Archive for June 23rd, 2008

Of nature’s fury and men’s carelessness

June 23, 2008

As of this writing, the death toll from the capsized Princess of the Stars vessel-after being pounded by typhoon Frank–is at 5, leaving the other 600-plus passengers missing.  The sunken ship had been searched and no signs of life were observed.  Most of them could be outside the ship, seeking refuge in a life boat or in [...]