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world21 hours ago

Cebu landfill collapse kills 11, prompts waste-management reform push

Eleven people died and more than 20 remain missing after a landslide at Cebu City's Binaliw landfill trapped workers; over 100 were on site. Rescuers have recovered some injured, authorities suspended the operator and ordered a 90-day compliance plan while investigations begin. Lawmakers and officials are calling for a full review of waste-management practices and working conditions amid preliminary findings that heavy rainfall and other engineering factors contributed to the collapse.

via BBC|
#cebu-city#disaster-response#landfill
world4 days ago

Rescue Efforts Continue After Deadly Philippines Landfill Collapse

Rescuers in Cebu City, Philippines, are searching for survivors after a garbage avalanche at a landfill killed at least four workers and left over 30 missing, with signs of life detected in the debris. The collapse, which occurred suddenly despite good weather, has raised concerns about waste management safety and the impact on local garbage disposal efforts. Authorities are deploying advanced equipment and prioritizing responder safety as they continue the rescue operation.

via abcnews.go.com|
#disaster#garbage-avalanche#landfill-collapse
world15 days ago

Bondi Gunmen Acted Alone, No Evidence of Broader Terrorist Cell

Police investigating the Bondi Beach mass shooting in Sydney found no evidence that the perpetrators, Sajid and Naveed Akram, trained or acted as part of a terrorist cell in the Philippines, where they had briefly visited. The pair, inspired by Islamic State, acted alone in the attack that killed 15 and wounded 40, with police emphasizing the importance of heightened security for New Year's celebrations. The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities are taking extensive measures to ensure public safety.

via CNN|
#bondi-shooting#islamic-state#philippines
world21 days ago

Bondi Beach Shooting: New Evidence and Memorials Highlight Ongoing Concerns

Doubts have been raised about reports that alleged Bondi gunmen met with ISIS in the Philippines, with experts suggesting their trip was likely haphazard and not aimed at establishing contact or obtaining approval for an attack. Authorities are investigating their motives and movements in Davao City, while experts highlight the difficulty in connecting with ISIS representatives and suggest the trip may have been more about bonding or other intentions rather than direct militant collaboration.

via The Guardian|
#bondi-shooters#davao-city#is-meeting-doubts
world27 days ago

Philippines Hotel Standoff and Concerns Over Islamic Extremism

The southern Philippines, particularly Mindanao, has a long history of Islamist extremism with groups like Abu Sayyaf and IS-linked factions still active despite recent setbacks. The region's geography and porous borders have historically facilitated the operation of these groups, although their capacity has been significantly weakened. Recent attacks have decreased, and the government has intensified efforts to dismantle extremist networks, but the region remains a potential hotspot for terrorism.

via The Guardian|
#islamic-extremism#militant-groups#mindanao