Media and Society

DAVAO CITY  (October 2) --- The Commission on Elections issued a Certificate of Finality and Entry of Judgment of the Order En Banc, canceling the Duterte Youth Party-list registration immediately. On August 29, the Commission En Banc denied the Duterte Youth Party-list's move for reconsideration and upheld the Comelec Second Division's cancellation of its … [Read more...] about Comelec certifies Duterte Youth Party-list revocation

DAVAO CITY  (October 2) – In times of disaster, sirens and alarms often come first to mind. But for disaster responders in the Davao Region, the most vital lifeline may be words—timely, accurate, and trusted. On Tuesday, government agencies and civil society groups formally launched the Crisis Communication Cluster, a first-of-its-kind initiative designed to ensure that … [Read more...] about Davao Region forms crisis communication cluster to put ‘First Responder’ words into action

MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL (October 1)  --- Misamis Occidental Governor Henry S. Oaminal has asked local government units, security forces, and community stakeholders to step up efforts to ensure the province's peace, safety, and development. During the third quarter joint meeting of the Misamis Occidental Provincial Anti-Drug Abuse Council (MOPADAC) and the Provincial Peace … [Read more...] about Oaminal calls for improved safety and development measures in Misamis Occidental

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

MANILA (September 22) – The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFOMS) has strongly denounced the violence and harassment directed at journalists covering protest actions on Sunday, September 21. During demonstrations, several individuals were injured, including broadcast journalist Manny Vargas, who was struck by a projectile while performing his duty. PTFOMS … [Read more...] about PTFOMS condemns violence and harassment of journalists during September 21 protests