Monday, October 14, 2013

4 Killed in Philippines Earthquake

A 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck in the central Philippines Tuesday morning, killing at least four people and damaging buildings. The quake was centered 56 kilometers deep on Bohol Island, across the strait from Cebu, a popular tourist area. The regional governor said several buildings were damaged, including a church and the city hall. Earthquakes are common in the Philippines, which lies ... More here: 4 Killed in Philippines Earthquake

Four killed as 7.2-magnitude quake strikes Philippines

A major 7.2-magnitude earthquake struck near one of the Philippines key tourist hubs on Tuesday, the United States Geological Survey reported. The local government said four people were killed. More here: Four killed as 7.2-magnitude quake strikes Philippines

Major 7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

Manila (AFP) - A major 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck near one of the Philippines key tourist hubs on Tuesday, the United States Geological Survey reported. More here: Major 7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

MANILA, October 15, 2013 (AFP) - A major 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck near one of the Philippines key tourist hubs on Tuesday, the United States Geological Survey reported. More here: 7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

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

Major 7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

Manila (AFP) - A major 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck near one of the Philippines key tourist hubs on Tuesday, the United States Geological Survey reported. More here: Major 7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

Chinese, Taiwanese tourists return to Boracay

Not even bad weather can stop foreign tourists, including those from China and Taiwan, from pouring into the world-renowned Boracay Island in Aklan province, with their number expected to surpass last year’s figure by 300,000. More here: Chinese, Taiwanese tourists return to Boracay