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Philippine ferry fire kills 5, dozens missing

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A fire erupted on the M/V June Aster ferry near Palawan, Philippines, resulting in at least five confirmed deaths.
Authorities report 86 people remain missing following the blaze, with ongoing search and rescue operations having saved 42 individuals so far.
The vessel's manifest listed 134 passengers and crew, and efforts continue to account for all on board and investigate the incident.
This tragedy follows several other fatal ferry accidents in the Philippines, highlighting persistent maritime safety challenges in the region.

Today 17:11Key points summarised by AI

Thailand officially enters its rainy season on Thursday, with the Meteorological Department forecasting overall rainfall to be 5% above average for the year, despite being less than last year.
Regional variations in rainfall are expected, including above-average rain in the North and Northeast until July, followed by a mid-season dry spell, and below-average rainfall on the southern east coast later in the season.
Intense rainfall, potential storms, flash floods, and river overflows are predicted from August to October, with 1-2 tropical storms likely to impact northern and northeastern provinces.