Risa Hontiveros

Senator Risa Hontiveros has called on Manila Water to provide compensation to consumers affected by the water shortage in Metro Manila last week, saying the company's apology was not enough. "Dapat talaga may managot. ‘Wag tayong…

Before the Philippines finally exits from the International Criminal Court (ICC) this March 17, the Supreme Court (SC) was asked on Friday (March 15) to ask the government not to proceed from its withdrawal.

Senator Risa Hontiveros is saddened by the passing of comedian Chokoleit following a performance in Abra province. In the wake of his death, Hontiveros took to social media to remember the popular comedian and thank him for bringing joy and…

Senator Risa Hontiveros has encouraged voters to choose next set of government leaders who support the campaign against gender-based harassment and violence. “SHUN BASTOS CANDIDATES. Choose candidates who would not perpetuate sexist and…

The internet can be great for learning, connecting, and entertaining but also proves to be a dangerous place. In the wake of a creepy hoax challenge spreading on social media, Senator Risa Hontiveros has posted three tips on how to keep…

Be a he for she. Senator Risa Hontiveros is urging Filipino men to step forward and speak up for women. "Men can be feminists, too. One way is to fight for policies that uplift the lives of women like expanded maternity leave, safe spaces…

Actor and proud daddy Dingdong Dantes has lauded the signing of the 105-day Expanded Maternity Leave Law, authored by Senator Risa Hontiveros. Dantes made a brief appearance on a video of Hontiveros lauding the measure that also…

The online feud between two politikos still rages on. Davao City Sara Duterte Carpio hit back at Senator Risa Hontiveros for claiming her attacks only validated her work and vindicated her stance on issues concerning the government. …

Senator Aquilino “Koko” Pimentel III rejected calls for the resignation of Public Attorney's Office (PAO) chief Persida Acosta who is being blamed for the rise in the number of measles cases in the country.

Senator Risa Hontiveros has rejected the call of Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte to quit and instead listed down the people who should resign from office. Hontiveros tweeted that public servants who steal public funds, surrender the…

Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte has called for the resignation of Senator Risa Hontiveros over her alleged epic fail statement linking Public Attorneys’ Office chief Persida Acosta to the measles outbreak in some parts of the country. …

Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra said no one has the right to seek the resignation of Public Attorney’s Office (PAO) Chief Persida Acosta.

Opposition senators have urged the Duterte government to heed the decision of the United Nations Human Rights Council – Working Group on Arbitrary Detention (UNHRC-WGAD) "to free" Sen. Leila de Lima.

Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte took a nasty swipe at Senator Risa Hontiveros over her opposition to the bill seeking to lower the age of criminal responsibility, saying she was out of touch with reality. Duterte, in…

Senators Migz Zubiri and Risa Hontiveros on Sunday called on Mindanaoans to vote in favor of the creation of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region (BAR).

Senator Risa Hontiveros is opposed to a bill seeking to lower the age of criminal liability to 9 years old from 15 years old. Hontiveros said authorities should focus on efforts in apprehending drug lords instead of harassing…

It was a happy yellow wedding for popular opposition blogger and her beau. Vice President Leni Robredo led a bevy of politikos who attended the recent wedding of Pinoy Ako Blog writer Jover Laurio and Mark del Castillo. Among…

The shocking death of Razorback drummer Brian Velasco has ignited conversation about giving support to people struggling or having thoughts of ending it all. Help is out there and you are not alone, according to Senator Risa…

Senator Risa Hontiveros is calling for an end to a culture of victim blaming in the country. Hontiveros lamented that some people believe women caused their own misfortune rather than blame the perpetrators for the assault. "Why do…

Amid the passport data mess hounding the Department of Foreign Affairs, Senator Risa Hontiveros is urging Filipinos to remain proactive in protecting their personal data from hakcers. Hontiveros has posted four tips, including not using…

The bullying scandal plaguing Ateneo high school has triggered calls for stronger anti-bullying policies in the country. Senator Risa Hontiveros has callled on schools to enforce policies against bullying as well as parents to…

Prolonged martial rule in a large area affecting the lives of millions of Filipinos is "authoritarian" and contrary to democracy.

The joint session of Congress has granted the request of President Rodrigo Duterte to further extend the declaration of martial law in Mindanao for another year.

Senator Risa Hontiveros does not believe that Jollibee, the country's leading burger joint, is part of an alleged plot to remove President Duterte from office. "Pati ba naman si Jollibee kasama sa pinagbibintangang destabilizer? Sino’ng…