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Families of methanol poisoning victims ‘shocked’ by £95 fine handed to Laos hostel staff

Parents of Melbourne teens accuse Australian government of lack of communication which ‘made an unbearable grief even worse’

Carpio, Azcuna clash on what ideal anti-dynasty law should be

MANILA, Philippines — Two former Supreme Court (SC) justices gave different views on proposals to ban political dynasties, with one saying that the ideal law would prohibit relatives up to the fourth degree of consanguinity and affinity, while another views such a measure to be unenforceable and an overreach. At the hearing of the House of

Jose de Venecia’s family confirms the former House speaker has died

MANILA, Philippines — Former House Speaker Jose de Venecia has died at the age of 89, his family confirmed on Tuesday. In a statement, de Venecia’s family said that the former speaker “devoted his life to public service — as journalist, diplomat, entrepreneur, legislator, Speaker of the House, and global advocate for peace.” “With heavy hearts,

Caap donates 2 aircraft to Naap for aviation education

MANILA, Philippines — The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (Caap) on Tuesday said it donated two Helio aircraft to the National Aviation Academy of the Philippines (Naap) in an effort to advance the country’s aviation education. According to Caap the two aircraft were donated following a signing ceremony between the agency and Naap at

Ex-House Speaker Jose de Venecia Jr. dies at 89

DAGUPAN CITY — Five-time House Speaker Jose de Venecia Jr. passed away on Tuesday. Pangasinan 4th District Representative Gina de Venecia announced her husband’s passing in a social media post on Tuesday.  “Everyone is still in shock,” said a close aide of the former political leader, one of Dagupan’s beloved sons. Also known as JDV or “Manang

Elvis Presley 'unguarded' in unseen footage used in new Baz Luhrmann film