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Philippines bans GoreBox app after three killed in school shooting: What we know
Key takeaways
- Add ARY News on Google AAResize The Philippines has temporarily blocked the Gore Box gaming app days after a shocking school shooting in the country killed three students and left 20 injured.
- According to investigators probing the rare shooting, two teenagers were accused of opening fire on students at San Jose National High School in Tacloban City.
- One of the teens in custody has regularly played the game, which allows players to use various weapons and depicts graphic violence.
Why this matters: local context for readers following news across Pakistan and the region.
Add ARY News on Google AAResize The Philippines has temporarily blocked the Gore Box gaming app days after a shocking school shooting in the country killed three students and left 20 injured.
According to investigators probing the rare shooting, two teenagers were accused of opening fire on students at San Jose National High School in Tacloban City.
One of the teens in custody has regularly played the game, which allows players to use various weapons and depicts graphic violence.
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