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On Tuesday night, a magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck off northern Cebu island near Bogo city, killing at least 72 people and injuring nearly 300. The quake caused widespread damage to buildings, roads, and infrastructure, triggering landslides and power outages. Rescue efforts have concluded with all victims accounted for, while thousands remain displaced amid ongoing aftershocks.
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Recent storms have caused severe flooding, landslides, and fatalities across Japan, the Philippines, and Vietnam. Japan faces landslides and power outages from Typhoon Nakri, while the Philippines and Vietnam are dealing with heavy rains, flooding, and casualties from Typhoon Bualoi and other storms. Recovery efforts are underway.
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Princess Chulabhorn of Thailand has called for a permanent border wall with Cambodia amid rising tensions. She also proposed building bunkers for civilians, signaling a rare political stance from the royal family. The move follows recent armed clashes and regional instability, with the U.S. pushing for agreements at upcoming ASEAN summits.
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As of November 10, 2025, the Philippines faces severe impacts from Super Typhoon Fung-wong following Typhoon Kalmaegi, which killed over 200 people. Fung-wong made landfall Sunday with winds up to 185 kph, causing heavy rains, flooding, and forcing evacuations of over 1.3 million people. The storm disrupted rescue efforts and is expected to affect Taiwan next. The region braces for ongoing recovery amid repeated disasters.
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Typhoon Kalmaegi caused at least 188 deaths across the Philippines and Vietnam, with record rainfall and flooding. The storm's increasing strength is linked to rising sea temperatures due to climate change. Multiple countries face ongoing damage, with authorities evacuating thousands and assessing widespread destruction.
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Super Typhoon Fung-wong struck the northern Philippines on Sunday night with winds up to 185 km/h, following deadly Typhoon Kalmaegi. Over 1.4 million people were evacuated, with at least 18 deaths reported from flooding and landslides. The storm weakened as it moved toward Taiwan, causing further evacuations and heavy rains. The Philippines remains vulnerable amid increasing storm intensity linked to climate change.