SEA Games football stampede leaves 2 dead, 1 in coma

A stampede that marred the footfall final in the 26th Southeast Asian Games last Monday (November 21) left two people dead and a nine-year-old boy in a coma. An Agence France Presse report said the incident happened after thousands of …

Palawan Underground River secures spot in ‘provisional’ world’s new 7 wonders.

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MANILA — The Puerto Princesa Underground River (PPUR) in Palawan now belongs to the “provisional” list of the world’s new seven wonders. The New7Wonders Foundation, who initiated the search, has announced November 12 the poll’s provisional results. Aside from the …

Carnival ride accident kills 1, injures 9

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A freak carnival accident has put the spot on the safety of amusement rides, serving as a timely reminder this coming Christmas season when many people take pleasure in amusement parks and funfairs. A defective “caterpillar” ride in a carnival …

AFP Bares Terrorists Backdoor Strategy

According to a senior military officer, several foreign terrorists are using the backdoor approach in penetrating the unchecked areas in Mindanao.

Tourists Told Not to Visit PH for Sex

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As the country intensifies its efforts to boost the nation’s tourism industry, the Palace has called the foreign tourists to come to the Philippines “for the right reasons.”

Facebook Alert for Fake Jobs Abroad

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For the overseas Filipino workers in Afghanistan, Facebook has become the best option to warn their relatives about the rampant illegal recruitment being staged by syndicates promising a higher salary and a better life when employed in the Central Asian state.

Man’s Best friend: Helper, Servant, Protector

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Well-trained dogs are being used in detecting explosives and illegal drugs, preventing potential security threats and protecting property. Dogs have an important role in security.

Issues over Metro Roads Safety

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In Metro Manila, Commonwealth Avenue is known as the ‘killer highway.’ Several accounts of vehicular accidents and deaths are recorded each year to the chagrin of motorists and pedestrians.