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Myanmar Filmmaker Sentenced to Life in Prison
On January 10, a Myanmar military court closed to the public sentenced award-winning documentary filmmaker Shin Daewe to life in prison on trumped-up terrorism charges. Her conviction and harsh sentencing is the latest example of the Myanmar junta's relentless persecution of the media.Police arrested Shin.....»»
PH army’s new cyber defense group questioned over potential use for attacks
In 2018, several websites of progressive organizations and media outfits became victims of relentless DDoS attacks. A probe by Sweden-based Qurium Media Foundation revealed that the attacks came from the Philippine Army, including activities linked to the Chief of Staff for Intelligence of the Philippine Army. The post PH army’s new cyber defense group questioned over potential use for attacks appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Myanmar’s military gov’t. to start drafting 5K people a month for military service
Myanmar’s military gov’t. to start drafting 5K people a month for military service.....»»
Churches, temples and monasteries regularly hit by airstrikes in Myanmar
Churches, temples and monasteries regularly hit by airstrikes in Myanmar.....»»
Rescuers halt work in Masara due to unstable ground
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 13 February)—The search, rescue and retrieval (SRR) operations at the Masara landslide site were halted today due to ground movement. Ferdinand Dobli, Apex Mining community relations manager and incident commander, said in a press conference streamed via Facebook Live that they had to halt SRR operations around 2 p.m. due to […].....»»
10th ID bashes Canadian gov’t for travel advisory vs Mindanao
The 10th Infantry Agila Division (10ID) of the Philippine Army criticized the Canadian government for issuing a travel advisory against all parts of Mindanao, which includes their area of responsibility. Major Mark Anthony Tito, spokesperson for the 10th ID, emphasized that the regions under their jurisdiction are peaceful and free from terrorism and violent threats, contrary to the Canadian embassy's advisory. The division oversees 12 provinces, seven cities, and 72 municipalities in various parts of Mindanao. Tito expressed bewilderment at the basis of the travel advisory, asserting that the Canadian government lacks awareness of the actual situation on the ground. He highlighted the peaceful nature of the entire Davao Region throughout 2023, with no recorded incidents of terrorism or insurgency. Despite the exclusion of Davao City from the advisory, Tito noted that the region would still be impacted. The Canadian embassy's advisory warned its citizens to avoid visiting Mindanao due to ongoing terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, high levels of violence, and encounters between rebel forces and government security authorities. Specific provinces and regions were singled out for caution or non-essential travel, including Northern Mindanao, Soccsksargen, and Eastern Mindanao. Contrary to the advisory, the 10th ID has been actively weakening and eliminating guerilla forces within its jurisdiction as part of the Philippine Army's efforts to establish an insurgency-free zone. In fact, on October 27, 2023, the Davao Region celebrated its first anniversary as an insurgency-free region in the Philippines. This dispute has led to other related stories, including the Chamber's intention to engage in discussions with the Canadian government regarding the travel advisory, as well as refutations from the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) and celebrations of the Davao Region's insurgency-free status by the Regional Peace and Order Council. In summary, the 10th ID vehemently opposes the Canadian government's travel advisory, citing the peaceful and secure nature of the regions under their jurisdiction, and highlighting the significant strides made in eradicating insurgency in the Davao Region......»»
Ex-Mingla Vice Mayor ordered to halt construction works
Ex-Mingla Vice Mayor ordered to halt construction works.....»»
Cebu City council seeks halt to CBRT construction due to heritage concerns
CEBU CITY, Philippines – The Cebu City Council resolved to halt the ongoing civil works of the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (CBRT) project at the Cebu Provincial Capitol, citing concerns that the construction poses a visual intrusion on the iconic building. Vice Mayor Raymond Alvin Garcia brought forth the motion, urging the Office of the.....»»
Gwen orders to halt Cebu BRT construction in heritage buffer zones
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Gov. Gwendolyn Garcia has ordered proponents of the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) to halt civil works near Fuente Osmeña and the Capitol building for heritage protection purposes. Garcia has issued a memorandum, addressed to the Cebu BRT Team and the contractor, Hunan Road and Bridge Construction Group Ltd., to cease.....»»
Cuenco calls for halt of BRT construction
Cuenco calls for halt of BRT construction.....»»
The Mayor of Virac expresses gratitude to the former Chief of Police and extends full support to the new leadership of PNP Virac
Mayor Sammy Laynes conveys his appreciation for the service rendered by outgoing Chief of Police Robert Kevin Caparosso during his tenure at the Virac Municipal Police Station for several years. Meanwhile, the mayor pledges his full support to the new leadership under OIC Chief of Police Emsol Icawat. “We also thank our outgoing chief, PMAJ […] The post The Mayor of Virac expresses gratitude to the former Chief of Police and extends full support to the new leadership of PNP Virac appeared first on Bicol Peryodiko......»»
3 areas in Iloilo City watched for New Year violence
At least three areas in Iloilo City will be closely watched by authorities to prevent possible violence among some of its residents during the New Year revelries......»»
New Vatican document on human rights condemns gender theory, digital violence
The Vatican has released a new document updating the Church’s teachings on human rights touching on contemporary issues such as abortion, gender theory, sex change and digital violence......»»
EDITORIAL - Victims of domestic violence
On National Women’s Month, advocates of women’s welfare are glad that a general in the Armed Forces of the Philippines is seeing his career derailed by accusations of domestic violence hurled by his estranged wife......»»
Residents in Angeles defend their houses, face violence from police, private security
Clarkhills Properties started its forced demolition in 2023. About 2,000 individuals live in the 73 hectares of land that the corporation is trying to seize. The post Residents in Angeles defend their houses, face violence from police, private security appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Marcos: Philippines drug problem lessened sans violence
Sans violence, the Philippine government has “lessened” the narcotics problem in the country, President Marcos told German Chancellor Olaf Scholz during their meeting here on Tuesday.....»»
Spike in gender-based violence cases noted
A DEPARTMENT of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) official reported a surge in gender-based violence cases in Davao Region, reaching 170 in 2023 compared to 131 in 2022......»»
Hikayat ng QC Vice Mayor Sotto, kalalakihan manguna sa paglaban vs Violence Against Women
NANINIWALA si Quezon City Vice Mayor Gian Sotto na masusugpo ang Violence Against Women (VAW) kapag sinimulan ng mga kalalakihan na wakasan ito. Bilang mga lalaki, dapat nilang tulungan ang maraming kababaihan na ‘walang boses’ at ‘hindi maipaglaban’ ang kanilang sarili. Ginawa ni Sotto ang pahayag nang dumalo sa mass oathtaking ng libo-libong kalalakihan na ….....»»
Filipino bishop calls for end to gun violence
Filipino bishop calls for end to gun violence.....»»
NEWS BRIEFS | 24 February 2024
Violence against women, girls a pressing issue in Caraga CAGAYAN DE ORO (MindaNews / 24 February) – Violence against women and girls remains a pressing issue in the Caraga region, an official said. Alexander Makinano, Regional Gender and Development Committee chair of the Commission on Population and Development said this can be blamed on gender […].....»»