Philippine News
Philippine army launches air strikes against terror group
May 5, 2023 · By UCA News reporter for www.ucanews.com
Philippine army launches air strikes against terror group Hundreds of villagers rushed to take refuge in Catholic churches and government schools as the Philippine army launched air strikes on suspected hideouts of an Islamic State (IS)-linked terrorist group in the marshlands of Maguindanao province in Mindanao region. The Archdiocese of Cotabato reported more than 200 […]
Read More...US joins calls for justice for slain Filipino labor organizer
May 3, 2023 · By Cristina Chi - Philstar.com for www.philstar.com
US joins calls for justice for slain Filipino labor organizer MANILA, Philippines — In a rare move, the United States government has joined local and international human rights groups in their calls for justice for slain trade unionist Alex Dolorosa, saying that local authorities should bring to account perpetrators responsible for his death. “We extend our condolences […]
Read More...Amid China pressure, US, Philippines recommit to security alliance
May 3, 2023 · By REUTERS for www.rappler.com
Amid China pressure, US, Philippines recommit to security alliance US officials say US President Joe Biden and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. agreed on new guidelines for stronger military cooperation, as well as stepped up economic cooperation WASHINGTON DC, USA – The US and the Philippines reaffirmed their decades-old security alliance on Monday (Tuesday in […]
Read More...In Philippines, a child alleges abuse by Catholic priest — and tests Vatican promise for global reckoning
May 3, 2023 · By Shibani Mahtani and Regine Cabato for www.washingtonpost.com
In Philippines, a child alleges abuse by Catholic priest — and tests Vatican promise for global reckoning CADIZ CITY, Philippines — The girl, her long hair in a ponytail, stepped into the cramped, dimly lit courtroom, her first time in such a place. Clinging to her mother, she scanned the dozens of faces assembled before […]
Read More...Philippines won’t be military ‘staging post’: Marcos
May 3, 2023 · By AFP, Manila for www.ucanews.com
Philippines won’t be military ‘staging post’: Marcos President Ferdinand Marcos said his government would not allow the Philippines to become a “staging post” for military action ahead of a meeting with US President Joe Biden on Monday. Manila recently granted Washington access to more Filipino military bases as the allies seek to counter China’s growing […]
Read More...[A SOJOURNER’S VIEW] Neil Frazer: Mindanawon Visual Artist Par Excellence
April 27, 2023 · By KARL M. GASPAR CSSR for www.mindanews.com
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[A SOJOURNER’S VIEW] Neil Frazer: Mindanawon Visual Artist Par Excellence CEBU CITY (MindaNews / 23 April) — In 1965, the English songwriter-singer Jonathan King recorded a song entitled Everyone’s Gone To The Moon. Part of the lyrics of the song goes this way: Streets full of people, all alone, Roads full of houses, never home Church […]
Read More...Earth Day: Groups Advocate for Toxics-Free Circular Economy
April 27, 2023 · By Philippines - EcoWaste Coalition for www.pressenza.com
Earth Day: Groups Advocate for Toxics-Free Circular Economy 22 April 2023, Quezon City. As Earth Day is observed amid the planetary chemical and pollution crisis, advocates push for actions to ensure chemicals are produced, used, and managed in a way that will prevent their harmful impacts on human health, wildlife, the environment, and the climate. […]
Read More...DOJ will oppose De Lima bail if she insists on basing it on merits of the case
April 25, 2023 · By JAIRO BOLLEDO for www.rappler.com
DOJ will oppose De Lima bail if she insists on basing it on merits of the case After asking to reopen one case still pending against the former senator, the DOJ is insisting on bail based on humanitarian grounds only – contrary to what De Lima prefers MANILA, Philippines – Department of Justice (DOJ) Secretary […]
Read More...Police net man wanted for child abuse, drugs in Batangas City
April 14, 2023 · By DANNY ESTACIO for mb.com.ph
Police net man wanted for child abuse, drugs in Batangas City BATANGAS CITY – Police arrested in this city a 52-year-old man wanted for frustrated murder, child abuse, and illegal drugs on Tuesday afternoon, April 11. Batangas police director Police Col. Pedro Soliba identified the suspect as Calixto Morante. Morante was apprehended by the Batangas […]
Read More...Mining on historic Philippine island sparks uproar
April 14, 2023 · By UCA News reporter for www.ucanews.com
Mining on historic Philippine island sparks uproar A Filipino bishop has called on the government to take action against mining activities by four companies on the historical island of Homonhon which allegedly have negative impacts on communities and the natural environment. “At present, there are four active mining companies operating on the island. Their immediate […]
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