Joe Torres needs new eyeglasses
Torres was quoted as saying a culture of impunity does not exist in our version of paradise. He was not expected to say the opposite in the presence of the honorable officials of the National Police Commission, the agency responsible for supervising the Philippine National Police.
On media killings: NUJP slams PTFoMS exec’s denial of culture of impunity
The NUJP said it is crucial that the government recognize, rather than downplay, the dangers that Filipino journalists face.
Broadcaster shot in Albay
A Special Investigation Task Group (SITG “Samar”) has been activated to lead the investigation, gather evidence, and identify those responsible, PTFOMS reported.
Media outfit condemns police’s ‘mass report’ campaign as censorship
“It is only evident through this desperate act of the PNP that they are the one causing distress and terror in the community,” the media group said in a statement on Tuesday.
CHR, media security task force ink agreement for stronger protection of journalists
PTFoMS executive director Undersecretary Jose Torres said the MoA is an attempt to reverse the trend of harassment, threats, and violence against Filipino journalists.
This time, PTFOMS respectfully reacts to Irene Khan’s report
The current PTFOMS under Torres is diplomatic and calm in its response however, agreeing to Khan’s recommendation that reforms for media safety must align with international standards.
CHR calls on Comelec to investigate poll threats vs media workers
The national human rights institution said it is gravely concerned over multiple reports received of members of the media being denied entry to polling precincts, despite possessing accredited IDs from the Commission on Elections (COMELEC).
Dayang slay worsens risks for scribes
The April 29, 2025 murder of Johnny Dayang right in his home in Kalibo, Aklan strikes terror among journalists in rural areas just as a local court this month acquitted those accused in the murder of Juan “Johnny Walker” Jumalon, who was also shot dead right in his broadcast booth at home while hosting an online show on Nov. 5, 2023.
Press freedom is shackled
Cumpio is a local journalist whose case has been taken up by the One Free Press Coalition as one of the 10 worst cases of the trampling of press freedom. The list was released coinciding with the celebration of World Press Freedom Day on Saturday, May 3, and the international campaign to free those who have been imprisoned for seeking to tell the truth. Local and international media organizations have urged the Marcos Jr. government to drop the “trumped-up” charges against Cumpio and her fellow accused.
Media industry shocked at veteran journalist’s murder
Aside from leading PAPI, Dayang served as president of the Manila Overseas Press Club, was a former director of the National Press Club, and the founding president of the Federation of Provincial Press Clubs of the Philippines.