Friday, November 29, 2013

France warns nationals vs 'resurgence' of terror attacks in Mindanao

France on Wednesday (Manila time) advised its nationals in the Philippines to avoid travel to parts of Mindanao, as it cited a "resurgence" of terrorist attacks there since late August. More here: France warns nationals vs 'resurgence' of terror attacks in Mindanao

DOT confident tourist arrivals will top 5-million mark this year

London — The Department of Tourism is confident that the Philippines will exceed the five-million tourists arrival mark this year, lower than the government’s earlier target of 5.5 million. On the sidelines of Philippine Airlines’ (PAL) Manila to London inaugural flight reception here, Tourism Secretary Ramon R. Jimenez Jr. said that the projected slower tourist […] More here: DOT confident tourist arrivals will top 5-million mark this year

Sparrow nurse to travel to the Philippines to help typhoon victims

Nursing is Ashley Forsberg's second career, the one she pursued a decade ago when her job as a computer programming subcontractor for the state was cut. Its also the most rewarding job she has ever had. A registered nurse with Lansings Sparrow Health System, Forsberg said shes a natural caretaker who delights at making patients smile. That doesnt change, whether the patient is in a bed at ... More here: Sparrow nurse to travel to the Philippines to help typhoon victims

Sparrow nurse to travel to the Philippines to help typhoon victims

Loading Photo Galleries ... How you can help typhoon victims | USA NOW: Relief organizations are working fast to send aid after Typhoon Haiyan slammed into the Philippines. More here: Sparrow nurse to travel to the Philippines to help typhoon victims