Philippines seeks Japan, US help as oil spill spreads

He did not elaborate on the type of help sought, and the US embassy did not immediately comment. Diesel fuel and thick oil from the tanker have contaminated the waters and beaches of nine municipalities along the coast of Oriental Mindoro province, known for its rich marine life. More thanContinue Reading

More than 945 people fall prey to ‘fake friend’ scams since January, losing at least S.2 million

SINGAPORE: Police are warning of the re-emergence of “fake friend” scams, with at least 945 victims cheated of more than S$3.2 million since January. The cases typically involve scammers contacting victims through text messages or phone calls, pretending to be someone they know, and then asking for financial help. “In theseContinue Reading