Journalism Review Archives | Page 96 of 173 | CMFR
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Media and the Butig Siege: Covering the Unfolding Crisis
CHEERS TO the media organizations that provided more than the usual combat information in their reporting of the recent attack of the terrorist Maute group. Violence struck on... Read more
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Drug Probe or Locker Room Chatter?: Calling Out Lewd, Unnecessary Questioning
CHEERS TO Rappler and the Philippine Daily Inquirer for calling out members of the House of Representatives who posed lewd and unnecessary questions to Ronnie Dayan, Sen. Leila... Read more
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Marcos Burial: Caught Off-guard, Media Catches Up with History
A burial is usually held on schedule, following prescribed funeral rites and rituals. It is publicly announced to allow those who wish to be present on the occasion. But... Read more
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Fishing in Panatag: No More Bullies
CHEERS TO some media organizations for keeping tabs on the situation of Filipino fisherfolk in the Scarborough Shoal (locally called Panatag Shoal), following the reported withdrawal of Chinese fishing... Read more
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On Point: Media’s Quick and Intelligent Response to Duterte’s Writ Idea
CITING THE country’s problem with illegal drugs and rebellion in Mindanao, President Rodrigo Duterte said he may consider suspending the privilege of the writ of habeas corpus. Speaking during... Read more
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On Espinosa Killing: Media’s Investigative Skills Yield Critical Findings
MANY VICTIMS killed in the bloody war on drugs have raised questions about the conduct of police operations. In its fourth month, more Filipinos are wondering whether the... Read more
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Marcos Burial: Sidestepping Legal Issues, Ignoring Implications
WITH A vote of 9-5, the Supreme Court has allowed the burial of the late strongman Ferdinand Marcos in the Libingan ng mga Bayani. The ruling came as... Read more
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Free from Fact: Reuters Checks Duterte’s Figures on Drugs
WHEN President Rodrigo Duterte launched his “war on drugs,” local and international media chronicled the events that were unfolding with daily reports. In July, CMFR noted the superficial... Read more
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Lessons Learned: ‘Lawin’ and Improved Disaster Coverage
LAWIN (International name: Haima) was not only the 12th typhoon to hit the country this year — it was also reported to be as powerful as Yolanda (Haiyan)... Read more