VERA FILES FACT CHECK: Old clip of Russia plane crash FALSELY claimed as ‘Nepal’ crash
A short clip made to appear like footage of the deadly plane crash in Nepal on Jan. 15 is circulating in Facebook.
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VERA FILES FACT CHECK: Video about SSS leadership change MISLEADS
A YouTube video claimed that former GSIS president Rolando Macasaet replaced Michael Regino as president and CEO of SSS due to the latter’s failure to provide a P1,000 pension increase to SSS beneficiaries.
VERA FILES FACT CHECK: FALSE posts on Philippine currency spread on social media
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) branded as fake a P500 banknote featuring a tarsier and a P150 bill featuring a portrait of Jose Rizal.
VERA FILES FACT CHECK: Sammi Egg Essence Mask NOT FDA-registered
Several FB pages uploaded videos claiming Dr. Vicki Belo and other Filipina actresses are promoting an egg mask that “moisturizes and brightens skin” and “prevents acne and aging.” These are fake.
VERA FILES FACT CHECK: FALSE list of ‘LTO’ motorcycle fines circulates
Netizens are sharing an inaccurate tally of fines supposedly imposed by the Land Transportation Office (LTO) on motorcycle owners who violate the law.
