Manila Zoo, as it was once simply called, is a childhood memory for most of us, myself included. Little did I know, as I grew up to be an animal advocate, this will not be filed under “fondest childhood memories”.
It is neither the elephants being gentle giants nor their unique anatomy that make today worth the special mention, but this is to finally talk about the real elephant in the room – lack of compassion, for all.
The Jubilee has now opened so that all people may receive hope, the hope of the Gospel, the hope of love, and hope of forgiveness
Bishop Gerardo Alminaza of San Carlos, one of the areas impacted by the disaster, called for solidarity and tangible assistance for those forced to flee.
Worsening conditions for human rights defenders and activists in the country amid a regional trend of crackdowns and restrictive policies
“We are calling for a 25-year moratorium or suspension on the approval of any mining applications and mining expansions,” the bishops said.
To the leaders [and staff] of big businesses and industries, you are invited to take some time to actually speak with the communities