Thursday, December 04, 2008 (Philippines)

‘SANTA’FEEDS THE FISH. An employee of the Manila Ocean Park, the largest oceanarium in the country, feeds a stingray and other fishes. Donning the Santa Claus costume aims to attract tourists this Christmas season. Ap photo) COMMUTERS will finally get the provisional fare rollback they have been clamoring for, at least for the next three months. Yesterday, Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) Chairman Thompson Lantion ordered the reduction of fares for taxis and jeepneys after a public hearing attended by representatives from various transport groups in Manila. [full story]