Tag: Philippines
Murderous times
Survey after survey, a majority of Filipinos — even those who support the drug war in principle — have expressed fear about summary killings
How a Filipino bishop lost, then rediscovered his faith
Everyone has a moment of doubt, a moment when one questions one's faith, a moment that comes unexpectedly.
Even
men of the cloth have their own...
Duterte’s nightmare: Access to information on drug war
Sacked vice president said she’ll soon release her own findings into the so-called war on drugs
Islamic State fighters not regrouping in Southeast Asia
But southern Philippine region of Mindanao is a prime example where militants could establish a foothold
The Filipino fighting for a Japanese samurai’s sainthood
As Pope Francis visits Japan, an 83-year-old Filipino historian is hoping the pontiff will recognize a Japanese samurai who once offered his life for...
Philippines’ drug ‘czarina’ under attack
Maria Leonor Robredo has sent jitters up and down govt hierarchy by launching a review of the methods used in anti-drug campaign
A life-changing encounter with a pope
An earlier meeting with Mother Teresa helped lay the foundation for what would become a momentous decision
Rice imports hurts Filipino farmers, undermines food security
But Duterte says the Philippines needs to import rice to avoid a food crisis
Filipino tribal children face a life of uncertainty
When Lizabel hears a cricket, she would know it's a cricket. But she does not know what it looks like. She has not seen...
Manila bishop backs red-tagged groups
Bishop said govt should instead support and encourage faith-based organizations instead of vilifying them