Friday, October 18, 2013

Philippines calls off search for quake survivors

Philippine rescuers on Saturday called off the search for survivors after a powerful earthquake on the tourist island of Bohol that killed at least 180 people. More here: Philippines calls off search for quake survivors

7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines

A major 7.2 magnitude earthquake has struck near Cebu City, one of the Philippines' key tourist hubs. More here: 7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines

Philippines airport terminal 'world's worst'

The Philippines' main Manila airport terminal has been named the world's worst for the second year in a row in a survey by an online travel website. More here: Philippines airport terminal 'world's worst'

Struggling to reach Philippines earthquake survivors

BOHOL, 18 October 2013 (IRIN) - Residents of Bohol in the central Philippines are still reeling after a 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck the tourist island, Bohol, on 15 October. At least 171 people are confirmed dead and close to 400 were injured when the quake struck shortly after 8am local time, affecting more than 3.4 million people, some of whom aid workers are still struggling to reach. Of ... More here: Struggling to reach Philippines earthquake survivors

Philippines airport terminal ‘world’s worst’

MANILA: The Philippines’ main Manila airport terminal has been named the world’s worst for the second year in a row in a survey by an online travel website. Officials on Friday brushed off the survey results, insisting conditions were being improved. “The Guide to Sleeping in Airports” website said Manila’s crowded Terminal 1 was ranked by travellers based on comfort, convenience, cleanliness ... More here: Philippines airport terminal ‘world’s worst’

Philippines airport terminal named 'worst in the world'

The Philippines' main Manila airport terminal has been named the world's worst for the second year in a row in a survey by an online travel website. More here: Philippines airport terminal named 'worst in the world'

Philippines airport terminal 'world's worst'

The Philippines' main Manila airport terminal has been named the world's worst for the second year in a row in a survey by an online travel website. Officials on Friday brushed off the survey results, ... More here: Philippines airport terminal 'world's worst'