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During a major religious procession in Manila, Filipino Catholics expressed outrage over a corruption scandal involving legislators, with thousands participating in the event and chanting for justice, amidst heightened security and a backdrop of public frustration with government corruption.
Thousands of protesters in Manila accused the government of embezzling billions allocated for flood relief, amid broader discontent over corruption and economic inequality, with demonstrations marking a significant backlash against President Marcos Jr. and highlighting ongoing infrastructure issues worsened by climate change.
Tokyo is in discussions with Manila about potentially deploying troops to the Philippines, marking a significant development in their military cooperation. This move comes amid growing concerns over China's assertiveness in the region, particularly in the South China Sea. If realized, this deployment would represent a notable shift in Japan's post-World War II security policy, which has traditionally been focused on self-defense.
Coldplay addressed the notorious traffic in Manila during their concerts, with lead vocalist Chris Martin even improvising a humorous song about it. Meanwhile, Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. faced criticism for using a helicopter to attend the concert due to "unforeseen traffic complications," sparking controversy over the use of taxpayer money for such travel amidst the country's transportation challenges.
Buildings in Manila, Philippines were evacuated after a magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck off the main Luzon island. No casualties were reported, and the seismology agency expects no damage but warns of aftershocks. The earthquake, which occurred around 130 km from the capital region, prompted government workers, students, and residents to leave buildings. Train operations were halted, but no damage was observed at the airport. The Philippines is prone to earthquakes due to its location on the "Ring of Fire".
At least 25 people have died and several others are missing after a boat capsized near Manila, Philippines, due to strong winds caused by Typhoon Doksuri. The Philippine Coast Guard is conducting a search and rescue operation, with 40 people already rescued. The boat was hit by strong winds, causing panic among the passengers and leading to the vessel capsizing. The incident highlights the poor maritime safety record in the country.
A magnitude 6.5 earthquake struck Mindoro island in the northern Philippines, with tremors felt in the capital Manila and nearby provinces. The quake was recorded at a depth of 10 kilometers by the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ), while the Philippine seismology agency recorded a magnitude 6.2 earthquake. Damage and aftershocks are expected.
A massive fire destroyed Manila's historic post office building, a nearly 100-year-old neoclassical landmark, in the Philippine capital. The fire started before midnight in the basement of the five-story building and was brought under control more than seven hours after it began. Seven people sustained minor injuries or were overwhelmed by thick smoke. The Manila Central Post Office was the country's main mail-sorting and distribution hub and was recognized as a national landmark. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the fire and what was damaged.
A massive fire broke out at the historic Manila Central Post Office in the Philippine capital late Sunday, with teams of firefighters battling for more than seven hours through the night before it was finally brought under control. The post office was first built in 1926 and was severely damaged during World War II but rebuilt in 1946, preserving most of its original edifice. The building currently houses the Philippine Postal Corporation, the government-run postal service that handles everything from regular mail, parcels, and special stamp collections.