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June 23, 2008 shows the hull of the upturned MV Princess of the Stars off the coast of Sibuyan island in Romblon province in the central Philippines. Philippine rescue teams battled furious seas and high winds Monday
Monday, Jun. 23, 2008

Open quoteWhy did you allow it to sail and why was there no ample warning? I want answers.Close quote

  • GLORIA MACAPAGAL-ARROYO
  • Philippines President, in a briefing with civil defense and coast guard authorities after the ferry MV Princess of Stars capsized with 820 passengers missing, having been hit by a predicted typhoon
Photo: AFP / Getty | Source: BBC