Charles Kojo Vandyck of the West Africa Civil Society Institute calls on CSOs to grant young people greater decision-making authority and board representation opportunities.

The main opposition People Power Party (PPP) in South Korea has announced the suspension of membership rights for four of its lawmakers following a decision by its ethics committee.

Dawn Butler discusses the upcoming rule change empowering communities to combat the proliferation of betting shops on high streets, highlighting the social problems they cause.

Ten South Korean People Power Party lawmakers, led by Rep. Ahn Cheol-soo, have proposed a two-year extension of a tax deferral scheme for venture business shareholders who reinvest capital gains.

Kim Jae-won, a member of South Korea's main opposition People Power Party, has been cleared of defamation accusations filed by Kim Hong-gul, son of late President Kim Dae-jung, over remarks about the use of Nobel Prize money.

South Korea's ruling Democratic Party and the main opposition People Power Party have reached a bipartisan agreement on the framework for a bill to establish a special counsel to investigate the June 3 local election.

South Korea's People Power Party criticized the ruling Democratic Party of Korea following Justice Minister Jung Sung-ho's resignation offer, labeling it the beginning of the Lee Jae Myung administration's 'lame duck phase.'

South Korea's main opposition People Power Party has accused the government of operating trading chat rooms involving leveraged single-stock exchange-traded funds, alleging it fuels speculative investing.

Kweon Seong-dong, a five-term lawmaker from the People Power Party, has been stripped of his National Assembly seat after the Supreme Court upheld his two-year jail term in a bribery scandal linked to the Unification Church.

A fact-check report clarifies that the June 30 and July 1 rallies held by Iglesia ni Cristo around the EDSA People Power Monument drew thousands of participants, not millions, according to police data.

South Korea's National Assembly is expected to elect 11 lawmakers from the ruling Democratic Party of Korea as chairs of standing committees, following the collapse of negotiations and a boycott by the main opposition People Power Party.

Thousands are expected to join the 'White Ribbon March' at the People Power Monument tomorrow, as religious and civil society groups continue to demand accountability amid corruption scandals in the Philippines.

South Korea's main opposition People Power Party is increasing pressure on Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back, calling for his dismissal as two public petitions opposing his reform drive gain traction in the National Assembly.

Ihn Yohan, a former lawmaker from the main opposition People Power Party, has been named the new chief of the Korean Red Cross after a vote by the organization's central committee, and will serve a three-year term.

Investigators have sought arrest warrants for three former senior officials of the Shincheonji Church of Jesus. They are suspected of forcing church members to join the main opposition People Power Party (PPP) ahead of elections.

A lawmaker from South Korea's main opposition People Power Party criticized President Lee Jae Myung, accusing him of being 'subservient' to Iran following remarks Lee made regarding the country.

Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon's reelection secured a crucial victory for the main opposition People Power Party in Wednesday's local elections, though the results also highlighted the limitations of its support in the capital.

An article re-situates the concept of 'People Power,' arguing that it extends beyond large-scale events like EDSA and is fundamentally about speaking truth and fighting for it against those in power.

An article suggests that empowering individuals could be a key strategy to address and resolve the ongoing issues plaguing America's power grid infrastructure.

National Assembly Speaker Rep. Woo Won-shik suspended the process to amend the Constitution, citing an expected persistent deadlock with the main opposition People Power Party (PPP), which he criticized.

South Korea's political parties are intensifying their campaigns as local and parliamentary by-elections, crucial for the ruling Democratic Party and the main opposition People Power Party, are less than a month away on June 3.

South Korean National Assembly Speaker Woo Won-shik has called on the main opposition People Power Party to abandon its stance against a constitutional revision bill, warning of the party's responsibility if they refuse. He made the appeal during a news conference.

The main conservative opposition People Power Party's chair, Rep. Jang Dong-hyeok, stated that aligning with the US Republican Party is crucial for the South Korea-US alliance.

Rep. Bae Hyun-jin of the main opposition People Power Party criticized the South Korean government for its blanket approval of civilian requests to contact North Korean residents, following the scrapping of a previous screening guideline.

A Seoul court dismissed an injunction request filed by Rep. Joo Ho-young against the People Power Party's decision to exclude him from the nomination for Daegu mayor in the upcoming local elections.

A special counsel has raided the home and office of a People Power Party (PPP) lawmaker in South Korea in connection with the relocation of the presidential residence.

The Seoul mayor has once again postponed the registration of People Power Party (PPP) candidates for the upcoming local elections, causing further delays in the electoral process.

South Korea’s main opposition People Power Party formally moved to distance itself from disgraced former President Yoon Suk Yeol on Monday, adopting a resolution apologizing for his actions, though doubts and criticism persist.

South Korea's People Power Party (PPP) has adopted a resolution to oppose any political comeback by former President Yoon Suk-yeol.

Community-led conservation efforts in Kerala, India, are successfully saving Olive Ridley turtles, highlighting local involvement in marine turtle protection.

The hour of reckoning for Duterte's war on drugs and for the state of Philippine democracy

Vice President Sara Duterte said that “to stand firm in the face of threats, harassment” is the true spirit of EDSA people power following the commemoration of its 40th anniversary last Wednesday.

CALAPAN CITY, ORIENTAL MINDORO, Philippines — Forty years after millions of Filipinos gathered along Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (Edsa) in a historic show of peaceful resistance, a Catholic college

'It is disheartening when we struggle to find the right leaders who will truly fortify our democratic institutions... but we should not give up the dream of EDSA,' Cardinal David says

Families of victims of the Duterte administration’s deadly campaign against illegal drugs were among those who participated in yesterday’s commemoration of the 40th anniversary of the EDSA people power revolution.

The two veteran music acts return to EDSA to continue the fight for democracy that they took part in 40 years ago

The Philippines continues to grapple with the unfinished reforms stemming from the EDSA People Power Revolution.

Sara D in 2028? People Power is my President.

As of writing, several groups have been marching from the EDSA shrine to the People Power Monument for the third part of the Trillion Peso March organized by the Trillion Peso March Movement and Caritas Philippines.

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Tuesday said it was expecting groups with “opposing views,” stressing that public safety was its “primary responsibility” at protest actio

MANILA, Philippines — Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla on Tuesday said the police will exercise “maximum tolerance” for rallies without permits ahead of the 40th anniversary of the Edsa People Power

The main opposition People Power Party is grappling with an internal struggle regarding its stance on former President Yoon Suk Yeol, revealing a growing divide among party leaders.

Two separate programs, the EDSA40 rally and the Trillion Peso March, are scheduled to take place along EDSA to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the people power revolution.

Forty years after the EDSA People Power Revolution, we find ourselves where we ought not to be

The People Power Anniversary, now a special working holiday, could become a regular holiday under a newly filed House bill.

A report revisits the EDSA Shrine, highlighting its origins as an empty lot where Catholic faithful, including nuns and youth, gathered to help topple a dictator during the 1986 People Power Revolution.

The former Radio Veritas transmitter site in Malolos, Philippines, is highlighted as a powerful reminder of its crucial role in the 1986 Edsa People Power Revolution, 40 years later.

Rappler reporters revisit significant locations to commemorate 40 years of the People Power uprising, reflecting on its lessons and unfulfilled promises.

The Philippines commemorates the 40th anniversary of the People Power Revolution, revisiting the events of the 1986 uprising along EDSA.

Forty years later, Rappler reporter Patrick Cruz visits the Radio Veritas Transmitter Station in Malolos, Bulacan, which the Marcos regime tried to silence during the uprising

An article reflects on the historical sacrifices of the Philippines, including a raid, the Catholic Church's role, and the EDSA People Power Revolution, emphasizing the importance of learning from the past for collective healing.

The opposition's victory in the Osun polls has been seen as a resurgence of people power, significantly raising the stakes for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 elections. The outcome reflects shifting political dynamics in the region.

South Korea's main opposition People Power Party is calling for the dismissal of Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back after he shared a personal motto attributed to Mao Zedong, with the floor leader calling his remarks 'bizarre' and an 'insult to the military'.

The leader of South Korea's People Power Party, Rep. Jang Dong-hyeok, criticized President Lee Jae Myung, questioning his fitness for office after Lee admitted he had not read the revised Criminal Procedure Act.

Rep. Jeong Jeom-sig, whip of the People Power Party, criticized the Lee Jae Myung administration's recent property tax revision, labeling it a 'tax bomb' designed to penalize homeowners.

South Korean lawmakers, led by People Power Party Rep. Ahn Cheol-soo, have proposed a bill revision that would exempt investors from certain taxes if they sell shares without making a profit.

South Korea's main opposition People Power Party confirmed seven of its lawmakers as chairs of standing committees, signaling a move to normalize parliamentary operations after nearly two months of boycott. Most of those selected will chair committees for the next two years.

The main opposition People Power Party in South Korea has launched a filibuster to block a proposed bill that would extend a special counsel investigation into former President Yoon Suk Yeol and his wife.

Independent Rep. Han Dong-hoon on Thursday rejected People Power Party Rep. Ahn Cheol-soo’s court testimony that he had called People Power Party lawmakers to the party headquarters, not the National…

Members of the religious sect Iglesia ni Cristo gathered at the EDSA People Power Monument in Quezon City to protest the potential indictment and arrest of INC member Senator Rodante Marcoleta for plunder.

Rep. Jang Dong-hyeok, chair of South Korea's right-wing People Power Party, is facing mounting calls for resignation following the party's defeats in June's local elections. Jang has refused to step down, hinting at disciplinary action against critics.

Pussy Riot member Maria Alyokhina, who recently visited the 'Platon. People Power' exhibition in Vienna, discussed her new book 'Political Girl,' her 17 months in a Russian penal colony, her ongoing struggle, and her hopes for the future.

A growing rift within the People Power Party's leadership in South Korea is evident as two top officials clash repeatedly over post-election strategy and their assessment of the conservative party’s performance in the June 3 local elections.

An aide to South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has suggested imposing increased taxes on homeowners to curb the overheating housing market. This proposal has drawn criticism from the opposition People Power Party, which called for accountability.

Campaigners in Clare are expressing delight after the county adopted a variation of its County Development Plan. Activists believe that 'people power can bring about real change' following the decision.

Rep. Jang Dong-hyeok, leader of South Korea's main opposition People Power Party, has intensified calls for a new election and the abolition of early voting, citing a ballot shortage incident and public protests.

People Power Party candidate Choo Kyung-ho was slightly ahead in the race in the conservative stronghold of Daegu, according to exit polls.

The June 3 election race in South Korea is intensifying, with opinion polls indicating closer-than-expected contests in several crucial battlegrounds eyed by both the ruling Democratic Party of Korea and the main opposition People Power Party.

A People Power Party lawmaker accused South Korean President Lee Jae Myung's office of unfairly pressuring US news outlet Bloomberg regarding its reports on Seoul's controversial "citizen dividend" proposal.

South Korea's main opposition People Power Party boycotted a National Assembly plenary session where a motion to amend the Constitution was tabled, with 106 lawmakers refusing to attend.

South Korea's People Power Party (PPP) has criticized the Democratic Party's (DP) special counsel bill, specifically over concerns regarding its indictment-canceling powers.

South Korea's People Power Party (PPP) has nominated three-term lawmaker Choo as its candidate for the Daegu mayoral election.

South Korea's People Power Party (PPP) has officially nominated incumbent Oh Se-hoon as its candidate for the Seoul mayoral election.

South Korea's People Power Party (PPP) has chosen incumbent Mayor Park as its candidate for the Busan mayoral election.

A South Korean court has rejected an injunction request filed by a People Power Party (PPP) lawmaker concerning a party decision related to a mayoral race.

The main opposition People Power Party on Sunday extended its deadline yet again for candidate registration for June's Seoul mayoral race, in an apparent bid to woo incumbent conservative Mayor Oh Se-hoon. According to the People Power Party, it will prop open the door longer to the registration for its Seoul mayoral candidate nomination on Monday, accepting registrations on Tuesday before an interview of candidates Wednesday. The announcement is to mark a third time that the party is extending

Rep. Joo Jin-woo of South Korea's People Power Party, a Busan mayoral hopeful, has requested an investigation into a potential Democratic Party of Korea candidate, accusing him of violating the Political Funds Act during a recent gathering of supporters.

S. Korea shuts 153 schools over five years 5년간 153개교 폐교한 대한민국 A total of 153 schools were consolidated or closed across South Korea between 2021 and 2025 as the nation’s school-age population continues to shrink, according to data from the Ministry of Education obtained by Rep. Park Sung-hoon of the People Power Party. 학령인구 감소가 지속되면서 2021년부터 2025년까지 전국에서 총 153개 학교가 통폐합되거나 폐교된 것으로 나타났다. 이는 대한민국 교육부 자료를 박성훈 국민의힘 의원이 확보해 공개한 내용이다. Of the schools closed, 120 were elementary schools, 24 were middle s

Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon of the People Power Party has dropped his bid for re-election in the upcoming June 3 local elections, effectively stepping back from the mayoral race.

The Green Party achieved victory in the Gorton and Denton local elections, attributed to 'people power' by The Observer.

Various militant groups who participated in a rally marking the 40th year of the Edsa People Power Revolution demanded the release of two activists arrested by police for alleged assault, resistance, and disobedience.

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) defended the arrest of two protesters following a clash with authorities during the 40th anniversary of the 1986 Edsa People Power Revolution

Lingayen-Dagupan Archbishop Socrates Villegas delivers a homily during a Mass commemorating the 40th anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution

More than a hundred young activists in Baguio City staged a protest rally to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Edsa People Power revolution, asserting that Martial Law should never happen again.

MANILA, Philippines — The 40th Epifanio delos Santos (Edsa) People Power Revolution Anniversary is a time for self-reflection amid the current issues being faced in the country, Kiko Aquino-Dee said on Wednesday. Aquino-Dee, co-convenor of the Trillion Peso March Movement (TPMM), urged Filipinos to ponder the current state of the country compared to the Martial

BAGUIO CITY — The municipal government of Lamut in Ifugao province suspended work in its offices and classes in both public and private schools on Wednesday in observance of the Edsa People Power anni

Naga City has passed an ordinance to institutionalize its historic defiance of political dynasties, marking the People Power anniversary as 'Anti-Political Dynasty Day'.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is open to studying a proposal to declare February 25, the anniversary of the Edsa People Power Revolution, a national holiday.

Forty years later, the seeds that our elders planted haven’t fully blossomed. It’s not too late to nurture them.

TAGBILARAN CITY — Holy Name University (HNU) has opted to suspend work and classes on Wednesday, February 25, to mark the 40th anniversary of Edsa People Power revolution. HNU announced that all offic

MANILA, Philippines — In line with the commemoration of the 40th anniversary of the Epifanio Delos Santos Avenue (Edsa) People Power Revolution, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) on Tuesday reminded employees that the “no work, no pay” principle will be implemented on that day. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has declared February 25

With no middle ground reached, the two groups will mount separate rallies. If they can't unite on this, how can they unite on bigger battles, such as the 2028 polls?

MABALACAT CITY, Pampanga — The local government of Capas, Tarlac, will suspend work and classes at all levels on February 25 to mark the 40th anniversary of the Edsa People Power Revolution that toppl

On February 25, 1986, Cory Aquino's inauguration in Club Filipino marked the end of Ferdinand Marcos' dictatorship

A third-generation Aquino talks about the legacy and baggage of the 1986 EDSA revolution, and what hope it still offers Filipinos

Divine Word College of Calapan in Oriental Mindoro has announced the suspension of classes on February 25 to observe the 40th anniversary of the 1986 People Power Revolution.

Anti-corruption networks are shifting their focus to citizen-led inspections of public infrastructure, framing this approach as a 'new people power' to combat corruption.

The Carmelite Monastery of Cebu played a crucial role in 1986 by safeguarding Cory Aquino from a dictator during the People Power Revolution.

Forty years since student movements helped reinforce the bloodless revolt that toppled a dictator, Rappler researcher Shay Du visited Silliman University’s Catacombs, where the spirit of resistance continues to thrive

Income earned by single-person media creators such as YouTubers in South Korea has risen by more than 25 per cent over the past four years, surpassing 70 million won (US$49,000) annually on average, while the top 1 per cent made nearly 1.3 billion won each, highlighting stark income polarisation, data showed on Monday. According to Park Sung-hoon of the main opposition People Power Party, YouTubers reported combined earnings of 2.47 trillion won – averaging around 71 million won per person – in...

An obscure military raid on a novitiate is identified as a pivotal event that drew the Church into the 1986 EDSA People Power Revolution, shaping its leadership in the democratization movement.

South Korea’s election watchdog has rejected petitions filed by the main opposition People Power Party (PPP) seeking to invalidate the results of the Seoul and Busan mayoral elections and several other local races.

Main opposition People Power Party Rep. Ahn Cheol-soo has called for discussions on deploying tactical nuclear weapons in South Korea. He stated that the threat posed by North Korea has fundamentally changed, necessitating such a measure to 'instill fear' in Kim Jong-un.

Rep. Suh Bum-soo of the main opposition People Power Party apologized for comments he made telling a fellow lawmaker to perform a roundhouse kick ahead of a debate, which was to be attended by a woman who was a victim of a similar assault.

South Korea's main opposition People Power Party defended its leader, Rep. Jang Dong-hyeok, against criticism regarding the cost of his trip to the US, stating the visit was conducted on a smaller budget than previous party leaders.

Rep. Ahn Cheol-soo of the main opposition People Power Party accused President Lee Jae Myung of using irregular real estate trading methods, likening him to an invasive species.

The National Assembly in South Korea is preparing for a filibuster by the main opposition People Power Party at Monday's plenary session, following weeks of parliamentary paralysis.

The 22nd National Assembly of South Korea is scheduled to reconvene on Monday for a special session, despite a boycott by the People Power Party (PPP).

A rally involving at least 7,000 people gathered near the People Power Monument on June 30, leading to the closure of parts of EDSA in Quezon City and Mandaluyong, and causing significant traffic disruptions.

Three veteran lawmakers from South Korea's main opposition People Power Party have been booked on charges of obstructing the execution of an arrest warrant for former President Yoon Suk Yeol in 2025.

The Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines has publicly endorsed the upcoming 'Trillion Peso March' rally scheduled for this Sunday at the EDSA People Power Monument, continuing a series of protests.

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines expressed support for the White Ribbon March scheduled on June 28 at the EDSA People Power Monument, describing it as a call for truth and accountability.

Several religious groups and civil society organizations in the Philippines are planning an anti-corruption rally, dubbed the 'White Ribbon March,' at the Edsa People Power Monument on June 28 to demand accountability.

Three-term lawmaker Jeong Jeom-sig was elected as the main opposition People Power Party's floor leader in South Korea. He won a three-way race against Rep. Kim Do-eup and Rep. Sung Il-jong.

South Korea's main opposition People Power Party is experiencing internal tension and calls for leadership change following Wednesday's local elections, with pressure mounting on Chair Rep. Jang Dong-hyeok to take responsibility.

The main opposition People Power Party is keeping the pressure on President Lee Jae Myung and the ruling bloc, slamming the president for showing his marked ballot paper in public.

Former President Park Geun-hye has stepped up her campaign appearances, calling on voters in the Chungcheong region to support People Power Party candidates ahead of the June 3 local elections.

Conservatives are heading towards a split-vote showdown in a crucial Busan by-election in South Korea, as the People Power Party's nomination of a former veterans minister has effectively created a three-way contest, diminishing chances of unity.

The Philippine National Police (PNP) stated there is no validated information regarding a looming 'military-backed People Power' movement, though the force remains on a high level of alert.

An appeals court in South Korea dismissed an injunction request by a six-term lawmaker, upholding a lower court's decision to exclude him from the main opposition People Power Party's nomination for Daegu mayor.

The ongoing Middle East conflict is highlighting the vulnerability of oil-dependent nations to supply reductions. Filipinos are already experiencing the significant impact of this energy crisis on their daily lives.

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has called on the main opposition People Power Party to support a supplementary budget bill and constitutional revision.

An opinion piece suggests that Philippine progressives must undertake three main tasks by 2026 if they are serious about improving the country's political landscape.

Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon said Thursday he did not register for the main opposition People Power Party (PPP)'s candidacy for the June local elections within the extended deadline, expressing dissatisfaction with the party leadership's lack of effort to clearly sever ties with ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol. The fourth-term mayor did not submit his registration for the Seoul mayoral race by the deadline set by the PPP -- which had been extended from the original cutoff on Sunday -- citing concerns o

South Korea's conservative opposition People Power Party has issued a resolution apologizing for past martial law events, but is now facing criticism for the sincerity of its apology from rival parties and factions.

A total of 153 schools were consolidated or closed across South Korea between 2021 and 2025 as the nation’s school-age population continues to shrink, according to data from the Ministry of Education obtained by Rep. Park Sung-hoon of the People Power Party. Of the schools closed, 120 were elementary schools, 24 were middle schools and nine were high schools. The closures come as the number of students nationwide fell from 5,323,075 in 2021 to 5,015,310 last year, a drop of nearly 310,000. By re

A revision to the Framework Act on Youth has been drafted to ensure support for underprivileged youth in South Korea and to shed light on the forms of marginalization young people face. People Power Party Rep. Joo Jin-woo's recent revision bill aims to clarify the definition of who would be eligible for public support under the Framework Act on Youth. Under the revision, young people with obstacles in their pursuit of employment, education and welfare would be offered greater state support. Amon

A youth organization in Manila is calling for an independent investigation into the police handling of the 40th anniversary commemoration of the People Power uprising, following the arrest of two activists during a protest along Edsa.

Investigators raided the headquarters of South Korea's main opposition People Power Party over allegations of mass recruitment of followers of the Shincheonji Church of Jesus, a nonmainstream religious sect.

As the Philippines marks 40 years since the People Power Revolution, Malacañang has remained silent on the anniversary, though President Marcos is reportedly open to proposals to make February 25 a holiday.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr urged to dismantle system of political dynasties said to breed culture of corruption.

MANILA, Philippines — A prayer march began Wednesday morning at the Edsa Shrine as part of the commemoration of the 40th anniversary of the 1986 People Power Revolution. Participants first gathered at

A bill has been filed in the House of Representatives seeking to declare the Edsa People Power Revolution anniversary a regular nonworking holiday nationwide.

'If People Power demonstrated the importance of collective action, the present moment underscores the importance of critical engagement'

At the Bantayog ng mga Bayani, the values and ideals of the People Power Revolution are not just remembered. They are lived.

Forty years after the EDSA People Power Revolution, we return to the same avenue and ask the same question. Not

Nearly 3,000 police officers are being deployed in Cagayan de Oro and Iligan City for various rallies, noise barrages, and candle-lighting activities commemorating the People Power anniversary.

Rappler’s Iya Gozum revisits the gymnasium where the tally board of the 1986 snap elections remains displayed

Filipinos are marking the 40th anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution with various events and activities, focusing on themes like anti-corruption and historical remembrance.

Forty years later, Rappler's Tatiana Maligro revisits the country's financial district, where the building blocks of a peaceful People Power were built

A rally is scheduled to be held in Bacolod City to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Edsa People Power Revolution, organized by One Negros Ecumenical.

The Philippines is marking the 40th anniversary of the Edsa People Power Revolution with various activities, including calls for parishioners to join a march rally, class suspensions in schools and LGUs, and a proposed bill to declare February 25 a non-working holiday.

A concert organized by civil society groups in Quezon City launched commemorative activities for the upcoming 40th anniversary of the Edsa People Power Revolution.

Chants and songs against corruption filled the Quezon City Memorial Circle as artists and youth gathered for a concert marking the 40th anniversary of the 1986 Edsa People Power Revolution.

Advocacy groups are launching 'Bisto Proyekto,' a nationwide inspection of government infrastructure projects, ahead of the 40th EDSA People Power Anniversary.

Rappler editor-at-large Marites Vitug speaks with political scientist Aries Arugay to examine the legacy of the movement that toppled the Marcos dictatorship

South Korea's main opposition People Power Party faces a dilemma regarding its relationship with former President Yoon Suk Yeol.