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FALSE: New Philippine flag design on June 12, 2020
The colors and design of the Philippine flag are mandated by the Constitution and the Flag and Heraldic Code. Any changes will require approved amendments to these laws.
Flag Day: Dapitan’s Rizal museum raises banner for COVID-19 frontliners
‘This year, our display of flags takes on a greater meaning,’ says the Museo ni Rizal-Dapitan, echoing the National Historical Commission of the Philippines
After Bretman Rock video, NHCP says dancing to national anthem violates flag law
The National Historical Commission of the Philippines posts a notice to the public following complaints over a video of vlogger Bretman Rock twerking to 'Lupang Hinirang'
FALSE: Photo of Philippine flag used as tablecloth 'in SEA Games 2019' event
The photos are not from any SEA Games event
Rappler Talk: FLAG lawyer Jun Viterbo on navigating sedition case vs opposition
On Tuesday, September 3, Rappler editor at large Marites Vitug sits down with FLAG lawyer Jun Viterbo to discuss the complaint against key members of the opposition
BARMM adopts official flag as region’s first law
The Bangsamoro flag embodies its people’s 'identity, history, heritage, struggles, and aspiration,' reads the law
[EDITORIAL] #AnimatED: Kumakahol ang mga tuta sa naghihingalong demokrasya
The howling of the dogs reverberate in the corridors of power as darkness descends on democracy
British navy to escort UK-flagged ships in Gulf strait
Britain currently has the HMS Montrose warship in the Gulf and a handful of smaller naval vessels. The Montrose had tried to rush in to rescue the Stena Impero but arrived too late to the scene.
Corruption Red Flags: Excesses in government spending
Rappler conducts an analysis of 323 audit reports of government agencies to find irregularities and flagged spendings. Part 2 tackles excesses in spending, travels and ghosts of the pork scam.
Corruption Red Flags: Fake transactions, doubtful accounts in government spending
Rappler conducts an analysis of 323 audit reports of government agencies to find irregularities and flagged spendings. Part 1 is all about the fake and the doubtful.
LOOK: PH flag gets personified for Tokyo 2020 Olympics
The Philippines is represented by Rizal the Warrior in the World of Flags project
PNP seeks probe into ‘planted’ Chinese flags in Luneta
Luneta Park vendors say they were offered P100 to pose with Chinese flags as if selling them
Viral photos of vendors selling Chinese flags in Luneta a ‘set-up’
Vendors interviewed by the National Parks Development Committee claim a man offered them P100 to act as if they are selling Chinese flags 3 days before the Philippines' observance of Independence Day
‘No meaning’ in Palace displaying only Chinese flag during Xi visit, says Lorenzana
‘They are in our land. This is our country. Perhaps that was just a show of respect to the guest,’ says Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana
Breach in protocol over PH presidential flag during Xi's state visit
The lone presence of the Chinese flag during the welcome ceremony and review of the guards by the 2 presidents is unlike any other state visit
Why the NHCP wanted to stop the Bonifacio flag sale
The controversial sale has raised a lot of questions
Andres Bonifacio’s personal Katipunan flag sells for P9.3M in auction
The flag is among several historical pieces that were sold during the Leon Gallery’s Magnificent Seven Auction
LOOK: Chinese flags raised at Batasan to welcome Beijing officials
Inter-Parliamentary Relations and Special Affairs Bureau Director Edith Cardenas says 'this is not the first' time a foreign flag was raised at the House of Representatives
After Clarkson, skater Margielyn Didal gets flag-bearer honor
Gold medalist Margielyn Didal will lead the Philippine delegation in the 2018 Asian Games closing ceremonies
Chief Justice De Castro, murdered lawyer, John McCain | Midday wRap
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What did lawyers, police do wrong in Makati bar raid?
Lawyers present during police searches are guided by the following questions: Does the search team have a search warrant? If so, is it valid? If so, is the proper procedure being observed?
Jordan Clarkson gears up for PH flag-bearer role
The Fil-Am NBA player will be at the helm of the Philippine contingent during the opening ceremonies of the 2018 Asian Games on Saturday, August 18
NHCP calls shoe brand out for using Philippine flag on sneakers
The National Historical Commission of the Philippines says the use of the elements of the Philippine flag by Love the World on the sneakers violates the Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines
As trade war rages, Trump flags fly out of China factory
President Trump rails against Chinese imports, pushes for 'buy American', and launches the trade confrontation to punish China for what he considers predatory trade policies. But his anger does not appear to extend to flags.
Cayetano lectures career diplomats about diplomacy
A politician-turned-diplomat, Foreign Secretary Alan Peter Cayetano uses metaphors, such as a neighborhood squabble, to teach diplomacy to veterans in the foreign service
FACT CHECK: Bong Go did not raise Philippine flag at Benham Rise
Special Assistant to the President Bong Go and presidential son Sebastian Duterte ride jet skis only around Casiguran Sound on May 15
IBP to appeal Sereno ouster; lawyers called to rise up
However, constitutional law experts say it is only Congress which is in a position to challenge the quo warranto
Is the DOT’s media restriction in Boracay constitutional?
Legal experts say there will be a solid case if media groups choose to challenge the restriction in court
Supreme Court flag ceremony, High inflation rate expected, EU fund for PH drug rehab program | Midday wRap
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Rappler on NBI probe, Nene Pimentel on No-El, North and South Koreas in Winter Olympics | Midday wRap
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Bong Go intervenes in P15.5-B project to acquire PH warships
Special Assistant to the President Bong Go issues a blanket denial, saying someone might be using his name. But documents show otherwise.
HIGHLIGHTS: Justices grill Calida on operational loopholes of Oplan TokHang
Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno questions the regularity of police raids during ungodly hours
Destabilization or ripe for suspension? Day 2 of SC drug war oral arguments
Here are highlights of the second day of Supreme Court oral arguments on the constitutionality of Oplan Tokhang in the government's war on drugs
Rappler Talk: Why are petitioners fighting the drug war at the Supreme Court?
'Because I believe it's right and somebody has to do it,' says FLAG's Diokno on why they filed a petition against the drug war before the High Court
HIGHLIGHTS: What was discussed in SC oral arguments on drug war?
Here's a summary of the most important points raised during the petitioners' round in the Supreme Court oral arguments on the war on drugs
Plunder complaint vs Abaya and Aquino, Roque on Santiago, Robredo on Marcos | Evening wRap
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SC's Leonen: Drug list violates fundamental rights
'If it is done by your government, when there is an official process that does that, then would you say that there is a fundamental right that is violated?' says Supreme Court Associate Justice Marvic Leonen
SC Chief Justice Sereno directs Dela Rosa to appear for EJK oral arguments
Supreme Court Chief Justice Sereno is also calling the heads of the DILG, PDEA, DDB, Napolcom and PNP-IAS to appear during oral arguments on November 28
Leonen: Circulars declared unconstitutional won't stop gov't from fighting drugs
The Associate Justice says adjusting the government's program against illegal drugs so it does not necessarily alienate communities it is supposed to protect would also clarify the rights of individuals vis-a-vis the power of government
Human Rights Summit: Lawyers go all out vs war on drugs
'The challenge now is to go beyond legalese, to realize the relevance of our profession at this point in our history,' says Human Rights Commissioner Roberto Cadiz
Lawyers to question before Supreme Court role of prosecutors in EJKs
The justice department's data shows that prosecutors have handled only 71 drug-related deaths out of the thousands who have been killed
Probe into 'nanlaban' cases just a fishing expedition – SolGen
Government lawyers also believe that families of drug war victims are not entitled to state protection
Lawyers do dirty groundwork to fight Duterte’s drug war
'There are only a few of us who do this. We are lawyers, we need to find ways to make the law more meaningful and closer to justice.'
The week in photos: October 21-27, 2017
This week's selection of photo highlights here and around the world
Was the PNP’s war on drugs illegal? Here’s why lawyers think so
The Free Legal Assistance Group asks the SC the opportunity to present oral arguments for the public to hear
Bautista impeachment, SWS, PDEA | Evening wRap
Watch the evening newscast with Chay Hofileña
Lawyers file petition to declare drug war circulars unconstitutional
The petitions of the human rights lawyers are the most comprehensive in terms of coverage when it comes to challenging the war on drugs
Trump says NFL insults about patriotism, not race
Trump wholeheartedly embraces the controversy, with his advisors suggesting it plays well with his largely white base.
No cause more worthy: Ka Pepe Diokno's fight for human rights
Statesman Jose 'Ka Pepe' Diokno is regarded as the father of human rights advocacy in the Philippines
