A fact-check report has confirmed that a video featuring Zaldy Co, claiming the Marcos government is harassing critics, is an AI-generated deepfake. Artificial intelligence detection tools flagged the video as 99% likely to be fake.

Those who are accusing the Marcos government of drug-related killings should present solid evidence so authorities can investigate the allegations, a Palace official said yesterday, stressing that President Marcos would not tolerate those who abuse their power.

The Marcos government has assured that sufficient funds are available for rescue and aid efforts following the Mindanao earthquake. This statement comes during the initial hours of the disaster response.

A discussion is ongoing in the Philippines about whether the Marcos government should reduce the Value Added Tax (VAT) from 12% to 10% as a measure to combat inflation.