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Strong Earthquake Hits Southern Philippines, At Least 32 People Dead

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PublishedSource: BBC WorldJune 8, 2026
A strong earthquake hit the south of the Philippines. The quake was very big, about 7.8 on the scale. Many people were hurt. At least 32 people died. After the quake, small waves came to the coast. These waves were like a tsunami, and they were seen in the Philippines, Indonesia, and Japan. Rescue teams are trying to help. People are worried about more damage. The news says the shaking was strong and happened suddenly.
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