Philippines

Discover how Vitaly Zdorovetskiy's 2025 Manila arrest led to a $400,000 legal battle, allegations of corruption, and a dramatic return to the digital spotlight.

Vinay Patel Mar 05, 2026

A viral video purportedly showing a Filipino woman livestreaming from her Dubai apartment as an Iranian strike hits has raised concerns about her safety.

Clarizza Potoy Mar 02, 2026

A rumour about alleged explicit videos linked to Arron Villaflor, Ron Angeles, Nikko Natividad and Gil Cuerva has surged across Philippine social media, even as key details remain unverified. Here is what has been reported so far — and what Philippine law says about sharing intimate content without consent.

Welbert Bauyaban Mar 02, 2026

Alleged 'private videos' tied to Arron Villaflor, Ron Angeles, Nikko Natividad, and Gil Cuerva are trending—here's what's known and what Philippine law says.

Maybelyn B. Paden Mar 02, 2026

Alleged 'Big Four' video scandals naming Aaron Villaflor, Ron Angeles, Nikko Natividad and Gil Cuerva fuel searches, but experts warn sharing clips may breach RA 9995.

Francis Louie C. Añiga Mar 01, 2026

Explore how viral video scams are manipulating social media platforms like Facebook, Telegram, and X, and learn how to protect yourself.

Clarizza Potoy Feb 13, 2026

A sophisticated phishing scam is using the name of Filipino creator Zyan Cabrera to lure users into clicking malicious links. Despite viral claims, there is no 'Pinay Gold Medalist' scandal video, and clicking these links poses a severe risk to your personal data.

Welbert Bauyaban Feb 12, 2026

TikTok viral video claims hail Zyan Cabrera as a 'Pinay gold medalist,' but evidence is thin; we probe the Philippines rumour and risky links in this news report.

Earnest Daniel Nicolas Feb 12, 2026

Claims that 'Pinay Gold Medalist' Zyan Cabrera is an Olympian or that a "private Telegram clip" has been leaked are being debunked by fact-checkers as part of a phishing campaign. Warnings say the links do not lead to a real video but instead redirect users to fake Facebook login pages or malware downloads that can compromise accounts and personal data.

Clarizza Potoy Feb 12, 2026

Learn about the dangers of saxitoxin and tetrodotoxin, potent neurotoxins found in certain shellfish.

Frederick Marvin Lumba Feb 12, 2026

A viral 'Pinay Gold Medalist' trend has dragged Zyan Cabrera (Jerriel 'Cry4zee') into clickbait posts and 'boyfriend' clips that suggest a 'last day' moment and spark long-distance relationship speculation. Fact-checkers warn the wider story is a phishing scam designed to steal Facebook logins or push malware, not a legitimate sports or celebrity update.

Clarizza Potoy Feb 11, 2026

The viral trend claiming a 'Pinay Gold Medalist' video of Zyan Cabrera has leaked is a malicious phishing scam designed to steal personal data. Cybersecurity experts confirm that Cabrera is a content creator with no Olympic ties, warning users to avoid clicking suspicious links on social media.

Welbert Bauyaban Feb 11, 2026

Zyan Cabrera — also known online as Jerriel 'Cry4zee' — has been falsely labelled a 'Pinay Gold Medalist' in posts pushing 'leaked video' links that fact-checkers say are phishing traps. The scam is timed to exploit Olympics search traffic and can lead to hacked Facebook accounts or malware downloads.

Clarizza Potoy Feb 10, 2026

Tropical Storm Basyang (Penha) has intensified as it approaches Eastern Mindanao, with PAGASA warning of gale-force winds, dangerous seas and storm surge risks across wide areas. Here's what the latest bulletin says—and what its fine print should make residents take seriously.

Jaja Agpalo Feb 05, 2026

Tropical Depression Basyang has entered the Philippine area of responsibility and triggered Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 across eastern Mindanao and the Visayas, with landfall expected between Thursday evening and Friday morning. PAGASA warns of potential intensification into a tropical storm, heavy rainfall of 50–100mm, and coastal flooding affecting vulnerable island communities.

Jaja Agpalo Feb 04, 2026

Footage of a Philippine mayor's SUV surviving a direct RPG hit has sent social media into a frenzy, with viewers likening the scene to a 'real-life GTA lobby.'

Vinay Patel Jan 29, 2026

As Greenland's strategic importance grows amid climate and geopolitical shifts, the Filipino community there finds itself caught in a web of global interests.

Glory Moralidad Jan 28, 2026

A foreign national visiting the Philippines shared in a series of posts that he wants to spread HIV, stirring concern amongst local netizens.

Denise Nequinto Jan 20, 2026

Russian vlogger Vitaly Zdorovetskiy has been deported and blacklisted from the Philippines.

Briane Nebria Jan 18, 2026

China filed a diplomatic complaint against the Philippines after a Coast Guard presentation featured satirical images of President Xi Jinping, angering Beijing over the South China Sea.

Thea Felicity Jan 18, 2026

Fans speculate Eman Pacquiao is the mystery man in Jillian Ward's viral TikTok video. Read how the boxer addressed the dating rumours and cleared the air.

Aiza Moraña Jan 18, 2026

Vitaly Zdorovetskiy's net worth takes a hit following a 9-month jail term in the Philippines as he awaits deportation to Moscow for multiple crimes.

Kella Pacquiao Jan 16, 2026

Magnitude 4.8 earthquake strikes Pangasinan on 10 January 2026. Intensity IV shaking in Bani; tremor felt across northern Luzon. No damage reported.

Jaja Agpalo Jan 09, 2026

The 19-day disappearance of Philippine bride-to-be Sherra De Juan gripped the nation before ending in her safe recovery, highlighting the emotional toll of wedding pressure and family health crises.

Welbert Bauyaban Dec 29, 2025

Philippine authorities have rejected claims that the alleged Bondi Beach attackers trained in Mindanao, saying there is no evidence of armed activity during their 28-day stay in Davao.

Precious Mae Bacudo Dec 19, 2025

Former Philippine infrastructure official Catalina Cabral has died after an alleged fall, police say, as public questions grow amid a corruption probe.

Marie Joy Toledo Dec 19, 2025

Richard Gomez, Leyte congressman and former actor, hits Philippine Fencing Association president over an athlete's SEA Games removal and refuses to apologise.

Samantha Gwen Baniqued Dec 18, 2025

A Manila teacher was arrested for allegedly forcing a student to eat a cockroach to silence them after witnessing the suspect sexually assaulting another young pupil.

Catherine Armecin Martin Dec 16, 2025

Tropical Depression Wilma nears Eastern Visayas, posing a major flood risk due to its slow movement. Sea travel is risky with 5.5m waves.

Jaja Agpalo Dec 05, 2025

Wilma accelerates toward Visayas; TCWS No. 1 in effect. Landfall expected tonight.

Jaja Agpalo Dec 04, 2025