Student leader urges CHR to probe red-tagging, house visits
Members of the volunteer group were photographed and recorded during the activity without their consent.
Aug
2024
29
Brother of NDFP peace consultant reported missing
“We believe that James’ disappearance is either the latest in the military’s arsenal of dirty tricks to force his brother Alan to surface… given the military’s continuing failure to arrest Alan."
Aug
2024
29
Kin of the disappeared find domestic legal remedies wanting
“One desaparecido is already too much. Let us not further allow the Marcos Jr. government to rob us of our loved ones, rights and justice."
Aug
2024
29
The crucial role of the church in the Lumad struggle
“We live in a society where those who would do good are those who would be put to jail while the real terrorists and killers are free and in government positions.”
Aug
2024
28
Filmmaker appeals government ban on documentary on the disappearance of activist-brother
“We request your good office to take another look at Alipato At Muog with an open mind and an open heart. Our documentary is not fiction. It is a story of a family searching for their missing loved one. It is about human rights and the pursuit for justice,” Burgos said in his three-page letter.
Aug
2024
27
On National Heroes’ day, Makabayan bloc introduces senatorial slate for 2025 midterm elections
"Workers, farmers, the poor, teachers, and ordinary people have the right and ability to have their voices heard. We are proud of our candidates and their humble roots,” said Renato Reyes Jr. of Bagong Alyansang Makabayan.
Aug
2024
25
Repression on a loop
This atrocious prohibition is not at all new. Seventeen years ago in September of 2007, the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board under Consoliza Laguardia imposed an X rating on a short indie film titled “Rights”, made to press for the safe release of Jonas Burgos.
Aug
2024
25
Balik-Tanaw | Do you also want to leave?
The phenomenon of Church people leaving or abandoning the Church has become a normal event in the life of the Church, particularly in developed countries as well as in developing nations. This crisis is nothing new to us today but somehow began in the early years of Christianity. The gospel of John affirmed this crisis: “… many of his disciples returned to their former way of life and no longer accompanied him.” This provoked Jesus to confront the Twelve: “Do you also want to leave?”
Aug
2024
24
Environmental defender goes missing after supposed release from prison
Dasig, who was reportedly freed from the Lucena City District Jail (LCDJ) on August 22, has not been seen or heard from since her supposed release, leaving her family, legal team, and human rights advocates concerned for her safety.
Aug
2024
24
‘US military presence poses nuclear peril’
Some time ago, a distinguished patriot, someone I am proud to call a friend and noble kababayan, marked his 90th birthday and showed us all that a long life may diminish certain of our powers, but only deepens wisdom and affirms the strength of experience.
Aug
2024
23
Long-time farmer leader Danilo Ramos announces senate bid
In his speech, Ramos criticized the prevalence of political dynasties in the Philippines. He emphasized the need for a representative who understands the plight of farmers and fishermen, noting that they make up 70 to 75 percent of the population.
Aug
2024
23
NTC, NSC did not deny website blocking order
The witnesses of both agencies admitted the issuance of the NTC memo and therefore, also admitted that the Philippine government implemented the censorship against 27 websites. Their testimonies did not contradict Bulatlat’s assertion that the NTC, NSC and former National Security Adviser Hermogenes Esperon Jr. violated our right to publish, our right to free press and our right to free expression.
Aug
2024
22
Child rights group to VP Duterte: Channel the P10 million to basic social services instead
"While many Filipino children cannot go to school because education is no longer accessible—school supplies are expensive, food is costly, and uniforms, bags, and other needs are unaffordable—Sara Duterte is focused on boosting her public image and covering up her failures as the former Secretary of the Department of Education,” said Miguel Gonzales, national spokesperson of Salinlahi.
Aug
2024
22
Crackdown, psywar vs Bulacan farmers intensify
“The soldiers have undertaken a psywar campaign for fake surrenders. They utilise intimidation, threats, and coercion in house-to-house interrogations and summons, explicitly red-tagging KMP and the mere act of participating in protests,” KMP said in a statement.
Aug
2024
21
Challenging traditional politics, former Bayan Muna solon to run for the Senate
“The candidates of Makabayan are sincere people. They came from the ranks of farmers, workers, teachers, and professionals who have shared experiences with ordinary folk.”
Aug
2024
19
Ronnel Arambulo is set to sail for a Senate run
Pamalakaya Vice Chairperson Ronnel Arambulo is the fifth candidate to declare candidacy under the Makabayan Coalition.
