‘Ghost witness’ in political prisoners case exposed in trial
The two witnesses testified that no “Carlos De Dios” had lived in the barangay where the three accused were arrested.
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‘Ghost witness’ in political prisoners case exposed in trial
The two witnesses testified that no “Carlos De Dios” had lived in the barangay where the three accused were arrested.
Jul
2026
18
Media groups decry unjust vexation case vs Bacolod-based journalist
"While every person has the right to seek legal remedies, the legal process should never be used to discourage independent journalism and reporting in the public interest."
Jul
2026
18
People’s SONA to highlight Marcos admin’s US puppetry, rights abuses
Progressive groups urged the people to join the July 27 People's SONA.
Jul
2026
18
Right(s) Up: Juvenile Justice Act pushes for restorative justice, offenders still face accountability
“Restorative justice emphasizes the restoration of respect, equality, and dignity in the relationship [of the community] affected by the alleged wrongdoing."
Jul
2026
18
Advocates renew calls for Talaingod 13 conviction reversal
“By sustaining this conviction, the State codifies a chilling precedent."
Jul
2026
18
Filipinos urged to focus on morality of VP Sara’s threats
“No public official should threaten the life of another human being."
Jul
2026
15
UN expert questions handling of rights defender killed by police
UN Special Rapporteur on human rights defender Mary Lawlor urged the Philippine government to reopen the investigation, stressing that the documentary evidence tends to support wrongful death litigation.
Jul
2026
15
Mining firm files cyberlibel vs anti-mining residents’ lawyer
The cyberlibel complaint against Santos comes amid continuing opposition to NLMRC’s exploration activities, with residents maintaining a barricade to protest the company’s operations.
Jul
2026
15
Lawmakers urged to investigate Meralco over dubious electricity rates
“Congress should investigate why Meralco was not held accountable and how laws could be strengthened to truly defend the rights of the people."
Jul
2026
15
Groups condemn illegal assembly charges vs activists
"It's infuriating that those who are protesting to demand for a daily living wage of P1,200 ($19.53), lower prices of basic goods, and respect for the rights of workers and ordinary Filipinos are the very ones being charged."
Jul
2026
15
US marine biologist killed in Negros
Dr. Kent Carpenter produced research that reshaped how scientists understand marine life in the Philippines.
Jul
2026
14
Tabaco fisherfolk decries toxic waste
"We can't stop fishing because that's where we make a living."
Jul
2026
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Batanes in the crosshairs: Resisting Chinese territorial revisionism and U.S.-Japanese militarization in the Luzon Strait
The pre-colonial Ivatan society, defined by its fortified idjangs (mountain fortresses) and autonomous participation in the Maritime Jade Road, was a sovereign entity. To subsume their heritage under a Chinese claim based on ancient trade networks or proximity is an epistemic assault.
Jul
2026
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As praises pour in for Alex Eala, questions remain over government support
A review of publicly available government records for this story did not find documentation confirming whether the approved financial assistance was eventually released or the final amount, if any, that reached Eala.
