ZAMBOANGA CITY – A former barangay secretary was shot dead inside his residence here on Sunday night, Dec. 7. Police identified the victim as Albert Felipe Bacabac Jr., 48, from Barangay Ayala. Investigation said the victim’s family heard three gunshots but dismissed the sound as firecrackers....
A member of the LGBTQ community was stabbed to death in Lipa City, Batangas over the weekend. Police identified the victim as Jericho Elliorante. Elliorante, a 25-year-old newly crowned LGBTQ pageant winner in Barangay Sambat, Tanauan City, Batangas, sustained 13 stab wounds. His body was found at...
The first-ever same-sex marriage in Isabela was held on Sunday, June 8. LGBTQ couple Mart Andres and Engs Bravo from Barangay Nagbukel, San Isidro, Isabela were married in a resort in Barangay Santo Tomas, Alicia. Andres said in a Facebook post: “We are beyond thrilled to have you join us on our...
A 35-year-old beauty salon owner was shot dead by a lone gunman in General Santos City on Wednesday night. TAMPUS (FB) The victim was identified as Renante Tampus. Investigation said a n unidentified armed man entered the establishment before 7 p.m. Moments later, customers inside fled upon seeing...
Bataan 1st district Rep. Geraldine Roman (left), Vice President Sara Duterte (Facebook.PPAB) Transgender congresswoman Bataan 1st district Rep. Geraldine Roman says she was surprised and disappointed by Vice President Sara Duterte's supposed...
The Philippines taking a step forward for inclusivity and equality is a “victory for all” as Vice President Sara Duterte underscored how Pride Month celebrates the Filipinos’ shared humanity and aspirations. Vice President Sara Duterte (Inday Sara Duterte/Facebook) In her...
by JELLYN GUECO As we celebrate Pride Month, the Pinoy LGBTQ+ community continues to fight for equal rights including the right to marry. While many countries around the world already recognize same-sex marriage, the Philippines has yet to pass a law that would allow this. Despite this setback,...
Paris-bound boxers Nesthy Petecio and Hergie Bacyadan beam with pride as they represent the Philippines while carrying the rainbow flag on local and international stages. Paris-bound boxers Nesthy Petecio, right, and Hergie Bacyadan Petecio, who, according to her, is competing in her final Olympic...
"Inclusivity and awareness on equal rights" are the best solutions against homophobia, biphobia, and transphobia, Human Rights Commissioner Faydah Maniri Dumarpa said on Thursday, May 16. This year's celebration of the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (IDAHOBIT) is on...
The Philippine Financial Industry Pride (PFIP) released its 2024 report on LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion at UP School of Statistics Auditorium on April 30, 2024. The report, based on inputs from 80+ companies, gives valuable information on workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion. The 2024 PFIP...
SAN JUAN, Batangas – The body of a private tutor with multiple stab wounds was found in this town on Friday, February 23. THE body of an LGBTQ member was found in Sitio Tipaz Sulok, Barangay Tipaz, San Juan, Batangas on February 23. (Photo via Danny Estacio) Police identified the victim...
K-pop star IU changed the title of her upcoming song after receiving criticisms from netizens for using the LGBTQ slogan. Last Jan. 16, it was announced that IU will release the new song “Love Wins” on Jan. 24. The music video will feature BTS member V. IU (Instagram) IU's upcoming song...
