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6.5 Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Philippines - Fatalities Reported

A significant earthquake measuring 6.5 magnitude has struck the central Philippines, causing building collapses, power outages, and tragic loss of life across multiple provinces.

6.9 Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Central Philippines

A powerful 6.9 magnitude earthquake has rocked the central Philippines, causing significant damage and triggering emergency response efforts across the affected regions.

6.9 Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Philippines Coast

A significant 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck off the Philippines coast, triggering tsunami warnings across the Pacific region and sending powerful aftershocks through vulnerable island communities.

A powerful magnitude 6.1 earthquake strikes the Philippines, causing multiple fatalities and widespread destruction as emergency services launch desperate rescue operations.

30/09/2025 18:23

A significant 6.0 magnitude earthquake has struck near Leyte Island in the Philippines, causing buildings to sway and triggering emergency response protocols. The quake struck at depth of 10km, with tremors felt across multiple regions.

30/09/2025 13:33

Super Typhoon Ragasa Aftermath: Philippines Devastation

Exclusive aerial footage shows catastrophic damage across Philippine communities as Super Typhoon Ragasa leaves trail of destruction, with rescue operations underway.

Manila Floods Spark Fury Over Government Corruption

Mass protests have erupted across the Philippines as citizens blame government corruption and mismanagement for catastrophic flooding that has paralysed the capital, Manila.

Manila Braces for Massive Anti-Corruption Protests

Philippines capital prepares for significant demonstrations amid allegations of deep-rooted corruption in state infrastructure projects, sparking widespread public anger and calls for accountability.

Disaster Survivors Face Dual Trauma and PTSD Crisis

Exclusive: Survivors of Puerto Rico's earthquakes and Hawaii's Maui wildfires face severe PTSD and mental health crises, with experts warning of long-term psychological devastation.

Toxic Landfill Waste Illegally Spread on English Farms

An Environment Agency investigation uncovers a major environmental crime, with hazardous waste from landfills and sewage plants being spread on farmland, threatening food safety and public health.

Bali Flood Disaster: Nine Dead, Australians Trapped

Exclusive report from Bali as catastrophic flooding claims nine lives, leaving Australian holidaymakers stranded amidst devastating landslides and submerged streets. Eyewitness accounts reveal the terror.

China Installs Barrier in Disputed South China Sea

The Philippines condemns China's latest 'floating barrier' installation in the disputed Scarborough Shoal, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing South China Sea territorial conflict.

Philippines Congress Moves to Outlaw Catholic Devotion

A controversial bill seeking to ban the popular Catholic 'Divine Mercy' devotion has sparked a major constitutional crisis in the Philippines, pitting Congress against the Senate and the influential Catholic Church.

Trump's Escalated Drug War: A Dangerous New Reality

Donald Trump's radical new drug war strategy threatens to turn a metaphorical failure into a devastating reality, risking global stability and human rights.

A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake and relentless aftershocks have devastated western Afghanistan, killing more than 2,400 people and flattening entire villages in one of the deadliest seismic events in the country's recent history.

05/09/2025 06:35

Australia's Climate and Disaster Preparedness Overhaul

Exclusive interview with Federal Emergency Management Minister Kristy McBain on Australia's ambitious new climate targets and the critical reforms to national disaster preparedness.

A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake has struck western Afghanistan, just days after a previous quake devastated the same region. The death toll has soared past 2,000, with rescue efforts hampered by remote terrain and damaged infrastructure.

04/09/2025 19:24

Pakistan Floods: 50,000+ Forced to Flee Homes in Punjab

Emergency declared in Pakistan's Punjab province as catastrophic flooding displaces over 50,000 residents. Authorities race against time with rescue operations amid destroyed infrastructure and widespread devastation.

Congo Floods: Over 200 Dead in Catastrophic Landslides

Devastating floods and landslides in eastern Congo have resulted in a tragic loss of life, with scores injured and critical infrastructure destroyed. International aid efforts are mobilising.

Sudan Landslide Kills 1,000; One Sole Survivor Found

A devastating landslide has obliterated an entire village in southern Sudan, claiming an estimated 1,000 lives. A lone survivor has been found as rescue efforts face immense challenges in the remote region.

A devastating landslide has obliterated a remote village in Papua New Guinea's Enga province, with local officials reporting over 100 casualties and fears the death toll could rise significantly as rescue efforts continue.

02/09/2025 06:27

Pakistan's Punjab hit by worst floods in its history

Exclusive aerial video shows the catastrophic scale of flooding in Pakistan's Punjab province, the worst in its recorded history, with vast landscapes submerged and millions affected.

Reeves' Landfill Tax Threatens New-Build House Prices

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering a major expansion of the landfill tax to include construction waste, a move that could add thousands to the cost of a new home and threaten the government's own housebuilding targets.

Filipino Academic Wins Asia's Premier Prize for Governance

Professor Carlos 'Sonny' Coloma is honoured with Asia's premier prize for his decades-long work in empowering Filipino communities through participatory local governance.

Tourist sparks outrage after jumping on whale shark

A viral video captures a tourist in the Philippines leaping from a boat onto the back of a vulnerable whale shark, sparking outrage from marine conservationists and authorities who have launched an investigation.

Philippines Deploys New Tactic in South China Sea Dispute

The Philippines is pioneering a bold new diplomatic approach, using media and international observers to counter Chinese aggression around the disputed Scarborough Shoal. Exclusive details on the escalating tensions.

FEMA's Chilling Katrina Warning: 'Leave or Face Death'

A newly unearthed FEMA memo from the eve of Hurricane Katrina delivers a stark, brutal warning to New Orleans residents: evacuate or face almost certain death, as no government help would be coming. The document reveals the terrifying, unfiltered truth of

AI Reveals Tokyo's Apocalypse if Mount Fuji Erupts

A chilling AI simulation reveals the catastrophic impact a major eruption of Mount Fuji would have on Tokyo and global supply chains, forecasting chaos, ash-covered streets, and economic paralysis.

Shellharbour Flood Disaster: Homes Inundated, Relief Declared

Emergency disaster relief declared for Shellharbour after torrential rain triggers severe flash flooding, causing significant damage to homes and infrastructure along Crooked Creek.

FBI Agent's Arrest in Manila Sparks Diplomatic Crisis

An FBI agent's detention in the Philippines over ammunition possession ignites a fierce diplomatic row, testing the long-standing alliance between the two nations.