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Democracy index: Philippines ranking goes down again
Still classified as a “flawed democracy,” the Philippines has scored and ranked lower in the 2023 Democracy Index released by London-based think tank The Economist Intelligence Unit on Thursday......»»
Tell it to SunStar: Edsa is Ninoy and Ninoy is Edsa
Tell it to SunStar: Edsa is Ninoy and Ninoy is Edsa.....»»
Groups assail police checkpoints, surveillance in Southern Tagalog a day before EDSA uprising protest
“This is a clear violation of human rights, especially since the police clearly stated that their actions were for the upcoming anniversary of the EDSA uprising anniversary. Their posturing value of ‘public safety’ is a direct attack on the right to express calls against moves to amend the Constitution, which is the theme of the EDSA anniversary mobilization,” said BAYAN Southern Tagalog. The post Groups assail police checkpoints, surveillance in Southern Tagalog a day before EDSA uprising protest appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Tartaria farmers defend their land, resist entry of armed goons
At least 60 armed personnel have been reportedly building fences in the farmlands of barangay Tartaria, Silang, Cavite since April 16, prompting farmers to defend their community. The post Tartaria farmers defend their land, resist entry of armed goons appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
38 years after EDSA, Filipinos commemorate People Power, oppose Cha-cha
Various groups and government agencies staged activities Sunday even after President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. removed the EDSA People Power Revolution, which restored democracy in the country, from the list of public holidays in 2024. .....»»
Sara retracts social media post praising EDSA revolt
Vice President Sara Duterte appears to have retracted her Feb. 25 statement on the 38th anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution, that called on the people to always remember the sacrifices of the Filipinos who united to topple the dictatorship of President Marcos’ father......»»
MMDA pasaway sa EDSA Busway, nag-sorry
Humingi ng paumanhin sa publiko si MMDA acting chairman Atty. Romando Artes matapos mahuli ang dalawang shuttle bus ng ahensiya na dumadaan sa EDSA Bus Carousel Lane. The post MMDA pasaway sa EDSA Busway, nag-sorry first appeared on Abante......»»
MMDA hugas-kamay sa EDSA hebigat trapik
Sinisi ng MMDA ang dalawang kontratista na hindi nakatapos ng 24 binutas na kalsada sa EDSA kaya nagkaroon ng matinding trapik dito nitong Lunes. The post MMDA hugas-kamay sa EDSA hebigat trapik first appeared on Abante......»»
Footbridge sa QC gigibain, North Edsa Carousel Busway project sisimulan na
NAGLABAS ng abiso ang Department of Transportation (DOTr) kaugnay sa North Edsa Carousel Busway Stride Project. Sinimulan na kasi ngayong araw, January 26, ang operasyon nito na magtatagal ng 180 na araw o anim na buwan. Apektado riyan ang footbridge na nagdudugtong sa Cyber West at SM North EDSA sa Quezon City. Ibig sabihin, ito.....»»
Landlessness looms if charter change happens
“More than the yearly ceremonial commemorations, we strive to continue Edsa's legacy of defense of democracy and struggle against fascist dictatorship and tyranny." The post Landlessness looms if charter change happens appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Why democracy is meaningless to the masses
It has become an accepted truism that today, liberal democracy is in a crisis......»»
Blinken Arrives in South Korea to Attend Democracy Summit
Seoul, South Korea - U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived Sunday in South Korea on the first stop of a brief Asia tour also including the Philippines, as Washington moves to reinforce ties with two key regional allies.Blinken landed Sunday afternoon ahead of the third Summit for Democracy on Monday, an initiative of U.S. President Joe Biden, which Seoul is hosting this week.Before arriving in Se.....»»
Trump predicts the end of U.S. democracy if he loses 2024 election
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Donald Trump said on Saturday if he does not win November’s presidential election it will mean the likely end of American democracy. The Republican presidential candidate, speaking to supporters in Ohio, made the claim after repeating his baseless assertion that his 2020 election defeat to Democratic President Joe Biden was the result.....»»
EDSA as commemorated by Marcos, Duterte, and the media
FEBRUARY 25, 2024 marked the 38th year of the EDSA People Power anniversary as Ferdinand Marcos Jr. moves through his second year as president. As the dates continue to resonate with the power of remembrance for many Filipinos, the milestone continues to pose a challenge to him and his administration. The events of 1986 gathered people on the streets to support renegade officers who called for the resignation of Ferdin.....»»
EDSA as commemorated by Marcos, Duterte, and the media
FEBRUARY 25, 2024 marked the 38th year of the EDSA People Power anniversary as Ferdinand Marcos Jr. moves through his second year as president. As the dates continue to resonate with the power of remembrance for many Filipinos, the milestone continues to pose a challenge to him and his administration. The events of 1986 gathered people on the streets to support renegade officers who called for the resignation of Ferdin.....»»
Rekindle the Flame that Made You Successful: Enjoy Your Small Business Dream
Do you remember the days during the COVID-19 pandemic when you, like thousands of Filipinos, had nothing else to do but stare at your laptop for hours on end? Do you remember that one day when something snapped in your brain and told you to get to know yourself and your passion? Then you took […].....»»
Inoue KOs Nery in 6th after 1st round scare to defend titles
Japan’s undisputed super-bantamweight world champion Naoya Inoue said an early scare got him “fired up” after he stopped Mexico’s Luis Nery in the sixth round to defend his titles at the Tokyo Dome on Monday. Around 43,000 fans packed into the famous venue for the first boxing match there since 42-1 underdog James “Buster” Douglas knocked out.....»»
Tartaria farmers defend community despite assaults, arson from armed security
Tensions in the peasant community of Lupang Tartaria flared up starting April 16 when armed security forces from Jarton Security Agency, Inc. began threatening to erect a barricade around the vicinity. In response, the farmers erected their own fence and set up a protest camp. The post Tartaria farmers defend community despite assaults, arson from armed security appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Biden pledges to defend Philippines from any attack in South China Sea - Philippines
US president describes defence commitment to the Philippines and Japan as ironclad as Beijing accuses Manila of violating Chinese sovereignty Joe Biden has pledged to defend the Philippines from any attack in the South China Sea, as he hosted the first joint summit with Manila and Tokyo amid growing tensions with Beijing. The United States defence commitments to Japan and to the Philippines are ironclad, the US president.....»»
‘Defend our rivers,’ indigenous and envi groups denounce destructive mega dams
Kalikasan People’s Network for Environment said that the Marcos Jr administration still allows massive projects like Kaliwa-Kanan-Laiban Dam, Wawa Dam, Ahunan Hydropower project, Jalaur Mega-Dam, Saltan Dam, and the Pasig River Expressway, all of which endanger the affected communities. The post ‘Defend our rivers,’ indigenous and envi groups denounce destructive mega dams appeared first on Bulatlat......»»