Journalism Review Archives | Page 24 of 159

From the Newsrooms: Maharlika signed in time for SONA; ICC proceeds with probe

IT WAS a busy week for President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. Obviously celebrating the signing into law of the Maharlika investment fund last July 18, BBM gathered Cabinet, Palace and other high officials of the administration in full ceremony for the signing, which was livestreamed.

Unsure about winning ‘drug war’? Media give law enforcement free pass

JEERS TO the media’s lack of comprehensive follow-up on the drug war under the Marcos administration. As president-elect, Marcos assured focus on prevention and rehabilitation in continuing his predecessor’s crackdown on drugs.

From The Newsrooms: PH allies affirm arbitration ruling; Water supply still short

A LOW pressure area and southwest monsoons this week poured rain onto depleted Ipo and Angat dams. Maynilad, a water concessionaire that depends on the two reservoirs for its supply announced on July 16 the suspension of scheduled water interruptions indefinitely.

Reports highlight better tourism services amid slogan mess

CHEERS TO BusinessWorld and Philippine Daily Inquirer for their reports that broadened the discussion about tourism, breaking away from the fiasco of the Department of Tourism’s (DOT) latest campaign, “Love the Philippines.”

Rappler presents rising sea levels through community lens

CHEERS TO Rappler’s in-depth report on the island municipality of Isla Pamarawan in Malolos, Bulacan which has been sinking due to rising sea levels.

Philstar.com tackles inadequacies in climate education

CHEERS TO Philstar.com’s special report that explored the challenges faced by teachers and students in discussing climate change. The first part was published on July 2; the second on July 9.

De Lima’s prolonged detention: Guilty until proven innocent?

CHEERS TO some print and online media for expanding their reports on former senator Leila de Lima’s detention. The reports pointed out the “arbitrariness” of her prolonged incarceration, which violated her rights as an accused.

From the Newsrooms: El Niño looms large as government worries about getting tourists

NEWSROOMS JOINED the furor on social media over the lackluster slogan to promote Philippine tourism. Extended coverage included criticism of the high price of the PR campaign and reflected the deepening public dismay when a promotional video was found to have included stock footage of tourism destinations in other countries.

The brave vs the brazen: Journalists shut down Gadon’s antics

CHEERS TO some media organizations for their reports on Larry Gadon that provided immediate context, fact-checked his statements, and reviewed the controversies and criticism he has faced.

Pride Month: Impressive media focus on SOGIESC Equality bill

CHEERS TO some media for marking LGBTQ+ Pride Month with critical and informative coverage. These news organizations kept the LGBTQ+ community and its rights on the agenda, with reports on the SOGIESC Equality Bill and the future of LGBTQ+ rights in the Philippines.