Fight historical distortion amidst de facto martial law, says Catholic bishop

The prelate said the “plot to whitewash and deodorize Marcos dictatorship” is now happening in a “de facto martial law”

‘One Million Children Praying the Rosary’ campaign slated for Oct. 18

ACN Philippines has specifically asked parishes, families, catechists, schools, and teachers “to pray together with our children"

Philippine groups renew calls to repeal Anti-Terror Law on 51st Martial Law declaration anniversary

The groups condemned the "weaponization" of the law, citing its ambiguous and sweeping definitions, which are used to silence dissenters

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