Philippines earthquake: UN pledges support as Cebu death toll rises to 72

The tremor struck off the coast of Bogo City at 9:59PM on Tuesday, 30 September, with the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reporting a shallow depth of around 10 kilometers. Residents said the quake sent people fleeing...

Philippine quake toll hits 72, aftershocks at 2,652 expected to continue in coming days

Rescuers search for three people who were reported missing under the rubble of a collapsed building in Bogo City on October 1, 2025. (Photo by Ted Aljibe / AFP) Doha: A total of 72 fatalities have so far been recorded after search and rescue...

At least 69 dead in strong earthquake in central Philippines

Manila, Oct 2, (dpa/GNA) – At least 69 people were killed in a strong earthquake that rocked the central Philippines, toppling buildings, cutting power and sending residents fleeing into the streets, officials said on Wednesday. More than 200...

St. Francis Music Center presents Oct. 12 benefit concert for nonprofit Listen For Life

LITTLE FALLS — A family-friendly program of short classical works from many different countries will take place at noon and 2 p.m. Oct. 12 at Sacred Heart Chapel, 116 Eighth Ave. SE in Little Falls. The concert will be performed by...

AP News: Earthquake death toll rises to 72 in the Philippines as survivors recall moment when tragedy struck

Survivors of Tuesday's earthquake charge their phones on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025 in San Remigio, Cebu Province, Central Philippines. (AP Photo/Aaron Favila) Survivors of Tuesday's earthquake get checked on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025 in San Remigio,...

AI may worsen Philippines digital divide – experts

Bella Cariaso - The Philippine Star October 3, 2025 | 12:00am MANILA, Philippines — Artificial intelligence (AI) could worsen the digital divide in the Philippines unless the government acts fast to strengthen data systems, expand digital...

Clean sport, bright future: Team Philippines undergoes anti-doping seminar

The Philippine National Anti-Doping Organization (PHI-NADO) gave Team Philippines a powerful send-off by hosting an Anti-Doping Education Seminar on September 30, 2025, at the Diamond Hotel, Manila. With the theme “Clean Sport, Bright Future:...

141 bets carry Philippines banner in Bahrain AYG

The Philippine Star October 3, 2025 | 12:00am MANILA, Philippines — The first batch of the 141-athlete Team Philippines will fly to Manama on Oct. 17, five days ahead of the opening ceremony of the second Asian Youth Games (AYG), according to...

Wind Farm on a Sacred Philippine Mountain Sparks Controversy

Support CleanTechnica's work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. The Philippines’ aggressive pursuit of a clean energy future has collided with a profound issue of environmental justice and cultural preservation centered on the proposed...

Wisconsins First Filipino American State Legislator Kicks Off Filipino American History Month

WEST ALLIS, Wis. – Today, Representative Angelito Tenorio (D-14), proudly kicked off Filipino American History Month. Rep. Tenorio said, “As Wisconsin’s first Filipino American state legislator, I am honored to celebrate the countless Filipino...

AirAsia Philippines Celebrates Teachers with a Special Check-in Lane 

Cebu City, Philippines — In celebration of National Teachers’ Month, AirAsia Philippines is honoring the nation’s educators with a special initiative at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 2. AirAsia Philippines Honors Teachers with...

Bessie Badilla advocates for indigenous fashion

A top Filipina model for nearly five decades whose first visit to the UAE was in 1981 for the “Aureo Alonzo Fiesta Filipina World Tour Group” in Dubai, and who cat-walked for Michael Cinco at the “Dubai Fashion Week 2023,” has said that fashion...

Meghan Markle’s dad, Thomas, fires back at claims he’s ‘trapped’ in Philippines apartment after deadly earthquake

Meghan Markle’s elderly father, Thomas Markle Sr, insisted he’s “fine” after the Duchess of Sussex’s estranged half-sister falsely claimed he was “trapped” on the 19th floor of his Philippines apartment during a deadly earthquake. Thomas Markle...

TWICE’s Jeongyeon misses Philippine concert due to health issues

TWICE’s Jeongyeon will not be participating in the group’s upcoming concert in the Philippines due to health concerns. On October 2, TWICE posted an announcement on their fan platform Fans: “Jeongyeon will be unable to attend the ‘THIS IS FOR’...

Meghan Markle’s Estranged Dad Thomas Not ‘Trapped’ in Philippines Despite Other Daughter’s Pleas

Contrary to his daughter’s words, Thomas Markle is safe and sound in the Philippines. That’s according to the estranged father of Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex. When a massive earthquake struck the country, there was widespread speculation...

Police nab Filipino cleaner for 1.14 million job scam

The Judiciary Police arrested a Filipino for a 1.14 million pataca job scam on Monday, PJ spokesman Cheong Siu Keong said during a special press conference yesterday. Cheong identified the suspect as a 30-year-old non-resident-worker (NRWs)...

Sam Shoaf, Jeff Moses thrilled to be part of ‘Bagets: The Musical’

Charmie Joy Pagulong - The Philippine Star October 3, 2025 | 12:00am “Ang Mutya ng Section E” actor Sam Shoaf and Sparkle GMA artist Jeff Moses promised to give their best in performing the role of Topee in the forthcoming musical adaptation of...

Rescuers in desperate search in Philippines after powerful earthquake kills at least 69

BOGO, Philippines (AP) -- Rescuers used backhoes and sniffer dogs to look for survivors in collapsed houses and other damaged buildings in the central Philippines on Wednesday, a day after an earthquake killed at least 69 people and injured more...

Philippines unveils plan to incorporate nuclear energy

By Alimat Aliyeva The Philippines' Department of Energy (DOE) unveiled a comprehensive framework on Thursday for integrating nuclear energy into the country’s power generation mix, Azernews reports, citing foreign media. Energy Secretary Sharon...

Current Report: Manila Electric

Thursday, October 2, 2025 10:17 AM EDT Image Source: Pixabay Founded in 1903 and is headquartered in Pasig, the Philippines, Manila Electric Company (MAEOY) holds a congressional franchise to construct, operate, and maintain an electric...