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UN urged to probe reprisals against environmental defenders, communities
Environmental group Kalikasan filed a complaint to United Nations Special Rapporteur on Environment Defenders Michel Forst which stemmed from the consecutive attacks against Jonila Castro and Jhed Tamano. The post UN urged to probe reprisals against environmental defenders, communities appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Quezon rights defenders charged with terrorism financing
This news comes as a shock, as both individuals were unaware that complaints had been filed against them until a preliminary investigation resolution was released on April 8, recommending criminal charges." The post Quezon rights defenders charged with terrorism financing appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Despite suffering torture, environmental defenders continue fight against destructive projects
“We experienced an unimaginable intimidation and threat to my life through physical and psychological torture. Worse, they threatened the lives of our loved ones, and my family,” Eco Dangla said. The post Despite suffering torture, environmental defenders continue fight against destructive projects appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
OSG calls on the court anew to reverse the acquittal of 10 human rights defenders
"Such frivolous yet retaliatory charges pursued by government counsels also show how public funds are being wastefully utilized to go after those who defend and uphold human rights.” The post OSG calls on the court anew to reverse the acquittal of 10 human rights defenders appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Clergy woman tells UN how Anti-Terror Act is used vs rights defenders
Human rights group Karapatan, said there are at least 91 individuals who have been charged with violations of the ATA and Republic Act No. 10168 or the law on the prevention and suppression of terrorist financing. There are also at least 27 political prisoners charged under both laws. The post Clergy woman tells UN how Anti-Terror Act is used vs rights defenders appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Rights group calls for deeper look into military’s reprisals vs. rights defenders
As the motion of reconsideration for the terror charges against Ken Rementilla and Jasmin Rubia was denied by an Antipolo prosecutor, human rights alliance Defend Southern Tagalog calls for accountability of notorious rights violators. The post Rights group calls for deeper look into military’s reprisals vs. rights defenders appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Journalists, human rights defenders welcome UN expert recommendations
"The Philippine government will become a laughing stock in the international community if it does not heed SR Khan's findings." The post Journalists, human rights defenders welcome UN expert recommendations appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Proposed US Law Would Protect Human Rights Defenders
Proposed US Law Would Protect Human Rights Defenders.....»»
Wasted water: One-third of the water produced by MCWD is wasted
CEBU CITY, Philippines – More than one-third of the water production in Cebu has been relegated to wasted water. Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama said that the Local Water Utilities Administration (LWUA) found that the non-revenue water (NRW) of the Metropolitan Cebu Water District (MCWD) had already reached 36 percent. NRW is the amount of.....»»
Strong Group takes over Gerflor franchise in PVL
Strong Group Athletics (SGA) is delving into professional volleyball as they formalized their entry into the Premier Volleyball League on Saturday, taking over the embattled Gerflor Defenders franchise......»»
100th win: Phoenix solves Magnolia puzzle to extend PBA campaign
Facing elimination, Phoenix shows steely resolve and overcomes a huge deficit to end its years-long skid against Magnolia and stay alive in the PBA Commissioner's Cup.....»»
40 mln Filipinos have no access to potable water: gov t
MANILA, May 7 (Xinhua) -- At least 40 million people in the Philippines have no access to fresh or potable water, the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) said Tuesday. Responding to the dire situation, Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos ordered the government agencies to come up with concrete solutions to provide sufficient water supply to Filipinos deprived of potable water on Tuesday......»»
MCWD water deficit now affects 50,000 households in Metro Cebu
CEBU CITY, Philippines – As the internal political strife surrounding the Metropolitan Cebu Water District or MCWD continues, the shortage of water faced by residents has also persisted. Currently, the water deficit in the MCWD has now reached 50,000 cubic meters per day. This equates to 50,000 households experiencing water supply issues, with each household.....»»
‘No water interruption until April 30’
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources has assured Metro Manila residents of uninterrupted water supply until April 30 after the plan to decrease the water allocation starting April 16 was shelved as the water level in Angat Dam remained above 195 meters yesterday......»»
Task force to public: Continue water conservation
As the water level in major dams can drop further during the dry months, the Task Force El Niño is urging the public to continue conserving water to avert a possible water crisis, especially in Metro Manila......»»
Mikey Belmonte bags Water Warrior Award
Quezon City Councilor Belmonte was conferred the “Water Warrior Award for Advocacy Leadership” during the 2024 World Water Day Awards in recognition of his contributions as an active partner of Maynilad in championing access to safe water, reliable sanitation and environmental responsibility......»»
NWRB cuts water supply for Metro next month
The National Water Resources Board will slash the water allocation for Metro Manila to 48 cubic meters per second from 50 cms starting mid-April to conserve water supply that has been impacted by the ongoing El Niño......»»
El Niño impact: 30M liters of water lost due to dry spell, says MCWD
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The hot season brought by the El Niño has significantly impacted the Metropolitan Cebu Water District (MCWD) water facility. It was evident in the production of MCWD’s surface water facilities in Barangay Jaclupan in Talisay City and Barangay Lusaran in Cebu City, said MCWD Chair, Lawyer Jose Daluz III, in a.....»»
Solon pushes creation of Dept of Water Resource Management
CEBU CITY, Philippines — A lawmaker is pushing for the establishment of a national framework for water resource management that is spelled out in the proposed Department of Water Resources Management (DWRM) as a long-term solution to water shortage in the country. Agri Partylist Representative Wilber Lee said that the DWRM will bring together 32.....»»
Manila Water explores Pangasinan supply deal
The consortium of Manila Water Co. Inc. and its wholly owned subsidiary, Manila Water Philippine Ventures continue to explore water supply partnerships with the Provincial Government of Pangasinan as it looks to revive the recently terminated concession agreement between the two......»»