Behind bars, political prisoners assert freedom
"We learned so much, including the daily indignities they experienced."
May
2026
5
Lawmakers, rights lawyers slam DND’s rejection of peace talks
“If we are ‘at peace,’ why does the armed conflict persist?”
May
2026
4
Humanizing the victims: Toboso massacre not a win for the Philippine military
“She was happy with what she did and we cannot stop her from doing something that gives her happiness. We have to respect that."
May
2026
4
Cebu’s waste crisis needs zero-waste solutions, not waste-to-energy, advocates say
Jorge Emmanuel, a chemical engineer, cautioned that all waste-to-energy (WTE) technologies emit toxic substances, making them a questionable solution.
May
2026
4
Binaliw landfill reopens amid unresolved issues after landslide
Experts and citizens continue to express concern over the resumption of the Binaliw landfill, citing unresolved issues that remain unaddressed by Prime Waste Solutions.
May
2026
3
Leyte drivers say oil price rollbacks not enough
“We’ve learned to strictly manage our expenses by eating only twice a day."
May
2026
3
Media groups on World Press Freedom Day: ‘Free Frenchie, justice for RJ!’
The NUJP also emphasized the need to address the climate of impunity. If this still exists, “no amount of safety measures would be enough to protect ourselves from harm.”
May
2026
2
At the barricade: A mother’s stand against mining in Dupax del Norte
“This success in Dupax del Norte is a success against mining all over the Philippines."
May
2026
2
Workers’ forum, protest mark May 1 in Albay
The minimum wage in the Bicol region at P455 ($7.41) per day will never be enough for daily expenses since inflation in the country continues to rise.
May
2026
1
Progressives commemorate International Worker’s Day
On International Workers’ Day, multisectoral formations marched alongside workers from España Blvd to Mendiola, demanding higher wages, the removal of value added tax, justice for recent state-perpetrated killings, and an end to US imperialism.
May
2026
1
Philippines remains dangerous for journalists
It is still under the dark orange category, which implies a “difficult” state of press freedom.
May
2026
1
Soldiers, police face charges over Zamboanga City ‘massacre’
Concerned groups denounced the killing of three civilians, calling for an impartial investigation that is independent of the involved units.
May
2026
1
Lawyer: Hold Philippine military accountable for Toboso 19 massacre
“What happened in Toboso is a massacre."
Apr
2026
30
Filipino community in NY holds vigil and indignation rally for Toboso 19
“We are here to show the Philippine armed forces and government that we will continue to struggle in the footsteps of those they stole from us."
Apr
2026
30
Journalist faces complaint over screenshots used in news report
The materials are part of reporting on a matter of public interest, specifically the handling of government scholarship funds and student benefits.
Apr
2026
30
Lanao del Norte plant workers end 52-day strike, clinch wage increase
The union was able to clinch wage increase, signing bonus, back pay, and adjustments in their work hours.
