Prison officials accountable for P7 million missing fund
The Bureau of Corrections should investigate its erring personnel, file the necessary charges and demand that she return what she embezzled instead of squeezing the PDLs dry.
Apr
2025
8
Cebu environmental leader on NTF-ELCAC ‘watchlist’ fears for safety
Giovanni Gabuli, who chairs the environmental group Pundok Sagop Kalikopan and works with the Bacay Fisherfolk Association, has long advocated against harmful reclamation projects affecting local communities.
Apr
2025
7
Progressive, rights groups launch white ribbon campaign in solidarity with EJK victims
“That's why we are launching the white ribbon campaign today, as a symbol of our recognition that they [EJK victims] are the true victims, a symbol of our support for their quest for justice, a symbol of our call to hold accountable those responsible for the EJKs during Duterte's drug war.”
Apr
2025
6
Misamis Oriental governor criticized for alleged hate speech vs Muslims, sexist remarks during campaign rally
“Unabia’s statements undermine the dignity and professionalism of healthcare workers, particularly women nurses, and reduce their worth to their physical appearances."
Apr
2025
6
13 years on, still no budget for CHR to implement anti-enforced disappearance law
“While it is still not working, when the law is not implemented, it is mere embellishment."
Apr
2025
6
Julie Alipala: A pillar of Philippine journalism
“She’s a difficult enemy, but a very good friend. She will fight for you and stand for you and your rights.”
Apr
2025
5
Fisherfolk group blames Duterte for decline in fish catch in Cagayan, calls for accountability
The daily income of small-scale fishers in Aparri and other coastal towns in Cagayan has drastically dropped—from an average of P7,000 (119 USD) to just P900 (15.3 USD).
Apr
2025
5
Bicolanos reiterate abolition of NTF-ELCAC
Makabayan Bicol expressed alarm over the growing incidents of red-tagging, and outright threats against progressive candidates, their campaigners and supporters even with the issuance by the Commission on Elections (Comelec) of Resolution No. 1116 prohibiting acts associated with red-tagging.
Apr
2025
5
Gov’t urged to address children’s online sexual abuse
“This type of abuse against children is widespread due to the extreme poverty that many Filipino families endure. They struggle to meet their daily needs because of low wages, lack of job opportunities, and the rising cost of goods,” Salinlahi Spokesperson Trixie Manalo said.
Apr
2025
5
Indigenous peoples, residents alarmed over presence of 80 private guards in their island
"Our community was once full of life, peaceful, but now we are being harassed by corporations trying to claim our land. We do not even know where they supposedly bought our land from. We just want a peaceful life."
Apr
2025
4
Apr
2025
3
Children’s rights, welfare as election agenda
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Apr
2025
2
Amid Duterte’s arrest, families of ‘drug war’ victims find strength and solidarity
Since Duterte’s arrest on March 11, families of the victims seem to have been laughing more lately–in between tears. For them, Duterte’s arrest brought mixed emotions. They are happy that he is finally arrested but also restless of the thought that he might still get out and other perpetrators are not yet held accountable.
Apr
2025
1
In Bicol, sectoral leaders support Makabayan bets
Our fellow Bicolanos deserve genuine change in the country. Our Makabayan candidates echo their aspirations."
Apr
2025
1
Navotas fishers struggle as Manila Bay reclamation expands
“In development, we should all progress together with their project, right? That’s all there is to it. We are not involved in this kind of thing despite us, honestly, standing to lose a lot."
Mar
2025
31
Ramadan observed with calls to free Palestine
"Because Israel is not deserving to be a state. It is a state committing genocide."
