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FACT CHECK: Marcos' 2028 Election Cancellation Claim Misinterpreted
PoliticsOctober 16, 2026

FACT CHECK: Marcos' 2028 Election Cancellation Claim Misinterpreted

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. did not announce plans to cancel the 2028 elections, despite viral claims. Misinterpretations stem from his comments about charter change and media statements.

Mateo Dela CruzRead
FACT CHECK: Raffy Tulfo not arrested amid impeachment trial
PoliticsOctober 2, 2026

FACT CHECK: Raffy Tulfo not arrested amid impeachment trial

Senator Raffy Tulfo remains active in his duties despite viral claims of his arrest. The misinformation has sparked concerns about the impact of false news during critical political events.

Mateo Dela CruzRead
FACT CHECK: Jonvic Remulla did not say Marcoses are ‘sure to be jailed’ after 2028
PoliticsOctober 2, 2026

FACT CHECK: Jonvic Remulla did not say Marcoses are ‘sure to be jailed’ after 2028

Claims that DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla stated the Marcoses would face jail time after 2028 have been debunked. The viral quote lacks credible sources and context, raising concerns about misinformation.

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Fact Check wRap: Debunking False Claims on Sara Duterte's Impeachment Trial
PoliticsOctober 1, 2026

Fact Check wRap: Debunking False Claims on Sara Duterte's Impeachment Trial

As the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte progresses, misinformation is rampant on social media. This highlights the need for critical media literacy among the public.

Mateo Dela CruzRead
FACT CHECK: Marcos did not claim desire for another 6-year presidential term
PoliticsSeptember 25, 2026

FACT CHECK: Marcos did not claim desire for another 6-year presidential term

A viral quote falsely attributed to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. claiming he needs another six years in office has been debunked. This misinformation highlights ongoing discussions around term limits in the Philippines.

Mateo Dela CruzRead
FACT CHECK: No police mugshot of VP Sara Duterte; images are AI-generated
PoliticsSeptember 12, 2026

FACT CHECK: No police mugshot of VP Sara Duterte; images are AI-generated

Recent social media posts falsely claim that Vice President Sara Duterte has a police mugshot. The images are AI-generated and not authentic, raising concerns about misinformation.

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FACT CHECK: Sara Duterte Photo of Handcuffs is Altered, No Arrest Occurred
PoliticsSeptember 5, 2026

FACT CHECK: Sara Duterte Photo of Handcuffs is Altered, No Arrest Occurred

An altered image claiming to show Vice President Sara Duterte in handcuffs has gone viral. This misinformation comes as she faces legal challenges, but it misrepresents the facts of her situation.

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FACT CHECK: AI-manipulated video misrepresents VP Sara Duterte's counsel
PoliticsSeptember 4, 2026

FACT CHECK: AI-manipulated video misrepresents VP Sara Duterte's counsel

A video misrepresenting Vice President Sara Duterte's counsel has gone viral, but fact-checks reveal it is AI-generated and distorted. The implications for misinformation are significant as the impeachment trial continues.

Mateo Dela CruzRead
FACT CHECK: Claire Castro's Alleged Quote on Floods is False
PoliticsAugust 21, 2026

FACT CHECK: Claire Castro's Alleged Quote on Floods is False

A quote attributed to PCO Undersecretary Claire Castro claiming recent floods were caused by blocked drains is false. This misinformation highlights the ongoing issue of disinformation during natural disasters.

Mateo Dela CruzRead
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