Special prosecutor for crimes vs journalists sought
United Nations special rapporteur on freedom of opinion and expression Irene Khan has recommended the appointment of special prosecutors who would handle crimes against journalists and other human rights defenders......»»
QC prosecutor’s office junks ‘grave threats’ rap vs Duterte
The Quezon City Prosecutor’s Office has dismissed the grave threats case filed by ACT Teachers Rep. France Castro against former President Rodrigo Duterte, saying there was insufficient evidence to prove his intent to harm her. Castro accused Duterte of threatening to kill her based on statements he made during two episodes of his show “Gikan sa Masa,.....»»
Heinous crimes-convicted individuals still entitled to GCTA — SC
The SC said that the Department of Justice overstepped its authority in subordinate legislation by excluding individuals convicted of heinous crimes from the advantages of Republic Act No. 10592, also known as the new GCTA law......»»
Cebu City police probe habal-habal driver’s possible involvement in crimes
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Cebu City police are looking into the possible involvement of a habal-habal driver, who was caught with an unregistered firearm during a checkpoint on Monday, April 1, in previous crimes, including the illegal drug trade. Police Major Henry Savior Orbiso, chief of Parian Police Station, told CDN Digital that they will.....»»
Gender and crimes that affect the environment: why it matters
Gender and crimes that affect the environment: why it matters.....»»
GCash, CICC eye speedy response to fraud-related crimes
DICT Secretary Ivan Uy said that the partnership with the fintech company aimed to establish a “rapid incident response” on fraud-related crimes committed through GCash......»»
Crimes in Japan rise 17 pct in 2023
TOKYO, Feb. 8 (Xinhua) -- The number of police-recognized criminal offenses in Japan in 2023 increased 17 percent from the previous year to 703,351, data showed Thursday. Among them, the number of serious crimes, including murder and sexual assault cases, climbed 29.8 percent to 12,372, and that of robberies rose 18.6 percent to 1,361, according to the National Police Agency (NPA). Meanwhile, sexual offen.....»»
Crimes in Japan rise 17 pct in 2023
TOKYO, Feb. 8 (Xinhua) -- The number of police-recognized criminal offenses in Japan in 2023 increased 17 percent from the previous year to 703,351, data showed Thursday. Among them, the number of serious crimes, including murder and sexual assault cases, climbed 29.8 percent to 12,372, and that of robberies rose 18.6 percent to 1,361, according to the National Police Agency (NPA). Meanwhile, sexual offen.....»»
Thai journalists arrested for news coverage of anarchist graffiti on temple
The two journalists were charged with being accomplices to damaging an historical site and public vandalism, says Thai Lawyers for Human Rights, which is representing the two men.....»»
Media groups laud gov t action to Pampanga demolition harassment
Members of the Central Luzon Media Association and the National Union of Journalists of the Philippines (NUJP)-Pampanga commended the Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFoMS) for its "swift action" following an incident against journalists during a demolition......»»
Justice still elusive as environmental activists, journalists commemorate 13th death anniversary of Gerry Ortega
Ortega was known to courageously oppose influential mining aimed at exploiting the natural resources of Palawan. His colleagues firmly believe that the broadcaster was killed for reporting on the misuse of the Malampaya fund by the local government at that time. The post Justice still elusive as environmental activists, journalists commemorate 13th death anniversary of Gerry Ortega appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
News5 adds two more seasoned journalists to its roster
In the advent of paid troll farms, “black ops” and fake news being peddled and packaged in the guise of legitimate news article formats, the need for real journalists is more vital than ever......»»
Journalists harassed, threatened by armed men while covering demolition
At least 12 men, all with guns and wearing bonnets, forced their way inside the gates during the demolition. One of the men pointed a gun at Rowena “Weng” Quejada and told her to stop taking videos. The armed men proceeded to forcibly take her cellphone and bag, including all her IDs and her wallet which contained cash. The post Journalists harassed, threatened by armed men while covering demolition appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Journalists, human rights defenders welcome UN expert recommendations
"The Philippine government will become a laughing stock in the international community if it does not heed SR Khan's findings." The post Journalists, human rights defenders welcome UN expert recommendations appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
In the Philippines, women journalists face sexual harassment, politically-motivated attacks
“Frenchie used to lead the Eastern Vista, where is it now? They used to report the prices of basic commodities of Samar and how it affects the people. No one does that now. It is a big disservice to the poor in the region.” The post In the Philippines, women journalists face sexual harassment, politically-motivated attacks appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Filipino journalists devastated anew after CNN Philippines shutdown
Filipino journalists devastated anew after CNN Philippines shutdown.....»»
BBM okay sought for bridge linking Negros, Cebu, Bohol
BBM okay sought for bridge linking Negros, Cebu, Bohol.....»»
Audit of P10.3 billion free tuition fund sought
A lawmaker has sought an audit of the P10.3-billion budget for free tuition and living allowance of poor students in state universities and colleges and private higher education institution......»»
Emergency protocols in case of bridge collapse sought
Emergency protocols in case of bridge collapse sought.....»»
Marcos declares Feb. 9 a special non-working day for Chinese New Year
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared February 9, a Friday, as a special non-working day in the country for the celebration of Chinese New Year. The Palace issued Proclamation No. 453, making the declaration. “The declaration of 09 February 2024, Friday, as an additional special non-working day throughout the country will give.....»»
Rights group calls for deeper look into military’s reprisals vs. rights defenders
As the motion of reconsideration for the terror charges against Ken Rementilla and Jasmin Rubia was denied by an Antipolo prosecutor, human rights alliance Defend Southern Tagalog calls for accountability of notorious rights violators. The post Rights group calls for deeper look into military’s reprisals vs. rights defenders appeared first on Bulatlat......»»