine the faith and confidence of the people in their government - the same clause that’s been used several times.”
Groups denounce torching of journalist’s vehicle in Camiguin
Groups denounce torching of journalist’s vehicle in Camiguin
“We, journalists, will always be the favorite targets of politicians who are affected by our exposés and advocacies,” said Cagayan de Oro-based journalist Manuel Jaudian.
NUJP launches legal defense network for journalists
NUJP launches legal defense network for journalists
“This should not mean, of course, that we would be reckless or unethical.”
Groups denounce killing of 89-year-old veteran journalist
Groups denounce killing of 89-year-old veteran journalist
The National Union of Journalists of the Philippines (NUJP) said Dayang’s case is “contemptible,” knowing his age at 89 years old. He was reportedly shot three times by an unidentified gunman while he was watching television inside his home in Villa Salvacion.
Julie Alipala: A pillar of Philippine journalism
Julie Alipala: A pillar of Philippine journalism
“She’s a difficult enemy, but a very good friend. She will fight for you and stand for you and your rights.”
Esperon no-show in website blocking hearing, forgoes presentation of evidence
Esperon no-show in website blocking hearing, forgoes presentation of evidence
“The important issue we need to submit here is whether the memorandum issued by the NTC should be nullified in its entirety."
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Attacks on women journalists covering Duterte’s ICC trial denounced
Attacks on women journalists covering Duterte’s ICC trial denounced
“These attacks follow a familiar playbook—when powerful men feel threatened by factual reporting, they resort to gendered attacks to discredit women journalists.”
Free press not a threat, media groups remind Bicol official
Free press not a threat, media groups remind Bicol official
Media groups in Albay province reminded a Bicol-based government official on the role of private media outlets and the free press not being a threat in dealing with public scrutiny.
Police memo links PH’s exit from money laundering ‘grey list’ to activist crackdown allegations
Police memo links PH’s exit from money laundering ‘grey list’ to activist crackdown allegations
A memorandum issued by the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) Regional Field Unit based in La Union province reveals the existence of “Project ‘Exit the Greylist.’” It directly links the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) process to at least one terrorist financing case against an activist.
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.
‘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.”
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.”
Financing terrorism charges against community journalist, baseless
Financing terrorism charges against community journalist, baseless
Several media organizations condemned the charges of financing terrorism filed against Deo Montescarlos, calling these as an attempt to stifle press freedom.
Cebu-based student publication kicked out of its campus office
Cebu-based student publication kicked out of its campus office
Known for its critical coverage of tuition and other fee increases (TOFI) and administrative policies affecting students, the Cebu-based student publication Today’s Carolinian was removed from its office without prior notice.
Meta’s move to end 3rd party fact-checkers, a disservice to the public, groups say
Meta’s move to end 3rd party fact-checkers, a disservice to the public, groups say
“While Meta is correct in saying it should not be the arbiter of truth, this change as well as the decreasing emphasis on news and the prioritization of emotion and engagement, risks making truth trivial, inconsequential and just a distraction from being distracted by online noise."
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