At least 19 dead after major earthquake strikes southern Philippines

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A magnitude-7.8 earthquake struck the southern Philippines, killing at least 19 people and triggering small tsunami waves across the region, including in Indonesia and Japan. The powerful quake caused widespread damage in the affected areas, with rescue and recovery efforts underway. Officials warned of potential aftershocks as seismic activity continued in the region. The disaster struck one of Asia's most earthquake-prone zones, where tectonic plates regularly collide.