FACT CHECK | Facebook page reposts false item about Mindanao ‘TreeVolution’
MindaNews fact-checked a claim on Facebook that Mindanao holds the world record for most trees planted simultaneously in an hour in May 2023. The claim is false. Young Farmer, a Facebook page that shares gardening and farming ideas, posted on May 20, 2024 a publication material (pub mat) with the texts: “In May 2023, volunteers in […].....»»
10th ID bashes Canadian gov’t for travel advisory vs Mindanao
The 10th Infantry Agila Division (10ID) of the Philippine Army criticized the Canadian government for issuing a travel advisory against all parts of Mindanao, which includes their area of responsibility. Major Mark Anthony Tito, spokesperson for the 10th ID, emphasized that the regions under their jurisdiction are peaceful and free from terrorism and violent threats, contrary to the Canadian embassy's advisory. The division oversees 12 provinces, seven cities, and 72 municipalities in various parts of Mindanao. Tito expressed bewilderment at the basis of the travel advisory, asserting that the Canadian government lacks awareness of the actual situation on the ground. He highlighted the peaceful nature of the entire Davao Region throughout 2023, with no recorded incidents of terrorism or insurgency. Despite the exclusion of Davao City from the advisory, Tito noted that the region would still be impacted. The Canadian embassy's advisory warned its citizens to avoid visiting Mindanao due to ongoing terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, high levels of violence, and encounters between rebel forces and government security authorities. Specific provinces and regions were singled out for caution or non-essential travel, including Northern Mindanao, Soccsksargen, and Eastern Mindanao. Contrary to the advisory, the 10th ID has been actively weakening and eliminating guerilla forces within its jurisdiction as part of the Philippine Army's efforts to establish an insurgency-free zone. In fact, on October 27, 2023, the Davao Region celebrated its first anniversary as an insurgency-free region in the Philippines. This dispute has led to other related stories, including the Chamber's intention to engage in discussions with the Canadian government regarding the travel advisory, as well as refutations from the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) and celebrations of the Davao Region's insurgency-free status by the Regional Peace and Order Council. In summary, the 10th ID vehemently opposes the Canadian government's travel advisory, citing the peaceful and secure nature of the regions under their jurisdiction, and highlighting the significant strides made in eradicating insurgency in the Davao Region......»»
FACT CHECK: Link for scholarship program posted by fake Landbank page
Both the Facebook page and the link for the supposed scholarship program are not affiliated with Landbank, according to a Facebook post on its official and verified page.....»»
FACT CHECK | Roque’s claim that Task Force Davao will be disbanded is false
MindaNews fact-checked the claims of former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque that Task Force (TF) Davao will be disbanded as Dabawenyos expressed concern that the city’s security will be weakened if such will happen. His claim is false, according to the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP). The AFP has refuted the claims of former presidential […].....»»
FACT CHECK | Schools of ‘lupoy’ fish beaching in Sarangani Bay triggered by upwelling
Experts dismissed as false the claim of Facebook page The Watchmen’s Earth and Space connection that the beaching of tons of “nervous” fish in Maasim, Sarangani was driven by an unknown phenomenon. In a post on January 7, the popular page stated: “Ok Philippines on the matter of the massive amount of fish in Sarangani. […].....»»
FACT CHECK | Mindanao comprises 28 provinces, not 27 as ‘Kulas’ writes
The Facebook post of famous Canadian vlogger BecomingFilipino that Mindanao has 27 provinces is wrong. Mindanao comprises 28 provinces as of September 2023, after Maguindanao province was divided into Maguindanao del Sur and Maguindanao del Norte with the ratification of Republic Act 11550 (An Act Dividing the Province of Maguindanao Into Two Provinces, namely: Maguindanao […].....»»
FACT CHECK | Bangsamoro voters won’t directly elect Chief Minister
MindaNews fact-checked a news item posted on May 19 on the Facebook page of Bandera News TV-Cotabato/Radyo Bandera Cotabato, which stated that Sulu Governor Sakur Tan has been endorsed by the BARMM Grand Coalition to run for Chief Minister in the 2025 regional elections. The report is false and misleading. BARMM stands for the Bangsamoro […].....»»
Maine nag-react sa ‘blind item’ na tungkol sa host na suplada, mataray
BILANG tugon sa ilang netizens na nanghula at binanggit siya, nag-react si Maine Mendoza sa isang blind item na tungkol sa isang female TV host na na-ban umano sa isang beauty clinic dahil sa katarayan. Ang blind item ay ibinandera ng TikTok user na @basicpinay at as of this writing ay umaani na ito ng.....»»
Roads cleared in Ashburton following report of suspicious item on Tancred Street
A suspicious item reported to Police at 3.20pm has been checked and found to be of no concern.The cordons in place while Police examined the item have been lifted and roads are open.Police would like to thank the public for their assistance.ENDSIssued by the Police Media Centre. Source: NZ Police.....»»
FACT CHECK | President Marcos says the ICC may come but the government won’t cooperate with their investigation
MindaNews fact-checked the claim made by the YouTube channel KABAYAN NEWS PH that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared he won’t allow the International Criminal Court to enter the country and investigate alleged extrajudicial killings committed under the “war on drugs” of the Duterte administration. The claim is false, as Marcos said the ICC may come but the government or any of its agencies would not cooperate in their […].....»»
FACT CHECK | PDP Laban shows incomplete data of Publicus survey favorable to Sara Duterte
MindaNews fact-checked a Facebook post of political party Partido Demokratiko Pilipino – Lakas ng Bayan (PDP Laban) that Vice President Sara Duterte gained the highest approval rating among national government officials in the 2023 fourth quarter survey of Publicus Asia, Inc. The post is misleading as it did not indicate that while she had the […].....»»
FACT CHECK | South Cotabato did not declare March 11 a Muslim legal holiday
MindaNews fact-checked a memorandum circulating on Facebook and in Messenger group chats that South Cotabato Gov. Reynaldo Tamayo Jr. has declared March 11 a holiday in the province for the observance of Lailatul Isra wal Mi’raj. The memorandum is fake, Tamayo’s office notified the public. The provincial government of South Cotabato has not declared Monday, […].....»»
PCG’s Facebook page hacked in third cyberattack this 2024
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) lost access to its Facebook account on Monday evening, the third cyberattack that gripped the maritime security group this year. At around 6 p.m., PCG spokesperson Rear Admiral Armand Balilo said that “an unknown entity gained access on [its] official Facebook page” which was handled by the personnel.....»»
FACT CHECK: No Marcos declaration of revolutionary government
There has been no announcement from Malacañang about establishing a revolutionary government. The false claim circulated amid recent moves in Congress to amend the Constitution......»»
FACT CHECK | Ang Tampakan project ay hindi proyekto ng Malacañang
Mali ang mga balitang kumakalat sa Facebook na ang Tampakan Copper-Gold Project ay proyekto ng Malacañang. Anim na Facebook pages ang nagbalita ng parehong artikulong may pamagat na “Komunidad titiyaking ligtas ang Tampakan Copper-Gold Project ng Malacañang at SMI” noong Pebrero 18. Bawat isa sa kanila ay may mga libo-libong tagasunod. (underscored by MindaNews) Ito […].....»»
Earthquake of magnitude 6.0 strikes Mindanao in Philippines
Mindanao [Philippines], March 8 (ANI): An earthquake of magnitude 6.0 on the Richter scale struck Mindanao in Philippines on Friday, the National Centre for Seismology said. The depth of the earthquake was measured at 140 km. According to the NCS, the tremors were felt at about 14:41:47 IST. "Earthquake of Magnitude:6.0, Occurred on 08-03-2024, 14:41:47 IST, Lat: 5.81Long: 126.90, Depth: 140 Km, Location: Mindanao, Philip.....»»
Earthquake of magnitude 6.0 strikes Mindanao in Philippines
Mindanao [Philippines], March 8 (ANI): An earthquake of magnitude 6.0 on the Richter scale struck Mindanao in Philippines on Friday, the National Centre for Seismology said. The depth of the earthquake was measured at 140 km. According to the NCS, the tremors were felt at about 14:41:47 IST. "Earthquake of Magnitude:6.0, Occurred on 08-03-2024, 14:41:47 IST, Lat: 5.81Long: 126.90, Depth: 140 Km, Location: Mindanao, Philip.....»»
Quick questions from Frontline, TV Patrol check Duterte s proposal for Mindanao secession
Quick questions from Frontline, TV Patrol check Duterte s proposal for Mindanao secession.....»»
Quick questions from Frontline, TV Patrol check Duterte s proposal for Mindanao secession
Quick questions from Frontline, TV Patrol check Duterte s proposal for Mindanao secession.....»»
FACT CHECK: P20K automatic monthly pension for senior citizens false
A YouTube channel, Tita Kitkat TV claims that the government will now provide an automatic P20,000 monthly social pension for all senior citizens......»»
FACT CHECK: One-time P10,000 benefits for senior citizens false
The YouTube Channel Balitang Pinas made a video claiming senior citizens or persons aged 60 years old and above who have obtained their senior citizen’s ID can now obtain a financial incentive worth 10,000 pesos......»»