New executive director for Caritas Philippines hopes for stronger human rights
Posted in Asia NEWS The Philippines

New executive director for Caritas Philippines hopes for stronger human rights

MANILA (LiCAS News): On June 2, Caritas Philippines announced the appointment of Father Carmelo “Tito”…

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A government earns respect when it upholds the human rights of all
Posted in Commentary Cullen's Corner Features | Commentary

A government earns respect when it upholds the human rights of all

In the Philippines, out of a population of about 110 million, there are 20 million…

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Exhibition pushes for homeless-friendly policies
Posted in Asia Hong Kong NEWS

Exhibition pushes for homeless-friendly policies

HONG KONG (SE): According to the statistics from the Social Welfare Department, there are currently…

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Surrogacy makes human life a commodity, say global ban advocates
Posted in Commentary Features | Commentary

Surrogacy makes human life a commodity, say global ban advocates

ROME (CNS): A broad cultural shift is needed to recognise surrogacy is not a “right”…

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Asia’s poor will grow poorer if Red Sea standoff continues
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Asia’s poor will grow poorer if Red Sea standoff continues

Ben Joseph, UCAN With the ongoing standoff in the Red Sea and the disruption affecting…

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Pope asks Davos leaders why world is still plagued by poverty
Posted in International NEWS The Pope

Pope asks Davos leaders why world is still plagued by poverty

VATICAN (CNS): Nations and businesses must work together to promote ethically sound models of globalisation,…

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Caritas Philippines says stop trying to change Constitution and focus on basic social services
Posted in Asia NEWS The Philippines

Caritas Philippines says stop trying to change Constitution and focus on basic social services

MANILA (UCAN): “Any attempt to alter the Constitution, especially when shrouded in secrecy and lacking…

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