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Philippines: Protests Over Flood-Control Corruption Turn Violent in Manila

On Sunday, tens of thousands of people took to the streets of Manila to protest alleged corruption in government flood-control projects. Demonstrators clashed with police at multiple locations, including Ayala Bridge, Recto, and Mendiola, throwing rocks and firebombs. The unrest resulted in over 200 arrests and at least 50 people hospitalized, including nearly 100 police officers who were injured. Some protesters were detained for allegedly setting fire to a truck.

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Sherpas from Nepal working to repair mountain trails in Japan

TOYAMA, Japan - Sherpas Da Tshiri (L) and Pasang pose for photos on Aug. 7, 2013 in Japan's Northern Alps, where they work on the construction of trekking trails on the Tateyama mountain range, among other projects.

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Sherpas from Nepal working to repair mountain trails in Japan

TOYAMA, Japan - Sherpas Pasang (R) and Da Tshiri at work behind a lodge on the Tateyama mountain range in Japan's Northern Alps on Aug. 6, 2013.