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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

EU: Falling Short of Protecting Those Most in Need

(Brussels, January 11, 2023) - The European Union and its member states renewed their commitments to uphold and protect rights in 2023, but they have persistently failed to translate these commitments into practice, Human Rights Watch said today in its World Report 2024......»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

Clean water finally

In July 2010 through a resolution, the United Nations General Assembly explicitly recognized the human right to water and sanitation and acknowledged that clean drinking water and sanitation are essential to the realization of all human rights......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 28th, 2024

8 facts you need to know about human trafficking in the 21st century

Human trafficking is a pressing global problem that continues to affect millions of people, despite widespread efforts to combat it. To shed light on this pervasive issue, here are eight key facts about human trafficking in the 21st century that help to better understand why this crime occurs, how victims are recruited and exploited, and the links between human traffickin.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsMay 28th, 2024

Pasig RTC inisyu warrant: Quiboloy swak sa human trafficking

Inilabas na ng Pasig Regional Trial Court ang arrest warrant kay Pastor Apollo Quiboloy sa kasong human trafficking. The post Pasig RTC inisyu warrant: Quiboloy swak sa human trafficking first appeared on Abante......»»

Category: newsSource:  abanteRelated NewsApr 11th, 2024

Speaking up for survivors of human trafficking: Victoria Nyanjura s story

The UN Trust Fund for Victims of Human Trafficking (UNVTF) provides humanitarian, legal and financial aid to victims of trafficking in persons through the awarding of grants to civil society organizations. Victoria Nyanjura was recently elected as Chair of the UNVTF and is the first-ever survivor of human traffi.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 25th, 2024

Mark Bautista nawagtangan og mga projects human mi-angkon nga bisexual

Human sa iyang pag-angkon nga usa siya ka bisexual, grabe ang iyang nasinati nga pagkunhod sa mga proyekto nga iyang nadawat. Giangkon kini ni Mark Bautista human siya gipangutana ni Karen Davila sa usa ka interview niadtong Huwebes, Pebrero 8, kun may epekto ba sa iyang career ang iyang pag-angkon nga usa siya ka bisexual......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 10th, 2024

‘Terrorism financing’ cases filed vs activists

Even before the Supreme Court ruled that red-tagging threatens one’s life, liberty and security, the state security forces have been utilizing two existing laws – the Anti-Terrorism Act and the Terrorism Financing Prevention and Suppression Act – to suppress or harass human rights defenders and political activists/dissenters......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 24th, 2024

Myanmar: Rohingya at Risk in Rakhine Fighting

(Bangkok) - Fighting in Myanmar's Rakhine State has surged in recent weeks, causing civilian casualties and large-scale displacement, Human Rights Watch said today. Myanmar's junta and the Arakan Army ethnic armed group should take immediate measures to minimize harm to ethnic Rohingya and other civilians caught up in the hostilities.On November 13, 2023,.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 10th, 2024

Ralph Recto sworn in as new Secretary of Department of Finance

House Deputy Speaker Ralph Recto [link] was sworn in as the new Secretary of the Department of Finance on Friday, replacing the former Secretary, Benjamin Diokno, in a move that has been seemingly in the works for quite some time......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Rep. Ralph Recto itinalagang bagong finance secretary

MAY napili na si Pangulong Bongbong Marcos na bagong uupong hepe para sa Department of Finance (DOF). Kinumpirma ng Malacañang na ang itinalagang bagong finance secretary ay ang Deputy Speaker at Batangas Representative na si Ralph Recto. Ayon kay Presidential Communications Office Secretary Cheloy Garafil, nakatakdang manumpa sa pwesto si Rep. Ralph ngayong January 12......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

Kris Tiffany Janson is Miss Universe Philippines Cebu 2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu City North’s bet, Kris Tiffany Janson, was crowned Miss Universe Philippines Cebu 2024, earning the honor of representing Cebu on the national stage. The coronation took place Saturday night, February 3, at Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino. Aside from bringing home the crown, Janson also won various special awards,.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 4th, 2024

Next stop for PI, the Supreme Court

It would seem that I won the bet I made in my last piece in this corner......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

None of big winners in PCSO’s Christmas, New Year lotto games bet on all combinations, says GM

Senator Koko Pimentel, however, vows to pursue the probe, saying it usually takes months before games with a jackpot prize of P500 million or more are won – unlike in these draws.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

Blinken to meet with President Marcos, Manalo in Manila

United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken is scheduled to arrive in Manila to meet with President Marcos and Foreign Secretary Enrique Manalo on Monday, the Department of Foreign Affairs has announced......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

EAM Jaishankar, US State Secy Blinken discuss maritime security

New Delhi [India], January 11 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held discussions with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Thursday on several issues, including maritime security challenges, especially the Red Sea region and the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Jaishankar also appreciated his insights on the ongoing situation in West Asia, including Gaza. He further said that both ministers look forward to realisin.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

EAM Jaishankar, US State Secy Blinken discuss maritime security

New Delhi [India], January 11 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held discussions with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Thursday on several issues, including maritime security challenges, especially the Red Sea region and the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Jaishankar also appreciated his insights on the ongoing situation in West Asia, including Gaza. He further said that both ministers look forward to realisin.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

Government, military officials declare Lantawan in Basilan ASG-free

ZAMBOANGA CITY (MindaNews / 6 June)—Government and military officials declared on Wednesday the municipality of Lantawan in Basilan as free from the Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG). Lt. Gen. William Gonzales, Western Mindanao Command chief, confirmed to MindaNews that Lantawan has been declared by the Task Force on Ending Local Armed Conflict (TF-ELAC) as ASG-free. Basilan […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsJun 8th, 2024

Comelec, Miru ordered to comment on petition vs deal

The Supreme Court has ordered the Commission on Elections and South Korean company Miru Systems to comment on the petition seeking to declare null and void their P17.9-billion contract for the conduct of the 2025 midterm elections for allegedly violating the law on automated elections......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 27th, 2024

CREIT, MREIT, FILRT all declare Q1 dividends

Citicore Energy REIT and MREIT declared their Q1 dividends on Monday, while Filinvest REIT declared its Q1 dividend on Friday......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 14th, 2024