Behind bars, political prisoners assert freedom
"We learned so much, including the daily indignities they experienced."
Jun
2026
20
Youth groups sound alarm over red-tagging, forced interrogation of student leader
Youth and environmental groups denounced the interrogation and red-tagging of University of the Philippines University Student Council (USC) Councilor-elect Angel Lopez on June 13 amid community immersion in a community in Kasibu, Nueva Vizcaya.
Jun
2026
19
Labor group urges PHL ratification of ILO convention
"For too long, platform companies have profited from a business model built on precarious work, low pay, and the denial of labor rights."
Jun
2026
19
Fisherfolk families in GenSan struggling to return to sea, seeking shelter
“Small fishers especially are going hungry.”
Jun
2026
18
After 10 years, obtaining gov’t data via e-FOI portal remains a challenge
"The current FOI framework lacks the permanence, enforcement mechanisms, and institutional reach that only legislation can provide."
Jun
2026
18
Activists demand justice for queer political prisoners
“True equality cannot exist where people are imprisoned for their political beliefs and advocacy."
Jun
2026
18
Healing island under pressure: Eco-tourism reshapes Siquijor’s biodiversity
While the island’s economy relies heavily on its famous white-sand beaches and natural attractions, locals and conservation advocates worry that unmanaged tourism growth could lead to environmental degradation.
Jun
2026
18
New school year, same problems
“A teacher should only be teaching and giving out grades to their students. But no, they do everything.”
Jun
2026
17
Groups unite to monitor impeachment, defend constitutional accountability
For the organizers, the impeachment trial is not simply another political battle in Manila—it is a test of democratic institutions and the Filipino people's capacity to demand accountability from those in power.
Jun
2026
16
Thousands of fishers affected by Habagat demand assistance
Pamalakaya urged the Department of Agriculture to immediately mobilize their calamity assistance fund to provide economic aid to small-scale fisherfolk struggling from the impacts of Habagat.
Jun
2026
16
Rights group launches donation drive for children of political prisoners in Eastern Visayas
There are at least 20 political prisoners in Eastern Visayas, and most of them are farmers and human rights workers slapped with trumped-up criminal charges due to their political beliefs.
Jun
2026
15
Mothers of disappeared ask: Where is convicted rights violator Palparan?
“Allowing a convicted perpetrator of grave human rights violations to receive extraordinary accommodations sends the wrong message—that accountability may be evaded by those with power or connections."
Jun
2026
14
128 years after ‘independence,’ progressives say Filipinos are still not free
While the government celebrates independence, many fishermen are losing their livelihood due to reclamation projects, and poor families face dislocation and demolition.
Jun
2026
14
Former NGO worker in Bukidnon slams police visit: ‘I was traumatized’
"Every time there is someone who knocks on our door, I feel nervous. If I hear some voices of men outside our home, I start to worry."
Jun
2026
14
Family decries continuing harassment against detained artist-activist
But while Ceeka’s condition remains stable, her family said that military personnel continue to make repeated attempts to approach her inside detention.
Jun
2026
14
Siargao cafe Instagram account deleted after hate crime exposé
“This assault represents a new and unacceptable level of aggression against the people of this island."
