Read more about the article Mindanao lawyers slam Duterte’s justification of war on drugs killing
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Mindanao lawyers slam Duterte’s justification of war on drugs killing

Human rights lawyers in Mindanao criticized former President Rodrigo Duterte for his statements made during the Senate hearing as he justified the extrajudicial killings in his war on drugs campaign.

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Read more about the article Peril to paradise? China-funded Samal-Davao bridge project raises worries over Paradise Reef damage
Samal Island – Davao City Interconnector Bridge perspective (Source: DPWH)

Peril to paradise? China-funded Samal-Davao bridge project raises worries over Paradise Reef damage

The sentiments of Samal residents have worried environmental groups and a family that has protected the island's reefs for years. The bridge construction will destroy corals and affect the pristine waters that make Samal beaches a favorite destination.

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Read more about the article Rescued Lumad youth debunks kidnapping, child-abuse raps against Talaingod 13
Defend Talaingod 13 Network (Photo by Dominic Gutoman/bulatlat.com)

Rescued Lumad youth debunks kidnapping, child-abuse raps against Talaingod 13

“When our schools were closed in November 2018, the military threatened our lives. They said that if we don’t leave our school, they would kill a teacher or a student,” a Lumad youth said during the launch of Defend Talaingod 13, October 17.

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