DOJ lied to UN expert on red-tagging—Karapatan, NUJP
“Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla told the UN Human Rights Committee in November 2022 that ‘red-tagging is a part of democracy,’” Karapatan pointed out.
New AFP spox contradicts Marcos, amuses CPP
In repeating the annual AFP announcement it will eliminate the NPA by the end of the year, the new spokesperson “already sounded like a broken record,” CPP chief information officer Marco Valbuena said.
Gerry Ortega’s family, supporters question trial transfer to QC
“Haven’t we already waited too long? Isn’t 13 years enough?” slain broadcaster and environmentalist Dr. Gerry Ortega’s family asked.
‘Ring for justice’: Media groups troop to DOJ to call for release of detained community journalist
“These bells signify the unwavering spirit of journalists and their commitment to truth in the face of increasing repression,” said Avon Ang, Altermidya Network national coordinator.
Ka Daning Ramos hounded by surveillance, harassment—KMP
“This dangerous and brazen case of terror tagging poses a direct threat to the life of Ka Daning, his family, and other peasant leaders and members of the KMP and the progressive peasant movement,” KMP said.
Retrenched OFWs in New Zealand sleep in cars, resort to fishing to survive
“[M]any are relying on community food support and waiting for financial assistance from the Philippine Embassy. Two weeks ago, the union reported that some workers were sleeping in their cars due to financial difficulties,” Maga said.
Filipina mom, who fled Gaza with 7 children, reunites with Palestinian husband in UAE
They took a circuitous route – evacuating first in Manila with help from the Philippine government back in November last year – before arriving in Dubai last week. The family has settled in a temporary one-bedroom apartment in Ajman, the present accommodation of the 44-year-old Palestinian father. who works in Dubai.
Groups slam media security chief for red-tagging ahead of UN expert’s visit
Media Security (PTFOMS) executive director Paulino Gutierrez’s attack against journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio also proves the absurdity of his agency’s continued existence.
On USec. Paul Gutierrez’s red-tagging of journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio
This is exactly what we mean by red-tagging: a senior government official linking civilians to alleged communist groups without proof. May we remind Mr. Gutierrez that Ms. Cumpio is contesting the charges filed against her in court and has yet to be convicted.
Tagumpay, bagong antas ng paglaban ng marinong Pilipino
Sa ingay ng tila nagka-karerang mga motorsiklo at iba pang sasakyan sa kahabaan ng lansangan noong Byernes, pinangibabaw ng mga tagapagsalita sa piket ang kanilang mga panawagan sa naroroong mga marino umaasang makasampa sa barko. Nangangalap sila ng pirma para sa petisyong tanggalin ang probisyong bond execution ng Magna Carta for Filipino Seafarers na pinagtibay ng Senado at Kongreso noong Disyembre 13 ng nakaraang taon.