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Repair of 7,000 typhoon-damaged schools in Bicol almost done
MANILA, Philippines--Repairs of 7,000-plus public school buildings in Bicol that were seriously damaged last year by typhoons "Milenyo" (international code name: Xangsane) and "Reming" (Durian) are nearing completion, according to the Department of Education (DepEd).
PAGASA: Brace for Milenyo-type typhoons this year
MANILA, Philippines -- Nearly a year after the disastrous typhoons "Milenyo" (international codename: Xangsane) and "Reming" (Durian), expect storms as strong to hit the country this year.
'Habitat for humanity' goes on recruitment drive
MANILA, Philippines--It takes no expert to pile blocks, drive nails or paint walls, just the heart to make time to rebuild lives one by one.
Fil-ams in US Navy help in typhoon rehab
LEGAZPI CITY — Many of them have been away from the Philippines for several years and most have never even seen the majestic Mayon Volcano. But on a trip to the homeland they so missed, they are foregoing vacations and sightseeing to instead extend a helping hand to their countrymen in dire need.
Napocor eyes dedicated power plant for Bicol
MANILA, Philippines -- IN LIGHT of typhoons that often hit the Bicol region, leaving it disconnected from the rest of the Luzon grid due to damaged transmission towers and substations, National Power Corp. is considering doing so-called "islanding operations" in the region.