Saturday, October 19, 2013

NDRRMC call off search for quake survivors

Philippines 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: NDRRMC call off search for quake survivors

Skyscanner reveals 61% of flyers want to use devices in-flight

Manila, Philippines, 17 Oct 2013: A survey by leading global travel search site Skyscanner has found that 61% of flyers want to use their mobile devices in-flight while 33% immediately turn on their phones as soon as they touch down. “These findings are based on a study conducted on behalf of the US Federal Aviation […] More here: Skyscanner reveals 61% of flyers want to use devices in-flight

Philippines calls off search for quake survivors

MANILA - 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. "The rescue operations have ended and instead we are now conducting recovery operations," said disaster chief Eduardo del Rosario. "We are still looking for 13 others. Our responders are now on site to recover their bodies," the ... More here: Philippines calls off search for quake survivors