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Inked by history: Father Picardal’s tattoo symbolized his lifelong crusade
(1st UPDATE) The tattoo depicted a clenched fist with the number '1081' in reference to the martial law proclamation number.....»»
Honoring a Philippine Human Rights Icon - Human Rights Watch
Click to expand Image Human rights lawyer and former senator Rene Saguisag holds a copy of a book about the martial law period in the Philippines while describing his ordeal in detention, Manila, September 26, 2018. 2018 Bullit Marquez-AP Photo The Philippines on April 23 lost a human rights stalwart. Rene Saguisag, a human rights lawyer and former senator, defended victims of abuses during the Ferdinand Marcos dictatorsh.....»»
Charter change could bring back dictatorship, intensify rights abuses — survivor
For Medy De Jesus, 74, a martial law survivor and member of human rights group Hustisya, the impending charter change could bring back another dictatorship and more human rights violations. The post Charter change could bring back dictatorship, intensify rights abuses — survivor appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
I have no impulses to authoritarianism, Marcos tells Aussies
President Marcos claimed he has not been tempted to enforce an authoritarian system in the Philippines even as he justified his late father and namesake’s decision to declare martial law......»»
Sandigan affirms dismissal of forfeiture vs 3 coco levy firms
The Sandiganbayan has affirmed the finality of the dismissal of a forfeiture case against three of the firms created out of the Coconut Industry Investment Fund, also known as the coco levy funds, during martial law......»»
Project Gunita retells Cebu’s People Power history in informative map
'People Power was never a Manila-centric action. Cebu was among the places outside Manila that played a major role in the nationwide movement to resist Martial Law,' says Project Gunita.....»»
Martial law architect Enrile gets Malacañang birthday bash, P100k cash gift
During his birthday celebration at Malacañang, Enrile, who earns around P189,00 to P211,900 (Salary Grade 30) as chief state counsel, was also handed a centenarian gift of P100,000 by the Department of Social Welfare and Development. .....»»
From Marcos to Marcos: Lawyers murderously attacked
From the Marcos Martial Law period to 2000, one lawyer was killed each year (18 in 18 years). From 2001 to the present, there have been 204 lawyers killed at a yearly rate of about 8.87. The post From Marcos to Marcos: Lawyers murderously attacked appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Sandigan junks forfeiture vs Marcos crony-owned telco
The Sandiganbayan has dismissed a forfeiture case against several alleged cronies of the late dictator Ferdinand Marcos Sr. and his widow, former first lady Imelda Marcos, seeking to recover in favor of the government shares of stocks in Eastern Telecommunications Philippines Inc., allegedly illegally acquired during martial law......»»
Martial law and the communists
This book is highly controversial when it narrates certain debatable conclusions as facts......»»
Lagman clarifies statement on Cha-cha after Senate leadership change
MANILA, Philippines — Albay First District Rep. Edcel Lagman has clarified that he did not give a categorical statement that Charter change (Cha-Cha) proposals would progress due to the Senate leadership change, despite being asked about it a week ago in a press briefing. Lagman, in a statement on Monday said that he will also.....»»
The 12 promises of the Cancer Law
In observance of World Cancer Awareness month and the 5th anniversary of the National Integrated Cancer Control Act (NICCA), I am writing to help explain the law’s provisions to the lay, as suggested by Philippine STAR reader, Adora Perez from the Corridor of Hope patient group......»»
Under Ground Battle aids Philippine MMA growth with Blaze FC
From the grassroots to the professional level, expect Under Ground Battle (UGB) to take part in cultivating Philippine mixed martial arts (MMA)......»»
Hamon ni Cristy Fermin sa abogado ni Dominic: Maglabas kayo ng resibo!
“MAGLABAS po kayo ng resibo sa anuman pong labanan kahit sa korte, na ako ang nagbanggit ng pangalan ni Mayor Bullet Jalosjos!” Ito ang hamon ni Nanay Cristy Fermin sa mga abogado ng Fernandez & Singson Law Offices na naglabas ng official statement bilang kinatawan ni Dominic Roque. Sa nasabing official statement na inilabas kahapon.....»»
STATEMENT | On USec. Paul Gutierrez’s Red-tagging of Journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio
This is exactly what we mean by red-tagging: a senior government official linking civilians to alleged communist groups without proof. May we remind Mr. Gutierrez that Ms. Cumpio is contesting the charges filed against her in court and has yet to be convicted. There is absolutely no point for anyone, more so a high government official, to forget that “everyone is innocent until proven in a court of law.” The post STATEMENT | On USec. Paul Gutierrez’s Red-tagging of Journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Striegl eyes payback vs Alitao in Kombat Sports Kalayaan MMA festival
Filipino mixed martial arts star Mark Striegl will be gunning for revenge against Brazilian jiu-jitsu fighter Paige Alitao, who defeated teammate Troy Legaspi last year......»»
Thai man faces a record 50 years in jail for royal insult
Thailand's lese majeste law, one of the strictest in the world, protects the palace from criticism and carries a jail sentence of up to 15 years for each perceived violation.....»»
Cabinet musical chairs?
A new landmark law took effect without the usual signing ceremony at Malacañang Palace......»»
Romualdez pinuri Eddie Garcia law
Tiyak nang mabibigyan ng proteksyon ang mga manggagawa sa industriya ng pelikula at telebisyon sa pagsasabatas ni Pangulong Bongbong Marcos sa Eddie Garcia law, ayon kay Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez. The post Romualdez pinuri Eddie Garcia law first appeared on Abante......»»
12,246 law graduate sasabak sa 2024 online Bar exam
MAY kabuuang 12,246 na law graduate sa bansa ang nagparehistro para sa 2024 online Bar examination na pangangasiwaan ng Supreme Court (SC) sa Setyembre. The post 12,246 law graduate sasabak sa 2024 online Bar exam first appeared on Abante......»»