Piles of trash were observed in the waters around Metro Manila following heavy southwest monsoon rains and flooding. Cleaning operations have begun to clear the debris swept into the waters.

Torrential rains enhanced by the Southwest Monsoon caused widespread flooding in Iloilo City, forcing 479 families from 56 barangays to evacuate their homes.

The Republican primary race in Southwest Florida is facing controversy as several candidates from other states are accused of 'carpetbagging' by moving to the area solely to run for office.

The Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines suggests a three-term calendar to protect teaching and learning amidst class suspensions caused by unabated rains induced by the southwest monsoon.

A low-pressure area (LPA) within the Philippine area of responsibility has a medium chance of intensifying into a tropical cyclone within two days, while the southwest monsoon (habagat) continues to bring heavy rainfall.

Water levels beneath three bridges in Olongapo, Zambales, reached spilling levels on Monday afternoon, August 17, due to heavy rains brought by the southwest monsoon.

Malls in Metro Manila are providing free overnight parking on August 17, 2026, as the southwest monsoon (habagat) continues to bring heavy rains to the metropolis.

Thirteen flights in the Philippines were affected by inclement weather brought by the southwest monsoon, or habagat, according to the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines.

Water levels in several dams across Luzon, Philippines, slightly receded but remained close to their spilling capacities over the past 24 hours as the southwest monsoon continued to bring rains to parts of the country.

Cyprus is expected to experience temporary increased cloudiness on Monday, mainly in the west and southwest, with isolated rain or storms and winds blowing southwest to northwest at 3 Beaufort.

Mass strandings of highly venomous Portuguese man-o'-war have been observed along the Aquitaine coastline in southwestern France since July, prompting scientists to investigate the phenomenon and its potential link to climate change.

In-person classes were suspended in General Trias City, Cavite, and Nasugbu, Batangas, on August 17 due to persistent rains brought by the southwest monsoon.

The southwest monsoon is predicted to strengthen again in the third week of August, bringing moderate to heavy rain to four provinces in Northern Luzon and one in Central Luzon from Sunday afternoon to Monday afternoon.

The orange heatwave alert in France is receding towards the Southeast, while the West and Île-de-France regions return to yellow or green. Violent storms with hail and strong winds are expected in the Southwest.

A magnitude 3.3 earthquake originating in Myanmar was detected southwest of Mae Sot in Thailand.

The state weather bureau in the Philippines has warned that the southwest monsoon, locally known as 'habagat,' is expected to continue affecting Luzon and parts of Visayas for the next five days.

Southwest China's Guizhou province has emerged as a popular summer retreat destination, attracting visitors with its rich tourism resources.

The EU has mobilized water-bombing aircraft and helicopters to Belgium, where a fire has devastated at least 16 square kilometers. Wildfires continue to grip Europe, with another significant blaze in southwestern France.

A farm in southwestern Ontario is utilizing half a million bees to provide visitors with "bee bed therapy," a method claimed to offer mental health benefits and help reduce stress.

Angat Dam in Bulacan, Philippines, has seen its water level rise by approximately 30 meters in three weeks, reaching its minimum operating level. This increase is attributed to recent rains from Tropical Cyclones Luis and Maymay and the southwest monsoon.

The Department of Education (DepEd) in the Philippines has launched rapid disaster response operations and outlined recovery plans following severe disruptions caused by the southwest monsoon (habagat), affecting 8 million learners.

After years away, Matthew McConaughey is returning to the big screen in 'The Rivals of Amziah King,' a honey-themed thriller set in the American Southwest.

A new forest fire in southwestern France has burned 1,100 hectares of forest, prompting authorities to evacuate hundreds of people as firefighters battle the flames amid an extreme heatwave.

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has ordered its personnel to provide assistance to students during class suspensions amid the inclement weather brought by the southwest monsoon.

The southwest monsoon, or Habagat, is bringing continuous rains over parts of Luzon and Visayas, expected to persist into the weekend. Residents in these areas are experiencing prevailing monsoon conditions.

The Department of Education announced it requires P235.586 million for response and recovery efforts to repair schools damaged by the combined effects of the enhanced southwest monsoon and two tropical depressions.

Several local government units in the Philippines have announced class suspensions for August 13 due to the ongoing effects of the southwest monsoon, locally known as 'habagat'.

Malacañang has announced the suspension of government work and classes across all levels in 12 areas, including the National Capital Region, due to the habagat (southwest monsoon). The measure aims to ensure public safety amidst adverse weather conditions.

Saint-Jean-de-Luz, a picturesque coastal town in southwestern France near the Spanish border, is highlighted as an atmospheric destination in the Basque Country, known for its authentic port and historic old town.

A new study has found that the Philippines' most extreme southwest monsoon (habagat) rains are more likely when a tropical cyclone combines with strengthened monsoon winds and a large stream of moisture. This phenomenon is described as a 'moisture conveyor belt.'

Over 3.7 million people in the Philippines have been affected by the southwest monsoon (habagat) and tropical cyclones Luis and Maymay. The severe weather has led to rising water levels in Laguna de Bay and La Mesa Dam, class suspensions in multiple provinces including Zambales, Cavite, Batangas, and Rizal, agricultural damage exceeding P4.83 million in Zambales, landslides, and the rescue of sea turtles due to strong waves.

Kamada Ltd. and IceCure Medical Ltd. have released summaries of their second-quarter 2026 earnings calls. These summaries provide key financial highlights and business updates from both companies.

A list of areas where classes are suspended for Thursday, August 13, 2026, has been released, primarily due to the impact of the southwest monsoon.

Sea travel off Palawan's coastal waters was temporarily suspended by the Philippine Coast Guard due to rough conditions caused by the enhanced southwest monsoon.

The Philippine National Police (PNP) will continue security and support relief operations as communities recover from the combined effects of the southwest monsoon (habagat) and tropical cyclones Luis and Maymay.

The state weather bureau reported that the southwest monsoon, or habagat, will continue to bring rains to parts of Luzon, while the rest of the Philippines can expect improving weather conditions.

The Southwest Security Stakeholders Group (SSSG) has called on President Bola Tinubu to accelerate the establishment of state police following the National Assembly's passage of the proposed constitutional amendment.

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has sent 2,668 ready-to-eat food packs to local governments in Ilocos Sur as additional assistance for families affected by the southwest monsoon, or 'habagat'.

Inspired by a casual remark from his wife, a man in southwestern China transformed a barren valley into an 80-hectare hollyhock garden, now living among the vibrant blooms in Chengdu, Sichuan province.

Piran, a picturesque town on a narrow peninsula in southwestern Slovenia, is highlighted as one of Europe's most atmospheric and elegant coastal destinations.

LUCENA CITY – The water level of Laguna de Bay has risen significantly amid persistent rains brought by the enhanced southwest monsoon, reaching 12.03 meters on Tuesday, according to the Laguna Lake…

A 22-year-old passenger, Rain McMillan Walmsey, died after experiencing a sudden medical emergency on Southwest Airlines Flight 958 from Dallas to LAX; the cause of death remains deferred.

Specialists in southwest France anticipate a significant increase in mental health issues, including post-traumatic stress, depression, and anxiety disorders, in the aftermath of recent wildfires, leading to a greater need for mental health care.

Large forest fires are once again raging across Spain, with a significant blaze in the southwest spreading beyond firefighters' control, fueled by high temperatures and strong winds.

A landslide in Baguio City, Philippines, triggered by 'Habagat' (southwest monsoon), has resulted in at least seven deaths and multiple missing persons, with rescue operations continuing to search for survivors, including a dog rescued after nearly 24 hours. The disaster buried several houses and toppled trees.

Persistent southwest monsoon rains continue to affect various regions in the Philippines, displacing thousands of families and causing localized flooding. While some areas experienced less severe flooding, evacuation centers remain active, and efforts are underway to clear waterways.

Forest fires have reignited in southwestern France due to heat and wind, prompting authorities to prepare for the potential evacuation of nearly 200,000 people as firefighters battle the blaze.

The Department of Education in the Philippines reported that nearly 4,000 classrooms were damaged due to Typhoon Maymay and the southwest monsoon, requiring an estimated P115 million for minor repairs alone.

One person was rescued after a landslide struck an area in Atok, Benguet, Philippines, on Sunday, August 9, amid heavy rains brought by the southwest monsoon.

The Picayune Strand Restoration Project in Southwest Florida has been completed, restoring the natural flow of water across 55,000 acres of wetlands. The project reverses land drainage from the 1960s, removing over 260 miles of roads and plugging nearly 50 miles of canals.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is closely monitoring the impact of the southwest monsoon, known as 'habagat,' particularly in flood-prone areas and regarding rising water levels in dams and reservoirs across the Philippines.

Heavy rains and severe flooding from the Southwest Monsoon, locally known as 'habagat,' have caused power disruptions for approximately 98,000 customers across Luzon, according to Meralco.

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has suspended the operation of small vessels in parts of Southern Leyte due to rough sea conditions caused by the typhoon-enhanced southwest monsoon, or 'habagat'.

A new study utilizing LiDAR technology has revealed hundreds of hidden structures beneath the Amazon rainforest, suggesting that southwestern Amazonia was much more densely populated and transformed by humans centuries ago.

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has mobilized additional personnel and resources to communities affected by torrential rains and flooding caused by the southwest monsoon, or 'habagat', to ramp up rescue operations.

Rough sea conditions caused by the southwest monsoon have stranded at least 75 passengers, truck drivers, and cargo helpers at three ports in Western Visayas, disrupting maritime travel.

Several ferry trips were canceled across the Philippines on Saturday, August 8, due to rough sea conditions. The cancellations were reported by the Philippine Ports Authority and attributed to the enhanced southwest monsoon.

Tropical Storms Luis and Maymay, combined with the southwest monsoon (habagat), have brought heavy rainfall to Luzon, resulting in at least six deaths and affecting over 261,000 people. The adverse weather conditions are expected to continue over parts of the region.

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration announced that Typhoon Dolphin is anticipated to enhance the southwest monsoon, bringing more rains to the Philippines in the coming days.

Bulgaria's Road Agency has announced its first significant order under the new government, involving the design and construction of the Southeast and Southwest bypasses for the city of Haskovo, valued at 33 million euros.

Tourism professionals in Gironde, France, are working to reassure visitors and attract them back to the Southwest region after wildfires caused a 'cascade of cancellations' and forced closures at the start of the season.

The Philippine Coast Guard in Biliran suspended small vessel operations due to rough sea conditions caused by the southwest monsoon, impacting routes linking the island province.

Valenzuela City in the Philippines has suspended government work on Friday afternoon due to inclement weather caused by the enhanced southwest monsoon and a low-pressure area.

The southwest monsoon (Habagat) is expected to bring heavy rains across the Philippines, with Antique and the Visayas region anticipating the most significant downpours. Tropical Depression Maymay has weakened into a Low Pressure Area (LPA).

A red rainfall warning has been issued for Bataan and parts of Batangas and Zambales by the state weather bureau, attributing the heavy rains to the southwest monsoon, locally known as habagat.

The Social Security System is offering emergency loans of up to P20,000 to qualified members affected by Tropical Storm Maymay and the enhanced southwest monsoon to help them meet financial needs.

A landslide in southwest China has resulted in at least one fatality, with emergency services responding to the incident.

A low pressure area is expected to strengthen the southwest monsoon, or habagat, leading to persistent rainy weather across much of Luzon and parts of the Visayas for the rest of the week in the Philippines.

Students at the University of Santo Tomas in Manila sought refuge in the university chapel as intense rains from the southwest monsoon caused widespread flooding in Luzon. The incident occurred on Monday, August 17.

The Muntinlupa City government has prohibited fishing and sailing activities on its waterways as the southwest monsoon, locally known as habagat, continues to affect the Philippines.

The Philippine National Police has recorded at least 27 deaths due to severe weather and torrential rains brought by the southwest monsoon.

Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu is set to visit the Gironde department in southwestern France to launch reconstruction efforts after the area suffered its most destructive wildfires in 70 years.

The Habagat (southwest monsoon) is expected to bring scattered rain and thunderstorms to Metro Manila and several provinces in Luzon and Visayas.

Many people took advantage of the excellent weather conditions over the weekend to hike Esjan mountain in the southwest region.

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, Astronomical and Services Administration (Pagasa) announced that the southwest monsoon will continue to bring rain over Luzon on Monday, Aug. 17.

Classes are suspended on August 17 in parts of the Philippines in anticipation of bad weather caused by the southwest monsoon, locally known as 'habagat'.

A magnitude 3.3 earthquake originating in Myanmar was detected southwest of Mae Sot, Thailand.

A tourism and culture festival has been launched in Chongqing, Southwest China, to mark the traditional Qixi Festival.

A Southwest flight experienced severe turbulence, resulting in injuries to both a passenger and a flight attendant.

The state weather bureau in the Philippines forecasts heavy rains in parts of Luzon on Sunday afternoon due to the southwest monsoon, following generally fair weather.

A forest fire in the Landes department of southwestern France, which began on Thursday, continued to spread on Saturday morning, having already burned 1,580 hectares and forcing hundreds of people to evacuate.

Following days of heavy rains brought by the southwest monsoon, over 200 trucks of garbage and debris have been collected from the Baclaran Redemptorist water channel in Parañaque, Philippines. The massive cleanup effort was undertaken by the city government.

More than 4 million individuals in the Philippines have been affected by the enhanced southwest monsoon (habagat) and other weather systems, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC).

New wildfires in southwestern France have forced the evacuation of over 500 people and burned 1,100 hectares. The aftermath of these fires is also impacting the region's timber sector, which is preparing for a massive influx of salvageable wood.

Pangasinan province in the Philippines has incurred P127 million in agricultural damage due to the combined effects of tropical storms Maymay and Luis and the southwest monsoon over the past 13 days. Palay (rice) suffered the largest losses, amounting to over P89 million.

Water levels beneath three bridges in Olongapo City reached their respective warning levels again on Friday morning amid continuing rains brought by the southwest monsoon.

Several local government units in the Philippines announced class suspensions for Friday, August 14, due to the continuing effects of the southwest monsoon, locally known as 'habagat'.

The Department of Agriculture estimates that agricultural damage from Tropical Depressions Luis and Maymay, combined with the enhanced southwest monsoon, has reached close to P700 million in the Philippines.

A heatwave is forecast to return to parts of Finland and Hungary this weekend, bringing high temperatures. Residents in Southwest Finland and Hungary are advised to prepare for the renewed hot weather.

The Black Forest region in southwestern Germany is experiencing a significant increase in tourists from Spain and Italy, largely attributed to the region's more moderate temperatures.

The enhanced southwest monsoon, locally known as habagat, has brought heavy rainfall to many areas in Luzon, Philippines, on Thursday afternoon, according to the state weather bureau.

The combined effects of tropical cyclones Luis, Maymay and the enhanced southwest monsoon have left 21 people dead and 14 injured, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management…

Several communities in Luzon, including Calumpit, Bulacan, have been placed under a state of calamity due to severe flooding caused by the combined effects of the southwest monsoon and recent tropical depressions Luis and Maymay.

A father in southwestern China, who previously dug a grave for his severely ill two-year-old daughter, has transformed the site into a flower garden following her remarkable recovery from thalassaemia.

Local government units in the Philippines suspended in-person classes on August 13 due to heavy rains caused by the southwest monsoon, affecting various areas.

Poland is expected to experience another heatwave during the upcoming long August weekend, with temperatures reaching 30°C in the southwest and across most of the country, while only one region anticipates rain and storms.

A debate is growing in South Korea regarding whether to relax the 52-hour workweek for the semiconductor industry, as the government pushes a major chip project in the country's southwest.

South Korean chipmaker SK Hynix is reportedly looking to sell its packaging plant in southwest China as part of a strategic shift towards more profitable AI memory products.

At least 13 people have died in multiple landslides in Baguio City and Atok, Benguet, Philippines, triggered by heavy southwest monsoon rains.

A 22-year-old passenger tragically died during a Southwest Airlines flight to Los Angeles, despite the efforts of the crew and fellow passengers to provide medical assistance.

For generations, India has lived by the rhythm of the southwest monsoon. But with the country hit by dry spells, cloudbursts and deadly floods, climate swings now expose the costs of building for…

The Department of Agriculture in the Philippines announced that agricultural damage from Tropical Cyclones Luis and Maymay and the enhanced southwest monsoon has reached P197.2 million. The inclement weather affected a total of 7,989 farmers.

La Union province incurred approximately P70 million in agricultural losses and damage to infrastructure and facilities due to rains from tropical storms Luis and Maymay and the southwest monsoon.

MARIVELES, Bataan – About 100  employees of the Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (ARAB) are all on work-from-home detail due to incessant rain spawned by the southwest monsoon.  Faye Arceo,…

A 22-year-old passenger suffered a sudden medical emergency and died on a Southwest Airlines flight en route to Los Angeles.

Malacañang ordered a work-from-home arrangement for government offices in Zambales, Bataan, and Occidental Mindoro on August 11 due to the continued effects of the southwest monsoon, 'habagat'.

Classes have been suspended in various areas of the Philippines for Tuesday, August 11, 2026, due to the impact of the southwest monsoon.

The local government of Montalban, Rizal, Philippines, has declared a state of calamity due to heavy to intense rains brought by the enhanced southwest monsoon.

Tropical Cyclones Luis and Maymay, along with an enhanced Southwest Monsoon, have caused P135.3 million in agricultural damage and losses in the Philippines, affecting over 6,000 farmers and 4,500 hectares of farmland.

Seven villages across four municipalities in Nueva Ecija were inundated by floodwaters on Sunday due to continuous rains brought by the southwest monsoon.

A red rainfall warning has been issued for parts of Zambales and Tarlac due to the southwest monsoon, with a portion of the national highway in Subic, Zambales, now impassable to light vehicles due to heavy flooding and unsafe road conditions.

The Department of Education (DepEd) reported that Tropical Storm Maymay and the southwest monsoon have damaged 2,424 classrooms, exacerbating the existing classroom shortage problem.

A family of four was rescued from rising floodwaters in San Ildefonso, Ilocos Sur, due to continuous rains brought by the southwest monsoon or 'habagat'. Police and local personnel conducted the rescue operation.

Heavy flooding caused by the southwest monsoon (habagat) has impacted over 3,300 people in Oriental Mindoro and Bulacan, disrupting daily life and travel. The adverse weather also led to the cancellation of two flights and affected seven others.

The Zero Waste Foundation is launching field studies in southern and southwestern Türkiye, including Antalya, Mersin, Muğla, and Adana, to identify and combat sources of plastic and microplastic pollution.

Key highlights from Southwest Gas's second-quarter earnings call are presented, covering their financial performance and operational updates.

Metro Manila is experiencing widespread flooding in various areas due to the effects of the 'habagat' or southwest monsoon. Authorities have released lists of affected locations as heavy rains continue.

Persistent heavy rains brought by the southwest monsoon, or habagat, have caused severe flooding in low-lying areas of Bacoor City, Cavite, leading to the evacuation of over 3,000 residents.

An upcoming solar eclipse will offer best views in the southwest, with Venus potentially visible. Experts emphasize the importance of proper eye protection for safe viewing.

Seventy families have been evacuated from low-lying and flood-prone areas in Taytay, Rizal, Philippines, due to continuous rains triggered by the southwest monsoon.

Twelve residents from three families were preemptively evacuated in Odiongan, Romblon, Philippines, on August 8. The evacuation was due to continuous heavy rains and rising floodwaters triggered by the southwest monsoon.

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has provided Family Food Packs to 153 families and individuals in San Ildefonso, Ilocos Sur, who were affected by Tropical Depressions Luis and Maymay and the southwest monsoon.

Fisherfolk from Zambales province in the Philippines met with Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. to discuss production subsidies for communities affected by the southwest monsoon and other issues impacting the province's fishing industry.

A team of 70 firefighters from Ukraine has been deployed to southwest France to help combat wildfires that have scorched 42,000 hectares, marking the worst blaze in decades. The Ukrainian rescuers are assisting in putting out the remaining flames.

The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) announced the cancellation of several ferry trips on August 7 due to rough sea conditions caused by the enhanced southwest monsoon (habagat) and a low-pressure area (LPA).

Southwest Spain is on alert due to an outbreak of West Nile Virus, with 20 confirmed cases and one fatality reported, as experts link the rise to climate change.

After 150 years, scientists have confirmed Charles Darwin's suspicion that a flowering plant in southwestern China is carnivorous, proving his theory correct.

A total of 1,076 individuals from 336 families were evacuated in Olongapo City amid flooding caused by continuing rains brought by the southwest monsoon. The evacuees have taken shelter in 10 evacuation centers.

Despite heavy rains brought by the southwest monsoon (habagat), the water level of La Mesa Dam in Quezon City has only slightly increased and remains under Alert Level 3, according to the Quezon City local government.

By Adeola Badru IBADAN — The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Southwest Zone D, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to intervene in the continued withholding of statutory…

The Department of Agriculture in the Philippines has allocated P177.67 million worth of agricultural inputs to assist farmers and fisherfolk affected by the enhanced southwest monsoon (habagat) and tropical cyclones Luis and Maymay.

The Ospital ng Maynila Medical Center announced the temporary closure of its Outpatient Department on Tuesday, August 18, citing inclement weather brought by the southwest monsoon (habagat).

Singapore's Meteorological Service warns that the country could experience haze if fires in Sumatra and Kalimantan intensify, with winds expected to blow smoke from the southeast or southwest.

Olongapo City experienced widespread flooding as water levels beneath three bridges rose to evacuation levels due to continuous rains from the southwest monsoon.

North Iceland is expected to experience the warmest temperatures today, reaching up to 20 degrees Celsius. Little precipitation is forecast, primarily in the southwest of the country.

The Marikina River in the Philippines has been placed under its first alarm after its water level rose to 15 meters on Monday, triggered by continuous rains from the southwest monsoon, locally known as 'habagat'.

Heavy rainfall from the southwest monsoon is expected to intensify in parts of Luzon, as a Low Pressure Area (LPA) has entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR). While the LPA has a low chance of becoming a cyclone, it will contribute to significant precipitation.

Lake Powell, a crucial reservoir for the American Southwest, has hit its lowest recorded water level, raising concerns about water supply in the region.

In southwest Florida, ten Republican candidates are competing for the nomination to replace Rep. Byron Donalds in Congressional District 19, raising questions about representation given that most candidates are from outside the state.

The combined effects of tropical cyclones Luis and Maymay, along with the southwest monsoon (habagat), have resulted in 23 fatalities across the Philippines.

Residents in Baguio City received approximately P3.1 million in assistance following heavy rains from recent storms and an enhanced southwest monsoon over the past two weeks.

The water level of San Roque Dam in San Manuel, Pangasinan, rose over 40 meters in less than two weeks, attributed to tropical cyclones “Luis” and “Maymay” and the southwest monsoon.

Significant achievements in ecological restoration have been reported in the Zoige Wetland, located in Southwest China.

Firefighters are battling a wildfire in Luglon, southwestern France, which has already consumed over 1,500 hectares. Crews are hoping for forecast rain to help contain the blaze.

A major wildfire continues to rage in southwestern France, having already consumed approximately 1,580 hectares in the Landes pine forest. Firefighting forces are battling the blaze, and the situation in the area remains difficult amid rekindling flames.

The orange heatwave alert has been lifted in 19 departments across France as temperatures are expected to continue dropping this weekend, with thunderstorms anticipated in the Southwest.

The Philippine state weather bureau, Pagasa, has warned that the southwest monsoon, or habagat, is expected to intensify over the weekend, bringing heavy rains to more areas in Luzon.

A new wildfire in southwestern France has led to the evacuation of over 500 people and burned 1,100 hectares, according to officials.

The state weather bureau announced that a low pressure area may form inside the Philippine area of responsibility between Sunday and early next week, which is expected to enhance the southwest monsoon (habagat).

About 4 million metric tons of maritime pine are set to enter the market, nearly two-thirds of the region's yearly output.

Agricultural damage in Oriental Mindoro, Philippines, has reached P56 million due to the combined impact of tropical cyclones Luis and Maymay, and the enhanced southwest monsoon (habagat).

Thousands of tourists and residents have been evacuated from campsites and homes in western and southwestern France due to encroaching vegetation fires.

The southwest monsoon is expected to continue bringing rains to Luzon and Western Visayas on Friday, with a low-pressure area also forming outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility. Residents in affected areas should remain vigilant for potential weather impacts.

The agriculture sector in Occidental Mindoro incurred an estimated P21.86 million in losses due to the combined impact of Tropical Storms Luis and Maymay and the enhanced southwest monsoon.

Several ferry trips in the Philippines were cancelled on August 13 due to rough seas caused by the enhanced southwest monsoon, according to the Philippine Ports Authority.

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has updated the death toll from the combined effects of the southwest monsoon (habagat) and recent tropical cyclones Maymay and Luis to 25 after validation.

The Philippine National Police (PNP) will intensify its monitoring of possible profiteering cases involving agricultural products, following the combined effects of the southwest monsoon and tropical cyclones Luis and Maymay.

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić's recent visit to southwest Serbia reportedly spiraled out of the organizers' control, adding to existing concerns about his frequent television appearances being a de facto campaign and questions about potential criminal activity related to promises made during his visits.

Former Member of the European Parliament Nils Torvalds has announced his candidacy for the Finnish parliamentary elections in Southwest Finland. He will be running as a candidate for the Swedish People's Party.

Philippine Airlines flights to Batanes were cancelled due to strong tailwinds and heavy rains from the southwest monsoon, marking the sixth such cancellation.

A total of 72 trucks of garbage have been collected from the Redemptorist Water Channel in Parañaque City, Philippines, over the past three days amid heavy rains from the southwest monsoon.

More than 10,000 families in the Calabarzon region of the Philippines are still in evacuation centers following the intensified southwest monsoon and Tropical Depression Maymay, according to the Department of Social Welfare and Development.

A long-delayed plane involving Boeing and Southwest Airlines has finally received clearance, signaling progress after a significant hold-up.

A new report indicates that 3.5 million children in Southwest Nigeria and Edo State are 'invisible' due to a lack of birth registration. UNICEF emphasizes that birth registration is the first fundamental right of every child.

The Philippine state weather bureau forecasts that the enhanced southwest monsoon, or habagat, will continue to bring gloomy skies and rains to Luzon until Wednesday afternoon.

Authorities in Floridablanca, Pampanga, successfully rescued an individual who appeared to have fallen into a swollen dam. The rescue occurred amidst heavy rainfall brought by the southwest monsoon, locally known as habagat.

Firefighters are struggling to control a rapidly expanding wildfire in southwestern Spain, which has forced the evacuation of around 800 people due to challenging terrain and shifting winds.

As the enhanced southwest monsoon continues to inundate communities, Sen. Francis Pangilinan is demanding a full accounting of public funds poured into flood control projects and the immediate…

A franchisee operating 38 Moe’s Southwest Grill locations has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

A pair of cliffside lifts, locally known as the 'sky school bus,' have dramatically reduced a three-hour journey to school in southwestern China's Yunnan province to just 30 minutes.

On the southwestern coast of Ikaria, near Manganitis, lies a beach known as 'Seychelles' for its striking resemblance to a tropical destination. This unique natural landscape is one of the island's most distinctive features.

The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council reported that eight people have died and one remains missing due to the combined effects of tropical depressions 'Luis' and 'Maymay,' and the southwest monsoon (habagat).

The southwest monsoon (habagat) continues to affect Luzon and Visayas, bringing strong winds that have damaged numerous houses. Reports indicate at least 72 homes were affected in Iloilo City and 32 in Zambales, impacting hundreds of residents.

France is bracing for its fifth heatwave episode of the year, with temperatures expected to reach up to 38°C. The southwestern region of the country is also anticipated to experience severe thunderstorms.

Taiwan showcased two midsize strike drones during its Han Kuang exercises, drawing comparisons to those used by Ukraine against Russia. These fixed-wing drones were displayed above Taiwan's southwest coast.

Kim has extended his lead over Jung in the ruling party's Sunday primaries, with the outcome of the leadership race likely to be decided by results from Seoul and the southwest region.

Incessant rains from the southwest monsoon (habagat) caused landslides, road closures, and rising river levels across Cagayan Valley and the Cordillera region in Northern Luzon, disrupting travel on Sunday.

A feature article describes Collioure, a small but enchanting coastal village in southwestern France where the Pyrenees meet the Mediterranean, known for its colorful houses and scenic beauty.

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) reported that more than 200 passengers were left stranded on Sunday, August 9, due to inclement weather conditions caused by the 'Habagat' (southwest monsoon).

Researchers from Ateneo de Manila University have determined that extreme southwest monsoon rains are caused by a complex interplay of atmospheric conditions spanning vast distances.

A significant wildfire in southwestern Spain has devastated approximately 4,000 hectares of land. Firefighters are battling the blaze, which has caused extensive damage.

A red rainfall warning has been issued for Metro Manila and several areas in Luzon due to heavy rains brought by the enhanced southwest monsoon, locally known as habagat.

France is expecting a weekend of sunny weather with temperatures reaching up to 30°C, with the Southwest experiencing very high heat up to 38-40°C on Saturday before potential thunderstorms.

La Union province in the Philippines has reported over P11.1 million in agricultural losses following heavy rains and flooding caused by Tropical Depressions Luis and Maymay, compounded by the southwest monsoon.

Iba in Zambales logged the highest amount of rainfall within 24 hours due to the effects of former tropical cyclone Maymay and the southwest monsoon.

An orange rainfall warning has been issued for six areas in Central and Southern Luzon, Philippines, due to the enhanced southwest monsoon, locally known as “habagat.” The warning was put in place on Friday afternoon, August 7, 2026.

Hundreds of thousands of people in southwestern Japan have been ordered to evacuate, and over 500 flights were canceled as Typhoon Delfin approaches the region.

Two municipalities in Antique, Philippines, have suspended in-person classes and shifted to distance learning due to persistent rains brought by the southwest monsoon.