Tag: philippines

Philippines earthquake of 7.8 leaves at least five dead

International June 8, 2026 at 10:01

Powerful quake strikes off Mindanao coast A powerful Philippines earthquake measuring 7.8 on the Richter scale struck off the southern coast of Mindanao early on...

Philippines building collapse kills one and traps 20

International May 25, 2026 at 12:52

Search operation underway At least one person has been killed and about 20 people are feared trapped under the rubble of a building that collapsed...

Same-sex property ownership rights recognised by Philippine court

International February 10, 2026 at 12:32

Landmark Supreme Court ruling The Philippine Supreme Court has ruled in a landmark decision that same-sex couples can be considered co-owners of property. Applying a provision...

Strong earthquake in the Philippines triggers tsunami warning

International October 10, 2025 at 09:35

A strong earthquake in the Philippines measuring between 7.2 and 7.4 magnitude struck off the coast of eastern Davao early Friday, according to initial...