FACT CHECK: Video shows Nepal protest, NOT ‘BBM Resign’ rally
The video does not show a “BBM resign” protest. It shows a “Gen Z” rally in Nepal back in September.
Online Posts
FACT CHECK: Sen. Tito Sotto NOT pushing for 50% tax on content creators
Several Facebook users have been circulating a social media graphic claiming that Senate President Vicente Sotto III is aiming to impose a 50% tax on content creators. This is not true.
FACT CHECK: Lockdown, class and work suspension advisories due to flu-like cases FAKE
A Facebook page shared several posts claiming that there will be a lockdown and suspension of classes and work due to the rising cases of influenza-like illnesses. These are fake.
FACT CHECK: Video of building collapsing due to quake taken in Thailand, NOT in Davao Oriental
Amid the recent tremors that struck parts of the country, a Facebook reel claims that a currently under-construction building in Davao Oriental has supposedly collapsed due to the earthquake that jolted the region. This is false.
FACT CHECK: NO nationwide distance learning amid recent quakes
Amid recent earthquakes that struck parts of the country, several Facebook pages are circulating videos claiming schools nationwide will shift to distance learning this October. These are fake.
