The lack of concern for the needs of the people is the true foe of freedom, President Marcos said on Independence Day as he slammed government officials who abuse their positions and abandon their duties. Speaking at the celebration of the 127th anniversary of Philippine Independence and...
The Presidential Communications Office (PCO) reiterated its support for stronger social media and online content regulation, echoing President Marcos ' directive to address the growing threat of fake news. During a House tri-committee hearing, PCO Secretary Jay Ruiz told lawmakers that there...
The Department of Education (DepEd) on Friday, June 6, warned the public against a false social media post claiming that classes have been suspended due to the monkeypox (Mpox) virus. In an official statement, DepEd denied the rumor and urged the public to be vigilant. “Fake news ang kumakalat...
The Department of Health (DOH) has warned the public against fake Facebook posts claiming there will be a lockdown due to monkeypox (Mpox), stressing that the virus is not airborne and there is no need for such measures. In an official advisory on Saturday, May 31, the DOH said that lockdowns are...
Claims circulating online that the Department of Education (DepEd) will be removing Grades 1 and 11 starting this school year have caused confusion and panic among students, parents, and educators. However, DepEd has categorically denied these rumors, calling them fake news. “Fake news ang...
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) said Monday, May 12, that Meta, the parent firm of Facebook and Instagram, has significantly sped up the removal of election-related fake news following government pressure. Some disinformation takedowns were reportedly executed...
Just few days before the mid-term polls, the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) on Saturday, May 10, denied social media posts claiming it endorsed senatorial candidates ahead of the May 12 elections. “Please exercise discernment when reading such social media posts,” CBCP...
Although his campaign has been mired by a smear campaign and the spread of fake news and disinformation on social media, senatorial candidate Kiko Pangilinan is banking on his supporters, endorsements, and track record on the final stretch of the campaign season. Senatorial candidate Kiko...
Malacañang has warned voters against falling for disinformation as the May 12 midterm elections approach, urging the public to be vigilant, responsible, and to avoid aiding those who spread falsehoods online. Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro (RTVM Screenshot) In a press briefing on...
The spate of disinformation campaign against the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) through social media amid the country’s preparations for the May 12 midterm elections underscores the need to protect the Philippines’ digital space from foreign intervention. Senate Majority Leader Francis ...
Senator Francis Tolentino said officials and partners of public relations firm InfinitUs Marketing Solutions Inc., may potentially face charges of treason and espionage for being involved in “troll farm” activities in the country. Tolentino, chairman of the Senate Special Committee on Maritime...
Malacañang has belied the memorandum circulating online which hinted a change in leadership in the House of Representatives, following recent survey results impacting President Marcos' trust ratings and administration candidates' poll rankings. (From left) President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr....
