Rappler

Rappler is a Philippine online news platform known for its comprehensive coverage of national elections and social issues. It recently launched the #AmBAGNatinChallenge to engage citizens in discussions about leadership qualities ahead of the 2025 elections, reflecting its commitment to fostering community involvement. Rappler also republished a documentary on Pope Francis's visit to the Philippines, highlighting its role in documenting significant cultural and political events.

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Last updated at April 25, 2025.

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De Guzman urges water coop formation over switching providers

Senatorial candidate Leody de Guzman urged customers of Villar-led PrimeWater Infrastructure Corp. and other local water firms to form cooperatives instead of switching to another private provider during a speech in Dasmariñas City on Sunday.
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Filipinos observe Good Friday with prayer, reflection, and local traditions

Good Friday, April 18, 2025, marks the Christian observance of Jesus' death at Calvary, with Filipinos commemorating the day through prayer, reflection, and unique local traditions such as flagellation and reenactments of Christ's crucifixion.
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Filipinos observe Maundy Thursday with prayer and tradition

Filipino believers observed Maundy Thursday with solemn traditions such as reflecting on Jesus Christ's Last Supper and the symbolic act of washing his disciples' feet, which emphasizes humility and service.
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Google Maps labels 'West Philippine Sea' following SC ruling

Google Maps now displays 'West Philippine Sea' following searches related to Scarborough Shoal or Panatag Shoal, making the label more visible at various zoom levels.
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ICC prosecutor likely to find evidence for Duterte drug war crimes

A crimes against humanity expert expressed confidence that the policy element will not pose a significant challenge for prosecutors in the confirmation of charges hearing for former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte.
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Comelec contract partner withdraws, Discaya denies involvement

In October 2024, one of three local partners withdrew from a P18-billion contract awarded by the Commission on Elections (Comelec) for new automated counting machines.
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Cunanan testifies Roque behind fake cocaine video

On Tuesday, April 8, blogger Vicente 'Pebbles' Cunanan testified before the House tri-committee that former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque was behind the dissemination of a suspicious video allegedly showing President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. using cocaine.
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Users responsible for Facebook posts; slow takedown times criticized

Meta's director for public policy in Southeast Asia, Rafael Frankel, stated at a House Tri Committee hearing that users are ultimately responsible for the content they post on Facebook.
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Meta outlines three-pronged strategy against misinformation

Meta presented its strategy to combat misinformation during the House Tri-Committee hearing on Tuesday, April 8.
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Canadian court dismisses INC defamation case for non-compliance

A Canadian court dismissed a defamation case filed by the Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) against the CBC over publications alleging corruption and other crimes after the religious group repeatedly failed to comply with court orders.
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