Most of the victims who fell prey to the bloodied claws of tokhang are economic providers in their respective families. Evidently, the result of this senseless war on drugs has exacerbated the already precarious state of poor families in this barangay.
Pag-aresto sa community journalist sa Negros, kinundena
Local folks simultaneously do panag-aapoy (light a fire) on the graves of their departed relatives which gives a sight of bonfire across the cemetery. They believe that the fires give warmth and light to their departed loved ones. According to some community members, panag-aapoy is also a way of connecting to the souls of their ancestors.
Filipino farmers call for subsidy amid the influx of imported rice from other countries.
The artworks remind us that the poor of San Roque are human beings deserving of dignity.
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