Philippines: Tropical Depression Verbena Causes Flooding Across Negros

Tropical Depression Verbena made its fourth landfall in Vallehermoso, Negros Oriental, on Tuesday, November 25, causing severe flooding across several areas of the Visayas.

Philippines: Typhoon Kalmaegi Triggers Severe Flooding, Displacing Thousands 5

At least 140 people have died and 127 remain missing after Typhoon Kalmaegi struck the Philippines, with the central province of Cebu suffering the worst damage from floods and mudslides. Homes were destroyed and streets were left buried in debris, forcing thousands of residents to evacuate. In Cebu, floodwaters rose to roof level in some areas. A state of calamity has been declared in Cebu to speed up emergency response as rescue operations continue.

RECAP: Deadly Hurricane Kalmaegi Batters Central Philippines

At least 66 people were killed as Typhoon Kalmaegi swept through central Philippines bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and widespread flooding on Tuesday, November 4. Hundreds of thousands were displaced across the Visayas region, as well as parts of southern Luzon and northern Mindanao.

Philippines: Typhoon Kalmaegi Lashes Central Regions With Strong Winds and Heavy Rain 6

At least two people were killed as Typhoon Kalmaegi swept through central Philippines bringing strong winds and heavy rain, flooding communities, and cutting power on Tuesday, November 4. Hundreds of thousands were displaced across the Visayas region, as well as parts of southern Luzon and northern Mindanao.

Philippines: Typhoon Kalmaegi Lashes Central Regions With Strong Winds and Heavy Rain 5

At least two people were killed as Typhoon Kalmaegi swept through central Philippines bringing strong winds and heavy rain, flooding communities, and cutting power on Tuesday, November 4. Hundreds of thousands were displaced across the Visayas region, as well as parts of southern Luzon and northern Mindanao.

Philippines: Typhoon Kalmaegi Lashes Central Regions With Strong Winds and Heavy Rain 3

At least two people were killed as Typhoon Kalmaegi swept through central Philippines bringing strong winds and heavy rain, flooding communities, and cutting power on Tuesday, November 4. Hundreds of thousands were displaced across the Visayas region, as well as parts of southern Luzon and northern Mindanao.

Exclusive - Illustration - The Cathedral of Notre Dame - Paris

Exclusive - Illustration - The Cathedral of Notre Dame - Paris

ILE DE FRANCE - PARIS (75) - CHANTIER NOTRE DAME DE PARIS - ETE 2024 : LE PARVIS OCCIDENTAL EN MILIEU D'APRES-MIDI, LE 17 SEPTEMBRE 2024. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only Paris/ABACAPRESS.COM

Philippines: Ash From Mt. Kanlaon Eruption Blankets Nearby Towns 2

Mt. Kanlaon had a moderately explosive eruption at 2:55 a.m. Tuesday, May 13. According to reports, the eruption lasted about five minutes, sending a 4.5 km ash plume into the sky, which blanketed nearby towns.

Philippines: Ash From Mt. Kanlaon Eruption Blankets Nearby Towns

Mt. Kanlaon had a moderately explosive eruption at 2:55 a.m. Tuesday, May 13. According to reports, the eruption lasted about five minutes, sending a 4.5 km ash plume into the sky, which blanketed nearby towns.

Philippines: Church Bells Toll to Mourn Death of Pope Francis

Pope Francis has died at the age of 88 on Easter Monday, April 21. Bells were rung at Catholic churches to mourn his death across the Philippines.

Philippines: Alert Level 3 Raised For Kanlaon Volcano

As of December 23, the alert level for Kanlaon Volcano was raised to 3. At least 15 volcanic earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours. According to reports, over 7,000 tonnes of sulfur dioxide were emitted on Sunday, December 22.

Philippines: Alert Level 3 Raised For Kanlaon Volcano 2

As of December 23, the alert level for Kanlaon Volcano was raised to 3. At least 15 volcanic earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours. According to reports, over 7,000 tonnes of sulfur dioxide were emitted on Sunday, December 22.

Philippines: Kanlaon Volcano Erupts And Spews Ash Plume

Two consecutive ash emissions from Kanlaon Volcano occurred on Monday morning, December 2. The plumes rose 400 to 600 meters high and drifted northwest. Due to increasing unrest, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology elevated Kanlaon Volcano's status to Alert Level 2.

Philippines: Kanlaon Volcano Eruption – Lahar Roars Through Town In La Castellana 5

Lahar, a flow of debris consisting of volcanic material, roared through a town in La Castellana near the foot of Kanlaon volcano in the Philippines' Negros island on Wednesday, June 5, two days after the volcano erupted on Monday night, sending a tall plume of ash into the sky. Alert Level 2 is currently raised in the area due to increased volcanic unrest.

Philippines: Kanlaon Volcano Eruption – Lahar Roars Through Town In La Castellana 7

Lahar, a flow of debris consisting of volcanic material, roared through a town in La Castellana near the foot of Kanlaon volcano in the Philippines' Negros island on Wednesday, June 5, two days after the volcano erupted on Monday night, sending a tall plume of ash into the sky. Alert Level 2 is currently raised in the area due to increased volcanic unrest.

Philippines: Kanlaon Volcano Eruption – Lahar Roars Through Town In La Castellana 6

Lahar, a flow of debris consisting of volcanic material, roared through a town in La Castellana near the foot of Kanlaon volcano in the Philippines' Negros island on Wednesday, June 5, two days after the volcano erupted on Monday night, sending a tall plume of ash into the sky. Alert Level 2 is currently raised in the area due to increased volcanic unrest.

Philippines: Kanlaon Volcano Eruption – Lahar Roars Through River In Canlaon City 3

Lahar, a flow of debris consisting of volcanic material, roared through several towns near the foot of Kanlaon volcano in the Philippines' Negros island on Wednesday, June 5, two days after the volcano erupted on Monday night, sending a tall plume of ash into the sky. Alert Level 2 is currently raised in the area due to increased volcanic unrest.

Philippines: Kanlaon Volcano Eruption – Lahar Roars Through Town In La Castellana 2

Lahar, a flow of debris consisting of volcanic material, roared through a town in La Castellana near the foot of Kanlaon volcano in the Philippines' Negros island on Wednesday, June 5, two days after the volcano erupted on Monday night, sending a tall plume of ash into the sky. Alert Level 2 is currently raised in the area due to increased volcanic unrest.

Philippines: Kanlaon Volcano Eruption – Lahar Roars Through Town In La Castellana 4

Lahar, a flow of debris consisting of volcanic material, roared through a town in La Castellana near the foot of Kanlaon volcano in the Philippines' Negros island on Wednesday, June 5, two days after the volcano erupted on Monday night, sending a tall plume of ash into the sky. Alert Level 2 is currently raised in the area due to increased volcanic unrest.

Philippines: Kanlaon Volcano Eruption – Lahar Roars Through Town In La Castellana 3

Lahar, a flow of debris consisting of volcanic material, roared through a town in La Castellana near the foot of Kanlaon volcano in the Philippines' Negros island on Wednesday, June 5, two days after the volcano erupted on Monday night, sending a tall plume of ash into the sky. Alert Level 2 is currently raised in the area due to increased volcanic unrest.

Philippines: Kanlaon Volcano Eruption – Lahar Roars Through Town In La Castellana

Lahar, a flow of debris consisting of volcanic material, roared through a town in La Castellana near the foot of Kanlaon volcano in the Philippines' Negros island on Wednesday, June 5, two days after the volcano erupted on Monday night, sending a tall plume of ash into the sky. Alert Level 2 is currently raised in the area due to increased volcanic unrest.

THE PHILIPPINES-GENERAL SANTOS CITY-EARTHQUAKE

THE PHILIPPINES-GENERAL SANTOS CITY-EARTHQUAKE

(231117) -- GENERAL SANTOS CITY, Nov. 17, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Damage from a 6.8-magnitude earthquake is seen at a mall in General Santos City, the Philippines on Nov. 17, 2023. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology on Friday downgraded the magnitude of the offshore earthquake that struck Davao Occidental in the southern Philippines to 6.8 from 7.2. In an updated report, the institute said the quake, which occurred at 4:14 p.m. local time (GMT 0814), hit at a depth of 72 kilometers, about 34 kilometers northwest of Sarangani town. The tremor was felt strongly in nearby areas on Mindanao island, including General Santos City and the provinces of South Cotabato and Davao del Sur. (Str/Xinhua)

Magnitude 7.2 earthquake rocks southern Philippines

STORY: Magnitude 7.2 earthquake rocks southern Philippines SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 17, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 17, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:38 LOCATION: DAVAO, the Philippines CATEGORY: OTHER SHOTLIST: 1. crane of one construction site in Davao City collapses during the earthquake (credit: Reymark Ayala Leopoldo) 2. one mall of General Santos during the earthquake 3. one mall of General Santos after the earthquake (credit: Ry Llanes) 4. CCTV footage of one shop in Davao City during the earthquake (credit: Tin Alfad) 5. various of people evacuating a mall in Davao City (credit: Reyna Jane I. Ramos) STORYLINE: An offshore earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.2 rocked Davao Occidental in the southern Philippines on Friday afternoon, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said. The institute said the quake, which occurred at 4:14 p.m. local time (GMT 0814), hit at a depth of 10 kilometers, about 30 kilometers southwest of Sarangani town. The institute said the tectonic quake will trigger aftershock

6.4-magnitude quake hits southern Philippines

STORY: 6.4-magnitude quake hits southern Philippines DATELINE: Oct. 5, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:58 LOCATION: Manila CATEGORY: OTHERS SHOTLIST: 1. various of a household in Davao Del Sur during the earthquake (credit: Khevin Brian P. Legondo) 2. various of a household in South Cotabato during the earthquake (credit: Maricel Ramirez Bronsal) 3. various of a mall in the City of General Santos during the earthquake (credit: Pitik ni Dasmag) 4. various of a household in Davao City during the earthquake (credit: Derf Hanzel Maiz) 5. various of people evacuate buildings in Davao City (credit: Adrienne Clapan) STORYLINE: An offshore earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.4 rocked Davao Occidental province in the southern Philippines on Wednesday night, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said. The institute said the quake, which occurred at 7:21 p.m. local time (1121 GMT), hit at a depth of 139 km, about 66 km southeast of Sarangani Island. The institute said the tectonic quake will trigger af

At least 1 dead as Typhoon Doksuri pummels Philippines

STORY: At least 1 dead as Typhoon Doksuri pummels Philippines DATELINE: July 26, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:00 LOCATION: Manila CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of typhoon-affected Occidental Mindoro (courtesy: LGU San Jose, Occidental Mindoro) 2. Philippine Coast Guard rescuing residents amid typhoon Doksuri in Ilocos Norte (courtesy: Philippine Coast Guard) 3. Typhoon Doksuri hitting Port of Romblon (courtesy: Philippine Coast Guard) 4. various of the typhoon-hit Pamplona city, Cagayan province (courtesy: Jinson Batersal Manzano) STORYLINE: The Philippines' national disaster agency on Wednesday said it has so far tallied at least one dead as Typhoon Doksuri continues to batter the country with rain and strong winds. In a preliminary report, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) said the victim drowned in a flood that inundated a province east of Metro Manila. At least two others were injured in typhoon-related incidents in Luzon island and central Philippines. D

Earthquake of magnitude 6 hits Philippines

STORY: Earthquake of magnitude 6 hits Philippines DATELINE: Feb. 16, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:26 LOCATION: Manila CATEGORY: OTHERS SHOTLIST: 1. various of CCTV footage of local grocery stores (credit: Bongkabs Margallo, from social media) 2. various of local risk reduction committee assessing the property damage STORYLINE: An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6 rocked the Philippines on Thursday morning, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said. The institute said the quake, which occurred at 2:10 a.m. local time, hit at a depth of 10 km, about 11 km southwest of Batuan town in Masbate province on the main island of Luzon. The quake was also felt in several areas in Luzon and central Philippines, including Legazpi City in Albay province, Sorsogon, Northern Samar, Negros Occidental, and Southern Leyte, the institute said. There are no reports of damage or casualties. The U.S. Geological Survey put the earthquake's magnitude at 6.1 and a depth of 20 km. The Philippines has frequent

Algeria inks 4-bln-USD gas deal with 3 int'l energy groups

STORY: Algeria inks 4-bln-USD gas deal with 3 int'l energy groups DATELINE: July 20, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:47 LOCATION: Algiers CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the signing ceremony 2. SOUNDBITE (Arabic): MOHAMED ARKAB, Algeria's Minister of Energy and Mines STORYLINE: Algeria's state-owned oil company Sonatrach inked on Tuesday in Algiers a deal worth 4 billion U.S. dollars with three energy companies from Europe and the United States. The agreement reached between Sonatrach and U.S. company Occidental, Italy's Eni, and France's Total Energy, will supply Italy with natural gas amid a likely cut of Russian gas to Europe. Under the contract, Sonatrach and the three Western oil companies will develop the Berkin gas field, located 300 km southeast of Hassi Messaoud, in the south of Algeria. SOUNDBITE (Arabic): MOHAMED ARKAB, Algeria's Minister of Energy and Mines "This four-billion-U.S. dollar-worth deal will allow for an additional one billion barrels of oil equivalent to be extracted, and the

Senate Hearings - Washington

Senate Hearings - Washington

Vicki Hollub, President and Chief Executive Officer, Occidental Petroleum, appears before a Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources hearing to examine energy development on federal lands, focusing on the current status of the Department of the Interior's onshore oil and gas leasing program, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC, USA, Tuesday, April, 27, 2021. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Senate Hearings - Washington

Senate Hearings - Washington

Vicki Hollub, President and Chief Executive Officer, Occidental Petroleum, appears before a Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources hearing to examine energy development on federal lands, focusing on the current status of the Department of the Interior's onshore oil and gas leasing program, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC, USA, Tuesday, April, 27, 2021. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Senate Hearings - Washington

Senate Hearings - Washington

Vicki Hollub, President and Chief Executive Officer, Occidental Petroleum, appears before a Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources hearing to examine energy development on federal lands, focusing on the current status of the Department of the Interior's onshore oil and gas leasing program, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC, USA, Tuesday, April, 27, 2021. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Senate Hearings - Washington

Senate Hearings - Washington

Vicki Hollub, President and Chief Executive Officer, Occidental Petroleum, appears before a Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources hearing to examine energy development on federal lands, focusing on the current status of the Department of the Interior's onshore oil and gas leasing program, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC, USA, Tuesday, April, 27, 2021. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Senate Hearings - Washington

Senate Hearings - Washington

Vicki Hollub, President and Chief Executive Officer, Occidental Petroleum, appears before a Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources hearing to examine energy development on federal lands, focusing on the current status of the Department of the Interior's onshore oil and gas leasing program, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC, USA, Tuesday, April, 27, 2021. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Photo exhibit of Filipino "comfort women"

Photo exhibit of Filipino "comfort women"

Estelita Dy attends a photo exhibit in Manila on March 3, 2018, about the Filipino "comfort women." Dy said she was raped by Japanese soldiers in 1944 in her home province of Negros Occidental in the central Philippines. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Aging Filipino-Japanese still hoping to secure Japanese citizenship

Aging Filipino-Japanese still hoping to secure Japanese citizenship

Estodi Go, 77, a Filipino-Japanese from the southern Philippine province of Davao Occidental on Mindanao island, shows on May 24, 2016, a photo of his Japanese father, Filipino mother and three older siblings taken in 1936, as he and his two older siblings appeal for official recognition as Japanese citizens. They are among 10 petitioners who will appeal earlier decisions by Japanese courts to deny them citizenship. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Aging Filipino-Japanese still hoping to secure Japanese citizenship

Aging Filipino-Japanese still hoping to secure Japanese citizenship

Filipino-Japanese siblings Roque Go, 80, Pacita Torres, 84, and Estodi Go, 77, from the southern Philippine province of Davao Occidental on Mindanao island, attend an interview on May 24, 2016, in Davao City conducted by the Philippine Nikkei-jin Legal Support Center, Nippon Foundation, and the Japanese Embassy in Manila in preparation for an appeal of an earlier decision by a Japanese court dismissing their petition to be recognized as Japanese nationals. The siblings were among five children of a Japanese national they identify from memory as "Mashimura Maramoto," who, they claim, arrived in Davao before World War II and got married to a local tribal woman but failed to register his family with the Japanese government. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo