MANILA (September 23) – The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFOMS) has condemned the harassment and violence reportedly experienced by journalists covering the nationwide protests on September 21, the 53rd anniversary of Martial Law. Media practitioners reported cases of physical assault, intimidation, and obstruction while documenting the demonstrations, raising … [Read more...] about PTFOMS condemns attacks on journalists during September 21 protests, watchdogs demand accountability
Dugong spotted in Sarangani Bay, experts call for stronger protection of endangered species
DAVAO CITY (September 18) — A dugong (Dugong dugon), one of the world’s most threatened marine mammals, was documented during an aerial survey conducted by the Protected Area Management Office of the Sarangani Bay Protected Seascape (PAMO-SBPS), the Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO) of Malapatan, and the Bantay Dagat. The team observed the dugong … [Read more...] about Dugong spotted in Sarangani Bay, experts call for stronger protection of endangered species
Philippine House Speaker resigns amid flood control scandal, echoes regional corruption woes
DAVAO CITY, Philippines (September 17) — After mounting pressures and loud speculations of impending political shake-up, Leyte Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez resigned Wednesday as Speaker of the Philippine House of Representatives, stepping down amid mounting outrage over allegations of budget insertions and irregularities in the government’s flood control … [Read more...] about Philippine House Speaker resigns amid flood control scandal, echoes regional corruption woes
Mayor Baste Duterte files kidnapping case over alleged illegal arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte
Davao City, Philippines (September 15) — In a dramatic escalation of the political and legal tensions gripping the country, Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte has filed a criminal complaint for kidnapping and arbitrary detention against several high-ranking officials of the Marcos Jr. administration. The complaint stems from the controversial apprehension of … [Read more...] about Mayor Baste Duterte files kidnapping case over alleged illegal arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte
Trafficked by Sea: The silent crisis along the Philippines’ Southern Border
DAVAO CITY (September 10) — The rescue of 27 women on the shores of Bongao, Tawi-Tawi last week has once again exposed how the Philippines' porous maritime borders continue to serve as lifelines for human trafficking syndicates. With no documents, no legal protection, and no legitimate jobs awaiting them, the women became the latest victims in a crisis fueled by poverty and … [Read more...] about Trafficked by Sea: The silent crisis along the Philippines’ Southern Border
