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Dozens feared trapped after building collapses in Philippines

Around 30 to 40 people ⁠are feared trapped after a nine-story building under construction collapsed in Angeles City, north of the Philippine capital, a city official said Sunday.

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What happened Around 30 to 40 people ⁠are feared trapped after a nine-story building under construction collapsed in Angeles City, north of the Philippine capital, a city official said Sunday.
The headline split One side frames it as "Dozens feared trapped after building collapses in Philippines". The other frames it as "A 9-story building under construction in Philippines collapses, possibly trapping dozens...".
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The Japan TimesNews report · May 24, 5:27 AM

Dozens feared trapped after building collapses in Philippines

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Around 30 to 40 people ⁠are feared trapped after a nine-story building under construction collapsed in Angeles City, north of the Philippine capital, a city official said Sunday.

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Washington's Top News (WTOP)News report · May 24, 3:13 AM

A 9-story building under construction in Philippines collapses, possibly trapping dozens of workers

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MANILA, Philippines (AP) — A nine-story building under construction in a city north of the Philippine capital collapsed early Sunday…

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May 24, 3:13 AM: Washington's Top News (WTOP) joined the source map.

May 24, 5:27 AM: The Japan Times joined the source map.

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