Foreign living Filipinos are buying books about the late Philippine dictator Ferdinand E. Marcos to acquire knowledge about it and in order to preserve his history. His son, Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr. takes government following a resounding victory in the May election, hence there is a rush to buy the books which give details of the disastrous 21-year rule of his father. According to the history, it underlines that Jr’s father’s reign had human rights violations, corruption, and thievery but Jr hasn’t admitted to this or apologised, rather said he would make an attempt to rewrite history as he now is in power, CNN reported.&nbsp;

As per the human rights organisations, between the years 1965 and 1986, during the Marcos era, tens and thousands of people were jailed, tortured, and even assassinated for government criticism. Both Marcos Sr. and his wife passed away in 1989 and were found accountable for massive wrongdoing including the theft of an estimated $10 billion tax dollars.

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Raissa Robels, a journalist and author of ‘Marcos Martial Law: Never Again,’ said that she received emails from readers all over the world asking her to reissue the book as a depth examination of the victims of the martial law imposed. Robels said, “The book price had nearly doubled and yet the people were buying the book by batches. They weren't just buying one or two. They were buying five or 10 at a time,” CNN reported.&nbsp;

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However, in 2020 Marcos Jr made desired to revise the textbook at the time when he was preparing for elections, which documented his parents as a corrupt and brutal regime. After coming into power, the leader asked the world to judge him by his actions and not by what his family did.

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Foreign living Filipinos are buying books about the late Philippine dictator Ferdinand E. Marcos to acquire knowledge about it and in order to preserve his history. His son, Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr. takes government following a resounding victory in the May election, hence there is a rush to buy the books which give details of the disastrous 21-year rule of his father. According to the history, it underlines that Jr’s father’s reign had human rights violations, corruption, and thievery but Jr hasn’t admitted to this or apologised, rather said he would make an attempt to rewrite history as he now is in power, CNN reported. As per the human rights organisations, between the years 1965 and 1986, during the Marcos era, tens and thousands of people were jailed, tortured, and even assassinated for government criticism. Both Marcos Sr. and his wife passed away in 1989 and were found accountable for massive wrongdoing including the theft of an estimated $10 billion tax dollars. Also read | 'Hold the line': Philippines' Maria Ressa fights for press freedom Raissa Robels, a journalist and author of ‘Marcos Martial Law: Never Again,’ said that she received emails from readers all over the world asking her to reissue the book as a depth examination of the victims of the martial law imposed. Robels said, “The book price had nearly doubled and yet the people were buying the book by batches. They weren't just buying one or two. They were buying five or 10 at a time,” CNN reported. Also read | As critics fear a 'bleak future,' Philippines new President Ferdinand Marcos defends dictator father's regime However, in 2020 Marcos Jr made desired to revise the textbook at the time when he was preparing for elections, which documented his parents as a corrupt and brutal regime. After coming into power, the leader asked the world to judge him by his actions and not by what his family did. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Philippine Nobel Peace Prize winner and veteran journalist&nbsp;Maria&nbsp;Ressa&nbsp;has battled multiple legal cases and online abuse in her campaign for press freedom.&nbsp;

The former CNN correspondent co-founded investigative news site Rappler in 2012, bringing together multimedia reporting and social media savvy to offer an edgy take on Philippine current events.

Ressa, 58, has been a vocal critic of former president Rodrigo Duterte and the deadly drug war he launched in 2016, drawing what media advocates describe as a grinding series of criminal charges, probes and online attacks against her and Rappler.

She was named a Time Person of the Year in 2018 for her work on press freedom, but a series of arrests and a conviction for cyber libel further grew her international profile.

In October,&nbsp;Ressa&nbsp;and Russian journalist Dmitry Muratov were awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for their efforts to "safeguard freedom of expression".

Rappler has had to fight for survival after Duterte's government accused it of tax evasion and violating a constitutional ban on foreign ownership.&nbsp;

Days before Duterte stepped down on June 30, Philippine authorities ordered the news organisation to shut down.&nbsp;

Though Duterte's government said it had nothing to do with any of the cases against&nbsp;Ressa, press freedom advocates disagreed.

Throughout the campaign against her,&nbsp;Ressa, who is also a US citizen, has remained based in the Philippines and continued to speak out against Duterte's government despite the risks.

"What we have to do as journalists is just hold the line," she said after the Nobel Prize was announced.&nbsp;

Ressa&nbsp;has been on bail pending her appeal against the 2020 cyber libel conviction. On Friday, Rappler said she and a former colleague had lost the case and were considering their legal options.

It is one of seven cases she is fighting.

The cyber libel law was introduced in 2012, the same year Rappler was founded.

Threats and abuse

Ressa's position at the head of the Rappler news site meant getting, by her own estimate, up to 90 abusive online messages per hour at one point towards the end of 2016.

The threats came in the months after Duterte took power and launched his narcotics crackdown, which rights groups estimate has killed tens of thousands of people.

Rappler was among the domestic and foreign media outlets that published shocking images of the killings and questioned the crackdown's legal basis.

International Criminal Court judges have since authorised a full-blown investigation into a possible crime against humanity during the bloody campaign.

It was an entirely new set of dangers for&nbsp;Ressa, who was a veteran of conflict zones before co-founding Rappler.

As CNN's former bureau chief in Manila and Jakarta,&nbsp;Ressa&nbsp;specialised in terrorism, where she tracked the links between global networks like Al-Qaeda and militants in Southeast Asia.

The Princeton graduate later returned to the Philippines&nbsp;to serve as news chief at the nation's top broadcaster, ABS-CBN, which also fell foul of the Duterte administration.

Duterte has been succeeded by the son and namesake of former dictator Ferdinand Marcos.

After last week's order for Rappler to shut down,&nbsp;Ressa&nbsp;remained characteristically defiant.

"We continue to work, it is business as usual,"&nbsp;Ressa&nbsp;said.

Philippine Nobel Peace Prize winner and veteran journalist Maria Ressa has battled multiple legal cases and online abuse in her campaign for press freedom. The former CNN correspondent co-founded investigative news site Rappler in 2012, bringing together multimedia reporting and social media savvy to offer an edgy take on Philippine current events.

Philippine Nobel Peace Prize winner and veteran journalist Maria Ressa has battled multiple legal cases and online abuse in her campaign for press freedom. The former CNN correspondent co-founded investigative news site Rappler in 2012, bringing together multimedia reporting and social media savvy to offer an edgy take on Philippine current events. Ressa, 58, has been a vocal critic of former president Rodrigo Duterte and the deadly drug war he launched in 2016, drawing what media advocates describe as a grinding series of criminal charges, probes and online attacks against her and Rappler. She was named a Time Person of the Year in 2018 for her work on press freedom, but a series of arrests and a conviction for cyber libel further grew her international profile. In October, Ressa and Russian journalist Dmitry Muratov were awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for their efforts to "safeguard freedom of expression". Rappler has had to fight for survival after Duterte's government accused it of tax evasion and violating a constitutional ban on foreign ownership. Days before Duterte stepped down on June 30, Philippine authorities ordered the news organisation to shut down. Though Duterte's government said it had nothing to do with any of the cases against Ressa, press freedom advocates disagreed. Throughout the campaign against her, Ressa, who is also a US citizen, has remained based in the Philippines and continued to speak out against Duterte's government despite the risks. "What we have to do as journalists is just hold the line," she said after the Nobel Prize was announced. Ressa has been on bail pending her appeal against the 2020 cyber libel conviction. On Friday, Rappler said she and a former colleague had lost the case and were considering their legal options. It is one of seven cases she is fighting. The cyber libel law was introduced in 2012, the same year Rappler was founded. Threats and abuse Ressa's position at the head of the Rappler news site meant getting, by her own estimate, up to 90 abusive online messages per hour at one point towards the end of 2016. The threats came in the months after Duterte took power and launched his narcotics crackdown, which rights groups estimate has killed tens of thousands of people. Rappler was among the domestic and foreign media outlets that published shocking images of the killings and questioned the crackdown's legal basis. International Criminal Court judges have since authorised a full-blown investigation into a possible crime against humanity during the bloody campaign. It was an entirely new set of dangers for Ressa, who was a veteran of conflict zones before co-founding Rappler. As CNN's former bureau chief in Manila and Jakarta, Ressa specialised in terrorism, where she tracked the links between global networks like Al-Qaeda and militants in Southeast Asia. The Princeton graduate later returned to the Philippines to serve as news chief at the nation's top broadcaster, ABS-CBN, which also fell foul of the Duterte administration. Duterte has been succeeded by the son and namesake of former dictator Ferdinand Marcos. After last week's order for Rappler to shut down, Ressa remained characteristically defiant. "We continue to work, it is business as usual," Ressa said.

'Hold the line': Philippines' Maria Ressa fights for press freedom

Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr has been sworn in as the 17th President of the Philippines. He succeeds Rodrigo Duterte. 64-year-old Marcos is the son and namesake of Philippines' late dictator. What does his inauguration mean for Manila? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Ferdinand Marcos Jr. sworn in as Philippines' 17th President

Philippine Coast Guard has rescued 163 people on board a ferry called Mama Mary-Chloe which was engulfed by a massive fire.

The ferry, which was sailing between the islands of Bohol and Leyte, was carrying 157 passengers and eight crew members.

Authorities have confirmed that one person has died and one is missing while the others have been brought to safety.

With thick black billowing smoke and many people in the water, a YouTube video showed a huge fire on board the vessel.

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Local media reported that children had to jump from the burning boat before being picked up.

According to the Coast Guard, "The rescue of the crew and passengers was swift because of the help from [boats] sailing in the waters when the incident happened."

Due to overcrowding and frequent storms in the vast archipelago, boat accidents are relatively common in the Philippines.

After colliding with a fuel tanker, the ferry Dona Paz sank and killed more than 4,300 people in the world’s worst peacetime maritime disaster in December 1987.

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Philippine Coast Guard has rescued 163 people on board a ferry called Mama Mary-Chloe which was engulfed by a massive fire. The ferry, which was sailing between the islands of Bohol and Leyte, was carrying 157 passengers and eight crew members. Authorities have confirmed that one person has died and one is missing while the others have been brought to safety. With thick black billowing smoke and many people in the water, a YouTube video showed a huge fire on board the vessel. TINGNAN: Narito ang 25 sa 163 indibidwal na nakaligtas matapos masunog ang MBCA MAMA MARY CHLOE sa katubigan ng Bohol kahapon, ika-26 ng Hunyo 2022 Naging mabilis ang pag-rescue sa mga biktima sa tulong ng mga bangkang rumesponde nang mapadaan sa pinangyarihan ng insidente. pic.twitter.com/XSjBkXV28w — Philippine Coast Guard (@coastguardph) June 27, 2022 × Local media reported that children had to jump from the burning boat before being picked up. According to the Coast Guard, "The rescue of the crew and passengers was swift because of the help from [boats] sailing in the waters when the incident happened." Due to overcrowding and frequent storms in the vast archipelago, boat accidents are relatively common in the Philippines. After colliding with a fuel tanker, the ferry Dona Paz sank and killed more than 4,300 people in the world’s worst peacetime maritime disaster in December 1987. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION's live TV here: ×

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The philippine currency Peso fell to the lowest level in more than 16 years on Wednesday (June 22). This is being seen as the Philippine central bank's preference for gradual reduction of interest-rate hike.

On Wednesday, peso dropped to 54.60 per dollar. This was a drop by 0.6 per cent. This was the peso's weakest level since November 2005. It is predicted to fall for the fifth straight mont. This is the longest streak of losses since 2015.&nbsp;

Felipe Medalla, the Philippine economist and incoming governor of the Philippines' central bank on Monday said that his aim was to continue raising rates at gradual pace beyond August. Monetary authorities from Indian to the US have embarked on larger hikes in interest rates to curb inflation.

Bloomberg said that eight of the 25 economists surveyed by it were already calling for an increase of 50 basis point at Thursday's meeting. The rest, as quoted by Bloomberg preferred 25 basis points hike.&nbsp;

Felipe Medalla, the economist who sits on the board of Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is due to take over as governor on July 1. He had signalled 25 basis-point increases for the meeting that took place this week and the one in August.

The philippine currency Peso fell to the lowest level in more than 16 years on Wednesday (June 22). This is being seen as the Philippine central bank's preference for gradual reduction of interest-rate hike.

The philippine currency Peso fell to the lowest level in more than 16 years on Wednesday (June 22). This is being seen as the Philippine central bank's preference for gradual reduction of interest-rate hike. On Wednesday, peso dropped to 54.60 per dollar. This was a drop by 0.6 per cent. This was the peso's weakest level since November 2005. It is predicted to fall for the fifth straight mont. This is the longest streak of losses since 2015. Felipe Medalla, the Philippine economist and incoming governor of the Philippines' central bank on Monday said that his aim was to continue raising rates at gradual pace beyond August. Monetary authorities from Indian to the US have embarked on larger hikes in interest rates to curb inflation. Bloomberg said that eight of the 25 economists surveyed by it were already calling for an increase of 50 basis point at Thursday's meeting. The rest, as quoted by Bloomberg preferred 25 basis points hike. Felipe Medalla, the economist who sits on the board of Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is due to take over as governor on July 1. He had signalled 25 basis-point increases for the meeting that took place this week and the one in August.

Philippine currency peso drops to lowest level in more than 16 years

Sara Duterte-Carpio has been sworn in as the 15th Vice President of Philippines. She's the daughter of the outgoing Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte and she's called for national unity following a very divisive election campaign.

Philippines Vice President sworn-in: Sara Duterte-Carpio calls for national unity

Following a landslide electoral victory despite her father’s human rights record that saw thousands of drug suspects gunned down, outgoing Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte's daughter Sara took her oath Sunday as vice president.

In an inauguration address in her hometown Davao, the 44-year-old said "The days ahead may be full of challenges that call for us to be more united as a nation."

As specified in the Philippine Constitution, the inauguration in their southern hometown of Davao comes two weeks before she assumes office on June 30.

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Sara’s running mate, President-elect Ferdinand Marcos Junior, the son and namesake of the disgraced dictator driven from power in a 1986 uprising, will take his oath in Manila on June 30.

Because of their failure to acknowledge the massive human rights atrocities that took place under their fathers, the electoral triumph of Sara Duterte and Marcos Jr.&nbsp;alarmed left-wing and human rights groups.

After she took her oath before a Supreme Court associate justice, Sara said “I’m not the best or the most intelligent person in the Philippines and the world but nobody can beat the toughness of my heart as a Filipino.”

“The voice of 32.2 million Filipinos was loud and clear - with the message to serve our motherland,” she added.

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Asking Filipinos to emulate the patriotism of the country’s national hero Jose Rizal, the mother of three called for national unity and devotion to God.

Fondly called by supporters as “Inday Sara,” she was trained as a lawyer before entering politics in 2007 although she initially wanted to be a doctor.

In 2010, Sara succeeded her father to become the first female mayor of Davao, 1,000 km (600 miles) from the capital Manila.

Rodrigo Duterte, who built a formidable political dynasty in the restive southern region long troubled by communist and Muslim insurgencies and violent political rivalries, hails from a modest middle-class background.

The 77-year-old, whose presidency was marked by a brutal anti-drug campaign, is facing investigation by the International Criminal Court as a possible crime against humanity.

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Following a landslide electoral victory despite her father’s human rights record that saw thousands of drug suspects gunned down, outgoing Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte's daughter Sara took her oath Sunday as vice president. In an inauguration address in her hometown Davao, the 44-year-old said "The days ahead may be full of challenges that call for us to be more united as a nation." As specified in the Philippine Constitution, the inauguration in their southern hometown of Davao comes two weeks before she assumes office on June 30. Also read | Philippines: Ferdinand Marcos signals intent to revive nuclear power plant Sara’s running mate, President-elect Ferdinand Marcos Junior, the son and namesake of the disgraced dictator driven from power in a 1986 uprising, will take his oath in Manila on June 30. Because of their failure to acknowledge the massive human rights atrocities that took place under their fathers, the electoral triumph of Sara Duterte and Marcos Jr. alarmed left-wing and human rights groups. After she took her oath before a Supreme Court associate justice, Sara said “I’m not the best or the most intelligent person in the Philippines and the world but nobody can beat the toughness of my heart as a Filipino.” “The voice of 32.2 million Filipinos was loud and clear - with the message to serve our motherland,” she added. Also read | Philippines to buy India's BrahMos missile Asking Filipinos to emulate the patriotism of the country’s national hero Jose Rizal, the mother of three called for national unity and devotion to God. Fondly called by supporters as “Inday Sara,” she was trained as a lawyer before entering politics in 2007 although she initially wanted to be a doctor. In 2010, Sara succeeded her father to become the first female mayor of Davao, 1,000 km (600 miles) from the capital Manila. Rodrigo Duterte, who built a formidable political dynasty in the restive southern region long troubled by communist and Muslim insurgencies and violent political rivalries, hails from a modest middle-class background. The 77-year-old, whose presidency was marked by a brutal anti-drug campaign, is facing investigation by the International Criminal Court as a possible crime against humanity. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION's live TV here:

Rodrigo Duterte's daughter Sara takes oath as Philippines vice president

Philippines lodged diplomatic protest against China over illegal fishing in South China sea. China coast guards are also accused of tailing Philippine boats. Over 300 complaints have been filed against China.

Philippines lodges diplomatic protest against China

A volcano in the Philippines spewed a dark cloud that blanketed several towns in ash. Ashfall recorded in parts of Sorsogon Province and authorities are maintaining 'Alert level 1' in the region.

Volcano erupts in the Philippines, Volcano ash blankets several towns

Mt. Bulusan in Philippines has roared into action. Steam-rich plumes of smoke turns the sky grey. Authorities have raised alert to level 1 after eruption.

Philippines: Mt. Bulusan roars into action, steam-rich plumes of smoke turns the sky grey

In pics: Ash covers towns after Philippines volcano eruption

In a move to restart nuclear power in the country, Philippine president-elect Ferdinand Marcos held talks with South Korea's envoy Kim Inchul to revive the Bataan nuclear power plant.

The plan for the Bataan nuclear power plant was put forth by Ferdinand's father in the 80s, his son is now keen to revive the plan with the country hit by huge electricity costs.

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"We revived the discussions on it," Marcos said although he added&nbsp;the plan needs to be studied. South Korean experts had earlier indicated that the nuclear plant can be revived but it could take years and may cost $1 billion, reports claim.

The plant is located near Manila. Marcos declared the country needs rapid industrialisation post-pandemic. He said a new nuclear plant may take three to seven years to build as the country seeks to clean energy to fulfil its demand.

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In a move to restart nuclear power in the country, Philippine president-elect Ferdinand Marcos held talks with South Korea's envoy Kim Inchul to revive the Bataan nuclear power plant.

In a move to restart nuclear power in the country, Philippine president-elect Ferdinand Marcos held talks with South Korea's envoy Kim Inchul to revive the Bataan nuclear power plant. The plan for the Bataan nuclear power plant was put forth by Ferdinand's father in the 80s, his son is now keen to revive the plan with the country hit by huge electricity costs. Also Read: Explainer: What will a Marcos presidency in the Philippines look like? "We revived the discussions on it," Marcos said although he added the plan needs to be studied. South Korean experts had earlier indicated that the nuclear plant can be revived but it could take years and may cost $1 billion, reports claim. The plant is located near Manila. Marcos declared the country needs rapid industrialisation post-pandemic. He said a new nuclear plant may take three to seven years to build as the country seeks to clean energy to fulfil its demand. Watch: "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. wins the Philippines election 2022 The Bataan plant was reportedly constructed at the cost of over $2 billion however it was never started as Ferdinand Marcos Sr. lost power and left the country in the 80s. The governments which came to power later did not activate the project. The country's nuclear institute had said the Philippines may start the nuclear power plant in 5 years if the plan goes ahead with South Korean authorities reportedly keen to restart the programme. (With inputs from Agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Ferdinand Marcos Jr, the son of former Philippines dictator Ferdinand Marcos, is the favourite in the country's ongoing presidential election, prompting fears that if he wins, searches for the family's unlawfully acquired money — estimated to be worth $10 billion — will be stifled.

Philippines Elections 2022: Marcos junior secures 30 million votes, all set to conquer throne

With more than 90 per cent of an initial count concluded, Ferdinand Marcos Jr, the son of former Philippines dictator Ferdinand Marco has secured almost 30 million votes, more than double the tally of his nearest rival liberal candidate Leni Robredo.

The Philippines Elections 2022: Ferdinand Marcos Junior secures over 30 million votes

In the Philippines, Ferdinand Marcos Junior - the son of a dictator - could become the next president. But the Presidential Election has been marred by complaints of broken voting machines. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Philippines election: Voters complaint of broken machines

The Philippines Elections 2022: 90% of initial counting concluded

Philippines Election 2022: After Marcos Jr’s win, hundreds of people stage protest against him

Ferdinand Marcos Jr was heading for a landslide victory in the Philippines presidential election. His daughter, Sara Duterte-Carpio, is tipped to win the vice presidency.

The Philippines Elections 2022: Marcos Jr heads for landslide in presidential poll

Millions have begun voting for a new president, poll suggests that son of former dictator Ferdinand Marcos is headed to win the high-stakes election. Across the Archipelago with a population of more than 109 million over 65 million Filipinos are eligible to vote and elect a new president.

Voting underway in Philippines: Marcos junior, son of former dictator is the front runner

Millions have begun voting for a new president, poll suggests that son of former dictator Ferdinand Marcos is headed to win the high-stakes election. The polls has been marred by violence.

The Philippines Elections 2022: Voting underway, polls marred by violence

The Philippines will elect a new president on May 9. President Rodrigo Duterte is leaving office with a reputation for brutality. Watch this report to know all about the presidential race.

Philippines election: Key things to know about the presidential race

When the global prices for fuel are rising, motorcyclists in the Philippines are buying domestic fuel for cheaper rates. People here are still buying fuel at older prices, but how?

People in this country are buying fuel at cheaper prices, but how?

Explainer-A guide to the Philippines election this year

In the Philippines, a dictator's son is on the cusp of power. Ferdinand Marcos Jr remains the frontrunner in all surveys. Marcos Jr. is the son of the late dictator Ferdinand Marcos Sr - who imposed martial law in the country. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Philippines: Dictator's son closes in on Presidency

The Philippines is all set to choose President Rodrigo Duterte's successor, the country will cast its vote on May 9. Ahead of elections, Ex-Dictator's son leads in opinion polls.

Ex-Dictator's son leads in opinion polls ahead of Philippines Presidential polls

The Philippines is all set to choose President Rodrigo Duterte's successor, the country will cast its vote on May 9. Ahead of elections, Marcos junior leads in opinion polls.

The Philippines Presidential elections: Marcos junior leads in opinion polls

An 11-year-old boy named CJ Jasme miraculously escaped an extremely dangerous landslide in the Baybay area of the Philippines by staying in a refrigerator for a whole day.

A video went viral of his unusual life preserver when the authorities found him, and called it nothing less than a miracle, as reported by the New York Post.

Jasme was with his family when the landslide struck, generated by the tropical storm Megi, which led to the deaths of hundreds of people. As Jasme saw the mudslide approach, the 11-year-old jumped into the family refrigerator.

He then hunkered down inside the appliance for nearly 20 hours to protect himself from the storm. The moment authorities found the refrigerator, they immediately sent out an SOS because another landslide was approaching.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/death-toll-from-tropical-storm-megi-in-philippines-reaches-133-470898">Death toll from tropical storm 'Megi' in Philippines reaches 133</a>

The boy, who was thankfully awake, just suffered a broken leg as a result of this event. He was first given the required assistance and then underwent surgery to repair his broken leg.

As per the authorities, the boy is currently in stable condition, though his family was unlucky as his mother and younger siblings are still missing, and his father died in another landslide the day before his house was destroyed.

His older sibling is thought to have missed this incident.

Watch |&nbsp;Tropical storm 'Megi' leaves trail of destruction in Philippines, claims 148 lives

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<div class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo">Police officer Jonas Etis stated that the boy was rescued by the rescue crew and was then carried on stretcher after dragging the broken appliance out of the dirt like a coffin. The boy’s first word was ‘I’m hungry,’ reported New York Post.</div>

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Furthermore, the storm has resulted in nearly 200 local residents being hurt and 172 people being dead in the Baybay area alone. The search for those who have gone missing is still ongoing.

An 11-year-old boy named CJ Jasme miraculously escaped an extremely dangerous landslide in the Baybay area of the Philippines by staying in a refrigerator for a whole day.

An 11-year-old boy named CJ Jasme miraculously escaped an extremely dangerous landslide in the Baybay area of the Philippines by staying in a refrigerator for a whole day. A video went viral of his unusual life preserver when the authorities found him, and called it nothing less than a miracle, as reported by the New York Post. Jasme was with his family when the landslide struck, generated by the tropical storm Megi, which led to the deaths of hundreds of people. As Jasme saw the mudslide approach, the 11-year-old jumped into the family refrigerator. He then hunkered down inside the appliance for nearly 20 hours to protect himself from the storm. The moment authorities found the refrigerator, they immediately sent out an SOS because another landslide was approaching. Also read | Death toll from tropical storm 'Megi' in Philippines reaches 133 The boy, who was thankfully awake, just suffered a broken leg as a result of this event. He was first given the required assistance and then underwent surgery to repair his broken leg. As per the authorities, the boy is currently in stable condition, though his family was unlucky as his mother and younger siblings are still missing, and his father died in another landslide the day before his house was destroyed. His older sibling is thought to have missed this incident. Watch | Tropical storm 'Megi' leaves trail of destruction in Philippines, claims 148 lives Police officer Jonas Etis stated that the boy was rescued by the rescue crew and was then carried on stretcher after dragging the broken appliance out of the dirt like a coffin. The boy’s first word was ‘I’m hungry,’ reported New York Post. Also read | Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte and China's Xi call for restraint in South China Sea Furthermore, the storm has resulted in nearly 200 local residents being hurt and 172 people being dead in the Baybay area alone. The search for those who have gone missing is still ongoing.

11-year-old boy survives landslide by staying inside fridge for 20 hours in Philippines

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Philippines was hit by a tropical storm 'Megi' causing widespread damage, landslides and flooding. The death toll due to landslides and floods is now nearing 150

Tropical storm 'Megi' leaves trail of destruction in Philippines, claims 148 lives

Death toll from tropical storm 'Megi' in Philippines reaches 133

At least 42 people have died so far in landslides and floods in the Philippines after tropical storm Megi unleashed heavy rains and deadly landslides in southern and eastern areas of the country. WION tells you more in this report.

Tropical storm Megi wreaks havoc across Philippines

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