38 Dead, 15 Missing After Philippine Ferry Capsizes

Rescuers in the Philippines continue searching for 15 people still missing after a ferry capsized in the central part of the country. Officials said Friday three more bodies have been found, bringing the death toll to 38. At least 134 passengers were rescued or swam ashore. The Kim Nirvana went down Thursday just minutes after leaving Ormoc City on the island of Leyte on its regular route to the Camotes Islands. An initial investigation suggests a combination of bad weather and...

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