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Iya Gozum
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Journalist, Rappler
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By Iya Gozum Verified| Rappler Verified “Sa silong-silong lang” is how Marikeños would describe the old days of shoemaking, when family members would gather under the shaded part of their homes and make shoes. Underneath houses were shoemakers busy behind sewing machines, firmly pressing the shoe upper to the outsole. This is the sight that Myra Manabat, now 48, grew up with, memories she shared with her mother. “She sewed and repaired shoes,” she said. “That’s how we learned.”Manabat got married but lost her husband early.
By Iya Gozum Verified| Rappler Verified MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine Reclamation Authority (PRA) is under fire from environmentalists once again over a remark in a recently uploaded video saying mangroves can be relocated if they are in the way of a reclamation project. The video was part of the PRA’s efforts to respond to criticisms after they posted — and then deleted — a post calling for lease or joint venture proposals in the Las Piñas-Parañaque Wetland Park (LPPWP), a protected area and Ramsar site.
By Iya Gozum Verified| Rappler Verified “Sa silong-silong lang” is how Marikeños would describe the old days of shoemaking, when family members would gather under the shaded part of their homes and make shoes. Underneath houses were shoemakers busy behind sewing machines, firmly pressing the shoe upper to the outsole. This is the sight that Myra Manabat, now 48, grew up with, memories she shared with her mother. “She sewed and repaired shoes,” she said. “That’s how we learned.”Manabat got married but lost her husband early.
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Rappler
Rappler is a Philippine online news website that launched in January 2012, founded by a group of journalists and businessmen. It is operated by Rappler, Inc., which is primarily owned by Rappler Holdings Corporation. The company is recognized for being one of the few media organizations in the Philippines owned entirely by journalists. Rappler offers a variety of services, including news coverage, features, and investigative journalism. Its advocacy arm, MovePH, focuses on social and community development initiatives. The platform also includes Newsbreak for in-depth reporting, a Mood Meter to gauge reader reactions, and a fact-checking service in partnership with Facebook. Additionally, Rappler has a membership program called Rappler+, which provides exclusive content and events for subscribers. The website is accessible for free, catering to a diverse audience interested in news and social issues.
Pasig, Metro Manila, Philippines
632-661-9983
Founded: 2011