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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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Read more about the article Church, Moro groups in Region 10 slam Anti-Terror Law
MARAWI AFTER 100 DAYS. Philippine Marines patrol the highway of Barangay Bubong Madaya on Wednesday, Aug. 30. The village became the main battle area between government troops and the ISIS-inspired Maute group in Marawi City for more than three months. The only Islamic City in the Philippines was completely destroyed 100 days after the fighting. (Divina M. Suson/davaotoday.com)

Church, Moro groups in Region 10 slam Anti-Terror Law

Various groups in Northern Mindanao expressed strong opposition to the Anti-Terrorism Act 2020 which they said will trample human rights as the country grapples on the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic.

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