Manila: On December 9, the Kanlaon volcano in the Philippines erupted, releasing a significant plume of ash and gas, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology. This explosive activity occurred at the volcano’s summit vent in the afternoon, resulting in a substantial column that ascended to about 3,000 meters and drifted towards the.
Sao Paulo: Brazil remains on high alert for severe storms, particularly in Santa Catarina state, where heavy rain has caused flooding, landslides, and evacuations across 22 cities, as reported by the civil defense authority. Joinville, the state’s largest city, has experienced flooding since Thursday, with additional rainfall expected to continue until Tuesday morning, according to.
Singapore: On December 9, 2024, fifty residents were evacuated from a residential block in eastern Singapore after a fire broke out in the morning. The Singapore Civil Defense Force (SCDF) received the alert around 6:40 A.M. regarding the incident at a Housing and Development Board (HDB) block on Tampines Street. Upon arriving at the scene,.
Seoul: South Korean police announced on Monday that they are considering a travel ban on President Yoon Suk Yeol to investigate allegations related to his recent brief declaration of martial law. Additionally, police indicated that questioning Yoon in person is still a possibility. Senior police official Woo Jong-soo stated during a briefing that “there are.
Sydney: Authorities have initiated a significant investigation following the discovery of a body near Sydney Airport on Monday. The body was found by a passerby in bushes alongside a major road adjacent to the airport in Sydney’s inner-southern suburbs, according to Xinhua news agency. Reports from News Corp Australia indicate that the body, which has.
National Assembly Opposition Leader Omar Ayub announced that the committee consists of senior leaders, including himself, Hamid Raza, Asad Qaiser, and Ali Amin Gandapur.
Seoul: South Korean prosecutors are investigating allegations of treason related to President Yoon Suk Yeol’s brief declaration of martial law last week, prompting them to question Army Chief of Staff Gen. Park An-su, who was appointed to lead the martial law command. According to officials, Park was interrogated as a witness for about eight hours.
Dhaka: The Bangladeshi interim government has issued a warning that foreigners will not be allowed to stay and work illegally in the country. Bangladesh Home Affairs Adviser Jahangir Alam made the announcement on Sunday, Xinhua news agency reported. Asked about the number of foreign nationals staying illegally in the country and their countries of origin,.
Sydney: In a significant crackdown on drug dealers in Sydney, over 100 individuals have been arrested and charged in a police operation conducted by New South Wales (NSW) authorities. The operation, which spanned three weekends, led to the arrest of 108 people. Of those arrested, 64 face charges related to the supply of prohibited drugs,.
Seoul: The South Korean won was the weakest currency globally last week, impacted by political instability following President Yoon Suk Yeol’s brief martial law declaration. Data from Yonhap Infomax revealed that the won fell by 24.5 won per dollar, marking its steepest weekly decline since January, when it dropped 25.5 won. The won depreciated by.
