The Philippines Reopens Resort Island Of Boracay After Six Month Cleaning Closure
(WorldNews Asia)

After the immaculate white sand beaches of Boracay became overcrowded and became threatened by widespread sewage pollution, the Philippine government took action to save the island paradise with a six-month closure to help clean up with a grand reopening to celebrate their efforts held on Monday, according to Deutsche Welle. The beaches will be fully open to foreigners again on October 26, but media and some individuals were offered a glimpse of the new Boracay, which will have far more rules than previously to help curb pollution and partying. The Philippines Environment Secretary Roy Cimatu promised, `I guarantee that the water is now very clean. The island is now a sight to behold....