Vera Files
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“Leni Robredo delivered her own State of the Nation Address (SONA) in 2023 where she insulted President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.”
“Risa Hontiveros called Bongbong Marcos immature”
“Russia gifted a warship to the Philippines”
“Nagawang ibaba ng administrasyong Marcos ang mga presyo ng bigas, karne, isda, gulay at asukal sa pamamagitan ng mga tindahan ng Kadiwa.”
Vera Files says: Bagama't ang mga tindahan ng Kadiwa ay nagbebenta ng mga paninda sa medyo mas murang presyo, ang pinakabagong ulat ng inflation mula sa Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) ay nagpapakita na ang mga presyo ng pagkain a…
“The Marcos administration was able to bring down prices of rice, meat, fish, vegetables and sugar through the Kadiwa stores.”
Vera Files says: Although Kadiwa stores sell goods at relatively cheaper prices, the latest inflation report from the Philippine Statistics Authority shows that food prices continue to increase but at a slower rate compared to previous …
“The Philippine Coast Guard nabbed a Chinese crew illegally fishing in Tawi-Tawi in July 2023”
“Video shows fatal landslides and floods in India in 2023”
“Willie Ong is endorsing Navitas Barley Grass Powder, which prevents diabetes, heart disease and cancer, and helps with weight loss”
“In the first quarter of 2023, the Philippines' economy registered a 6.4% growth in gross domestic product, which is within the target of 6% to 7% for the year.”
Vera Files says: Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) national statistician Claire Dennis Mapa reported on May 11 that the 6.4% GDP growth in the first quarter of 2023 was “the lowest growth registered after seven quarters when the cou…
“Sa unang quarter ng 2023, ang ekonomiya ng Pilipinas ay nagrehistro ng 6.4% na paglago sa gross domestic product, na pasok sa target na 6% hanggang 7% para ngayong taon.”
Vera Files says: Iniulat ni Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) national statistician Claire Dennis Mapa noong Mayo 11 na ang 6.4% GDP growth sa unang quarter ng 2023 ay "ang pinakamababang paglago na nairehistro pagkatapos ng pitong …
“Sandro Marcos chastised reporters who were asking about the possible contents of President Ferdinand Marcos’ State of the Nation Address (SONA) speech”
“The International Criminal Court (ICC) has ordered the arrest of Rodrigo Duterte for his role in the Philippines’ war on drugs.”
“Video shows severe flooding incident in South Korea in July 2023”
“Members of the LGBT community were invited to Malacañang for the first time in history in June 2023”
“Ang Ren’ai Reef ay bahagi ng Nansha Islands ng China.”
Vera Files says: Ang Ren'ai Reef, na kilala bilang Ayungin Shoal sa Pilipinas at Second Thomas Shoal sa buong mundo, ay bahagi ng 200-nautical-mile exclusive economic zone at continental shelf ng Pilipinas, batay sa arbitral win ng bans…
“Bongbong Marcos ordered the Philippine Navy and Coast Guard to surround Chinese ships at Recto Bank”
“Dr. Manila Crocodile Scar Removal Serum, Dr. Manila Bearberry Melasma Treatment Serum and Dr. Manila White Willow Bark Acne Treatment Serum are serums that can remove scars, and treat melasma and acne. They are developed by the Manila International Hospital.”
“Geriatrician Gary Sy is promoting Glufarelin, a milk supplement that cures diabetes”
“The Ren’ai Reef is part of China’s Nansha Islands.”
Vera Files says: Ren'ai Reef, known as Ayungin Shoal in the Philippines and Second Thomas Shoal internationally, is part of the 200-nautical-mile exclusive economic zone and continental shelf of the Philippines, based on the country’s 2…