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WHO thanks Philippines for pandemic prevention, preparedness and response

World Health Organization Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has expressed his appreciation of the Philippines’ role in the ongoing negotiations on a “WHO convention, agreement or other international instrument on pandemic prevention, preparedness and response” known as the Pandemic Treaty......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

WHO thanks Philippines for pandemic prevention, preparedness and response

World Health Organization Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has expressed his appreciation of the Philippines’ role in the ongoing negotiations on a “WHO convention, agreement or other international instrument on pandemic prevention, preparedness and response” known as the Pandemic Treaty......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

STATEMENT | Bulatlat reminds Philippine military of culpability in cyber-attacks and misinformation

Bulatlat maintains that these so-called “cyber security” efforts could mean online surveillance, distributed denial of service (DDOS) attacks, “fake news” and other forms of attacks aimed to suppress freedom of the press and of expression, as well as the people’s right to information. This issue was brought to the attention of the UN Special Rapporteur on the Promotion and Protection of the Right to Freedom of Opinion and Expression Irene Khan who will hold her official country visit next week. The post STATEMENT | Bulatlat reminds Philippine military of culpability in cyber-attacks and misinformation appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

NEWS BRIEFS | 12 February 2024

MindaNews’ Gallardo is new Cagayan de Oro Press Club president MindaNews reporter Froilan Gallardo was elected as president of the Cagayan de Oro Press Club over the weekend. The press club held the elections last Saturday to vote for the 15-man board of directors. After the board was elected, the directors voted Gallardo as president. […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsFeb 12th, 2024

Two Filipinas shine in the regional World Press Photo Contest; 2023 World Press Photo displayed in Manila

Two Filipinas are among the winners of the regional World Press Photo contest which highlights the Drug War, and the Golden Gays in the Philippines......»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

British Council celebrates 10 years of sharing LGBTQIA+ stories 

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The British Council kicks off the first in-person screening of the Five Films For Freedom programme to live audiences in Cebu on Wednesday, March 13, in partnership with BFI Flare: London LGBTQIA+ Film Festival The Five Films For Freedom, launched by the British Council and the British Film Institute in 2014,.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

Remembering EDSA in Bicol | PNP opts for ‘police power’ in freedom parks

During the People Power commemoration, the Philippine National Police (PNP) occupied all parks in Camarines Sur for their supposed “outreach” program. Still, it did not stop more than 300 activists here to stage a protest action in the afternoon of Feb. 25. The post Remembering EDSA in Bicol | PNP opts for ‘police power’ in freedom parks appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsFeb 29th, 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

‘Media is a public good:’ Closure of CNN Philippines draws concerns from UN expert

The United Nations special rapporteur on freedom of expression and opinion said that the recent closure of CNN Philippines is a "worrying sign" for media freedom in the country......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 2nd, 2024

Frail body, sharp mind: Oldest political prisoner longs for freedom

Despite the deteriorating conditions, political prisoner Gerardo Dela Peña remains hopeful that he will still be reunited with his elderly wife Pilar and their family in Camarines Norte. The post Frail body, sharp mind: Oldest political prisoner longs for freedom appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsFeb 2nd, 2024

Women writers in detention continue to fight for freedom

In this story, Bulatlat highlights the story of women writers who are in detention for expressing their criticism and dissent through their craft. The post Women writers in detention continue to fight for freedom appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsJan 24th, 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

Marcos to diplomats: Economy has recovered from pandemic

The Philippines has recovered from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and external conflicts, President Marcos said yesterday, as he called on members of the diplomatic community to work together to achieve peace and prosperity......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

ACLEx holds first face-to-face MCLE in post-pandemic era

This was the first face-to-face lecture series conducted by the Supreme Court-accredited MCLE provider since the COVID-19 pandemic......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 19th, 2024

Prescriptions for ADHD drugs surged among young adults and women during the pandemic

Prescription rates for ADHD medications have skyrocketed during the coronavirus pandemic, causing a shortage of medications like Adderall in the U.S. A study published in.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

January 2024 Filipino tourist arrivals in Hong Kong breach pre-pandemic numbers

Filipino tourist arrivals in Hong Kong,China just surpassed the pre-pandemic numbers for the month of January......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 16th, 2024

Cebu Pacific passenger volume hovers near pre-pandemic high

Passenger traffic at Cebu Pacific has inched closer to its pre-pandemic high due to the resurgence of travel demand to mostly local destinations, the Gokongwei-owned budget airline said......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024

LRTA breaches pre-pandemic revenue level

The Light Rail Transit Authority reaped the benefits of economic reopening in 2023 as its revenue breached pre-pandemic levels......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

Rockwell 2023 income surpasses pre-pandemic level

Lopez-owned property developer Rockwell Land Corp. finished 2023 on a high note with earnings surpassing pre-pandemic level......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 20th, 2024