FACT CHECK: Colder months until August 2026 due to ‘aphelion phenomenon’ a HOAX
An old chain message is being circulated again online claiming that the aphelion phenomenon will cause cold weather until August 2026. This is false.
Online Posts
FACT CHECK: Hontiveros did NOT cry over ‘addict museum’ tag
A viral Facebook post claims Sen. Risa Hontiveros cried while reading online comments labeling "Lakbay Museo ng Paghilom," as a "drug addict museum." It also attributes a statement to Hontiveros that describes it as a "museum of heroes." This is fake.
FACT CHECK: SC ruling did NOT absolve Sara Duterte of wrongdoing
A Facebook post is claiming that Vice President Sara Duterte has been cleared of charges after the Supreme Court ruled that the impeachment complaint against her was unconstitutional. This needs context.
FACT CHECK: Loren Legarda is NOT the new Senate president
Netizens on Facebook are claiming that Sen. Loren Legarda is now the Senate president, supposedly making her the country's first female to lead the legislative chamber. This is not true.
FACT CHECK: Circulating photo of Marcos Jr. in hospital bed FAKE
Several netizens are circulating a supposed photo of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in a hospital bed, wearing an oxygen mask. This image is altered.
