Lapu-Lapu tragedy survivor says upcoming 2026 festival should not happen

Lapu-Lapu tragedy survivor says upcoming 2026 festival should not happen

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Some survivors and community groups are urging organizers not to hold another Lapu-Lapu Day event in 2026, saying families are still grieving and questions remain about how millions in donations were handled.

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