Hundreds of demonstrators trooped to Mendiola in Manila to air their frustration over the widespread corruption in government offices, particularly in the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) on Sunday, Sept. 21. Despite the scorching sun and intense heat, 52-year-old Jun Zuaño and his...
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...
As calls to #StopKorap grow louder, white ribbons were tied around Luneta Park on Saturday, September 20, symbolizing public resistance ahead of tomorrow’s planned anti-corruption protest. Members of the Alliance of Concerned Teachers (ACT) tied white ribbons bearing the call #StopKorap around...
BUTUAN CITY – The Police Regional Offices 10 and 13 are on alert for rallies on Sept. 21 against alleged corruption in flood control projects. “All field units are on standby to ensure peace and order during mass action that will reportedly take place on Sunday, Sept. 21,” said PRO-13 and...
The Makati City Police is ready for the upcoming Sept. 21 rallies across Metro Manila and vowed to uphold peace, order, and public safety. "While Makati City is not identified as a primary site for these demonstrations, we recognize the potential for indirect impacts, including spillover...
The Philippine College of Surgeons (PCS) has expressed solidarity with Filipinos calling for transparency and accountability, saying the medical profession stands firmly against any form of graft and corruption in the country. In a statement, the surgeons’ group underscored its commitment to...
CEBU CITY – A coalition of various groups will hold another round of indignation rally here in time for the 53rd anniversary of the declaration of martial law on Sunday, Sept. 21. The Panaghiusa sa Yanong Sugbuanon Batok Korapsyon (Payong) said the rally that will be held at Fuente Circle will be...
Stressing the link between government accountability and the state of Philippine education, a teachers’ group on Thursday, September 18, called on teachers, education workers, and advocates to participate in a nationwide rally against corruption this weekend. The Teachers’ Dignity Coalition...
DAVAO CITY – Vice President Sara Duterte confirmed on Thursday, Sept. 18, that 100 cattle will be slaughtered as part of the “Pray for the Philippines” gathering on Sept. 21 at Rizal Park on San Pedro St. here. The Vice President said the event would combine prayers and political messages,...
ILOILO CITY – The Iloilo City Police Office (ICPO) lifted the “No permit, No rally” policy for the Trillion Peso March against corruption on Sunday, Sept. 21. ICPO chief Col. Kim Legada announced the lifting of the policy following pronouncements by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. Legada...
LEGAZPI CITY – The Police Regional Office-5 (Bicol) will deploy more than 3,500 personnel during the planned protest actions on Sept. 21 to ensure public safety and order across the Bicol region. “The wide-scale deployment underscores the PNP’s commitment to protect the rights of rally...
CEBU CITY – Police here are gearing up for the rally on Sunday, Sept. 21. Police Capt. Charisma Gonzales, information officer of the Cebu City Police Office, assured that protesters ' rights will be respected. Gonzales advised organizers of the rally to secure permits from the city...
