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The Philippines is planning to establish its own spaceport and aims to launch its first liquid-fueled sounding rocket by 2027. This initiative is seen by the Armed Forces of the Philippines as a step towards securing 'the next high ground' in space.
The Mayon Volcano in the Philippines has erupted, covering over 8,500 hectares with ashfall and causing significant crop damage in Albay province. Eight local government units have been placed under a state of calamity, prompting aid efforts for affected residents and workers.
The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) reported that smoke from a landfill fire in Navotas, which started on April 10, spread as far as Bataan the following morning, based on satellite data.
The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) released maps detailing flood clusters and affected rice areas following heavy rains associated with Typhoon Inday.
The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) reported that nitrogen dioxide levels in Metro Manila have fallen below those recorded before the Navotas City landfill fire on April 10. The decline coincided with reported "si" (likely referring to "smog" or "smoke" dissipating).
The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) confirmed that a bright streak of light seen over Mayon Volcano was caused by a meteor. This celestial event briefly outshone the molten lava from the active volcano, creating a rare display.
The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) reported that air quality in Metro Manila has not returned to normal levels nearly two weeks after a landfill fire began in Navotas City.