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UN special rapporteur Khan arrives in the Philippines

United Nations special rapporteur Irene Khan has arrived in the Philippines on Monday to embark on a 10-day visit to assess the state of free expression and press freedom in the Philippines......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 22nd, 2024

The Jets on family, music and legacy

The Jets, a Tongan-American family band that was formed in 1977 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, achieved global success from 1985 to 1990 with three world tours and five Top 10 hits on the US Billboard Hot 100. Renowned for songs like Crush on You, You Got It All, and Make It Real, the group has navigated the “challenges” of working together daily, maintaining resilience and cohesion......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 17th, 2024

Japan boxer, former three-division world champion, trains in Cebu

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Former three-division world champion Kosei Tanaka returned to Cebu for some top-notch boxing training.  The 28-year-old Japanese is the former World Boxing Organization (WBO) world minimum, world flyweight, and former world light flyweight champion. He will spend three weeks in Cebu at the ZIP Sanman Boxing gym in Banawa, Barangay Guadalupe. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

Esquivel reigns in longboard event of Baler International surf tilt

Filipino surfer Jay-r Esquivel once again ruled the longboard qualifying series (LQS) event of the World Surf League (WSL) Baler International Pro on Tuesday, becoming the lone Filipino to win a competition in the inaugural event......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 7th, 2024

Cotabato chapel blast ‘direct attack’ on religious freedom

The grenade attack at a Catholic chapel in Cotabato City was a “direct attack” on religious freedom and peaceful co-existence, Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity Carlito Galvez Jr. said yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated News7 hr. 18 min. ago

12 years in prison, political prisoner wants freedom on his 85th birthday

"There are no further obstacles that should hinder Tatay Gerry's release as the Board of Pardons and Parole issued a recommendation for the commutation of his sentence to a definite prison term of 12 years." The post 12 years in prison, political prisoner wants freedom on his 85th birthday appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsApr 25th, 2024

UN rapporteur to gov t: Repeal Anti-Terror Law, Cybercrime Prevention Act

Khan called these “laws of concern” that threaten the freedom of expression in the Philippines despite the Constitution’s guarantee of the right to freedom of expression......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 3rd, 2024

Marcos vows to fight threats to freedom

President Marcos has vowed to continue the fight against threats to freedom and repel those who trample the country’s “sacred shores.”.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 23rd, 2024

Rwanda: End Abuses Against Journalists

(Nairobi) - Rwandan authorities should release journalist Dieudonne Niyonsenga, also known as Cyuma Hassan, and urgently investigate serious torture allegations he has made and ensure his rights to freedom of expression, a fair trial and to freedom from torture and ill treatment are respected, Human Rights Watch said today. The authorities' failure to transparently accoun.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

Gabii sa Kabilin 2024: Bringing generations together to rediscover Cebu’s heritage

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The “Gabii Sa Kabilin” or “a night of heritage” annually brings together young and old to explore Cebu’s history. This year’s event, on May 10, 2024, attracted over a hundred locals who visited 11 museums and heritage sites across the city. History is shaped by diverse perspectives, young and old. Even.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 11th, 2024

Magsayo punches his way into super featherweight top 10 world rankings

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Former world champion, Mark “Magnifico” Magsayo is starting to make his presence felt in the super featherweight division after cracking into the world’s latest top 10 rankings.  Magsayo, the former World Boxing Council (WBC) world featherweight champion, is currently ranked NO. 7 in both the WBC and World Boxing Association (WBA). .....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

Human rights advocates seek UN support for abolition of NTF-ELCAC, anti-terror law

In a press release, the Philippine Universal Periodic Watch Review said that the delegation will be attending a session to testify on the “continuing human rights violations” under the administration of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

‘Our Dream’: K-pop boy band BtoB to hold fan-con in April

The K-pop boy band BtoB, also known as Born to Beat, is poised to come back to Manila on April 7 at the SM Mall of Asia for a fan-con labeled as “2024 BTOB Fan-Con Our Dream.”.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 26th, 2024

Beautycon 2024: Highlights, spotted celebs, top brands from the beauty event of the year

For the first time ever, SM Beauty, Watsons and LOOK At Me got together to power Beautycon 2024, a free-entrance beauty and lifestyle event held from March 20 to 23 at SMX Manila Halls 1 and 2......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 5th, 2024

Karan Johar set to host 71st Miss World

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 6 (ANI): The upcoming 71st Miss World pageant is all set to unfold in India after a 28-year hiatus. Filmmaker Karan Johar will host the prestigious event. Miss World's official Instagram handle announced this news on Tuesday and captioned the post, "We are honored to announce that Karan Johar @karanjohar, a renowned Indian filmmaker, will host the 71st Miss World Festival. He has been t.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMar 6th, 2024

10/10 for audience impact : Ben& Ben praises One More Chance: The Musical

Filipino folk-pop band Ben&Ben watched the opening night of PETA's "One More Chance: The Musical," which features several of the band's songs......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024

BTS RM naka-military band uniform at may saxophone viral na

KAHIT abala sa mandatory military service ng South Korea, hindi pa rin nakakatakas sa mata ng publiko si RM, ang isa sa miyembro ng K-Pop sensation na BTS. Kumakalat ngayon sa X (dating Twitter) ang litrato ng global K-Pop star na kabilang sa military band. Makikita sa viral photo na suot ni RM ang pulang.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 19th, 2024

Coldplay, Lola Amour nag-‘jamming’ sa concert, kinanta ang ‘Raining in Manila’

TRENDING sa social media ang surprise performance ng British rock band na Coldplay sa kanilang concert dito sa ating bansa. Ito ‘yung nakipag-jamming sila sa Pinoy funk-pop band na Lola Amour at kinanta ang hit song na “Raining in Manila.” Nangyari ‘yan kagabi, January 19, bago matapos ang show sa Philippine Arena sa Bulacan. Sa.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 20th, 2024

WATCH: K-pop band The Rose invites Filipinos to watch Manila concert

K-pop band The Rose is just a few days away from mounting its "Dawn to Dusk Asia Tour" in Manila. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 17th, 2024

Women s Voices Have Power to Drive Change

Every March 8, International Women's Day, women flood the streets in countries around the world to commemorate hard-won victories for women's rights and to fight for more. It's a time to celebrate advances while sharing our frustrations about too-slow progress or even backsliding.But we're only able to express our joy and rage when we enjoy freedom of expression. Without it, realizing other rights is nearly impo.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsMar 10th, 2024