Philippines News
The Philippines is an archipelagic country in Southeast Asia comprising numerous islands in the western Pacific Ocean.
Ferry Fire in Philippines Kills 76
A passenger ferry caught fire en route to the popular tourist destination of Coron in the Philippines. Authorities continue to recover bodies, with 76 confirmed fatalities. Thirty passengers and 13 crew members were rescued.
Philippines ferry fire kills 5, 87 missing
A fire erupted on the MV June Aster ferry near Palawan, Philippines, resulting in five confirmed deaths and 87 people missing. Forty-three individuals were rescued from the vessel.
Turkey Appoints New Ambassadors, Ministry Officials
Turkey's Official Gazette published presidential decrees appointing new ambassadors to 12 countries and making changes within the Diyanet (Religious Affairs) Presidency, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, and the Ministry of Family and Social Services. New officials were also appointed to various other government bodies.
The Philippines is an archipelagic country in Southeast Asia comprising numerous islands in the western Pacific Ocean.