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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......»»
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. […].....»»
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,.....»»
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......»»
Women journos call for release of detained broadcaster Frenchie Mae Cumpio
On International Women’s Day, journalists have called for the release of detained community journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio. The post Women journos call for release of detained broadcaster Frenchie Mae Cumpio appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
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......»»
Another Niger Media Organization Suspended
The interior minister of Niger's decision this week to suspend the activities of Maison de la Presse (Press House), an independent media organization, is the latest in a series of government actions to crack down on the press and free expression in the West African country.The minister's January 29 decree also announced the creation of a new management comm.....»»
Social media
Back in the late 60s or over 50 years ago, our journalism professors at the UP Institute of Mass Communication had this itch to erase from the minds of their eager and idealistic students that there is in fact freedom of the press in the pure essence of the concept......»»
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......»»
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......»»
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.”.....»»
SMNI anchors, reporters assail NTC’s decision on network suspension
The petitioners filed a request for a temporary restraining order and injunction, saying that the indefinite suspension imposed by the NTC violates the freedom of expression and the press......»»
Councilor urges social media influencers to observe local laws
The Davao City councilor, Temujin “Tek” Ocampo, has urged social media influencers to familiarize themselves with local ordinances before promoting areas to their followers. Ocampo, who heads the Committee on Environment and Natural Resources, appreciates the promotion of Davao City by social media influencers but emphasizes the importance of understanding local laws before attracting crowds to specific areas. He expressed gratitude for the promotion but highlighted the challenge of controlling the influx of people once a location is featured. Ocampo plans to collaborate with Councilor Al Ryan Alejandre, Chair of the Committee on Tourism and Beautification, to accredit social media vloggers through the local government unit. He underscored the need for accredited vloggers, recognizing their contributions to the city and addressing any mistakes they might make. This initiative aims to balance recognition for positive actions with corrective measures for any missteps. The concerns arose in November 2023 when a Davao City-based environment group criticized a travel vlogger for promoting recreational activities in a river within the Panigan-Tamugan Watershed. Following a waste dumping incident on January 11, 2024, the group urged Dabawenyos, especially vloggers and influencers, to refrain from visiting protected areas for leisure. They emphasize the importance of understanding and respecting rules and regulations before endorsing specific parts of the city......»»
Palace media security task force pushes free press promotion
The Presidential Task Force on Media Security called for the promotion of a free press on the eve of World Press Freedom Day, which comes days after the US State Department released a report stating that Filipino journalists still face harassment and threats of violence......»»
Lovi marunong magpasalamat sa press; kakaririn na ang pagiging producer
ISA si Lovi Poe sa mga iilang artista na marunong magpahalaga at magpasalamat sa members ng entertainment press. Kung ang ibang celebrities ay walang paki at dedma lang sa showbiz media kahit na nasusulat sila ng maganda, ibang-iba ang anak ng yumaong Action King na si Fernandoe Poe, Jr.. Tulad na lang ng effort na.....»»
EDITORIAL - Threats to press freedom
The country marks World Press Freedom Day today as the manhunt continues for former corrections chief Gerald Bantag, who is wanted for the murder of broadcaster Percival Mabasa or Percy Lapid......»»
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......»»
PH task force on media security’s efforts not enough, says UN’s Khan
United Nation Special Rapporteur on freedom of expression and opinion Irene Khan also emphasizes: Media killings should be considered work-related until proven that they are not.....»»
Red-tagging, media killings among issues raised in talk with UN expert — DOJ
United Nations Special Rapporteur on freedom of expression and opinion Irene Khan addressed concerns about red-tagging, media killings and impunity in a closed-door meeting with officials from the Department of Justice......»»
Toni Fowler pinaaresto dahil sa kasong kriminal na isinampa ng KSMBP
ISANG warrant of arrest ang ipinadala ng Pasay City Court para arestuhin ang social media personality na si Toni Fowler ngayong Biyernes, January 19. Ang pagpapaaresto sa vlogger ay kaugnay sa kasong isinampa ng Kapisanan ng Social Media Broadcasters ng Pilipinas dahil sa umano’y paglabag nito sa freedom of expression dahil sa “obscene” o mahalay.....»»