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VERA Files is a verified signatory to the International Fact-Checking Network. It is also part of Meta's third-party fact-checking program that aims to fight misinformation and disinformation spread on the internet. With support from the National Endowment of Democracy, the team tracks and debunks false claims, flip-flops, misleading statements of public officials and figures. VERA Files is a verified signatory to the International Fact-Checking Network.

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FACT CHECK: Duterte did NOT tell Kaufman to ‘cease all legal efforts’ after ICC says he’s fit to stand trial

By VERA Files

Jan 27, 2026

3-minute read

Online users are circulating a quote attributed to Nicholas Kaufman, claiming that former president Rodrigo Duterte has "instructed" him to stop all legal actions related to the crimes against humanity charge before the International Criminal Court. This is fake.

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FACT CHECK: Unrelated footage used to FALSELY claim ICC dismissal of Duterte case

By VERA FILES

Aug 6, 2025

2-minute read

Two YouTube videos are claiming that the International Criminal Court has dismissed the crimes against humanity case against former president Rodrigo Duterte. This is false.

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FACT SHEET: What we know about the HMPV virus

By Blanch Ancla

Jan 22, 2025

3-minute read

HMPV is a common respiratory virus that circulates in many countries from winter through spring. It is the sixth most common cause of influenza-like illness in the Philippines.

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FACT SHEET: What’s up with the delays in the controversial Maharlika Fund?

By Psalm Mishael Taruc

Jan 20, 2025

5-minute read

Maharlika fund faces delays in first investment, safeguards in IRR weakened

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AI at deepfakes: Bagong taon, bagong mukha… ng disimpormasyon?!

By Valerie Nuval and Bryan Manalang

Dec 29, 2024

1-minute read

Ano nga ba ang AI? Paano malalaman kung deepfake ba ang nakita mo o hindi? Panoorin ang video para malaman at mapalalim pa ang iyong pag-unawa rito.

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FACT CHECK: Hontiveros DID NOT say she will run for president ‘out of conscience’

Several quote cards claim that Sen. Risa Hontiveros said she would run for president in the 2028 elections because of her nagging conscience. This is fake.

By VERA Files

Feb 4, 2026

2-minute read

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FACT CHECK: Class suspension advisories over ‘Nipah virus outbreak’ FAKE

Several graphics on Facebook are claiming that face-to-face classes in public and private schools are suspended due to a supposed Nipah virus outbreak in the country. This is fake.

By VERA Files

Feb 4, 2026

3-minute read

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FACT CHECK: Lani Mercado did NOT seek ‘more decent facility’ for Bong Revilla

A statement attributed to Cavite Rep. Lani Mercado-Revilla claims she has requested a more decent detention facility for her husband, former senator Bong Revilla. This is fake.

By VERA Files

Feb 4, 2026

3-minute read

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FACT CHECK: PEKE ang kumakalat na quotes ni Trump na susunduin si Duterte sa ICC

By VERA Files | Jan 9, 2026

FACT CHECK: Video ng OFW rally, PINAGMUKHANG nakalaya na si Duterte

By VERA Files | Dec 19, 2025

FACT CHECK: GAWANG-AI and video na nagsasabing may ₱100K ayuda para sa PWDs

By VERA Files | Dec 15, 2025

FACT CHECK: PEKE ang post na sinabi raw ng DTI secretary na magsardinas sa noche buena

By VERA Files | Dec 13, 2025

FACT CHECK: PEKE ang kumakalat na “medical result” ni Duterte

By VERA Files | Dec 10, 2025

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News

Filipino charm and hospitality stand out in first Philippine Women’s Open

Tennis captured the heart of Filipinos in the first Philippine Women Open 125 held last week at the Rizal Memorial Tennis Center in Pablo Ocampo St., Malate, Manila. In turn, Filipinos charmed players and foreign guests with their enthusiasm and hospitality.

By Bullit Marquez

Feb 2, 2026

2-minute read

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Commentary

Unpolluting the memory: Duterte’s flood control corruption

Marcos Jr., no doubt, will be held accountable. But it is a false dichotomy to assume that there was no corruption under the Duterte regime and that Sara must not be investigated.

By Antonio J. Montalvan II

Feb 3, 2026

5-minute read

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Podcast

All Eyes on AI – Usapang Deepfakes, Disinformation at Digital Literacy

Sa special episode ng What The F?! Podcast, tatalakayin ng VERA Files kasama si Engr. Ben Hur Pintor – Digital security advocate at Co-founder ng Smart CT, kung paano nakakaapekto ang paglaganap ng AI sa matagal ng problema ng disimpormasyon at anu-ano ang pwedeng gawin para mapalakas ang digital literacy sa bansa.

By VERA Files

Dec 19, 2025

1-minute read

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