Veteran photojournalist Bullit Marquez shares with VERA Files images he has captured about happenings that matter to the Filipino people.
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Colorful Palm Sunday marks the concluding week of Lent
Monsignor Bobby Canlas said the blessing of palm fronds and olive branches is to remind devotees the need to have a “fresh” renewal of their faith. Photos and video by Bullit Marquez for VERA Files
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Prayers, candles and flowers for the departed
Many tried to beat the traffic by visiting their dead earlier or after Nov. 1.
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Hopes high again for De Lima’s freedom as 2 more witnesses recant
Supporters of former senator Leila de Lima’s freedom are hoping to see her out of detention soon after two more witnesses recanted Oct 16 saying they are “bothered by their conscience.” -Photos and video by Bullit Marquez for VERA Files
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Civilian groups to deliver Christmas gifts to soldiers in BRP Sierra Madre in Ayungin shoal
Members of several organizations concerned about China’s aggressive activities in West Philippine Sea are organizing a trip Christmas time to Ayungin Shoal where the rusting BRP Sierra Madre manned by Marine soldiers stands, asserting Philippine sovereignty in the waters also claimed by China.
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Protesters: Use confidential funds for social services
The protesters demanded that the confidential funds be channeled to social services instead. Photos by Bullit Marquez for VERA Files.
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51 years after Martial Law: Never too young to care
Rallies were held at places which were traditional venues for protest gatherings: Liwasang Bonifacio, Mendiola Bridge near Malacañan Palace in Manila and University of the Philippines in Quezon City.