Manila, April 11, 2025 (AFP) - Early holiday, more fans: Philippines schools adapt to climate change

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Kindergarten teacher Lolita Akim fires up five standing fans with three more at the ready as she fights to hold the attention of her pint-sized pupils in Manila's soaring heat. Last year, heatwaves forced millions of children in the Philippines out of school. It was the first time that soaring temperatures had caused widespread class suspensions, prompting a series of changes. This school year started two months earlier than usual, so the term en......

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