Philippines

Historic Church and Infrastructure Damaged by Typhoon Leon in Batanes

Supertyphoon Leon, also known as Kong-rey, caused extensive damage in Batanes, collapsing the facade of the historic Santa Maria de Mayan Church and affecting infrastructure in northern Luzon. The severe weather event highlighted the vulnerabilities of historical structures and the need for robust disaster preparedness. Residents and authorities are working together to rebuild and restore normalcy.

Read more

NBI Scam Hub Raid in Paranaque

The NBI arrested 18 Chinese nationals and two Filipinos in Parañaque City for suspected scam activities. This follows a strategic raid on a known fraud hub, emphasizing the agency’s commitment to combating illegal operations and ensuring public safety.

Read more