`fact-check`

Rappler Fact Check wRap Exposes August’s Fake Quotes and False Claims

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Rappler has released its Fact Check wRap video for August, presented by researcher-writer Lourence Marcellana. The episode compiles fake quotes and false claims that circulated during the month to help viewers separate truth from fiction. Misinformation can distort public discourse in the Philippines, so this fact-checking roundup helps Quezon City residents and other Filipinos recognize viral falsehoods before they share them. It supports media literacy at a time when fake claims spread rapidly on social media. The video is available on Rappler’s website and social media platforms, hosted by researcher-writer Lourence Marcellana. Viewers can watch it for free to review the notable fake quotes and false claims flagged by Rappler’s fact-check team.

Fact Check: Fake Claire Castro Quote on Floods and Blocked Drains Goes Viral

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A Rappler fact-check article debunks a viral fake quote attributed to Claire Castro, which blamed heavy floods on blocked drains. The original image included a satire disclaimer that was removed in many reposts of the graphic. Flooding is a pressing issue for Quezon City and Metro Manila residents, so false quotes can spread quickly and distort public understanding. Knowing this quote is fake helps readers avoid sharing disinformation during the rainy season. Readers can read the full fact-check on Rappler’s Newsbreak section without registration. When encountering viral flood-related quotes, compare them with official sources and look for original image disclaimers such as a satire label.