VERA FILES FACT SHEET: The Visiting Forces Agreement, explained
The VFA is a bilateral agreement between the Philippines and the US that outlines the terms and conditions on the entry and visit of US armed forces in the country.
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VERA FILES FACT CHECK: Manila Vice Mayor Lacuna demos wrong way to wear surgical masks, calls it the ‘proper’ way
The WHO, Philippine Red Cross and DOH said there is only one way to wear surgical masks.
VERA FILES FACT CHECK: Andanar falsely claims PH has strongest GDP growth rate in ASEAN
Data from the ASEAN Statistics division show the Philippines never had the strongest real GDP growth rate among member states from 2016 to 2018.
VERA FILES FACT CHECK: ‘Duterte Legacy’ flier mixes true figures with inaccurate, misleading, out-of-context data
We found that while some of the claims were true, many lacked proper context, while others were either misleading or inaccurate.
VERA FILES FACT CHECK: PNA background info on Sabio withdrawal of ICC communication misleading
The ICC's preliminary examination on alleged crimes against humanity under the Duterte government's drug war was not just based on Sabio's submission alone.
VERA FILES FACT SHEET: The legality of motorcycle taxis
Motorcycles are prohibited as PUVs. But the increased public demand for commuting alternatives has pushed executive and legislative officials to reconsider.
Taal roars after four decades of almost silence
Residents of Batangas were startled when the Taal, which has been quiet for more than four decades - suddenly rumbled and spewed ashes that enveloped nearby towns and cities, reaching as far as Quezon City and Antipolo.
Duterte piqued by corruption, calling it national shame in SONA
President Rodrigo Duterte, expressing grave disappointment that corruption and the drug problem continue despite the government’s relentless campaigns to stop them, has asked the public’s help by being more assertive in fighting these crimes.
SONA 2018 Promise Tracker
President Rodrigo Duterte, now at the midway mark of his six-year term, will deliver his State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 22 having made good on many of his promises last year, but also carrying with him some big misses.
SONA 2018 PROMISE TRACKER: Media
President Rodrigo Duterte has not mentioned his promises related to the media since his first State of the Nation Address in 2016.
