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A Lowy Institute report warns commercial deep-sea mining in the Pacific could start as early as 2027, driven by US-China competition for critical minerals and lacking international guardrails. Pacific nations face a dilemma between economic benefits and potential ecological damage, with Australia urged to play a more active role.
Record-breaking rainfall in Japan's Chiba prefecture has caused at least four deaths, widespread power outages, and flooding, with thousands stranded at Narita Airport. The Japan Meteorological Agency warned of unprecedented conditions, and while the highest alert was downgraded, risks of further flooding and landslides persist.
Typhoon Bavi has made landfall in eastern China, prompting mass evacuations and widespread travel disruptions. The storm, roughly the size of France, has felled trees and caused flooding before weakening to a severe tropical storm.
Typhoon Bavi, the second major storm to hit China in a week, is expected to make landfall near Wenzhou on Sunday morning, prompting mass evacuations. The storm has already caused fatalities in the Philippines and injuries in Japan's Ryukyu islands, and authorities warn of exceptionally heavy rains in eastern provinces.
At least 15 people have been killed in landslides in the southern Philippines as Typhoon Bavi intensifies seasonal rains. The storm, which has already affected Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands, is now advancing toward Taiwan and China, prompting evacuations and emergency preparations across the region.
Super Typhoon Bavi struck the Northern Mariana Islands and Guam, leaving tens of thousands without power and causing severe damage on the island of Rota. No casualties have been reported, but recovery is expected to be slow as the area was still recovering from an earlier super typhoon.
Super Typhoon Bavi made landfall on Rota in the Northern Marianas, bringing hurricane-force winds and torrential rains. The National Weather Service warned of catastrophic wind damage and long-lasting power outages, while the region is still recovering from Super Typhoon Sinlaku.
Super Typhoon Bavi, with winds up to 280 km/h, is approaching Guam and the Northern Marianas, prompting states of emergency and shelter preparations. Residents recall past storms while officials warn of catastrophic damage.
Super Typhoon Bavi is expected to make landfall on Monday morning over Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands, with winds up to 260km/h and gusts of 315km/h. The US National Weather Service has warned of catastrophic damage, flooding, and coastal inundation, prompting residents to move to emergency shelters.
Super Typhoon Sinlaku, the strongest tropical cyclone of the year, struck the Northern Mariana Islands with destructive winds, causing significant damage. No deaths have been reported, but power outages and impassable roads have been widespread across Saipan.
Super Typhoon Sinlaku, the strongest storm of the year, is expected to hit the Northern Mariana Islands on Tuesday with destructive winds and heavy rain. Guam is under a tropical storm warning, and emergency declarations have been approved. Forecasters warn of prolonged power outages and potential mudslides.
Oil prices fell sharply and global stock markets surged after US President Donald Trump agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran, easing fears of a prolonged disruption to energy supplies through the Strait of Hormuz. Despite the initial relief, concerns remain over the fragility of the truce, with oil prices later rebounding amid renewed tensions.