Altermidya raises concern over the proposed “Anti-Fake News and Digital Disinformation Act” or House Bill (HB) 2697, sponsored by presidential son Rep. Alexander “Sandro” Marcos, and backed by House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III. We believe that it is a dangerous measure that potentially...
Several civil society organizations, including medical associations, and even the Department of Health have not only decried the doctor’s arbitrary arrest but also attest to her decades-long public service as a community doctor.
The claims made by the Facebook user are bereft of any evidence.
The official statement of the Bicol police on the incident that led to Teston’s death recounted details about the clash, but there was no mention or proof that can link the encounter to Kabataan Partylist.
Don't forget, remember I don't remember, Your Honor That's what they said I don't remember, ma'am How can you not? It's not easy to forget And never hard to remember February 7, two years have passed You barged into our room, the memory still fresh "What is that?" the...
On February 12, Facebook page Coach Jarret posted screenshots of several news reports that reveal Commission on Audit (COA) findings about the Office of the Vice President’s (OVP) use of public funds. The caption of the said post read, “Sabi ng mga PINKKRAB, pag wala...
TAGALOG The Facebook page “BBM Is My President 2022” shared a 50-second TikTok video last February 13 which featured a portion of an interview of former Sen. Juan Ponce Enrile. In the said clip, the former senator – who also served as the late dictator Ferdinand...
As documented by the Take Force Detainees of the Philippines from 1972 to 1986, there have been at least 9,000 victims of human rights violations during the Marcos administration.
On February 14, Facebook page Usaping Bayan, which is affiliated with Sonshine Media Network International (SMNI), posted a video with the caption, “Nanghinayang ang mga commuter sa pag-alis ng No Vax, No Ride policy, ayon sa I-ACT.”
Over the past few months, several news sites have been subjected to cyber attacks. According to a February 7 article in the Manila Bulletin, the websites of CNN Philippines, Rappler and Philstar.com have been attacked, purportedly by a group calling itself Pinoy...
While many candidates – not only Robredo and Lacson – have indeed posted or distributed materials plastered with their names weeks – or some even months – prior to the start of the official campaign period, the country’s election rules have in fact enabled these candidates and their campaign teams to legally do so.
The Philippines’ COVID-19 vaccination efforts ranked the lowest among other ASEAN countries.
House Committee Report No. 1367 clearly explained that the HB 10576 “defines the rights and fundamental freedoms of human rights defenders, declaring state responsibilities and instituting effective mechanisms for the protection and promotion of these rights and freedoms.”