The earthquake hit the southern region of the country and at least 134 are thought to be injured so far.
Countries are racing to dredge up reefs from the sea bed to create new solid land.
No injuries have been reported, but it is currently unclear whether the shots were fired by government forces or unknown assailants.
Manila moves to secure fuel supplies as oil prices surge.
Rescuers pull hundreds from the water as search continues for dozens missing off Basilan.
Rescuers race to reach missing workers as authorities warn unstable waste mound could collapse again.
Authorities raise alert level after rockfalls and lava movement.
Philippine political veteran and key Marcos Sr-era figure.
More than 1.4 million people evacuated amid flooding, landslides and destructive winds.
Authorities mobilize rescue teams as nearby nations remain on alert.
Rescue efforts intensify as northern Cebu struggles with damage.
President Marcos Jr retains key ministers despite earlier call for resignations in bid to reset administration.
Manila and Brussels commit to closer defence cooperation amid rising regional tensions.
Manila reaffirms its maritime rights amid rising tensions with China.
The two nations strengthen military ties amid rising tensions in the South China Sea.
Former Philippine President leads by a significant margin in local elections while detained in The Hague.
Senate race to shape balance of power and political futures.
US and Philippine forces test the cutting edge of counter-drone warfare.
The deal includes 20 F-16 jets.
Washington pledges advanced capabilities to deter regional threats.
United States military reconsiders missile demonstrations amid geopolitical tensions in the Indo-Pacific region.
"They took dad from us, put him on a plane and wouldn't say where to. People, wake up," she posted on Instagram.
The former Philippine president faces possible trial over his war on drugs.
British Foreign Minister David Lammy underscores shared commitment to a rules-based international order.
The new deal boosts defence cooperation and strengthens ties in the Indo-Pacific.