On 44th Year, Duterte Says He Doesn’t Want Martial Law

Despite the drug problem in the country, Duterte says he doesn’t want martial law. On the 44th anniversary of the declaration of martial law by then President Ferdinand Marcos, President Rodrigo Duterte said he does not want the same. This is despite the rampant problem on illegal drugs in the Philippines, Duterte said that he … Read more

Martial Law, An Option With New Administration

Martial Law, An Option With New Administration

Incoming President Rodrigo R. Duterte eyes Martial Law Martial Law becomes an option for the incoming President Rodrigo R. Duterte in the provinces which are reported to be ground of the Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG) including provinces of Sulu, Basilan, and Tawi-Tawi. During the meeting at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), the president-elect talked … Read more

Pres. Aquino Hits Sen. Marcos Anew Over Non-Apology for Martial Law

The President of the Republic of the Philippines, President Benigno S. Aquino III hits Sen. Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos anew over non-apology for Martial Law during the launching of the book “The Aquino Legacy: An Enduring Narrative” at Raffles Hotel in Makati City on Thursday. Pres. Aquino stated that “When you cannot admit a mistake, are … Read more

Martial Law Victims to Get $10M from Sale of Marcos’ Art Collection

The victims of human rights violatins during Martial Law under the Marcos regime will set to receive the $10 million  settlement from the sale of  “1899 Claude Monet” masterpiece as declared part  Marcos family’s ill-gotten wealth. According to the victims’ lawyer, each cl(–foul word(s) removed–) suit member is expected to receive P50, 000  ($1,175)  by January 27, 2014 … Read more