Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso reminded city government personnel of their mission to serve the people and ensure their safety as mass protests against corruption in parts of Manila commenced on Sunday, Sept. 21. "Ang bilin ko lang, simple: tayo ay tutulong. Basta tayo, bilang...
Protesters preparing to join the September 21 anti-corruption rallies in Metro Manila are advised to brace for rains and possible thunderstorms, as Typhoon Nando (international name: Ragasa) continues to enhance the southwest monsoon (habagat). In its 11 p.m. tropical cyclone bulletin issued...
Malacañang said President Marcos respects the right of Filipinos to stage rallies against corruption, stressing that he also shares the public’s frustration over recent controversies. Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro said this ahead of the planned protests against government...
Environmental activist and Karapatan national council member Jonila Castro has been subpoenaed by the Pasig City Prosecutor 's Office over the Sept. 4 rally outside the Discaya-owned St. Gerrard Construction compound, where protesters engaged in mud-throwing and vandalism. Related story : ...
Vice President Sara Duterte said the government must listen to the growing calls of citizens against corruption, warning that ignoring their voices could further fuel unrest. Duterte said this amid mounting preparations for nationwide demonstrations set on Sept. 21, coinciding with the anniversary...
Malacañang has debunked claims that the reason behind President Marcos ' decision to skip the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York was threats to his life. Palace Press Officer and Communications Undersecretary Claire said on Tuesday, Sept. 16, that there is no direct threat to...
President Marcos said he understood the public anger over alleged irregularities in flood control projects, declaring that he might even join demonstrations himself if he were not in office. The President said this amid recent protest actions against corruption in government infrastructure...
Malacañang said President Marcos recognizes the public’s right to express dissent as protests against corruption in government are set to take place on Sept. 21, the anniversary of the declaration of martial law. In a press briefing, Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro said the President...
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Wednesday, Sept. 10, warned Filipinos in Nepal to stay alert and follow safety guidelines amid the violent protests there due to the lack of opportunities for the youth and the growing frustrations over the luxurious lifestyles of the political elite. The...
Militant groups on Friday, Sept. 5, gathered outside the St. Gerrard Construction Building in Pasig City, vowing to sustain their peaceful protests as they demanded for an "exorcism" of the national budget of corruption and accountability from construction companies allegedly involved in anomalous...
Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto reminded the public not to resort to violence that could injure others, following the protests outside the St. Gerrard Construction Building on Thursday morning, Sept. 4. Sotto made the statement after the protesters threw mud and spray-painted “Magnanakaw (thief)”...
Authorities on Thursday, Sept. 4, said that protesters who threw mud and vandalized the gate of St. Gerrard Construction which is owned by the Discaya family during a staged protest may face charges of malicious mischief. Related story: ...
