Sunday, March 05, 2006 (Philippines)

Original settlers of 11 islands in Zamboanga City discuss the resources of the islands as shown in the map with Gregorio Sadioa (second from left) of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources during a meeting with the first 200 families who will return to the islands. (Contributed photo) BASILAN PROVINCE -- Isabela City folks were stricken with grief with the assassination of their beloved Mayor Luis "Boboy" Biel II. His untimely death, they said, is a great loss not only to Isabela City, but to the entire Province of Basilan. What’s your opinion on Arroyo’s emergency rule? Post comment. [full story]