Rappler's latest stories on netizens reaction
#SEAGamesFail: Netizens embarrassed by Philippines' SEA Games hosting
Concerns about the Philippines' hosting flood social media, following viral posts about athletes encountering logistical mishaps
Policy reforms pushed to address 'teacher-shaming' after Tulfo episode
One of the recommendations of Teachers' Dignity Coalition is to ensure that all schools have registered guidance counselors with higher salaries
Raffy Tulfo in hot water after persuading teacher to have license revoked
'I hope people would realize that there is no such thing as Tulfo justice,' tweets one netizen
On what grounds? Netizens weigh in on Duterte’s vaping ban
'Not a fan of vaping, but whatever happened to due process?' one netizen writes
She didn't get the crown, but Patch’s final speech wins Filipino fans over
'Even without the crown, Patch was able to use the Miss International platform to deliver her message,' tweets one netizen
Easier said than done? Netizens discuss Duterte’s idea to ban single-use plastics
‘That is good, if he decides to be serious about it,’ one netizen writes
Online, it's hard to keep up with the Barrettos
'Do you believe her?' one social media user asks
#ProclaimTheRealVP: Netizens weigh in on Marcos vs Robredo poll protest
Supporters of Vice President Leni Robredo and ex-senator Ferdinand Marcos Jr clash online after Supreme Court delays its decision on Marcos' protest against Robredo
Panelo didn't experience real commuter struggle, netizens say
(UPDATED) Panelo receives special treatment from policemen and traffic enforcers during his nearly-4-hour commute from Marikina to Malacañang
‘Wala daw crisis?’: Netizens slam government's denial of transpo problem
‘Teka lang, bakit may solusyon siya kung wala namang problema?’ one netizen asks
Do it every day! Netizens react to Panelo’s planned commute
Without special preparation and treatment, will Presidential Spokesman Salvador Panelo survive the long lines, hours of waiting, and horrendous traffic that commuters endure every day?
Sparing the rod: Netizens debate physical punishment at home
'A little spanking here and there is necessary if it's called for,' admits one commenter
‘This gov’t is good at recycling garbage’: Netizens slam Mocha Uson's OWWA appointment
What do you think of the Duterte administration's move to bring Mocha Uson back to government?
Hazing as torture: Netizens cry for #JusticeForDarwin
In light of the death of PMA Cadet Darwin Dormitorio, netizens debate on 'murderous tradition' of hazing
Dela Rosa slammed for vaccine remark: ‘Hindi comedy bar ang Senado!’
'Are drug wars created so that you, the PNP, and your backers can make money too?' asks one netizen
'People fall in love, people fall out of love:' Netizens debate divorce
As the Senate continues to hear 3 divorce bills, Filipinos online weigh in on legalizing divorce in the country
‘How about according to zodiac sign?’: Netizens mock ‘brand coding’ traffic scheme
Commuters brands the traffic schemes considered by the MMDA as 'band-aid' solutions, especially when the public transport system remains a mess
‘This is not about your father:’ Netizens slam Imee Marcos for Heroes’ Day message
Do you think a formal declaration is needed for someone to be recognized as a hero?
Mandatory ROTC? Fix K to 12 program first, netizens say
Do you agree with lawmakers that making ROTC mandatory would instill a sense of nationalism and patriotism into the Filipino youth?
Is the Filipino worth dying for? Netizens weigh in on Ninoy's famous quote
Do you think that Ninoy Aquino's fight for freedom was in vain, or is the fight not yet over?
After MMDA’s faulty policy, netizens suggest ‘solutions’ to Metro Manila traffic
Following the crisis faced by commuters, we took the question online: How then should MMDA solve Metro Manila’s traffic problem?
Class divide: Filipinos slam MMDA for ‘anti-poor’ EDSA policy
(UPDATED) MMDA traffic chief Bong Nebrija says the problem lies with the lack of discipline among bus drivers who swerve lanes, causing traffic buildup
Grab slammed for 'normalizing' cheating
(UPDATED) After receiving backlash online, Grab Philippines says they will reach out to the female celebrities to extend their apologies
Filipinos on Independence Day 2019: 'We’re far from free'
Are we – as individuals, as a people, and as a nation – truly free? Netizens don't seem to think so.
‘Where’s the credibility, Comelec?’
Filipinos react to the Commission on Elections' decision approving the last-minute bid of Ronald Cardema to become a party-list nominee
Netizens slam SC ruling to make Filipino, Panitikan optional in college
'Ito ang mga kaluluwa ng ating pagkakakilanlan,' says a netizen who joined others on social media in slamming the High Court’s decision to make Filipino and Panitikan optional in college
As #LoveWins in Taiwan, Filipinos weigh in on same-sex marriage in PH
Is predominantly Catholic Philippines ready for same-sex marriage?
'Disappointed but not surprised': Filipinos react to initial election results
Netizens are frustrated over the partial, unofficial results of the senatorial elections
Netizens ask Malacañang: What's the obsession with matrices?
Netizens poke fun at the latest matrix released by Malacañang
Netizens vow to #HoldTheLine as Maria Ressa arrested again
On Twitter, hashtags #HoldTheLine and #DefendPressFreedom quickly trend as netizens slam the second arrest of Rappler CEO and Executive Editor Maria Ressa
'Traitor to youth': Groups slam NYC chief’s proposal vs 'anti-government' scholars
(UPDATED) The National Union of Students of the Philippines says National Youth Commission Chairman Ronald Cardema should resign for making such a proposal
After Maria Ressa's arrest, netizens decry 'desperate move to silence' press
The arrest triggers an outpouring of comments from netizens lambasting the move as a desperate effort to silence critics and intimidate the press
Bottled-up emotions: Netizens slam liquids ban in train stations
'Are tears banned too?' an irate netizen asks Metro Manila's train officials
Why target kids? Jail corrupt officials first, netizens tell lawmakers
Netizens believe that jail is not the place for 9-year-old children to learn from their mistakes
Netizens rage over Cove Manila's balloon drop world record attempt
According to the Guinness World Records website, record managers no longer monitor attempts which are detrimental to the environment
‘Uncivilized, undisciplined’: Netizens bash littering visitors in Luneta
There was a lot of trash talk when netizens found out about the garbage in Luneta on Christmas Day
#NeverTolerateBullying: Netizens demand swift action from Ateneo
How do you think should the academic institution address this bullying incident?
‘Problematic, romanticized:' Netizens hit Catriona Gray’s winning answer
Did Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray ‘romanticize’ poverty in her winning answer?
She didn't win the crown, but Spain’s Angela Ponce captivates netizens
Netizens celebrate Angela Ponce's stint at the Miss Universe pageant
'On what grounds?' Netizens question martial law extension in Mindanao
Restricting 'the freedom of many because of the radical minds of [a] few is too much,' says one Mindanaoan
'How to get away with plunder': Netizens blast Revilla’s acquittal with memes
While Bong Revilla praises the verdict on him, netizens say it's one amazing story!
'Fighting till the end': Netizens laud UP Maroons despite Game 2 loss
Many posts express great pride in the Maroons for coming so far after so long and instilling hope in the UP community
'Exempted no more:' Twitter explodes as U.P. reaches 2018 UAAP Finals
Just two weeks after the UP Fighting Maroons booked their first UAAP Final Four appearance in 21 years, here's another historic feat that deserves to be celebrated
Netizens angered by PNP double standard towards Imelda Marcos
The stark contrast between how PNP is handling the former first lady's case and other recent controversial arrest cases did not escape the attention of many Filipino netizens
Netizens do a spit take over Duterte's 'laway mo, kunin ko' statement
There is also online clamor for senatorial bet Pia Cayetano to respond to President Rodrigo Duterte's misogynistic remarks
'Nakakagalit, nakakagimbal': Netizens decry death of 9 farmers in Negros Occidental
This is the eighth recorded incident of farmers being killed under Duterte's administration
Twitter war erupts over Angkas drivers supporting Bong Go
Would you stop using a company's products or services if they become affiliated with a politician or political stance?
Mocha resigned? Netizens doubt it's her last act
Speculations on why the controversial ex-communications official stepped down flood Twitter
Rant session? Netizens dismayed by Duterte's Q and A with Panelo
Netizens express their frustration over the téte-a-téte
LOOK: Netizens poke fun at 30th SEA Games logo
After drawing flak online, the organizers claim that a final version of the SEA Games logo will be released in November
