Kapayapaan para sa mga biktima ng Drug war, mananahimik pa kaya?
In Laloma Catholic Cemetery in Caloocan City now stands a solemn memorial, a place where grief and hope intertwine. It is called the Dambana ng Paghilom. This sacred ground holds a profound purpose: to remember and honor the victims of extrajudicial killings during Duterte’s so-called drug war that ravaged the nation. Fr. Flavie L. Villanueva […]
Patricia Evangelista launches book in Davao, epicenter of Duterte drug war
DAVAO, Philippines – Journalist Patricia Evangelista, author of Some People Need Killing, spent some time listening to 70-year-old Clarita Alia’s story before launching her celebrated book in Davao, the city where it all began, on Wednesday, May 1. Alia’s four sons – Richard, Christopher, Bobby, and Fernando – were stabbed to death apparently on mere suspicion of […]
100 boats to join 2nd West PH Sea civilian mission
Around 100 boats will join the second civilian mission to the West Philippines Sea (WPS), which will be conducted on May 15, Atin Ito Coalition announced. Atin Ito said that in the second civilian mission, it aims to conduct a “peace and solidarity regatta” and install markers or buoys in Bajo de Masinloc or Scarborough […]
Cyberattacks pound PH amid sea row
CYBERATTACKS against the Philippines have shot up 325 percent year-on-year in the first quarter of 2024 as tensions rise over the country’s territorial dispute with China over the West Philippine Sea (WPS), a US-based cybersecurity company said. The company Resecurity, which has worked with Philippine authorities to trace back the source of attacks to online […]
More suspended classes on Thursday, April 25
MANILA, Philippines — Several local governments suspended in-person classes on Thursday, April 25, amid “dangerous” peak heat indexes. According to the state weather bureau, high heat indexes exceeding 42 degrees Celsius may cause heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and even heat stroke during continued exposure.Originally published on Below is a list of suspended face-to-face classes on […]
Massive ‘Kami Naman’ mural unveiled at youth music festival
In recent weeks, a series of cryptic murals labeled “Kami Naman” have surfaced across various locations in the Philippines, capturing the public’s curiosity and speculation. The mystery behind these artworks was finally unraveled during Kalikasan, Kabataan, Kagitingan,” a vibrant youth music festival held at the Montalban Sports Complex in Rizal. This event, presented by the […]
Walang Pasok: Class suspensions for April 24 due to hot weather
MANILA, Philippines — Some local government units (LGUs) announced suspension of in-person classes on Wednesday due to the threat of scorching heat. The following LGUs have canceled face-to-face classes: In the latest heat index bulletin of state-weather bureau PAGASA, it said that 30 areas in the country will be under the “danger” classification, with temperatures ranging […]
Former senator Rene Saguisag dies
MANILA, Philippines — Former senator and human rights lawyer Rene Saguisag passed away on Wednesday. His death has been confirmed by his family through their Facebook posts. No cause of death was disclosed. “As we mourn his loss, we take solace in the enduring impact of his legacy. Rene Saguisag was a dedicated public servant, […]
Marcos Jr. meets Qatar Emir; 9 cooperation deals inked
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines and Qatar have signed nine cooperation agreements in areas that include climate change mitigation, anti-human trafficking, seafarers’ welfare and trade – a development seen to further enhance ties between the two countries. The agreements were presented after a bilateral meeting between President Marcos and visiting Qatari Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al […]
19 cars damaged in NAIA parking area fire
AT LEAST 19 vehicles were damaged in a fire that hit a parking area at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 in Pasay City. In a statement, the Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) said its Rescue and Firefighting Division had declared fire out at 1:57 p.m. “Investigation into the extent of damage and […]