Fridae

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The first two episodes have now dropped and it's a very strong start for this talented cast.

Let’s take a look at some of the key equality indicators.

The country is struggling to find homes for orphaned kids.

Following Pope Francis’ recently voiced support for same-sex civil unions, Senator Maria Josefa Imelda “Imee” Marcos called on her colleagues to act on her proposal seeking to recognise the right of same-sex couples to co-own property.

CNN Philippines reports that according to the Philippines’ Insurance Commission, members of the LGBT Community should be able to designate their partners as beneficiaries in their life insurance plans.

The Philippines' highest court has dismissed a petition to allow same-sex marriage, ruling that the applicant doesn't have a partner and therefore can't claim to be a victim of existing laws.

LGBT rights groups have criticised the bill for failing to provide genuine marriage equality.

Lawmaker stresses that a much-awaited discrimination bill would not legalise same-sex marriage in hopes that it might finally pass Congress.