FACT CHECK: NBI Chief Melvin Matibag Did Not Threaten to Imprison Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano
Recent claims alleging that NBI Chief Melvin Matibag threatened Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano with imprisonment have been debunked. This incident highlights ongoing challenges with misinformation in Philippine politics.
Claire Castro Not Banned from Canada: A Fact Check
A viral video falsely claims Claire Castro was banned from Canada after a protest. The truth reveals no such ban exists, highlighting the spread of misinformation in the digital age.
Lacson's Alleged Quote on Lowering VP Sara's Impeachment Vote Threshold Proven False
A false claim attributed to Senator Panfilo Lacson regarding the impeachment vote threshold for Vice President Sara Duterte has gained traction on social media, prompting a fact-check.
Fact Check: COA's Audit Opinion Does Not Exonerate VP Sara Duterte
Amid the ongoing impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, claims that an unmodified audit opinion from the Commission on Audit clears her of wrongdoing are misleading. Historical context reveals a pattern of scrutiny over the OVP's financial practices.
FACT CHECK: P20,000 AICS, AKAP Cash Aid Links Are Fake
Fraudulent links claiming to offer P20,000 cash aid from AICS and AKAP have circulated on social media, putting users at risk of phishing scams. The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has confirmed these claims are false.
FACT CHECK: Images Linking Pangilinan, Hontiveros to Tacloban Shooting Suspects Debunked
Recent social media posts claim that Senators Kiko Pangilinan and Risa Hontiveros were photographed with suspects from a tragic school shooting. These claims have been thoroughly debunked as false, highlighting the ongoing issue of misinformation.
Magalong's Alleged Statement on Villanueva Joining Gatchalian Bloc is Fake
A fake statement attributed to Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong regarding Senator Joel Villanueva has been debunked. The mayor's office confirmed that he has not issued any comment about Villanueva's political move.
FACT CHECK: Cayetano bloc remains intact amid Senate leadership turmoil
Recent online claims suggest that Senator Alan Peter Cayetano's bloc has resigned, but official sources confirm that these assertions are false. The senators continue their duties amid ongoing leadership disputes.
FACT CHECK: ICC Judge Did Not Claim Duterte Was 'Kidnapped'
A false claim regarding ICC Judge Joanna Korner's alleged statement about Duterte's detention is spreading online. This misinformation has gained significant traction on social media.