Deadly ferry explosion in the Philippines and other top stories

An urgent search for survivors is underway in Philippines after an explosion and fire on a ferry. Dozens of people are missing, and authorities believe there may be people trapped onboard, but the Philippine coastguard says it’s still too dangerous for rescue crews to board the vessel.

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