Tag: Philippines

Leni Robredo is the last obstacle to the Marcos family regaining the presidency they lost in 1986 following a popular uprising

Pope Francis noted that 47 journalists were killed worldwide last year, and more than 350 were imprisoned

Bishop Jose Colin Bagaforo stressed that the Church only complements the programs of the government

Child rights groups stressed the need for candidates to clearly discuss their proposed policies and programs for children

Because she was elected with the support of Church people there is close Church and state collaboration for the common good

The groups under Luntiang Bayan clarified that the announcement is not an endorsement, but is only a "guide" to the public

Robredo is backed by a movement that emerged spontaneously and made up of various groups, including the clergy and religious

Elite families have long ruled the poverty-ravaged nation, holding on to positions of power for generations by dishing out favors

Changing weather has halved the amount of produce arriving at markets in Manila. A Catholic priest, his "drug reformists" and women farmers may have a solution in their "Saklay" farm

It was hoped that Duterte's decision would fast-track talks with Beijing on joint exploration in the waters