Two Minors Held in Tacloban School Shooting That Killed 3
Three students were killed and at least seven others injured in a shooting at a public high school in Tacloban City, Philippines. Police have taken two minors, aged 15 and 14, into custody, with personal grudges related to bullying cited as a possible motive. President Marcos has ordered a thorough investigation.
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