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Taiwan says its sovereignty cannot be 'violated', as China ends coast guard patrol

Taiwan's coast guard asserts its maritime sovereignty cannot be violated by China. China recently ended a patrol east of Taiwan, inspecting vessels and claiming jurisdiction. Taiwan insists China has no rights in these waters and will expel any asserting jurisdiction. This follows China's reaction to Japan and the Philippines discussing…

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Musical chairs at the UN Security Council

The UN General Assembly has a busy year ahead. First, the members have chosen their new president to preside over the 81st General Assembly. Then, the 193 members picked five new non-permanent members to serve on the 15-member Security Council. Later in the year, the full Assembly will choose a…

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David Briscoe, AP journalist who chronicled Philippines' democratic revolution, dies at 82

Longtime Associated Press journalist David Briscoe has died at 82

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Philippines continues rescue effort after powerful Mindanao quake

The Philippines continued rescue operations on 10 June after a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck Mindanao, killing at least 37 people, injuring nearly 500 and forcing more than 32,000 residents from their homes.

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Philippines struck by aftershocks after devastating earthquake leaves 45 dead

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Philippines urges China to remove shoal structure, warns against island-building

Philippines urges China to remove floating ⁠platform at Scarborough Shoal, as security officials release photos showing platform with antenna and personnel

Bangkok Post

Philippines earthquake: Search for missing continues after powerful quake claims 46 lives

The Philippines earthquake death toll has climbed to 46, with a supermarket employee's body recovered in General Santos City. Most new fatalities are from Davao Occidental, victims of landslides and building collapses. The powerful tremor also triggered tsunami warnings and affected neighboring countries, with waves recorded as far as Japan.

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Philippines earthquake: Aftershocks complicate recovery from quake that killed 45 and displaced thousands

A powerful earthquake has devastated southern Mindanao, Philippines. Dozens of rescuers narrowly escaped a collapsing grocery in General Santos city during a strong aftershock. The 7.8-magnitude quake has claimed at least 45 lives and left 17 missing. Over 25,000 people are displaced. Infrastructure damage is extensive, impacting roads, bridges, and…

The Economic Times

Aftershocks complicate Philippine recovery from quake that killed 45 and displaced thousands

Aftershocks are rocking the southern Philippines days after a powerful earthquake that left at least 45 people dead and 17 others missing

The Independent UK

Powerful aftershocks hamper recovery work after Philippines earthquake kills 45

Magnitude 7.8 earthquake injured over 600 people and damaged over 3,100 homes

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Philippines earthquake death toll rises to 46 as rescue efforts continue

Rescuers in the southern Philippines pulled a body from the rubble of a collapsed supermarket on Wednesday, as the death toll from a major earthquake climbed to 46. The national disaster agency raised the death toll to 45 on Wednesday, while the number of people missing jumped dramatically from four…

The Economic Times

Philippines minister to meet Myanmar ethnic groups soon

MANILA — Philippine foreign minister Ma Theresa Lazaro said on Wednesday that ‌she intends to meet ethnic groups from Myanmar in the coming days to learn about the situation and seek solutions.

Bangkok Post

Tens of thousands displaced by Philippine earthquake

The strongest earthquake to hit the Philippines in 50 years has left a trail of destruction, killing at least 45 people and displacing more than 32,000.

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How can we make buildings more resilient before – and after – earthquakes? We put one solution to the test

This week’s magnitude 7.8 earthquake in the Philippines came with scenes familiar to New Zealanders: collapsed buildings, shattered facades and streets strewn with rubble.

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Powerful Earthquake Triggers Tsunami Fears in the Philippines: Is the Country Still at Risk?

Powerful Philippines quake sparks tsunami fears, forcing evacuations as authorities monitor coastal risks and assess possible wave threats.

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Drone footage shows devastating damage after deadly Philippines earthquake

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Philippines proverb of the day: “True love is not measured by time, but by the depth of understanding, trust, and…” Why true love goes beyond time, rooted in trust and sacrifice

Philippines proverb of the day: A Filipino proverb reveals that genuine love transcends time. It emphasizes deep understanding, unwavering trust, and selfless sacrifice as the true measures of affection. Modern relationships often focus on duration, but this wisdom highlights the importance of emotional depth and commitment. It encourages valuing quality…

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The Philippines protests China's floating 'structure' on the disputed South China Sea shoal

The Philippines has protested China’s deployment of what Manila describes as a floating “structure” with personnel on a disputed shoal in the South China Sea, fearing it could be a part of Beijing’s effort to turn the uninhabited atoll into an island base

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35 dead, building destroyed, thousands affected: How the Philippines earthquake left a trail of destruction

A powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippines, claiming 35 lives and injuring over 200, primarily due to building collapses. While a tsunami warning was issued, damage was minimal. Thousands of homes and public buildings are affected, with school reopenings delayed pending safety evaluations. International aid is being mobilized…

The Independent UK

Aerial footage shows devastation following deadly Philippines earthquake

Aerial footage shows the devastation caused by a powerful and deadly earthquake in the Philippines.

Euronews

Philippines earthquake: Residents clear debris amid concerns over aftershocks

The Philippines is assessing the impact of a powerful earthquake that struck Mindanao on 8 June. Residents are clearing debris while hospitals continue operating outdoors amid concerns over aftershocks.

The Economic Times

32,000 people displaced by the Philippine earthquake that killed at least 37

A powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippines on Monday. At least 37 people died and over 32,000 were displaced. Rescuers are searching collapsed buildings for survivors. The quake caused widespread destruction, damaging thousands of homes and government facilities. Flights were cancelled and schools remain closed pending safety assessments.

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Around 20,000 people displaced by Philippine earthquake that killed at least 37

The Philippines is often hit by earthquakes and volcanic eruptions due to its location on the Pacific “Ring of Fire,” an arc of seismic faults around the ocean.

The Independent UK

At least 37 dead as Philippines hit by strongest earthquake in half a century

Scale of damage beginning to emerge as close to 500 people reported injured

Bangkok Post

Outdoor hospitals, cut-off communities as Philippine quake toll hits 41

GENERAL SANTOS, Philippines - Doctors treated patients in tents set up under a scorching Philippine sun on Tuesday - including helping a young mother give birth - as the death toll from a major earthquake that collapsed buildings and sparked tsunami warnings topped 40.

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