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Piracy threat prompts dark sail for cruise ship in Philippine waters

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Passengers aboard a luxury cruise liner were plunged into an eerie cloak of darkness recently as the ship navigated through a stretch of water in the southern Philippines notorious for piracy. Crew members on the Cunard-operated vessel Queen Anne instructed guests to turn off unnecessary lights, draw their curtains, and remain vigilant as the ship … Read more

Bangsamoro gov’t welcomes Congress approval of final date for parliamentary polls

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The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) on Tuesday welcomed the Congress’ approval of the new date for its first parliamentary elections, which will give way for the transition from the now-defunct Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. “This legislative measure, which was certified as urgent by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., reflects the necessity … Read more