The Philippines and Taiwan hunkered down Monday as Super Typhoon Ragasa delivered punishing winds and intense rainfall while lumbering east towards an eventual collision with southern China.
The storm intensified further as it moved northwest and was expected to make landfall on the sparsely populated Batanes or Babuyan islands by early afternoon, the Philippine weather agency said.

Maximum sustained winds were 205km/h at the storm’s centre as of 11pm Sunday (1500 GMT), with gusts reaching up to 250km/h as it moved toward the archipelago nation, the weather service said.


Typhoon Ragasa, the Most Powerful Storm of the Year, Grounds 700 Flights in Hong Kong

Outrage is growing in the Philippines against ‘nepo babies’, the children of wealthy politicians and contractors, who flaunt their lavish lifestyle on social media. Their anger stems from allegations of corruption against lawmakers and contractors linked to flood control projects.


Philippines: Thousands Gather In Manila To Protest Against Flood Control Scandal 

Philippines government admits 70% flood funds lost in corruption

Dramatic escalation in the South China sea as Chinese coast guards fired water cannons at Philippine vessels near the disputed Scarborough Shoal, further stoking tensions between the two countries. 

China's Coast Guard Fires Water Cannons At Philippine Ships

South China Sea tensions erupt as Chinese and Philippine ships collide near a disputed shoal. The clash escalated when Beijing used water cannons against Philippine vessels. This dangerous confrontation raises fears of a wider conflict in the contested waters. Watch WION’s LIVE coverage for the latest updates, expert analysis, and global reactions.


South China Sea Showdown: China, Philippines Ships Collide Near Shoal, Water Cannons Fired

Tensions spike in the Taiwan Strait as Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence reports 27 PLA aircraft sorties, with 26 breaching the median line into Taiwan’s ADIZ. The incursion—featuring J-16 fighter jets, H-6 bombers, and KJ-500 aircraft—was part of a large-scale air-sea drill involving Chinese navy vessels. Taiwan’s forces monitored and responded as the aircraft entered the Western Pacific.

China-Taiwan tensions intensify: 26 PLA jets breach strait Median line

China-Taiwan tensions escalate: 26 PLA jets breach strait Median line

China-Taiwan tensions: Taiwan tracks 27 PLA aircraft as 26 breach strait Median line 

The Philippines on Thursday condemned China's plan to establish a nature reserve in a South China Sea shoal, calling it a "clear pretext for occupation", as Beijing moves to reinforce sweeping territorial claims across the waterway.
China has approved the creation of a national nature reserve at the disputed Scarborough Shoal. The designation was an "important guarantee" to preserve the atoll's ecosystem, China's State Council said.



Philippines Slams China for Proposing Nature Reserve in Disputed Maritime Area | WION


Over 3,600 troops from the Philippines, Australia, the US, and Canada have launched the largest joint military exercise ever held on Philippine soil — and it’s happening just north of Manila, not far from the South China Sea.


South China Sea: Philippines, Australia, Canada, US Naval Assets Hold 10th Joint Drills

Philippines-Australia War Drills: Over 3,600 troops from the Philippines, Australia, the US, and Canada have launched the largest joint military exercise ever held on Philippine soil — and it’s happening just north of Manila, not far from the South China Sea.



Alon 2025: Philippines, Australia Stage Massive Live-Fire Drills | WION

Philippines-Australia War Drills: Over 3,600 troops from the Philippines, Australia, the US, and Canada have launched the largest joint military exercise ever held on Philippine soil — and it’s happening just north of Manila, not far from the South China Sea.


Alon 2025: 3,500 troops joined from Philippines, Australia, US, canada

Taiwan plans to procure nearly 50,000 military drones by 2027 to counter rising threats from Beijing. In a bold shift, UAVs will be treated like "bullets"—as fast-moving consumables. The new tender bans Chinese components and spans five drone categories, including combat-ready and surveillance systems.

Taiwan to buy 50,000 military drones amid China threat | Major UAV push over 2 years

The United States is discussing the possible deployment of more missile launchers to the Philippines to strengthen deterrence against aggression in the disputed South China Sea and other Asian security hotspots, but no final decision has been reached by both sides, Manila’s ambassador to Washington said Thursday.


Manila, Washington weigh new missile deployment 

US, Philippines discuss missile system deployments as tensions rise in South China Sea

US and Philippines Discuss More Missile System Deployments as Tensions Rise in South China Sea

A Chinese navy warship and a China Coast Guard cutter collided in the South China Sea on Monday while pursuing a Philippine Coast Guard vessel, according to video footage.


China-Philippines Tensions: Chinese Ships Collide in South China Sea During Philippine Chase

A Chinese navy warship and a China Coast Guard cutter collided in the South China Sea on Monday while pursuing a Philippine Coast Guard vessel. Video footage captures the incident, highlighting rising tensions in the region.


Chinese Navy and Coast Guard Ships Collide in South China Sea

In a dramatic escalation, a Chinese fighter jet intercepted a Philippine plane during a patrol over the disputed Scarborough Shoal, raising tensions in the South China Sea. Manila condemns the aggressive maneuver as the standoff highlights ongoing territorial disputes. Stay tuned for live updates, expert analysis, and the latest developments in this high-stakes confrontation.


China-Philippines Tensions: Chinese Fighter INTERCEPTS Filipino Plane Over Disputed Shoal | GRAVITAS

In a dramatic escalation, a Chinese fighter jet intercepted a Philippine plane during a patrol over the disputed Scarborough Shoal, raising tensions in the South China Sea. Manila condemns the aggressive maneuver as the standoff highlights ongoing territorial disputes. Stay tuned for live updates, expert analysis, and the latest developments in this high-stakes confrontation.

Chinese Warship Chases Smaller Philippine Patrol Boat In The South China Sea

 In a dramatic escalation, a Chinese fighter jet intercepted a Philippine plane during a patrol over the disputed Scarborough Shoal, raising tensions in the South China Sea. Manila condemns the aggressive maneuver as the standoff highlights ongoing territorial disputes. Stay tuned for live updates, expert analysis, and the latest developments in this high-stakes confrontation.

China-Philippines Tensions: Chinese Fighter INTERCEPTS Philippine Plane Over Disputed Shoal

The Filipino politician and lawyer-journalist was responding to a discussion on X about the recent India-Philippines exercises not too far away from the South China Sea.
 

'Indian Navy is the only one with...': Philippines envoy to UK praises India's maritime muscle after Indo-Pacific joint drills

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos reacted to the incident, stressing that patrol vessels would "continue to be present" in the area to defend and assert Manila's sovereign rights.

WATCH | 'Dangerous manoeuvres': Two Chinese vessels collide while chasing Philippine boat in South China Sea

President Marcos appreciated India's support for ASEAN's unity and centrality, particularly during the Philippines' chairmanship in 2026. PM Modi reaffirmed India's commitment to strengthening ties with ASEAN.

Philippines President thanks PM Modi for rescuing Filipino nationals after 2024 Houthi rebel attack

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Typhoon Ragasa, the Most Powerful Storm of the Year, Grounds 700 Flights in Hong Kong

Philippines: Thousands Gather In Manila To Protest Against Flood Control Scandal

Philippines government admits 70% flood funds lost in corruption

China's Coast Guard Fires Water Cannons At Philippine Ships

South China Sea Showdown: China, Philippines Ships Collide Near Shoal, Water Cannons Fired

China-Taiwan tensions intensify: 26 PLA jets breach strait Median line

China-Taiwan tensions escalate: 26 PLA jets breach strait Median line

China-Taiwan tensions: Taiwan tracks 27 PLA aircraft as 26 breach strait Median line

Philippines Slams China for Proposing Nature Reserve in Disputed Maritime Area | WION

South China Sea: Philippines, Australia, Canada, US Naval Assets Hold 10th Joint Drills

Alon 2025: Philippines, Australia Stage Massive Live-Fire Drills | WION

Alon 2025: 3,500 troops joined from Philippines, Australia, US, canada

Taiwan to buy 50,000 military drones amid China threat | Major UAV push over 2 years

Manila, Washington weigh new missile deployment

US, Philippines discuss missile system deployments as tensions rise in South China Sea

US and Philippines Discuss More Missile System Deployments as Tensions Rise in South China Sea

China-Philippines Tensions: Chinese Ships Collide in South China Sea During Philippine Chase

Chinese Navy and Coast Guard Ships Collide in South China Sea

China-Philippines Tensions: Chinese Fighter INTERCEPTS Filipino Plane Over Disputed Shoal | GRAVITAS

Chinese Warship Chases Smaller Philippine Patrol Boat In The South China Sea

China-Philippines Tensions: Chinese Fighter INTERCEPTS Philippine Plane Over Disputed Shoal

'Indian Navy the only one with...': Philippines envoy's praise for India

WATCH | Two Chinese vessels collide while chasing Philippine boat

Philippines Prez thanks PM Modi for rescuing Filipinos after Houthi rebel attack