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MARTIN’S PURRSPECTIVE
25 years and counting
25 years and counting
In the tradition of the mosquito press, Bulatlat continues its human rights reporting.
COMICS
A merry ruling class Christmas
A merry ruling class Christmas
We know it's a good one they're having this year.
Mary Jane is coming home
Mary Jane is coming home
Mary Jane Veloso's path continues, we hope, back in the Philippines and out of prison.
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PHOTO OF THE WEEK
Harvesting corn
Harvesting corn
Aida Cabradilla, an indigenous Isnag, works on her cornfield in Madduang village, Kabugao, Apayao. Although their field is in an upland location and will not be submerged when the Gened-1, Gened-2, and Madduang dams are built, she fears they will no longer be able to farm because of strict prohibitions on kaingin (slash-and-burn farming) intended to prevent contamination of the reservoir.
Defending the environment is a way of life
Defending the environment is a way of life
Nilbert Marquez, 28, is a Dumagat from Quezon province, stands on a dried-up streambed, sharing stories of the changes he has witnessed since his first day as a forest ranger at Masungi. During his first year, this stream alone would only hold water for about three months each year. Today, it retains water for up to six consecutive months – a clear sign of improvement brought about by consistent and effective conservation efforts.
Riding the waves
Riding the waves
John Amoyo, 23, skims across the water of Borongan City, Eastern Samar, as he trains for an upcoming competition. Skimboarding and surfing have become popular pastimes among the youth in the province, drawing tourists — especially during competitions.
People’s verdict
People’s verdict
An activist pulling one of the effigies toward the main program area along Commonwealth Avenue, Quezon City during the People’s State of the Nation Address (SONA) in July 2024. This year, progressive sectoral groups and human rights defenders are once again expected to take to the streets to expose the true state of the nation under the Bongbong Marcos Jr. administration. Delegates from the Southern Tagalog and Central Luzon will highlight the struggles of communities amid rampant development aggression, intensified militarization, and the continued criminalization of activists and progressive organizations.
NEWS IN PICTURES
Youth, kin, hold indignation rally for the death of student activist
Youth, kin, hold indignation rally for the death of student activist
Friends, teachers and loved ones shared stories about Alano’s energetic and indomitable character.
On Earth Day, progressives condemn US’ Pax Silica, war on Iran
On Earth Day, progressives condemn US’ Pax Silica, war on Iran
For progressive groups, the Pax Silica would make the Philippines a source of raw materials for the US war production, which includes drones and missiles with advanced AI.
Solidarity ride, run call for an end to destructive projects
Solidarity ride, run call for an end to destructive projects
It aimed to highlight calls for an end to destructive mining and large dam developments within Indigenous peoples’ (IP) ancestral lands, especially in the Cordillera Administrative Region.
Activists condemn Trump’s attacks on West Asia, US military exercises in the Philippines
Activists condemn Trump’s attacks on West Asia, US military exercises in the Philippines
“U.S. imperialism is the root of crisis and oppression in the Philippines and across the globe."
THIS WEEK IN PEOPLE’S HISTORY
APARICIÓN
Aparición | Luisa Posa-Dominado and Leonilo Arado
Aparición | Luisa Posa-Dominado and Leonilo Arado
Today is the eighth year of the disappearance of two well-loved progressive personalities in Panay island: five-time political detainee Luisa Posa-Dominado and peasant leader and organizer Leonilo Arado.
Aparición | Roberto Pascual Sr.
Aparición | Roberto Pascual Sr.
Twenty-seven years ago, Roberto Pascual Sr., a 34-year-old community organizer, was abducted and disappeared in Navotas.
Aparición | Abner Hizarsa
Aparición | Abner Hizarsa
Today, March 22, is the eighth year of disappearance of Abner Hizarsa, a four-time political detainee and former spokesperson of NDF-Bataan.
Aparición | Danilo Macapagal
Aparición | Danilo Macapagal
Ten years ago today, veteran protest leader Danilo Macapagal, who survived the cruel martial law years, disappeared under the regime of his own cousin, Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo.
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Audio: Interview with Luis Jalandoni and Alex Padilla
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