Philippine anti-terrorism law a threat to human rights
Posted in Asia NEWS The Philippines

Philippine anti-terrorism law a threat to human rights

MANILA (UCAN): The Philippine Supreme Court struck down a “killer caveat” in the controversial anti-terrorism…

Read more...
Tens of thousands flee as super typhoon hits Philippines
Posted in Asia NEWS The Philippines

Churches provide shelter as tens of thousands flee as super typhoon hits Philippines

MANILA (UCAN): Thousands of people in the Philippines fled their homes and beachfront resorts as…

Read more...
Duterte’s alma mater backs Robredo for Philippine presidency
Posted in Asia NEWS The Philippines

Duterte’s alma mater backs Robredo for Philippine presidency

MANILA (UCAN): San Beda University, where Rodrigo Duterte, the incumbent Philippine president studied law, showed…

Read more...
In the Philippines a communal prayer for 2022 elections
Posted in Asia NEWS Region The Philippines

In the Philippines a communal prayer for 2022 elections

MANILA (UCAN): On 9 May 2022, the people of the Philippines will choose their next…

Read more...
Filipino priest honoured with Dutch rights award
Posted in Asia NEWS The Philippines

Filipino priest honoured with Dutch rights award

MANILA (UCAN): Society of Divine Word Father Flaviano “Flavie” Villanueva, of the Philippines, has been…

Read more...