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Rights groups call on gov’t to respect rights of arrested CPDF spokesperson

In separate alerts, the Ilocos Human Rights Alliance (IHRA) and the Cordillera Human Rights Alliance (CHRA) said “Ka Filiw” Naogsan was arrested and initially taken to the Bacarra Municipal Police Station (MPS). But Naogsan has since been transferred to an unknown location by “unknown entities,” IHRA said.

Castro, Brosas demand deeper Sara corruption probe

Following testimonies by DepEd officials at the House of Representatives officials regarding the distribution of cash envelopes and questionable utilization of confidential funds by Duterte, Rep. Castro said the revelations are “deeply troubling,” needing thorough investigations.

Makabayan launches anti-political dynasty campaign

“We are against political dynasty. This is against democracy. This results in corruption and only serves the narrow interests of those already in power and their families,” Makabayan said.

Soldier-turned-activist Dante Simbulan dies

It was Simbulan who invited CPP founder Jose Maria Sison to deliver a lecture at the academy entitled “The mercenary tradition of the Armed Forces of the Philippines.”