GEARING UP FOR MAY

GEARING UP FOR MAY. Left- leaning groups form a new coalition called Makabayan (Makabayang Koalisyon ng Mamamayan) for the upcoming May 2010 elections. Among its senatorial bets are partylist representatives Satur Ocampo and Teodoro Casi?o of Bayan Muna, Liza Maza of Gabriela Women?s Party and Rafael Mariano of Anakpawis. (photo by arkibongbayan.org)

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TOXIC WASTES

TOXIC WASTES. Members of the community theatre group Mascomthea call the public's attention against the dumping and burning of mercury-containing devices like the compact flourescent lamps (CFL) and thermometers, which are toxic. Environment groups are calling for the setting up of proper disposal system for hazardous wastes like mercury. (photo by Gigie Cruz)

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Davao envi advocates brings problems on development agression and rights violations to Supreme Court

As part of its undertaking in upholding the rule of law on environmental protection and preservation, the Supreme Court simultaneously held a forum on environmental justice on April 16 to…

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