The death toll from Typhoon Kalmaegi in Vietnam has risen by five, while in the Philippines the storm has claimed at least 188 lives. The typhoon caused destruction and power outages in central Vietnam, where further floods and landslides are expected.
Typhoon Kalmaegi hit Vietnam, claiming the lives of at least 114 people and flooding cities in the Philippines. Over 260,000 servicemen are ready for rescue operations as winds reach 149 km/h.
Mariia Zheliaskova from Ukraine for the first time entered the top 8 finalists of the "Miss Earth 2025" competition and won the title of "Vice Miss". The final took place on November 5 in the Philippines, where Zheliaskova represented Ukraine.
The death toll in the Philippines from Typhoon "Kalmaegi" has risen to 114, with 127 more people missing. The storm, which devastated the central regions of the country, has regained strength and is heading towards Vietnam.
Over the past 24 hours, the coast of Indonesia has been hit by four earthquakes ranging in magnitude from 4. 7 to 5.9, causing destruction. One of them, with a magnitude of 5.9, occurred 65 km from Gorontalo, and another, with a magnitude of 5.0, in Papua province.
Typhoon Kalmaegi has killed at least 66 people in the Philippines, with 26 more missing. Over half a million people have been left homeless, and the country is bracing for another storm.
A powerful typhoon in the central Philippines has claimed at least two lives, forcing tens of thousands of residents to evacuate their homes. The disaster caused flash floods, trapping people on rooftops and submerging cars.
The Philippines and Canada have signed a visiting forces agreement to enhance security cooperation and counter China's activities in the South China Sea. This pact allows for joint exercises, military presence, and expanded defense cooperation.
US President Donald Trump arrived in Malaysia to participate in the ASEAN summit, where he was met by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. The American leader joined the dance of local residents, which drew applause.
Nazar Chepurnyi from Ukraine won a bronze medal at the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Jakarta. He took third place in the vault final with a score of 14.483 points.
Philippine vessels claim a Chinese ship deliberately rammed their vessel near the Spratly Islands. China accuses the Philippines of trespassing in its waters, resulting in minor structural damage.
An earthquake of magnitude 5. 7 struck Ethiopia. According to the German Research Centre for Geosciences, it occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers.
A 7. 6 magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippines in the Mindanao region. At least one person died, and the tsunami warning was canceled.
A powerful earthquake of magnitude 7. 4 struck off the southeastern coast of the Philippines. Local authorities issued a warning about a possible tsunami, urging residents to evacuate coastal areas.
The Pigcatan Bridge in Alcala, Philippines, has collapsed, trapping ten-wheel trucks. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the accident and are checking for casualties.
A 6. 9 magnitude earthquake near Cebu Island killed 72 people and injured 300. Search operations have been completed.
A 6. 9 magnitude earthquake shook the central regions of the Philippines, destroying homes and causing panic. 69 people died, over 150 were injured, and the epicenter was near the city of Bogo.
A 6. 9 magnitude earthquake struck off the central coast of the Philippines, damaging buildings and roads and causing power outages. Rescuers are searching for casualties and warning of aftershocks.
Typhoon Bualoy hit Vietnam, killing 8 people and leaving 17 fishermen missing. The storm damaged homes, flooded crops and disrupted power supplies, after which it weakened and headed towards Laos.
Russia is transferring technology, combat experience, and military equipment for airborne units to China. This could enhance Beijing's ability to launch a rapid assault on Taiwan, according to documents analyzed by The Washington Post.
Microsoft and Asus have officially opened pre-orders for the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, which will go on sale on October 16. Prices for the consoles range from $499 to $1599 depending on the model and region.
Hong Kong has resumed flights and some businesses after a 36-hour hiatus caused by Typhoon Ragasa. More than 100 people were injured, and the infrastructure suffered significant damage.
A Lowy Institute report shows that Trump's policies, including tariffs and aid cuts, are weakening US influence in Southeast Asia. China is becoming the dominant power in the region through trade and investment efforts.
In Taiwan, at least 17 people have died and more than 100 are missing as a result of floods caused by Typhoon "Ragasa". Heavy rains and the overflowing of a barrier lake damaged buildings, with 60% of the population taking refuge on upper floors.
The International Criminal Court has charged former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte with three counts of intentional homicide. The hearing has been postponed due to the health condition of 80-year-old Duterte, who was arrested on March 11.
Hong Kong is bracing for Typhoon Ragasa, the strongest this year, with winds up to 220 km/h. Schools and businesses are closed, hundreds of flights have been canceled, and sea levels are expected to rise.
Over 58 tons of tomato paste from Ukraine were detained at the Polish border. The inspection in Poznań prohibited the import due to the detection of mold hyphae in 36% of the batch.
Hong Kong authorities are considering temporarily closing the international airport and completely suspending passenger flights for 36 hours on Tuesday due to the approaching Super Typhoon Ragasa. This could be the longest restriction in the city's recent history.
US President Donald Trump has maintained a basic tariff rate of 10% for countries with a positive trade balance. For 40 countries with a trade deficit with the US, a minimum tariff of 15% has been set, and for Canada, the tariff has increased to 35%.
US President Donald Trump called the leaders of Thailand and Cambodia, urging them to cease hostilities that erupted at the beginning of the week, and warned about the absence of trade agreements. Both countries face economic challenges, including the threat of high US tariffs, and Thailand, which depends on exports, has not yet concluded agreements with the US.
