Source: http://ramatak.net/ August 24 marks the 7th month since the murder of my father, Doc Gerry Ortega. I am knocking on your door again, asking you to please add your voice to the chorus this week–mention it in a column, a blog, Facebook, Twitter, discuss it on radio, with friends, etc. We have evidence that … Continue reading »
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[In the news] Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines urges government to pursue peace talks | Sun.Star
Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines urges government to pursue peace talks | Sun.Star. AS THE Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) rejected the government’s proposal to grant its autonomy, the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) has urged the government to pursue the peace talks in Mindanao. Archbishop Antonio Ledesma, chairperson of the CBCP … Continue reading »
[Video] Edsa Stories: Eugenia Apostol – Focus on the Global South
Uploaded by edsastories in youtube. Eugenia Apostol founded in 1985 the Philippine Daily Inquirer, the Philippines‘ newspaper which claims to have the largest share in the market today. It was politically volatile at that time and the people needed an independent publication. Under Apostol’s leadership, the broadsheet reported fearlessly on Corazon Aquino‘s campaign for presidency … Continue reading »
[Isyung HR] Ligo na you, wangwang na me.
by Mokong Republic For the sake of our new readers. Ang Isyung HR po ay inilalabas ng HRonlinePH tuwing Linggo. Layunin nitong gawing magaan ang mga isyung bumabatbat sa karapatang pantao. Announcement: On August 30, the international human rights community will be commemorating the International Day of the Disappeared (IDD). There will be activities … Continue reading »
[Statement] Uphold campus democracy, PLM must have a student regent! – sdkonline.wordpress.com
Uphold campus democracy, PLM must have a student regent! Samahang Demokratiko ng Kabataan (SDK) supports the call for amendments of the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila – University of the City of Manila (PLM) Charter to pave the way in installing a student representative in the Board of Regents (BOR). This is also in compliance … Continue reading »
[Blogger/Tula] Hanggang Islogan Ka Lang (?!) – matangapoy.blogspot.com
HANGGANG ISLOGAN KA LANG (?!) ni Gregorio V, Bituin Jr. anang pangulo, “Kung Walang Corrupt, Walang Mahirap” paano naman kung ang kanyang mga patakaran ay kontra-masa, kontra-obrero’t kontra-mahirap di ba’t ito’y tulad din ng pagiging utak-wangwang? kaya di sapat ang “walang corrupt, walang mahirap” na kanyang islogan mula halalan hanggang ngayon dahil ito’y magmumukha lang … Continue reading »
[Blogger] This is not funny! – koihernandez.wordpress.com
This is not funny! by Koi Hernandez It’s in all news. The number of Dengue Cases here in the Philippines is getting more and more alarming again. This deadly disease that has taken lives of our beloved in the Philippines is caused by a mosquito called the Aedes Aegypti. Aedes aegypti is a vector for … Continue reading »
[From the web] Cocoy Tulawie Case: Supreme Court Granted Transfer of Venue – mpc.org.ph
Cocoy Tulawie Case: Supreme Court Granted Transfer of Venue August 17, 2011 – The legal odyssey of Mr. Temogen “Cocoy” Tulawie has recently reached a positive development. This is in relation to the criminal cases filed against him by Governor Abdulsakur Tan of Jolo, Sulu for multiple frustrated murder and multiple attempted murder, in violation … Continue reading »
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[Press Release] Young Filipina Bags Zonta International’s Coveted Global Award
Young Filipina Bags Zonta International’s Coveted Global Award For Her Literacy Advocacy Work In War-Torn Areas A young Filipina-Muslim has done the country proud by becoming one of the five international awardees of the Zonta International Young Women in Public Affairs Award (YWPA) for her work in building libraries and distributing books in areas known … Continue reading »
[Press Release] 8 Solons Seek Investigation of Allegedly Questionable And Disadvantageous Policies of Airline Companies
Mounting complaints from their constituents has driven eight congressmen to seek an inquiry into the allegedly questionable and lopsided policies of local airline companies on matters of flight delays and cancellations; and exorbitant fees and charges to the detriment of millions of Filipinos who have now taken air travel as the preferred mode of transportation … Continue reading »
[In the news] Acosta appointed adviser for environmental protection – Philstar.com
Acosta appointed adviser for environmental protection By Delon Procalla (The Philippine Star) MANILA, Philippines - President Aquino yesterday signed the appointment papers of former Bukidnon Rep. Neric Acosta as Presidential Adviser for Environmental Protection. Three months ago, Aquino said they were creating an office for Acosta, an ally in the Liberal Party, who lost in … Continue reading »
[In the news] Police blotter tells story of blocked witness – Inquirer.net
MAGUINDANAO MASSACRE TRIAL Police blotter tells story of blocked witness By Philip C. Tubeza Philippine Daily Inquirer Even as the accused Ampatuan family members have gone to the Supreme Court to block the testimony of key government witness Kenny Dalandag, prosecutors on Wednesday succeeded in putting into the court record Dalagdag’s initial report to the … Continue reading »
[In the news] Rebel group’s captives seek stop to military operations – sunstar.com.ph
Rebel group’s captives seek stop to military operations By Nelson C. Bagaforo DAVAO CITY — Three captives of the New People’s Army (NPA) appealed to President Benigno Aquino III to suspend military operations in Davao and Caraga regions to pave way for their safe and immediate release. The appeal, made by Mayor Henry Dano of … Continue reading »
[In the news] Accountability: Hostage crisis survivors, PH journalists find common cause – InterAksyon.com
Accountability: Hostage crisis survivors, PH journalists find common cause InterAksyon.com MANILA, Philippines – Survivors of last year’s Luneta hostage crisis and relatives of the Hong Kong tourists who died have found common cause with Philippine journalists crusading for justice for murdered colleagues – accountability. The survivors and relatives of the dead, accompanied by Hong Kong … Continue reading »
