A significant portion of Homonhon Island in Eastern Samar has lost its forest cover as mining companies continue to extract nickel, in this photo taken on Nov. 26, 2024. More than half of the island’s land area is covered by mining permits.
“When you cut a tree…you destroy the forest, the watershed that has been the source of livelihoods and other eco-services to the people and the community, definitely it will intensify climate impacts on the community.”
“They shouldn’t deprive us of the small five-meter space that the bike lanes already have.”
Since Duterte’s arrest on March 11, families of the victims seem to have been laughing more lately–in between tears. For them, Duterte’s arrest brought mixed emotions.
The Apayao River, flowing through the lush forests and mountainous terrain of Northern Luzon, is more than just a vital water source; it is the lifeblood of the Isnag, the Indigenous people of Apayao. For centuries, its waters have sustained their agriculture and way of life, fostering a profound connection between the land and its stewards.