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Black Nazarene: deaths and injuries at procession in Manila

Black Nazarene: deaths and injuries at procession in Manila
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By Euronews with AFP
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Thousands gather to take part in the statue's procession through the streets

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Two people have died in Manila during a traditional religious procession.

Hundreds were also injured in the parade of the Black Nazarene which dates back to 1607.

[News5] Black Nazarene traslacion in CDO draws 200,000 https://t.co/MpBpjPHWoZ

— PHL News Online (@PHLNewsOnline) January 9, 2016

Two devotees pulling the carriage holding the image of the Black Nazarene during its proce… https://t.co/4QPom1Cc8Opic.twitter.com/FjXo8vnz1n

— The Varsitarian (@varsitarianust) January 10, 2016

90 percent of Philippinos are Catholic. They believe the statue grants wishes and enacts miracles.

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