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08/06/2026

WATCH: FIRST DAY OF CLASSES MARRED BY DISASTER: SCHOOL BUILDING COLLAPSES DURING FLAG-RAISING CEREMONY

Davao Del Sur: What began as a hopeful first day of classes quickly turned into a terrifying ordeal when a powerful magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck Mindanao on Monday morning, disrupting flag-raising ceremonies across several schools. At Matanao National High School in Davao del Sur, part of a school building collapsed as students, teachers, and parents were gathered outdoors for the opening program. Fortunately, school officials reported that those attending the ceremony were already outside the classrooms when the structure gave way, preventing what could have been a far greater tragedy.

Dramatic videos circulating online show students and school personnel rushing to safety as the ground shook violently. Similar scenes were reported at Mahayahay Elementary School in Davao Occidental, where a structure collapsed during the flag ceremony while learners and teachers followed emergency protocols.

The powerful earthquake, which struck at around 7:37 a.m., caused widespread damage across Mindanao, prompting class suspensions, rapid structural assessments, and ongoing disaster response operations. Authorities continue to monitor aftershocks and have urged the public to avoid damaged buildings until safety inspections are completed.

The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of disaster preparedness in schools. Amid fear and uncertainty, the presence of students and teachers in open grounds during the flag ceremony may have saved countless lives.

08/06/2026

LOOK: The Senate website lists Sherwin Gatchalian as Senate President Pro Tempore, while Alan Peter Cayetano is tagged as Senator. | via Agatha Gregorio, ABS-CBN News

08/06/2026

WATCH: Devastating Footage Shows Building Collapse During 7.8-Magnitude Mindanao Earthquake

A harrowing video circulating online captures the moment a building collapsed amid the powerful magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck southern Mindanao on Monday morning. The footage shows a large structure crumbling within seconds as terrified employees and locals flee from a massive cloud of dust and debris. Rescue teams were immediately deployed as authorities assessed the extent of the damage.

The earthquake, whose epicenter was located off the coast near General Santos, triggered widespread destruction across parts of Mindanao. Several buildings, schools, commercial establishments, and homes sustained significant damage, while power outages and communication disruptions were reported in affected areas. Authorities have confirmed multiple fatalities and injuries, with search-and-rescue operations continuing amid fears that more victims may be trapped beneath collapsed structures.

The tremor also prompted tsunami warnings across the Philippines and neighboring countries, leading coastal communities to evacuate to higher ground. Although the major tsunami threat has since passed, officials continue to warn residents against entering damaged buildings due to the risk of strong aftershocks.

The dramatic video serves as a stark reminder of the destructive power of earthquakes in the Philippines, a nation situated along the Pacific Ring of Fire. As emergency responders race against time, communities across Mindanao are now focused on rescue, relief, and recovery efforts for those affected by one of the strongest earthquakes to hit the country in recent years

08/06/2026

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'LIFTING THIS TROPHY DOES NOT MEAN I WILL BE AMONG THE GREATS YET'

Alex Eala says she's grateful for being named among other tennis legends who have won the Birmingham Open, adding that the trophy will motivate her to continue working hard in her next journeys.

READ MORE: https://inqnews.net/EalaWinsBirminghamOpen

08/06/2026

Naipasa na ni House Secretary General Cheloy Velicaria-Garafil sa Senado ang manifestation ng House prosuction panel tungkol sa sagot ni Vice President Sara Duterte sa articles of impeachment laban sa kanya.

Si Atty. Renato Bantug Jr., Senate Secretary at Clerk ng Impeachment Court ang tumanggap ng limang pahinang manifestation.

(Courtesy: House Secretary General’s Office)

08/06/2026

Nagbabala si Sen. Raffy Tulfo sa publiko na huwag basta-basta maniniwala sa nangyaring "live selling" sa meeting ng Cayetano bloc kasama ang 18 bagmen ni dating Cong. Zaldy Co.

Hinihimok rin niya ang publiko na maging maingat at mapanuri lalo sa mga gumagamit ng mga kasulatan sa Bibliya para aniya sa sariling interes.

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EARTHQUAKE DISRUPTS MONDAY 1st DAY OF SCHOOL FLAG CEREMONY AT DAVAO OCCIDENTAL SCHOOL

WATCH: Students and teachers of Mahayahay Elementary School in Barangay Kilalag, Malita, Davao Occidental were caught in a tense moment as a powerful magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck during their fist Monday morning flag ceremony since the school year is back.

Video footage shows the ground shaking while participants remained gathered on the school grounds. Moments later, a small structure behind the students collapsed due to the tremor.

School officials reported that despite the incident, no injuries were recorded among students, teachers, or school personnel.

📹 Video courtesy: DepEd Mahayahay Elementary School

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