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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

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

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

Balak na pagdampot kay PBBM, fake news – PDEA

Pinasinungalingan ng Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency ang umiikot na dokumento sa social media na naging target umano ng operasyon noong 2012 si Pangulong Bongbong Marcos. The post Balak na pagdampot kay PBBM, fake news – PDEA first appeared on Abante......»»

Category: newsSource:  abanteRelated NewsApr 2nd, 2024

Fake booking scams up – ACG

Fake booking scams increased in the second week of March, the Anti-Cybercrime Group of the Philippine National Police reported yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 27th, 2024

3 araw magdidilim ang mundo fake news, pero may solar eclipse –PAGASA

HINDI totoong makakaranas ng “three days of darkness” ang mundo. Ito ang nilinaw mismo ng Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) matapos kumalat ang naturang fake news dahil umano sa pagdaan ng tinatawag na “Photon Belts” simula April 8. Ayon sa weather bureau, walang scientific evidence ang magpapatunay sa balitang ito. “The news.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 24th, 2024

BPO workers in economic zones must work on-site, says DOJ

Business process outsourcing firms (BPOs) within special economic zones that adopt work-from-home (WFH) arrangements for their employees are no longer entitled to tax incentives, according to the Department of Justice (DOJ). In a legal opinion dated Jan. 3, Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla contradicted the position taken by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI),.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 22nd, 2024

Top 5 Spots in Lapu-Lapu to celebrate Valentine’s Day

For most people, Valentine’s Day is all about grand gestures of expressing love. On this special day, couples explore unique places to create a memorable Valentine’s Day experience with their loved ones. While the island of Mactan is known for its world-class beach destinations, the island offers other destinations perfect for couples. This Valentine’s Day,.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 14th, 2024

Rights group says PH gov’t does not listen to experts

“They are faking these all, as the Marcos Jr. [administration] has stepped up its policy of wanton repression against the people, violating rights and basic freedoms including our freedom of expression." The post Rights group says PH gov’t does not listen to experts appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsJan 22nd, 2024

FACT CHECK: Pope Francis quote on eating ‘whatever you want’ during Lent is fake

Pope Francis’ message for Lent in 2024, on the theme ‘Through the Desert God Leads us to Freedom,’ doesn’t contain the alleged quote.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 15th, 2024

WATCH: Visit the Aguinaldo Shrine in Kawit, Cavite

Refresh your memory of Aguinaldo’s life and Philippine history on a trip to the site where Philippine independence was proclaimed in 1898.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 22nd, 2024

Yemen: Warring Parties Restrict Women s Movement

(Beirut) - Parties to the conflict in Yemen, including the Houthis, the Yemeni government, and the Southern Transitional Council (STC), are systematically violating women's right to freedom of movement, Human Rights Watch said today.The authorities are barring women from traveling between governorates, and in some cases from travel abroad, without a ma.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024

United Nations rapporteur urges NTF-ELCAC abolition; government says no

Following her 10-day official visit to the Philippines, United Nations Special Rapporteur on freedom of opinion and expression Irene Khan on Friday urged the government to abolish the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-ELCAC), which she said will address red-tagging and allow for more inclusive peace-making platforms in the country......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 3rd, 2024

Go attends Pandanan Festival in Luisiana

Sen. Bong Go joined the celebration of the 25th Pandanan Festival and the 170th absolute Independence Day in Luisiana, Laguna on Wednesday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

‘Remember heroes on Day of Valor’

In commemoration of Araw ng Kagitingan or Day of Valor today, Antipolo Bishop Ruperto Santos recognized yesterday the sacrifices made by Filipino heroes who fought for the country’s freedom......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 9th, 2024