DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 07 June) — A photo posted on Facebook last April 26 of Senator Christopher “Bong” Go distributing shoes to members of the New People’s Army (NPA) is not AI-generated or edited. Claims that the photo posted
A Facebook post from Kuyz TV claiming that Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte signed a railway contract with a supposed Japanese governor from “Gensokyo” is FAKE and based on fictional references. The post, shared by Kuyz TV on May
DAVAO CITY — A copypasta (copy-and-paste) circulating on Facebook claiming that in a “landmark ruling,” the Supreme Court “officially stopped any attempt to arrest or surrender” Senator Bato Dela Rosa “to the ICC or any foreign authority,” is FALSE.
MALAYBALAY CITY (MindaNews / 30 May 2026) The discovery of oil deposits in Ligawasan is not recent. A post on a Facebook page saying otherwise is FALSE. MindaNews fact-checked this claim as the post makes it appear that this is
DAVAO CITY — Almost two months after MindaNews fact-checked six apparently fake anti-cybercrime pages, we found at least three more that have the same modus operandi. These pages appear to assist victims of digital scams but have red flags that
An entry at the Sumbong sa Pangulo website claims that the map coordinates of a revetment construction project point to the Mawab River in Barangay Poblacion, Mawab, Davao de Oro. However, the Sumbong sa Pangulo claim is FALSE as the coordinates
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 30 April) — A Facebook page using the name “Isla Jardin del Mar” is being flagged for alleged booking scams, despite presenting itself as a legitimate resort account online. The page is FAKE. MindaNews fact-checked this
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews, 29 April) — A viral post from the Facebook page “Crush Limbago” claiming that Sheik Irohn Muad’Dib, the “fifth richest man in Arrakis,” pledged to send oil aid to the Philippines is fake. The post, which has
DAVAO CITY – Several posts online claim that fuel prices are much lower in Davao City, with the lowest Petron Diesel Max costing 61.85 per liter despite a global oil crisis. The claim is FALSE as the photo was taken
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews April 14, 2026) – Senator Robin Padilla’s post about an “opt-out” from a Meta privacy system is false. It is a recurring hoax that has been debunked multiple times over the years. On April 2, 2026, Padilla,
Davao City (MindaNews / 15 April 2026) – A social media post claiming that a Nigerian Prince will be delivering oil to Davao City is entirely fabricated, a fake post that was taken seriously by readers. The fake post comes
The viral claim that a Pres. Gustavo Fring and Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte will conduct joint oil exploration around Davao to assure a stable supply for the city is fake and comes from satirical pages and accounts. Gustavo Fring
A viral Facebook post about a “MALAWAKANG BROWNOUT” (widespread brownout) is misleading. On March 20, 2026, a million-follower content creator, business entrepreneur, and public figure named KOYS DAVAO 2.0 warned on Facebook of a supposed widespread brownout but provided no
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 12 April) – A resort known for its exclusivity and luxury is now being used by fake Facebook pages to lure online users. What appears to be Pearl Farm Beach Resort online may not be what
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 26 March) – Planning to go on vacation during the Holy Week or summer? Watch out for fake pages bearing the names of beach resorts. Several Facebook pages impersonating “Bali Bali Beach Resort” in the Island
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 25 March) — The vessel used to supposedly transport oil and gas from Brunei would not have made it to Davao’s ports, according to evidence MindaNews gathered online. This fact check comes in the wake of
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 24 March) – Victims of online scams could fall victim a second time as fake pages offering services to recover the money they lost are spreading rapidly on Facebook. MindaNews monitored multiple Facebook pages presenting themselves
On March 11, 2026, Rob Rances shared a screenshot of a post in Cebuano by Facebook user Johnny Estenor Tatoy about the arrival of US troops in Cagayan de Oro City. Captioning his own post with alarmed exclamation points and
A Facebook page named “Walang Pasok Advisory” has been posting claims that classes are suspended nationwide on certain days. This is misleading and there are no official announcements from the Department of Education or any local government supporting these claims.
A Facebook page named Ph News Today is posting videos and posts that appear to be legitimate news reports, but a closer review shows that the content may mislead viewers. The page is posting FAKE content to gain traffic to
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews /16 March) – At least two Facebook accounts are impersonating two councilors in Davao City: Temujin “Tek” Ocampo of the first district and Antoinette “Petite” Principe of the third district are deepfakes. This has drawn attention because
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 14 March) — A Facebook page named “EMCOR” appearing to impersonate the company EMCOR is drawing concern after users reported receiving unsolicited messages claiming they had won a raffle prize and directing them to click a
DAVAO CITY — A video posted on Facebook showing Pampanga 3rd District Representative Mica Gonzales allegedly admitting to receiving a suitcase full of cash as kickback from government infrastructure projects, is a deepfake. The viral video repurposes an unrelated, pre-existing
Davao City Rep. Paolo “Pulong” Duterte claimed in a statement posted Saturday, February 28 on his Facebook page that the International Criminal Court (ICC) has turned “blind, deaf, and mute” to events related to the military confrontation between Iran and
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 05 March) – A social media quote card circulating on Facebook claims that a “Sheikha Miyah Khalifa” of Dubai, United Arab Emirates, has called on the world not to forget the alleged “biased trial” of former President Rodrigo
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews /02 March) – Photos circulating on TikTok that supposedly show former President Rodrigo Duterte with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein have gone viral, prompting strong reactions and speculation among social media users. These photos are fake and
DAVAO CITY (February 27, 2026) – A viral video circulating on Facebook shows a man angrily confronting what appears to be a government treasury office, claiming that a P10,000 business permit fee is crushing small store owners. First posted on
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 26 February ) – A YouTube channel named NEWS UPDATE FILES has uploaded two videos claiming that former president Rodrigo Duterte has been released from detention after the International Criminal Court (ICC) supposedly dismissed his crimes
Following the Amejara sea tragedy, a video allegedly showing hazardous waves in Samal Island or Governor Generoso, Davao de Oro, has spread online. The claim is FALSE, as there is no evidence that the footage originated from either locations. MindaNews
DAVAO CITY (23 February 2026) – A video posted by digital creator Notan Sabpa, based in Surigao City, claiming to show a landslide that “happened just now” has gone viral on Facebook with numerous concerned citizens sharing the post. The video, captioned
Multiple posts and messages forwarded across social media platforms contain claims that the weather will get colder due to the Aphelion Phenomenon, and people should take measures to protect their health. These posts are FALSE. MindaNews is fact-checking this claim
A Facebook post by Radyo Birada Mati allegedly on super typhoon ‘Uwan’ is AI-generated. MindaNews is fact-checking this post as it has gathered at least 140 shares, 18 comments, and 195 reactions as of Sunday, 5:47 p.m. The post was
DAVAO CITY — Facebook page ‘Jay sonza’ has gone viral for supposed photos of the destruction in Manay, Davao Oriental caused by the double quakes that happened last October 10. Some of the photos are false, and have been reused
A nine-year-old boy in Iligan City who was beaten by five high school students on August 4 is alive and recovering, contrary to viral posts falsely claiming he died. These claims are false, and several posts on an unverified video
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 05 August) – A series of videos has been circulating on Facebook using the same unverified audio from a viral “Bakbakan sa Mindanao” clip to simulate scenes of armed conflict. These videos are fake, with no
An old post about a chemical spill in the Suawan River has resurfaced on Facebook because of an algorithm bump. This is old news, and no such chemical spill has been recorded this week. MindaNews is fact-checking this post as
DAVAO CITY (30 July 2025) – A video posted by 94.9 MHz Lucky Radio Bayugan showing massive tsunami waves hitting a beachfront area has gone viral on Facebook with numerous concerned citizens sharing the post. The video, captioned “NAGHAGUROS NGA TSUNAMI,
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 27 July) – A viral video of Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte appearing unusually macho while dancing to the TikTok remix of Barbielat has been circulating on Facebook, with many netizens mocking or sensationalizing the clip.
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 20 July) – A post from the Facebook page Boom Media — Tacloban has gone viral, claiming that a woman involved in the recent 7-Eleven brawl in Panabo City released an “official statement” through a video,
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 11 July) – A photo featuring former President Rodrigo Duterte lying frail in a hospital bed, clad in a hospital gown with tubes and wristbands, has circulated online with numerous concerned netizens sharing the viral Facebook
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 29 June) — A Facebook account under the name Vilma Aureus appears to be making claims to have direct access to a huge amount of money and gold purportedly left behind by President Ferdinand E. Marcos for “humanitarian”
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 29 June) – MindaNews fact-checked a viral Facebook video showing people scooping what appears to be thousands of “lupoy” (juvenile sardines) along the shores, sparking widespread excitement online. This post is false, as the footage is
DAVAO CITY – At least two posts on Facebook claiming to cure blindness have generated an artificial intelligence avatar of Davao-based reporter Jandii Esteban. The posts are fake, and MindaNews has obtained a denial from Esteban herself. MindaNews is fact-checking
Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte and Senator Ronald dela Rosa shared a viral post about a supposed interview of youth sentiment on Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment proceedings. However, the post was FAKE, and supporters of both politicians even tried
SunStar Davao did not resurrect old news about a 2021 quarantine, nor did the newspaper announce a quarantine for 2025 due to Mpox. Netizens resurrected an old post dated June 2021 about a so-called MECQ (Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine) supposedly
A supposed press statement from the Commission on Elections has circulated on various social media pages, with some posted on spoofed versions of media channels such as Rappler, Inquirer, and Philstar.com. The Comelec statement supposedly announces the disqualification of partylist
Facebook Page Maisug Mindanao posted a series of social media cards last Friday, May 9, 2025. The results reportedly showed most of the Dutertes leading in an alleged Pulse Asia survey in Davao City. The page likewise posted other social
Facebook user Balat Sibuyas (onion-skinned) posted that former Department of Social Welfare and Development Undersecretary Luzviminda Ilagan reportedly praised Paolo Duterte’s “treatment of women.” In the post, a photo of Ilagan — a former teacher and three-term Gabriela party-list Representative
Various group chats and Facebook and Reddit posts are being passed around claiming a modus operandi of Davao police allegedly planting drugs into vehicles. The post is FAKE, and is an old hoax dating as far back as 2018.
MindaNews fact-checked a Facebook post by one Joel Lopez about the Mamanwa indigenous people living in parts of Caraga Region, and Leyte and Samar provinces. The post said the Mamanwas “are also known as ‘Kong King’ due to their kinky
