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Philippines: Multi-Level Parking in Baguio’s Burnham Park Opposed

Wenilyn Asuncion7 years ago7 years ago08 mins

BAGUIO, Philippines (ViaNews) – Locals gathered early morning on September 13 at Burnham Park to protest the proposed construction of several multi-level podium parking within the heart of Philippines’ Summer Capital. Burnham Park was named as a cultural heritage considering that it is more than 50 years old. It is located at the center of…

Filipino Youth: From Nation’s Hope to Shooting Targets

Wenilyn Asuncion7 years ago7 years ago012 mins

“Show good manners or the police will arrest you.” This is what Filipino elderlies often say to scare off misbehaving children. What might seem as a simple disciplinary advice, however, has turned out to be a bloody reality among Filipino youth. The killing of a 17-year-old high school student on the night of August 16…