Tremor Hits Manila, No Damage Reported A mild earthquake struck parts of Metro Manila, the capital of the Philippines, at around 2:24 PM local time today, Sept. 18. The magnitude three (3) tremor alarmed some residents and office workers in tall buildings who felt the jolt several stories up. According to officials of […]
Son of Philippine Icons to Seek Presidency
The son of Philippine democracy icons Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino and Corazon Aquino will run for the highest position in the country. Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III recently broke his silence over his decision to join the presidential race for 2010. For weeks, there have been speculation over the united opposition’s plans to field a contender for […]