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ICC rejects Duterte's appeal for interim release

The International Criminal Court's Appeals Chamber unanimously upheld the decision keeping former president Rodrigo Duterte in detention in The Hague, Netherlands. This is not a reclusion perpetua sentence as claimed in a viral video. The decision was issued on March 6, 2026.

Fact check: Fr. Flavie Villanueva remains a priest, not defrocked

March 13, 2026 Reported by AI

A viral YouTube video claims Catholic priest Flaviano “Flavie” Villanueva has been defrocked for allegedly receiving suitcases of money from public funds and misappropriating billions of pesos. However, fact-checkers confirm he remains a priest, with no papal decree issued. He has filed complaints against his accusers amid ongoing allegations.

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No Supreme Court order expelling Abante from House

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Fact check: Fake quote card of Kristina Conti on death penalty stance

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Claims of Duterte's return to Philippines with tracker are false

Sara Duterte declares 2028 presidential bid

Vice President Sara Duterte declared her candidacy for president in the 2028 elections on February 18, 2026, amid four impeachment complaints against her. The announcement followed the spread of a fake AI-generated survey showing her leading with 60% support. Experts say it is a strategy to influence politicians amid her family's ICC issues.

Fact check: Sandro Marcos remains House majority leader

February 19, 2026 Reported by AI

No Supreme Court ruling exists against House Majority Leader Ferdinand Alexander “Sandro” Marcos, according to a Rappler fact check. A misleading Facebook post claimed he was removed from office, but he remains listed as majority leader on the official House of Representatives website.

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