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'Those in power have long abused the Filipino's resiliency'
'Our ability to withstand adversity should not preclude us from demanding accountability,' says Alanah Torralba, the head of a German foundation's climate justice projects in the Philippines and Indonesia
[OPINION] Outgrowing Yolanda
It was a slow and painful healing process, but we would not have it any other way
6 years after Yolanda, hundreds of families yet to rebuild houses
These families, from the villages of Pinamitinan and Malobago in the municipality of Marabut, Samar, are still in makeshift shelters in 'no-build zones'
[OPINION] Super Typhoon Yolanda is a man-made disaster
'While it is imperative to remain steadfast in holding government officials accountable, it is equally important to demand justice from those who brought about the climate emergency the entire world is facing today'
399 Typhoon Yolanda survivors avail of permanent shelters in Kalibo
Under the NHA Permanent Resettlement Program for Calamity Victims, beneficiaries will be provided with developed lots and decent shelters at no cost
Young survivors capture life in Tacloban 5 years after Yolanda
Five years after Super Typhoon Yolanda, we can see stories of recovery through the lens of survivors
The week in photos: November 3-9, 2018
This week's selection of photo highlights here and around the world
Don't use sky lanterns during Yolanda commemoration – Greenpeace
To remember Yolanda with environmental hazards like sky lanterns is 'an act of mindlessness towards nature,' say the Eco Warriors
Philippines marks 5 years since Super Typhoon Yolanda
In Tacloban, the worst-hit city, residents paint gravestones, lay flowers, and light candles at a cemetery in memory of the typhoon dead
[OPINION] Yolanda survivors have not forgotten
Some may have forgotten the monstrous Yolanda, the failure of the government, and the unscrupulous corruption of public officials. But we have not.
[OPINION] Remembering Yolanda
On the 5th anniversary of Super Typhoon Yolanda, we remember the countless people whose lives were changed forever
5 years after Yolanda, 23% of houses for survivors occupied
Almost half of the 205,128 permanent housing units needed in Yolanda-stricken areas have been built, says Malacañang
IN PHOTOS: Tacloban 5 years after Typhoon Yolanda
For those who survived the storm, the intervening years have been filled with painful steps forward, but also, a determination to not give up despite overwhelming challenges
Covering disasters: Expert tells media not to focus on death toll
Mahar Lagmay, who heads UP's Nationwide Operational Assessment of Hazards project, says the media should also report on other forms of losses during disasters. Media organizations do.
Greenpeace ship Rainbow Warrior arrives in Tacloban
Yolanda survivor Joana Sustento says the arrival of Rainbow Warrior to her city will give Yolanda survivors a chance to share their stories to the world and help in the fight against climate change
IN PHOTOS: Greenpeace ship Rainbow Warrior visits Manila
'The message of the Rainbow Warrior's visit here in the Philippines is to highlight the issue of climate justice,' says Naderev Saño, executive director of Greenpeace Southeast Asia
NDRRMC probes high death toll from tropical storm Vinta
Tropical storm Vinta kills at least 200. It's an unusually high number that has not been seen since the calamitous Super Typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan), when the government doubled down on disaster preparedness.
PH's lessons from disasters: #ZeroCasualty possible through social action
This speech, delivered in November at the 2017 World Bosai Forum in Japan, is made timely by the rising death toll from Tropical Storm Vinta (Tembin)
From Yolanda to Marawi: What gov't must consider in rehabilitation
Environmental planners discuss what went wrong in the post-Yolanda rehabilitation which can be avoided in the rebuilding of war-torn Marawi City
Super Typhoon Yolanda survivors look back 4 years later
On the 4th anniversary of Super Typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan), survivors remember what they went through and how it changed them
#ThewRap: Things you need to know, November 8, 2017
Hello! Here's a roundup of news you need to know this Wednesday.
Malacañang calls for unity, strength 4 years after Yolanda
The government says it continues to learn lessons from the tragedy as it works to fast-track rehabilitation of Yolanda-affected areas
Super Typhoon Yolanda: Malacañang declares holiday on Nov 8 for Tacloban
The non-working holiday is to allow Tacloban residents to commemorate Super Typhoon Yolanda after 4 years
Help for the helpers: Mental health support for Yolanda's first responders
In the clamor for mental health support during natural calamities, most of the attention is focused on the victims, but those who provide relief response also need help
Techie aid workers to share lessons from Yolanda
A book that honors Filipino aid workers who pioneered technological innovations in disaster response in the aftermath of Yolanda will be launched on November 9 at De La Salle University
NHA: Contractor behind 'substandard' housing can't bid for Yolanda projects
JC Tayag Builders is accused of constructing substandard houses for survivors of Super Typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan)
Only 13% of homes allotted for Yolanda survivors are occupied – NHA
Out of 78,291 houses completed, only 26,256 are occupied; the NHA still needs to build around 119,000 homes to reach its target
#ThewRap: Things you need to know, November 7, 2017
Hi! Here's a roundup of the news you need to know this Tuesday.
Malacañang on 4th Yolanda anniversary: Rehab delays unacceptable
President Duterte also promises those responsible for 'subhuman housing' will be prosecuted, says his spokesman
4 years after Yolanda, trauma still haunts typhoon victims
Victims of natural disasters are vulnerable to trauma, as well as mental problems such as stress disorders, depression and general anxiety
Ombudsman fines ex-Daanbantayan mayor over Yolanda aid distribution
Former Daanbantayan, Cebu mayor Augusto Corro initially disqualified residents of a 'no-build zone' from receiving financial aid, but it is later found that their area is not considered a danger zone
House panel members eye cases vs Yolanda rehab contractor
The House panel will invite former officials of the National Housing Authority to explain what happened in the province of Eastern Samar
Lawmakers told: Substandard materials used in post-Yolanda housing
A House committee looks into the progress – or lack thereof – of housing projects for Super Typhoon Yolanda Haiyan survivors
The Philippines’ top 10 Twitter hashtags in the last 10 years
From love teams to current events these are the hashtags that connected Filipinos online in the past decade
Duterte creates task force to speed up Yolanda rehab
The task force headed by Cabinet Secretary Leoncio Evasco Jr is designed to improve coordination between government agencies implementing Yolanda projects
Making maps useful for addressing disasters and climate change
In a time when people are increasingly exposed to the factors of disaster and climate change I believe that usable maps can help people make a difference
Bring disaster preparedness down to communities – DILG exec
DILG undersecretary Austere Panadero says it is crucial to bring preparation down to the community and family levels
FAST FACTS: Leyte and natural disasters
Leyte province has had its share of natural disasters over the years
Billboard suitor Xian Gaza: CEO or scammer?
Erich Gonzales billboard suitor says he is the CEO of the mysterious Guanxiqian Group
How the Duterte administration is fast-tracking Yolanda recovery
President Duterte has criticized the past government for the slow rehab of Eastern Visayas What happens when he tells agencies he is getting impatient?
Yolanda Museum to rise in Tacloban 4 years after deadly typhoon
Part of the Tacloban Astrodome which provided refuge to residents during the onslaught of Haiyan in 2013 will be turned into a museum in Leyte s capital
College students affected by Yolanda to get P5,000-educational aid
More than 100 000 students stand to benefit from the program funded by the 2016 budget of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Fund
3 challenges Año will face as DILG chief
The military general will oversee Yolanda recovery efforts the community based war on drugs and the campaign for federalism among local governments
WATCH: Duterte commissions Red Cross humanitarian ship
M V Amazing Grace can complement government forces in providing immediate relief assistance during emergency and crisis situations says President Rodrigo Duterte
Balikatan brings school buildings, hope to remote Leyte villages
Barangays Margen and Don Carlos Revilla in Ormoc City are the latest recipients of new classrooms built under this year s PH US military exercises
Philippine Red Cross raises P37-M as it celebrates its 70th anniversary
On May 13 the humanitarian group will stage the 4th Million Volunteer Run across the country completing its extensive network of one million volunteers
Cave developed as evacuation site in Samar
Local officials with the help of non governmental organizations turn Marabut town s biggest cave into an emergency shelter in times of disaster
Leyte tells the world to #BreakFree from fossil fuels
Break Free 2017 a series of peaceful community mobilizations across the Philippines contributing to global actions against fossil fuels culminate in Yolanda hit Leyte
Samar island town trains residents on disaster preparedness
Learning from its experience during Super Typhoon Yolanda the town of Sto Nino now wants its residents prepared for the next big disaster
Duterte: 200,000 Yolanda victims to get free housing
The decision to award free housing to 205 000 beneficiaries is reached in a National Housing Authority board meeting chaired by President Rodrigo Duterte
