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Tuesday, July 15, 2003 (Philippines)
| HERO. Dagul is shown in this file photo being carried to safety by one of his masters at the height of typhoon Chedeng. Foto by Harley F. Palangchao |
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A COMMON Baguio street dog or askal (asong kalye) that gained celebrity status after its heroic exploits were published in the May 29 issue of Sun.Star has once again made headline news here.
Six-year old Dagul, the dog that saved the life of his 16 year-old master during the height of typhoon Chedeng last May, was conferred the prestigious Elizabeth Lewyt Award for heroism.
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Uncoordinated jueteng raid nearly ends in shootout
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Moves on to abolish BIR
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