JC Gotinga
Press Freedom
Motorbike Assassins Shoot Dead Filipino Journalist in ‘Brazen’ Drive-By Ambush
The murder took place in the capital Manila, an especially bold act even in a country that ranks seventh most dangerous in the world for journalists.
JC Gotinga
10.5.22
Politics
Former Prime Minister in Prison for the World’s ‘Largest Kleptocracy Case’
Former Malaysian leader Najib Razak went straight to prison after the Federal Court affirmed him guilty of embezzling $10 million.
JC Gotinga
8.24.22
conspiracy theorists
Germany’s ‘Biggest QAnon Mouthpiece’ Arrested in the Philippines
Oliver Janich, who has 150,000 Telegram subscribers, was arrested over an outstanding arrest warrant in Germany for inciting violence against politicians.
Tim Hume
JC Gotinga
8.18.22
sexual abuse
Sara Duterte Orders Probe Into Alleged Abuses in Boarding Arts School
The Philippines’ vice president has enlisted the National Bureau of Investigation to look into the alleged abuse of children over decades at the school.
JC Gotinga
7.12.22
Child Abuse
Philippine Arts High School Downplays Abuse Allegations Amid Accountability Calls
Faculty at the boarding school insist abuse survivors must file formal complaints to set off investigations, even as calls for justice grow louder.
JC Gotinga
7.6.22
sex abuse
Calls for Justice as Rampant Abuse Exposed at Philippine Arts High School
Following VICE World News’ exclusive report on alleged abuses at the Philippine High School for the Arts, students and lawmakers alike are demanding accountability.
JC Gotinga
6.29.22
sexual abuse
At an Isolated Boarding School, a Culture of Sexual Abuse Thrived for Decades
Philippine High School for the Arts students told VICE World News of an entrenched culture of sexual, physical and emotional abuse impacting generations of children.
JC Gotinga
6.28.22
Mass Shootings
Biden Wants to Take a Page From New Zealand’s Success on Gun Reform
Praising Jacinda Ardern’s “galvanizing action” following mass shootings, Biden sought insight into her country’s approach to gun reform as they met this week.
JC Gotinga
6.1.22
Politics
Marcos Jr Is the New Philippines President. VP Sara Duterte May Be His Biggest Threat.
The country’s two most powerful families teamed up to take the top leadership posts. How long will their political ambitions allow them to work together?
JC Gotinga
5.27.22
Politics
Cambodia’s Strongman Ruler Has Just Declared He Has a New Birthday
Hun Sen pointed to the recent passing of his older brother as he announced he would be legally changing his date of birth.
JC Gotinga
5.18.22
Politics
Despair, Disbelief in the Philippines as Dictator’s Son Nears Presidency
Many fear for the country's future, as early results indicate the return to power of a family responsible for one of the Philippines' darkest periods.
JC Gotinga
5.10.22
Politics
A Dictator’s Son Faked His Family History. Now He Could Win the Presidency.
36 years since the Philippines ousted the dictator Ferdinand Marcos, his son and namesake is leading the race to become president.
Natashya Gutierrez
JC Gotinga
5.5.22
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