Behind bars, political prisoners assert freedom
"We learned so much, including the daily indignities they experienced."
Jul
2026
20
Southern Tagalog workers call for jobs, living wages
"The State of the Workers Address is being held today so the public can witness the real conditions faced by workers poverty wages, meager benefits, and the reality that even regular workers can be dismissed, just like what happened to the San Miguel workers," PAMANTIK-KMU Secretary General Mia Antonio said.
Jul
2026
20
Imperialism is terrorism: Trump, Rubio, and the most vicious terrorists are in the White House
Rubio’s repeated invocation of “terrorism”, echoed as well by other top Trump officials during the ministerial, serves to delegitimize dissent while normalizing political repression and human rights violations.
Jul
2026
20
Victims’ lawyers urge PH to rejoin ICC amid US campaign vs the tribunal
“We do not gain any in supporting the US, which is rudimentarily invoking Westphalian sovereignty to protect criminals in its highest offices. It is false patriotism to simply claim we need to protect one of our own, when that one has caused the death and agony of many more,” the Filipino lawyers added.
Jul
2026
19
Reading time
The Intramuros Book Stop right across the Manila Cathedral makes books accessible to children.
Jul
2026
18
Pamamahiya
Nagkaroon lang ng tsapa, akala’y kung sino na. Kung makapagsalita, mistulang diyos-diyosan sa kalsada.
Jul
2026
18
‘Ghost witness’ in political prisoners case exposed in trial
The two witnesses testified that no “Carlos De Dios” had lived in the barangay where the three accused were arrested.
Jul
2026
18
Media groups decry unjust vexation case vs Bacolod-based journalist
"While every person has the right to seek legal remedies, the legal process should never be used to discourage independent journalism and reporting in the public interest."
Jul
2026
18
People’s SONA to highlight Marcos admin’s US puppetry, rights abuses
Progressive groups urged the people to join the July 27 People's SONA.
Jul
2026
18
Right(s) Up: Juvenile Justice Act pushes for restorative justice, offenders still face accountability
“Restorative justice emphasizes the restoration of respect, equality, and dignity in the relationship [of the community] affected by the alleged wrongdoing."
Jul
2026
18
Advocates renew calls for Talaingod 13 conviction reversal
“By sustaining this conviction, the State codifies a chilling precedent."
Jul
2026
18
Filipinos urged to focus on morality of VP Sara’s threats
“No public official should threaten the life of another human being."
Jul
2026
15
UN expert questions handling of rights defender killed by police
UN Special Rapporteur on human rights defender Mary Lawlor urged the Philippine government to reopen the investigation, stressing that the documentary evidence tends to support wrongful death litigation.
Jul
2026
15
Mining firm files cyberlibel vs anti-mining residents’ lawyer
The cyberlibel complaint against Santos comes amid continuing opposition to NLMRC’s exploration activities, with residents maintaining a barricade to protest the company’s operations.
Jul
2026
15
Lawmakers urged to investigate Meralco over dubious electricity rates
“Congress should investigate why Meralco was not held accountable and how laws could be strengthened to truly defend the rights of the people."
Jul
2026
15
Groups condemn illegal assembly charges vs activists
"It's infuriating that those who are protesting to demand for a daily living wage of P1,200 ($19.53), lower prices of basic goods, and respect for the rights of workers and ordinary Filipinos are the very ones being charged."
