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Activists decry court delays in case of environmental defenders who survived...
The scheduled hearing at the Plaridel Municipal Trial Court in Bulacan was called off on Monday due to the judge’s reported illness
Ecumenical labor group files rights complaint over ‘red-tagging’
According to EILER, three red-tagging incidents were documented between December 2024 and February 2025 in District 4
Rights advocates alarmed after court bars observers in abduction case
Dangla, who survived abduction and alleged torture in 2023, previously secured a provisional grant of legal protection from the Supreme Court
Gaza under fire: Over 350 killed, calls for ceasefire grow amid...
"The situation is terrible, we woke up to the sounds of bombings even though no shrapnel has yet reached our area"
Church leaders decry killing of Myanmar priest, demand justice
"We urge the authorities to ensure that justice is served and to take decisive action to prevent such heinous crimes from recurring"
Bishop calls for increased protection, support for IPs
The Bontoc-Lagawe prelate underscored the importance of finding ‘suitable partners’ to advocate for their rights and well-being
Philippines weaponizing terrorism-financing laws to stifle activism – HRW
HRW warned that the Philippine government is using terrorism-financing laws to target critics rather than legitimate terrorist threats
HRW: Uyghurs face ‘severe restrictions’ despite travel policy changes
While some Uyghurs regained their passports and can apply for international travel, the Chinese government still enforces strict limitations
Catholic community in Myanmar clings to faith amid displacement and violence
When the military seized Christ the King Cathedral and the Pastoral Complex, Catholics have been observing what they call “Jubilee in exile.”
COCOPEA cuts ties with NTF-ELCAC; Christian youth group urges total abolition
“COCOPEA's withdrawal from the task force is of utmost significance in preserving the essentiality of academic freedom,” the group said
Isolation and pressure driving more Japanese minors to suicide, says PIME...
The primary challenge for “Mizu Ippai” is recognizing individuals in distress before their situation worsens.
Thai police raid school for migrant children in Koh Phangan
The case underscores the broader struggle of migrant workers, who play a crucial role in the country’s tourism and service sectors
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