Weeks of heavy monsoon rains have flooded much of the Philippines, showing how vulnerable low-lying towns are, and triggering deep public anger over corruption and the flashy lifestyles of the wealthy.

Barbie and Peter Reynolds, aged 80 and 76, spent eight months in prison with deteriorating health. 

​Barbie and Peter Reynolds, aged 80 and 76, spent eight months in prison with deteriorating health.  

Singer and cultural icon from Assam, Zubeen Garg, has passed away at 52 following a tragic scuba diving accident in Singapore. He was in the city to perform at the North East Festival. Rescued by police and rushed to the hospital, Zubeen could not be saved, leaving fans and followers deeply shocked.