![[People] The fishing wars by Fr. Shay Cullen](http://hronlineph.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/325-fr-shay-cullen.jpg?w=160&h=120&crop=1 "[People] The fishing wars by Fr. Shay Cullen")
The fishing wars by Fr. Shay Cullen Last week, a Taiwanese fisherman died when a Philippine Coast Guard patrol boat open-fired after one of the four Taiwanese fishing vessels reportedly tried to ram the coast guard vessel. The incident occurred 43 nautical miles east of Balintang Island, in the West Philippine Sea well inside the … Continue reading »
![[People] Gutsy moms who know but don’t approve by Ma. Ceres P. Doyo](http://hronlineph.files.wordpress.com/2013/03/ma-ceres-p-doyo.jpg?w=160&h=120&crop=1 "[People] Gutsy moms who know but don’t approve by Ma. Ceres P. Doyo")
Gutsy moms who know but don’t approve Philippine Daily Inquirer/FEATURES/by Ma. Ceres P. Doyo Quoting Edna St. Vincent Millay’s poem “Dirge Without Music” was how Lydia de la Paz, mother of slain physician Dr. Remberto “Bobby” de la Paz, began her speech that became a classic during the dark days of martial rule. She was … Continue reading »
Revenge ,forgiveness and making peaceby Fr. Shay Cullen The terrible crimes we witness against women and children, bombings against the innocent people in Boston, Iraq, Syria and elsewhere cause us to feel not only pity, but compassion with the victims and their families. Many people feel anger that cries out for revenge and vengeance. The … Continue reading »
The horrific crime against 7 year-old Mykie Prado by Fr. Shay Cullen We are facing a growing crises and epidemic of child sexual abuse according to the numbers that are being reported and by educated guess that thousands more go unreported. It takes much courage and bravery for a child or threatened adult to report … Continue reading »
Sexual violence in conflict and sex tourism must be opposed by Fr. Shay Cullen The unwelcome truth that civilized people don’t want to hear is that the human race is not so civilized after all. Hundreds of thousands of wealthy males travel from rich to poor countries every year to sexually exploit and abuse children … Continue reading »
REDISCOVERING THE HEART OF FAITH – SERVICE Fr. Shay Cullen When he bent down on his knees in the youth detention jail in Rome last Holy Thursday, washed and kissed the feet of the juvenile prisoners and also a mother and child and a Muslim, Pope Francis sent a message to Catholic Church leaders and … Continue reading »
![[People] SMI-Xstrata Mining Company funds paramilitary groups by Judy A. Pasimio](http://hronlineph.files.wordpress.com/2012/12/judy-pasimio-photo-from-lilak.jpg?w=160&h=120&crop=1 "[People] SMI-Xstrata Mining Company funds paramilitary groups by Judy A. Pasimio")
SMI-Xstrata Mining Company funds paramilitary groups by Judy A. Pasimio LILAK (Purple Action for Indigenous Women’s Rights) It is appalling to hear the confirmation of Kiblawan Mayor Marivic Diamante and military officers that Sagittarius Mines, Inc. (SMI) is providing funds for Civilian Armed Forces Geographical Unit or CAFGUs and military operations in the areas of its … Continue reading »
FULL FORCE for SMI-XSTRATA Mines by Judy A. Pasimio LILAK (Purple Action for Indigenous Women’s Rights) It is like watching a full orchestra playing a symphony. An ugly, sinister symphony. The Office of the President recently issued a decision to the appeal of Sagittarius Mines, Inc. (SMI) (Feb. 4, 2013), finding no grounds for the Department … Continue reading »
![[People] FOI: Waiting for the Hail Mary Pass By Walden Bello](http://hronlineph.files.wordpress.com/2011/09/walden-bello-word-world-citizenship-org1.jpg?w=160&h=120&crop=1 "[People] FOI: Waiting for the Hail Mary Pass By Walden Bello")
FOI: Waiting for the Hail Mary Pass By Walden Bello Philippine Daily Inquirer January 25, 2013 While the Senate has passed the Freedom of Information Bill (before its members descended into a deadly knife-fight), the House of Representatives still has to bring the FOI bill to the plenary for debate. Why the bill seems to … Continue reading »
Agrarian reform and the urban illusion By Walden Bello INQUIRER.net January 11, 2013 There can be no doubt that the administration of President Benigno Aquino III has made significant strides in terms of reform. The Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act was a major breakthrough, not only for women’s rights but also for development, owing … Continue reading »
![[People] Top ten issues for human rights in 2012 by Harry Roque](http://hronlineph.files.wordpress.com/2011/03/6712-harry20roque_225x181.jpg?w=160&h=120&crop=1 "[People] Top ten issues for human rights in 2012 by Harry Roque")
Top ten issues for human rights in 2012 Harry Roque’s blog Thoughts of an activist lawyer Here’s my choice for the top ten most important developments for Human Rights in the Philippines for 2012: 1. Passage of the Anti-Enforced Disappearance Law. Unfortunately, the passage of this law was overshadowed by the passage of the Reproductive … Continue reading »
The historic RH vote: How a democracy manages conflict over values By Walden Bello INQUIRER.net December 15, 2012 When the presiding officer, Rep. Lorenzo Tanada III, arrived at my name and asked for my vote during the historic House of Representatives’ vote on the Reproductive Health Bill last Wednesday night, December 12, I replied in … Continue reading »
May she rest in peace By Judy A. Pasimio / LILAK (Purple Action for Indigenous Women’s Rights) Today, Sheryll Ananayo-Puguon was laid to rest. At least that’s what we say when we bury our dead. But I wonder if Sheryll is indeed at rest today. If my lola (grandmother) is to be believed, one’s spirit … Continue reading »
![[People] Violations expose Myanmar reforms as a sham by Renato G. Mabunga](http://hronlineph.files.wordpress.com/2012/06/boyet-small.jpg?w=160&h=120&crop=1 "[People] Violations expose Myanmar reforms as a sham by Renato G. Mabunga")
Violations expose Myanmar reforms as a sham by Renato G. Mabunga November 6, 2012 Myanmar’s parliament was to debate on Monday a proposal to abolish a provision in the 1975 State Protection Act that allows the government to restrict the fundamental rights of people suspected of “endangering state sovereignty and security, public peace and tranquility.” … Continue reading »
![[People] AN ENCOUNTER by Judy A. Pasimio](http://hronlineph.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/juvycapion-by-lrc.jpg?w=160&h=120&crop=1 "[People] AN ENCOUNTER by Judy A. Pasimio")
AN ENCOUNTER by Judy A. Pasimio LILAK (Purple Action for Indigenous Women’s Rights) Imagine this. It was past 6:00 in the morning. The sun has risen, and nature was already awake. And so were Daguil and Jordan Capion. They were having coffee just outside their small hut of a farmhouse in Sitio Fayahlob, Barangay Datal … Continue reading »
