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Read more about the article Filipina activist named one of world’s young outstanding politicians
YOUTH LEADER. Students from various schools in Davao City on Friday, February 9, 2018 listen to Kabataan Partylist Rep. Sarah Elago during a city-wide consultation at the University of Southeastern Philippines in Obrero. (Mara S. Genotiva/davaotoday.com)

Filipina activist named one of world’s young outstanding politicians

Kabataan Party-list (KP) Rep. Sarah Elago, is the lone Filipino to be named one of the outstanding young politicians from across the world this 2020.

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Read more about the article Mindanao solon: Decision to deny ABS-CBN franchise ‘contrary’ to findings
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Mindanao solon: Decision to deny ABS-CBN franchise ‘contrary’ to findings

The findings of the House of Representatives’ Technical Working Group (TWG) are contrary to the evidence presented during the series of hearings that tackled the franchise renewal of television network ABS-CBN, a lawmaker from Northern Mindanao said.

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Read more about the article Petitions vs anti-terror law grow in number
Progressive organizations conducted an online protest called “HINDIpendence in Davao” to signify opposition with the Anti-Terror Bill. (Contributed photo Karapatan)

Petitions vs anti-terror law grow in number

Petitions against the Anti-Terrorism Act of 2020 have grown in numbers and now totals seven since it was approved into law.

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Read more about the article Media giant ABS-CBN loses franchise
The National Union of Journalists of the Philippines,media organizations such as IAWART,CEGP and progressive organizations staged a candle lighting activity on February 28,at the ABS-CBN Regional Station as part of the nationwide coordinated action for the renewal of the network’s franchise.(Mara S. Genotiva/davaotoday.com)

Media giant ABS-CBN loses franchise

One of the country’s entertainment and media giants will remain off-air after members of the House of Representatives' panel rejected its bid for franchise renewal.

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