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Hello Rappler readers,
We’ve got breaking news on a Sunday morning – an explosion hit the Chelsea neighborhood in New York.
In the Philippines, Norwegian hostage Kjartan Sekkingstad is free from the Abu Sayyaf, while typhoon-hit Batanes is asking President Rodrigo Duterte for help.
Duterte also revealed there’s been a P1-billion donation to the government. There are donations as well, overseas, for the fight against AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis.
Below are the big stories you shouldn’t miss.
An explosion rocked New York’s Chelsea neighborhood on Saturday, September 17 (Sunday, September 18 in Manila). Check this story for the latest developments.
The Abu Sayyaf released Norwegian hostage Kjartan Sekkingstad after receiving ransom of P30 million. Chief Peace Adviser Jesus Dureza said Sekkingstad is being flown out of Jolo on Sunday.
Batanes Governor Malou Cayco appealed to President Rodrigo Duterte for help in rebuilding the province, which was battered by Typhoon Ferdie (Meranti). The initial cost of damage in Batanes is pegged at P369 million.
The Philippine government is now P1 billion richer, thanks to an anonymous donation. This was revealed by President Rodrigo Duterte, who said part of the money will be used to build field hospitals for soldiers.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced at an international conference that donors have promised nearly $13 billion to fight AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis. Trudeau said this would save 8 million lives.
On Saturday, September 24, Rappler, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), will once again host the annual Social Good Summit. This year, we want you to #HackSociety! Tickets will be available starting Tuesday, September 20.
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