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Vera Files

VERA Files is a non-profit news organisation in the Philippines that runs a fact-checking service.

Checked by Vera Files9 Mar 2024PhilippinesCrime and security
JV Ejercito

“Sen Jose Victor Ejercito withdraws his signature in a manifestation opposing a contempt order seeking the arrest of Apollo Quiboloy, pastor of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ, saying the religious leader should "get an opportunity to present his side.”

Vera Files rated this: Flip-flop

Vera Files says: Ejercito was one of five senators who signed a manifestation to reverse the contempt order on Quiboloy, saying that the Justice department "has already pursued sexual abuse and qualified trafficking" against the pastor.

Checked by Vera Files8 Mar 2024PhilippinesClimate and environment
Aboitiz Power Corp.

“Liquefied natural gas offers significant environmental advantages over traditional fossil fuels contributing to reduced greenhouse gas emissions, combating climate change, improving air quality and enhancing public health, making it the ideal transition fuel to a renewable energy future.”

Vera Files rated this: Needs context

Vera Files says: While burning natural gas produces less carbon dioxide (CO2) than coal and oil, climate scientists have warned about methane, which is another greenhouse gas that leaks into the atmosphere during its production. The Uni…

Checked by Vera Files29 Feb 2024PhilippinesPolitics and government
Rodrigo Duterte

“Former president Rodrigo Duterte says he does not want the Philippine republic dismembered, noting that his earlier call for the secession of Mindanao is just a joke and a tactic to scare and draw attention to the long-neglected southern Philippines.”

Vera Files rated this: Flip-flop

Vera Files says: A month prior, Duterte raised the idea of Mindanao breaking away from the Philippines. A few days later, he said political forces in Mindanao were planning to regroup, with Davao Del Norte Rep. Pantaleon Alvarez leading…

Checked by Vera Files29 Feb 2024PhilippinesElections
Rodrigo Duterte

“Former president Rodrigo Duterte says he supports the efforts to amend the 1987 Constitution for as long as the changes would not benefit the incumbents and the set of leaders who will be elected in the next election.”

Vera Files rated this: Flip-flop

Vera Files says: On Jan. 6, Duterte said he sees no reason for Charter change because "we have a good Constitution" and that "there is absolutely… I find it in perfect condition; absolutely nothing wrong with it."