5 dead in Philippine ferry fire off Palawan with scores still missing
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Source: Nikkei Asia
Published: 2026-09-10 12:30 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Business, Crime & Justice, Natural Disasters, Philippines, Economy & Finance, Business & Economy, Asia Pacific
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Flames engulf the MV June Aster passenger ferry after it caught fire near the Philippine island of Coron on Wednesday night. At least five people were killed and scores are missing, the Philippine Coast Guard said. (Screenshot from Philippine Coast Guard's Facebook page)
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