Rappler's latest stories on Marites Vitug
Forum on the cyber libel verdict against Maria Ressa, Rappler
(UPDATED) The Manila Regional Trial Court Branch 46 is scheduled to hand down its verdict on Rappler, its CEO Maria Ressa, and former researcher-writer Reynaldo Santos Jr in the high profile cyber libel case on Monday, June 15
[ANALYSIS] Duterte crushes free expression amid pandemic
Journalists fight bigger battle
Rappler’s Marites Vitug part of 2020 #NataliPrize grand jury
Each year, a grand jury of leading figures in media from around the world come together to choose the winners of the Lorenzo Natali Media Prize
[OPINION] The lawless Duterte presidency
The Philippines has been transformed into a wilderness soaked in blood
[OPINION] DFA foils oil exploration with China – for now
Foreign Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr emaciates Beijing's MOU to start joint development by making it an 'agreement to negotiate'
Rappler Talk: Lawyer Cristina Bonoan on the Supreme Court under Duterte
On Tuesday, October 23, Rappler editor-at-large Marites Vitug speaks with Cristina Bonoan of the Angeles State University about qualities needed in a chief justice and the challenges he or she will face
Rappler Talk: Lawyer Ruben Carranza on holding Duterte accountable in ICC
On Friday, September 7, Rappler editor-at-large Marites Vitug sits down with international human rights lawyer Ruben Carranza to talk about the prospects of the possible case against President Duterte before the International Criminal Court
Rappler Talk: Retired SC Justice Vicente Mendoza on draft charter and judiciary
On Wednesday, August 15, Rappler editor-at-large Marites Vitug talks to retired SC associate justice Vicente Mendoza on the implications of breaking down the 'single and generalized' high court into 4 federal courts
Rappler Talk: Orlando Mercado on rethinking national security threats
On Monday, August 6, Rappler editor-at-large Marites Vitug talks to former defense secretary Orlando Mercado about national security and the threats the Philippines is facing
Rappler Talk: Lawyer Romel Bagares on PH withdrawal from Int'l Criminal Court
Rappler's Marites Vitug talks to Romel Bagares, lead counsel of the Philippine Coalition for the International Criminal Court, on the repercussions of withdrawing from the ICC and how it can be opposed
Rappler Talk: Albert del Rosario on Duterte gov’t’s refusal to enforce Hague ruling
Watch Rappler's full interview with former foreign secretary Albert del Rosario
Rappler Talk: Morales on victories, restoring credibility to the Office of the Ombudsman
Watch Rappler's interview with Ombudsman Conchita Carpio Morales
Rappler Talk Investigative: Former ambassador Luis Cruz on U.S.-North Korea summit
Rappler's editor-at-large Marites Vitug speaks to former ambassador to South Korea Luis Cruz on the importance of the summit and what it means to Southeast Asia
Rappler Talk Investigative: Bob Herrera-Lim on the rule of law and risks to business
Rappler editor-at-large Marites Vitug speaks to risk consultant Roberto 'Bob' Herrera-Lim on how the situation in the Philippines specifically affects the business sector and perceptions of investors
[OPINION] Marcos and Duterte: Strongmen’s changing playbook
Threats to a free press have returned in different forms. There is no other way ahead but to stay the course.
Journalists on fighting fake news: Be more discerning, take a stand
Panelists at the #FactsMatterPH forum held in Laguna share their thoughts on how ordinary citizens can take part in preventing the spread of disinformation online
Rappler Talk Investigative: UP professor Herman Kraft on PH-China joint exploration
Rappler editor-at-large Marites Vitug speaks to University of the Philippines Political Science associate professor Herman Kraft on the issues surrounding joint exploration in the West Philippine Sea
Rappler Talk: CHR's Roberto Cadiz on PH's withdrawal from Int'l Criminal Court
Rappler editor-at-large Marites Vitug speaks to CHR Commissioner Roberto Cadiz on the possible impact of the withdrawal from the ICC on their work and the fight to end the culture of impunity in the country
Rappler Talk Investigative: Reynaldo Umali on impeaching CJ Sereno
House justice committee chairperson Reynaldo Umali says it's the 'end of the road' for Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno
[OPINION] Chaos is Duterte’s key message
President Rodrigo Duterte has turned messaging upside down, stoking endless controversy and exposing his paltry policy vision
[WATCH] Rappler Talk: Analyst Aaron Jed Rabena on Philippines-China relations
Rappler editor-at-large Marites Vitug speaks to Aaron Jed Rabena on how Chinese President Xi Jinping's move toward lifetime rule might affect Philippines-China relations and their maritime dispute
[OPINION] Duterte's zero concept of independent journalism
This truly reflects the sad state of journalism in the Philippines. It shows the swath of reality that independent journalism has not yet taken root in our society.
Rappler Talk: Gary Alejano on holding the Duterte administration accountable
On Thursday, February 22, Rappler editor-at-large Marites Vitug speaks to Magdalo Representative Gary Alejano about the importance of maintaining check and balance in government
PH not making 'full pivot' to China – envoy
It s really seeking a place a balanced relationship between the US and China and Russia Ambassador designate to China Chito Santa Romana tells Rappler
SONA 2016: Duterte's winding speech a 'lost opportunity' – analysts
[It s] a lost opportunity because speeches like these are a moment to unify the country make clear the vision of governance former Ateneo School of Government dean Tony La Viña says
Robredo the ‘connector’ needed between gov't and people – analysts
At the same time she likes listening she likes going to people And that’s someone we need in the executive department says Duterte ally and Mindanao Commission on Women CEO Irene Santiago
Dear President Rody Duterte
Please don’t confuse and leave us unclear about the messages you want to lodge in our minds
'Change doesn’t come swiftly and in dramatic ways'
We hold a mirror to society bear witness and in doing so etch marks in our collective memory so that we do not forget
For Metrobank’s Journalists of the Year, social change is incremental
Marites Vitug of Rappler Nancy Carvajal of Inquirer and Howie Severino of GMA 7 talk about the challenges they face as veteran journalists in the Philippines
Rappler's Marites Vitug named Metrobank's 2015 Journalist of the Year
Marites Vitug Rappler s editor at large and 2 others win Metrobank s Search for Journalists of the Year for 2015 – the second year the award is conferred
PODCAST: Investigative reporting 101 with Marites Vitug
Rappler s editor at large Marites Vitug talks to investigative desk head Chay Hofileña about investigative reporting and its challenges
Aquino told: Tell ‘accurate’ Mamasapano story
How can government regain public trust after the bloody Maguindanao operation? The President should address the growing search for truth justice accountability
Bongbong degrees, Gringo plot, AFP vs. BIFF | The wRap
Did Bongbong Marcos lie about his university degrees? A former general says Gringo Honasan once plotted to kill the Marcoses The military declares all out war against BIFF
Who informs us about Mindanao?
Visibly absent in history textbooks is any serious substantive discussion of Mindanao s place in Philippine history
PODCAST: Makati will be wiped out – Mercado
UPDATED In this Rappler podcast the former Makati vice mayor says that once probable cause is established city officials from the mayor Jejomar Erwin Junjun Binay all the way to councilors can be suspended from office
Rappler's Vitug among QC Gawad Parangal awardees
Manuel L Quezon Gawad Parangal salutes the recipients for their achievements which have contributed to the history of Quezon City
7 lessons from celebrated and notorious public figures
Courage hubris forgiveness and how not to grow old
Marcos, Lean Alejandro, and the power of the written word
Ferdinand Marcos and Lean Alejandro were two Martial Law figures who approached writing in markedly different ways
Exclusive: Napoles parties with anti-graft court justice
EXCLUSIVE: Sandigan Associate Justice Gregory Ong under whose division the Kevlar helmets case was decided appears in a photo partying with Janet Napoles and Sen Jinggoy Estrada
Vitug Vlogs: The extreme Justice Abad
Rappler’s editor at large Marites Vitug goes into the character of the outspoken Reproductive Health law critic in the Supreme Court
#RHLaw: Next question for the justices
Will the SC extend the SQAO? The justices will meet again on Tuesday July 16 or a day before the SQAO lapses
Vitug Vlogs: Do a Kabang
Dog hero Kabang made headlines after the dog saved 2 children Rappler’s editor at large Marites Vitug says Kabang’s actions redefine dog vocabulary
Vitug Vlogs: Proud to be Filipino
Rappler’s editor at large Marites Vitug says the Philippines’ move to bring the maritime dispute with China to a UN court gets international interest
VitugVlogs: MVP vs Pnoy on China
Rappler’s editor at large Marites Vitug talks about the opposing positions of President Aquino and businessman Manny Pangilinan over China
Journalists, politicos fight corruption before elections
As many as 90 of journalists may engage in mild forms of corruption during elections
Haven't bought gifts? Give your loved ones Pinoy books
Shopping for Christmas gifts at the super duper last minute? Filipino written books may just be what you are looking for
'Freedom flame' for LP members, singer, journalist
A German foundation awards 11 individuals politicians cabinet members a journalist and a performer for their roles in allowing Filipinos to better experience freedom
Journalism, criticism, and debate
The struggle for journalism is for its practitioners to want to struggle to be journalists every day
Better than fiction: Why reality makes a good story
Three master storytellers tell us why
