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Activists in a press conference on March 13, 2018 in Quezon City, hold up placards bearing calls to end the terror tags against leaders and members of progressive groups. (Photo courtesy of Kathy Yamzon)

National ID system, PNP subpoena powers: ‘witch-hunt tools’ vs the people

Progressive groups on Monday warned that the national identification system and the recently-signed law granting subpoena powers to the Philippine National Police (PNP) are additional tools for witch-hunt, abuse, and all-out repression.

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Read more about the article DABAWENYO HERO
DABAWENYO HERO. One of the recipients of the Everyday Dabawenyo Hero award, Phillip Duterte, is recognized for his dedication in teaching Matigsalug children in Marilog District. He died in 2010 due to sepsis and malaria while he was living with the Matigsalug in their community. The award is given to Dabawenyos who showed integrity and passion in serving those who are in need. Duterte's wife, Kathleen, and their two children accepted the award during the Pasidungog at the Davao Convention and trade Center on Monday, March 12, 2018. (Marielle C. Pagoto/davaotoday.com)

DABAWENYO HERO

DABAWENYO HERO. One of the recipients of the Everyday Dabawenyo Hero award, Phillip Duterte, is recognized for his dedication in teaching Matigsalug children in Marilog District. He died in 2010 due to sepsis and malaria while he was living with the Matigsalug in their community. (More...) (Marielle C. Pagoto/davaotoday.com)

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Read more about the article ‘Duterte gov’t move to declare 600 persons as terrorists, a prelude to massive crackdown on critics’
President Rodrigo Duterte, in his speech during his visit to the Ozamiz City Police Station on August 17, 2017, warns those involved in illegal drugs to stop their illicit activities or they may face harsh consequences. (KARL NORMAN ALONZO/PRESIDENTIAL PHOTO)

‘Duterte gov’t move to declare 600 persons as terrorists, a prelude to massive crackdown on critics’

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has sought the declaration of the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP), its armed wing, New People's Army (NPA), and at least 600 progressives as "terrorists."

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Read more about the article Teacher Protection Act hurdles House committee level
ACT Teachers Representatives Antonio Tinio and France Castro (Contributed photo)

Teacher Protection Act hurdles House committee level

MANILA, Philippines - The House of Representatives Committee on Basic Education and Culture has approved a bill that seeks to institutionalize the protection of "overworked and underpaid" public school teachers…

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